State Government
Morrisey’s vaccine mandate met with fractured, confused response as state law remains unchanged
West Virginia Public Broadcasting makes best of budget cuts, federal funding threat
Federal Government
U.S. Sen. Justice supports including tax breaks for overtime in budget reconciliation
Trilogy Innovations secures $93 million FBI contract to help modernize NCIC system
U.S. Senate confirms Bisignano to lead Social Security, with all Dems in opposition
Trump plans to cut Social Security staffers; Here’s how it could affect WV recipients
Trump declares new holidays, one on Veterans Day
State & Local News
West Virginia farmers markets continue to grow, evolve year after year
W.Va. Car Detailer To Help Restore Vintage Air Force One Plane
Regional News
3.0 magnitude earthquake shakes central Virginia, USGS reports
Tim Ryan explores run for Ohio gov, his adviser says
National News
Real ID Deadline Takes Effect Wednesday
What to do if you don’t have a REAL ID yet, and which documents still work
Business/Financial/Economic Development
Form Energy powering up to ship first batteries from Weirton Plant
West Virginia small business owners struggle to find workers, NFIB report shows
How much will 145% China tariff impact West Virginia?
Children & Families
CAMC to host free Teddy Bear Fair to help children feel comfortable with health care
Courts & Crime
Lawyers for federal government say lawsuit over black lung screening program should be tossed out
CPD Sgt. urges citizens to be careful if they receive calls from people asking for money to avoid being arrested
U.S. Supreme Court lets Trump ban transgender people in military while case continues
Editorials & Opinions
NCAA on collision course with politics
Fueling America’s Future: Bluefield State’s Mining Degree Supports Coal, Critical Minerals, and Appalachia
OP ED: Governor’s Orders Can’t be Trumped by Bureaucrats
Gazette-Mail editorial: $71K West Virginia could’ve easily saved
Place Focus on Bettering W.Va.
Education
Students sign on to West Virginia Toyota’s 4T Academy program for its fourth year
Marshall University official talks student financial aid amid defaulted federal student loan repayment starting again
High School Pre-Apprenticeship Program To Enhance Career Pathways
Titanium Metals Corporation and Roane-Jackson Technical Center Launch Student-Led STEM Project for K–1 Classrooms
Trump reverses course on slashing Head Start funding, West Virginia program director ‘relieved’
WVU research VP urges faculty to remain calm as federal actions foster uncertainty
MU adds new classes in So Chas to ease student commutes
Elections & Politics
Morrisey signs bills into law to suppress voting and put school children in danger
Morrisey signs bill requiring photo ID to vote
Energy & Environment
Experts Agree: West Virginia Needs More Power
Carbon capture and storage involves many steps for safety
Why oil prices are falling, and what it means for the economy
First Responders, Military
WV ranked among worst states for police officers. Why?
Middleway Volunteer Fire Company takes honors at Apple Blossom
Health Care
Advanced imaging and robotic technology making lung cancer biopsy safer, more accurate
Advocates Work To Remove Lung Cancer Stigma, Save Lives
Physician’s assistant shortage in West Virginia highlights critical need for health care workforce solutions
Tick-Borne Illnesses Are Rising, Here Is What You Should Know
Insurance
Hawaii resolution targets oil, gas firms to recoup rising insurance costs
DOJ joins lawsuit against major carriers alleging Medicare kickback scheme
Interesting News
If penny production stops, could you cash in?
Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.)
Southern Gospel legend Squire Parsons dead at 77 Roane County native wrote more than 600 gospel songs.
Former housekeepers accuse Smokey Robinson of rape, sexual battery
A reel opportunity for West Virginia: Trump’s movie mandate could shine spotlight on state’s film tax credit
America’s Got Talent Winner Comes Home For Mother’s Day With Special Event For Moms
Senior Citizens
Summers County Council on Aging hosts fundraiser car show
Sports
West Virginia Gov. Morrisey issues statement decrying participation of transgender athlete in high school track and field
Substance Use Disorder
City of Fairmont completes opioid grant distribution process
Technology & Utilities
W.Va. regulators rule utility customers cannot be forced into making electronic payments
Tourism & Nature
WVDNR urges West Virginians to secure trash and remove bird feeders, other bear attractants |
