| The Governor
Morrisey details ‘50 by ’50’ initiative to expand coal, gas and nuclear energy in West Virginia
Federal COSSUP grant money totaling $1.3M going toward eight projects in West Virginia
Governors split over mobilizing National Guard as Trump seeks more troops
The Legislature
Lawmakers have received PEIA financial options; now they have to think them over
Lawmakers Told To Expect Major Flood Event Every 6 Months
State Education Leaders Look At Simplifying State College Aid
Ryan gives lawmakers update on WVSSAC, asked about the commission getting a legislative audit
WV House Dems head out on ‘Kitchen Table Tour’ with 10 stops across the state
State Government
Staffing shortages still a challenge in West Virginia’s crowded jails
Corrections Commissioner Kelly presents first report to legislative committee
How much will WVSP have to pay in hidden camera case? Attorneys argue insurance limit
West Virginia Ethics Commission promises to focus on mandatory lobbyist training
West Virginia Revenue Secretary Nelson warns of budget ‘balancing act’ for FY27
Federal Government
Millions in new Justice liabilities; family assets for WV Congress members detailed
ARC Seeking Applicants For Regional Development Projects – West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Chairman Capito Leads Legislative Hearing to Discuss Wildfire, Biofuel Legislation
State & Local News
‘It angers me’ — Retired WV state employees, many on fixed incomes, hit with PEIA premium hike
Morgantown Airport reaches 10,000 enplanements, qualifies for additional federal funding
After Tragedy, A Renewed Focus On Student-Athlete Safety
Other States’ News
Proposed Chesterfield gas plant draws community objections, industry support
Coalition urging lawmakers to direct $718M in funding to Kentucky public schools
National & World News
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dead in Utah campus shooting; ‘person of interest’ in custody
Outpouring of grief from Trump, other leaders after Charlie Kirk fatal shooting
2 wounded in shooting at Colorado high school, suspect also hurt
Business/Manufacturing/Economic Development
Revised numbers show Trump inherited a far worse economy from Biden than reported by BLS
We can’t ignore unemployment figures
Children & Families
West Virginia Department of Human Services Releases Report Following Statewide Child Welfare Listening Tour
Courts & Crime
Both sides spar over motion to dismiss case barring state funding for Catholic trade school
WV school immunization law needs legal clarification
Higher Education
WVU to celebrate Constitution Day Sept. 17
Bluefield University helps speed up path to business degree
West Virginia Wesleyan College celebrates new PA program
Marshall University to hold 9/11 Days of Service this week
K-12 Education
Teachers look to help young West Virginians understand gravity of 9/11
Funding cuts threaten career and technical programs
WV Dept. of Ed Announces Ohio County Teacher as 2026 Teacher of the Year
WV Dept. of Ed. Announces Upshur County Custodian as 2026 School Service Personnel of the Year
Elections & Politics
Delegate JB Akers Announces Re-Election
West Virginia’s Webster County turns Republican for first time
‘Recklessness’: Kamala Harris turns on Joe Biden in new book
Energy & Environment
TC Energy connects reliable natural gas supply to Eastern Panhandle communities
GOP Attorneys General vow to fight state climate laws punishing fossil fuel industry
New U.S. law encourages coal mining that’s exempt from tax supporting black lung fund
Trump signs memo to crack down on direct-to-consumer pharma ads
First Responders, Military/Veterans
Mercer 911 looking forward to upgrading firefighter paging system
Health Care
Report: PEIA Members Satisfied With Current Plans, But Specialty Drugs Driving Up Costs
Drugmakers Battle West Virginia Pharmacy Law in Fourth Circuit
Interesting News
The Age Experts Warn Smartphones Start to Harm Kids’ Mental Health
Pop Culture & Media
Manchin comes to Morgantown to promote new book: ‘Dead Center’
Senior Citizens
CEO of new nursing home operator: Care for high-need West Virginians will continue
Substance Use Disorder
Mercer County commission announce members of opioid task force
Technology, Utilities & The PSC
Capito not through fighting for broadband funding as BEAD proposal moves forward
100000 West Virginians will miss out on broadband upgrades under Morrisey’s new plan
Appalachian Power says key to stopping rate hikes is more rate payers
Tourism & Nature
West Virginia Paranormal Trail returns with additional locations |
