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Report: Ohio school-to-prison pipeline bolstered by ‘exclusionary discipline,’ absenteeism
“Student disconnection” spurred on by mental health factors, disproportionate discipline and a lack of in-school supports plays its part in driving Ohio’s absenteeism rate, according to a new report from an Ohio think tank. That absenteeism, and the contributing factors of it, can create “an entry point in the school-to-prison pipeline,” according to Policy Matters […]
PSC Chairman Lane’s Column: Meet the Judges
The Public Service Commission includes more than me and my fellow Commissioners. In addition to the three of us, the agency has a number of divisions to carry out all the things that allow us to supervise public utilities. We have lawyers, accountants, and engineers who each contribute specialized skills to the overall effort. There […] The post PSC Chairman Lane’s Column: Meet the Judges appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Hurricane vs Huntington the first of four WVU on WVU battles set for the fall
Arguably the top game in the state next weekend will be the first of four matchups scheduled between a pair of West Virginia University commitments this fall. Next Friday night, perennial powers Huntington (WV) and Hurricane (WV) will face off against each other, with defensive back Zah Jackson representing the Highlanders and wide receiver Tyshawn Dues suiting up for the Redskins. Both players have shown tremendous skill on both sides of the ball, so there's a real chance the two will face off throughout the evening.
Herd & WVU win soccer openers
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The start of the soccer season for the two top ten teams in West Virginia began with wins on Thursday night. The third ranked West Virginia Mountaineers beat Purdue Fort Wayne 4-2 behind a hat trick by Sergio Ors Navarro and they host Saint Francis on Monday night.
West Virginia extends drought State of Emergency
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The State of Emergency for the ongoing drought has been extended, according to West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. The governor’s office says the extension impacts all 55 counties and will go on for another 30 days. Officials with Justice’s office say the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates “extreme, severe and moderate” drought […]
Marshall Softball Announces 2024 Fall Schedule
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall University softball returns to action this fall with 10 games across nine dates, all from the friendly confines of Dot Hicks Field. Head Coach Morgan Zerkle announced the team's 2024 fall schedule Thursday, as the program begins year two with the former Herd All-American leading the team.
Resources available at Scioto County Veterans Service Office
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - There are resources available in our area to help those who have served our country. Sam McKibbin from the Scioto County Veterans Service Office stopped by First Look at Four to tell us more. This segment is sponsored content and not a product of WSAZ news....
Herd Volleyball Welcomes Saint Francis for Fans First 2.0
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – The Marshall University Volleyball team prepares for its final contest before the regular season as it hosts the Saint Francis Red Flash at 2 p.m. in the Cam Henderson Center. HOW TO FOLLOW. Watch: No Broadcast. Live Stats: StatBroadcast. X (Formerly Twitter): @HerdVolleyball. HAVE YOU HERD.
Marshall Women’s Cross Country Picked Third in SBC Preseason Poll
NEW ORLEANS – The Sun Belt Conference Women's Cross Country Preseason Coaches Poll was revealed Thursday, with Marshall being picked third out of 13 schools. The polls - which nearly mirror the results of the 2023 Championships - selected Arkansas State as the favorite for the women. The Herd men were picked sixth, with the defending champions App State tabbed as the favorite.
Community members in Milton struggle with discolored water
MILTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Mark Allen is one of the hundreds of Milton residents who say they've been dealing with water issues. He said that this is a problem he's lived with on and off for nine years. "I pay for water that I can't drink. I don't even...
How West Virginia’s drought could affect Friday Night Lights
North central West Virginia may have had cooler temperatures and some rain in the recent days, but the long-term effects of the summer drought are still causing issues in the area, including at grass football fields like South Harrison's Gary Barnette field.
West Virginia American Water Awards Grants for Fire Protection
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — West Virginia American Water recently announced that 29 agencies within its service areas will receive grant money for fire protection gear, equipment, and training. Among the recipients are two departments in Summers County: the Summers County Volunteer Fire Department and the Jumping Branch-Nimitz Volunteer Fire Department. The Jumping Branch-Nimitz department will use its grant to purchase two ratcheting fire hydrant wrenches, totaling $740.40. The Summers County Volunteer Fire Department will allocate its $842.70 grant towards acquiring AED (automated external defibrillator) equipment. The Summers County Volunteer Fire Department expressed their gratitude on Facebook, thanking American Water Company for the support. They also indicated that they will provide updates on how the grant funds are utilized in the future. The grants are part of West Virginia American Water’s ongoing efforts to support local fire departments and enhance emergency response capabilities across its service areas. The post West Virginia American Water Awards Grants for Fire Protection appeared first on The Hinton News.
City Pulmonologist Salam Rajjoub Honored for Work with WVSOM Students; BHS Grad Presents Award
An area physician received recognition for his work with West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) students. Salam Rajjoub, M.D., received the 2024 Outstanding Specialty Preceptor Award for the Central East Region of WVSOM’s Statewide. Campus. Rajjoub is a pulmonologist at American Lung Care in Bridgeport. He was presented...
Dunbar community uneasy after officer linked to death gets promotion
DUNBAR, W.Va. (WCHS) — Dunbar police officer Zachary Winters and his recent promotion to corporal is leaving some feeling uneasy in the community. Some residents are asking how this could happen to a law enforcement member named in two separate lawsuits described as "police brutality." Winters was involved an...
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