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Wheeling University sees 15 percent increase in enrollment
WHEELING, W.Va. — Wheeling University welcomed 280 new students on Monday when classes began, a 15 percent jump from this time last year. In fact, it’s the highest enrollment the Cardinals have seen since the pandemic. Vice President of Enrollment Jennifer Board said the spike could be attributed...
Football Recap: Farrell Starts Season with Defeat at Home
Farrell couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell to the Hickory Hornets 35-31. The Steelers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hornets apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
Swisher brings back Helme Tobacco Company, home to West Virginia
The Helme Tobacco Co. name traces its roots back to the 1880’s and founder George W. Helme, who established the snuff and chewing tobacco company in Helmetta, New Jersey. It has been reputed that by 1925, Helme was the world’s largest snuff maker. The Helme Tobacco Company and its products became part of the Swisher family of products and brands in 1986. Swisher later branded its smokeless tobacco portfolio under Fat Lip Brands, and now rebrands that portfolio under the Helme name.
Catholic Charities sees rising demand, falling donations amid cost spikes
WHEELING, W.Va. — In the last 6 months, Catholic Charities Neighborhood Center has seen a rise of those seeking help -- and a drop in donations. The organization is actively asking for assistance, as shelves become bare and the line for food grows. The neighborhood center delivers more than...
ACLU-WV creates tool to report teachers ‘pushing religion in the classroom’
With a new school year underway, the American Civil Liberties Union of West Virginia (ACLU-WV) has launched an online tool for students and their parents to report attempts by teachers to push religious ideology under the guise of science.
No special session on childcare in West Virginia this week
Many people were hoping there would be a Special Legislative Session this week to deal with childcare problems in West Virginia, but it didn't happen. However, that did not stop people from coming to the Capitol to lobby anyway.
Bill meant to help WV counties afford jail bill hasn’t ‘had intended impact,’ lawmakers told
More than a year after legislation meant to address county jail bill costs went into effect, some county officials on Monday asked state lawmakers to do more to help lower their costs. West Virginia counties pay the state per inmate per day to house inmates at regional jails. The state budget office calculates the per […]
Attorney General Morrisey’s Mobile Office Sets September Stops for Central and Southeastern West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced a representative from his office will meet with central and southeastern West Virginia residents in September to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions. “These public events are a great way for consumers to talk one-on-one with our consumer representatives,” Attorney General Morrisey said. “Residents […] The post Attorney General Morrisey’s Mobile Office Sets September Stops for Central and Southeastern West Virginia appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Actress Halle Berry, Sen. Capito bring ‘Girls Rise Up’ program to Piedmont Elementary, host Roundtable at Kanawha Public Library
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Hollywood superstar Halle Berry, last week, joined U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito to host a “Girls Rise Up” event at Charleston’s Piedmont Elementary School. The purpose of both the event, and the program, is to promote female empowerment, education, fitness, and self-confidence. While...
Squad Goals: Vote for the best cheer team of the week
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