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Treasurer Moore announces record breaking unclaimed property returns
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – State Treasurer Riley Moore announced that the Unclaimed Property Division has once again set a new record for returning lost funds. The division returned nearly $28 million worth of unclaimed property to individuals, businesses, and organizations over the last fiscal year. Treasurer Moore expressed his pride in the Office’s achievement, stating […]
West Virginia American Water’s response to West Side gas crisis was ‘reasonable’: Staff recommendation
West Virginia American Water's response to the November 2023 West Side gas crisis was "reasonable," according to final memorandums released by the Public Service Commission of West Virginia.
Appalachia Service Project volunteers repair homes in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK)- The faith-based Appalachia Service Project has sent volunteers from all over the country to Charleston to help low-income homeowners with repairs. The projects range from simple fixes like repairing leaky roofs to full-scale remodels. Partnering with local organizations like United Way of Central West Virginia and the Religious Coalition for Community Renewal […]
50 teachers to pursue master’s degrees through Kanawha County Schools, WVU
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Kanawha County Schools and West Virginia University celebrated 50 teachers who were chosen to get their master’s degrees Friday. The degrees will be in literacy education with a reading specialist certification. The teachers will be able to pursue their degrees online, and it will be paid for by Kanawha County […]
Montgomery Parks Board seeks volunteers to enhance community
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Montgomery Board of Parks and Recreation is calling on residents to help improve local parks and recreational activities. The Board oversees events and facilities such as the 4th of July celebration, the Christmas parade, the Community Center, Pool Park, Morris Drive Park, the Pier at 6th and Adams, […]
Staircase on Charleston's West Side causes public debate
CHARLESTON, W.Va (WCHS) — A stairway on the West Side of Charleston has been a topic of debate for the locals living around it. A set of steps on Charleston's West Side were purchased by a homeowner for $100, and the people who live around the area want the sale to be made null and void.
Dr. Rahul Gupta Meets With State And Local Leaders Fighting Drug Epidemic
Dozens of West Virginians working to mitigate the state’s substance use crisis filled the Governor’s Conference Room at the Capitol building in Charleston on Friday to discuss their efforts with the director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), Dr. Rahul Gupta. Gupta is originally from...
Dr. Rahul Gupta returns to Charleston for WV Health Right tour
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The director of the Office of National Drug Policy was back in his old stomping grounds Thursday. Dr. Rahul Gupta toured West Virginia Health Right’s recently expanded East End Clinic in Charleston. The organization opened the upgraded facility in June with the goal of improving healthcare access to underserved people in […]
Gov. Justice appoints John McHugh as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced John McHugh as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration, replacing Mark Scott, who served in the position since 2021. McHugh most recently served as the Deputy Secretary of Administration and Director of the General Services Division. A state employee since 2006, McHugh brings extensive knowledge and experience […] The post Gov. Justice appoints John McHugh as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
PSC to hold evidentiary and public comment hearings August 12 for APCo Expanded Net Energy Cost case
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has scheduled August 12 as the date for the evidentiary hearing and public comment hearing for Appalachian Power Company and Wheeling Power Company’s Expanded Net Energy Cost case. The companies have requested an additional $20.4 million in annual revenue. The evidentiary hearing in this case […] The post PSC to hold evidentiary and public comment hearings August 12 for APCo Expanded Net Energy Cost case appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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