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Rutter’s to Expand to Virginia
Pennsylvania-based Rutter’s has announced plans to open its first location in Virginia, coming sometime next year. The new site is planned for just east of Winchester, Pa., at the corner of Millwood Pike and Coverstone Drive, reported The Winchester Star. Growing Through New Builds. The new Rutter’s location will...
Registration is now available for the 2024 Governor’s Energy Summit
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Office of Energy in West Virginia has announced that registration is now open for the 2024 Governor’s Energy Summit, scheduled to take place on October 29-30 at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center. This summit aims to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, educators, and stakeholders to discuss innovative solutions for […]
What’s the point of a surplus if West Virginians are suffering from lack of child care providers
Gov Jim Justice announced recently that the state’s revenue collections for fiscal year 2024 were about $826 million above estimates. The governor often brags about state surpluses and more money coming in than estimated — meanwhile, West Virginians are suffering because state agencies are underfunded. There are many examples of this, but because Justice wants […] The post What’s the point of a surplus if West Virginians are suffering from lack of child care providers appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
GEHS educator Emily Dunkle among ‘Teacher of the Year’ finalists
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 West Virginia Teacher of the Year. Chosen from among the state’s county Teacher of the Year winners, these finalists exemplify dedication to student achievement and well-being through classroom innovation and engaging instruction.
Capito celebrates signing of bill that fights against Parkinson’s Disease
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito made her way to Capitol Market in Charleston Monday evening to celebrate the signing of a bill trying to end Parkinson’s Disease. The Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act, which was signed by...
Cooling shelters open across north central West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — With West Virginia undergoing high temperatures this month as well as its most widespread drought in nearly 20 years, some groups across the region have opened their doors for those who need a space to cool off. First United Methodist Church in Clarksburg has opened...
The Norman Jordan African American Arts & Heritage Academy Wins West Virginia Symphony Diversity in Arts Award
CHARLESTON, W.VA. (7/9/24) – The West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) announces the winner of the 2024 Diversity in Arts Award, The Norman Jordan African American Arts & Heritage Academy (NJAAAHA). The WVSO’s Diversity in Arts Award recognizes significant contributions of an individual or organization in West Virginia that have...
Drought and extreme heat negatively impacts local farms
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Farmers rely on rain during the summer season to produce crops, to ensure their livestock have plenty to eat and drink, and to make their living. However, the ongoing drought all across our region is massively complicating things. One local farmer, Mark Meador, told 59News how this drought has affected his […]
FEMA gives WV more than $5 million in aid
Disaster Assistance from FEMA has surpassed 5 million dollars for West Virginians affected by the storms in early April. FEMA said nearly a thousand people have already been approved. They said people who own or rent in any of the 11 counties eligible and were affected by the storms from April 2-6 can apply for […]
Strong thunderstorms expected Tuesday night in WV, OH and KY
(WOWK) – We are seeing oppressive heat to start the work week, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict a cold front will bring some relief later this week. Starting Tuesday evening strong thunderstorms will start to pass through the region bringing in the potential for heavy rain, high winds and hail. Take a look at the […]
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