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West Virginia senator removed as committee chair after indecent exposure charges
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The chair of a key West Virginia state legislative committee was removed from his position by chamber leadership Wednesday after being charged with indecent exposure and disorderly conduct. Republican Sen. Mike Maroney, who led the state Senate Health and Human Resources Committee, was arrested Tuesday...
Attorney General Morrisey Urges College Students Looking for a Job to Watch Out for Employment Scams
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Thousands of students in the state are getting ready to return to college; some are getting their first crack at higher education. With that, many are set to look for employment to supplement their allowances. College is the first time many young adults are in charge of their own personal affairs, […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Urges College Students Looking for a Job to Watch Out for Employment Scams appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Help showcase on national stage how West Virginia is leading in teacher recruitment
The West Virginia Public Education Collaborative and the Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Education Collaborative hope to tout the new Teachers Ascend into West Virginia program on center stage next year at the South by Southwest EDU Conference. Part of the presentation selection process will be considered through community voting.
State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Wednesday, August 14
GENERAL INFORMATION 8 a.m. – Gates open 11 a.m. – Carnival rides ope 12 p.m. – West Virginia Lottery Opens ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m., 1 p.m. – FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – Catherine Hickland 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – Hot Glass Academy […] The post State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Wednesday, August 14 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Residents voice concerns over AEP's proposed rate hikes at public hearing
CHARLESTON, W.Va (WCHS) — Community members came out on Monday to voice their concerns regarding American Electric Power's proposed price hikes at a public hearing. The proposed rate case at this meeting was regarding AEP asking for $20.4 million to expand its net energy costs beginning Sept. 1. However,...
Mostly clear skies tonight; more sunshine for Wednesday
Tonight features mostly clear skies and temperatures dipping back into the upper 50s. Once again, it’s the perfect evening to enjoy outside for dinner or if you’re checking out the Anne Wilson concert here at the State Fair of West Virginia! Perhaps even give the air conditioner a break with a light northerly breeze once […]
Two dead after crash near Frederick County Fairgrounds in Virginia
FREDERICK COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Officials said that two people died after a crash near the Frederick County Fairgrounds in Virginia on Tuesday. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) said that units responded to the 3000 block of Martinsburg Pike near Stonewall Elementary School just before 3 p.m. for a two-vehicle crash. First […]
Big Fish Summer – Lance Blakemore’s giant blue marlin
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A Horseheads fisherman earned the catch of a lifetime. Local dairy farmer Lance Blakemore caught this massive blue marlin off of the coast of Maryland just last weekend. The 897.5 pound marlin won the blue marlin category in the 2024 White Marlin Open. The boat used, called the Stone Cutter, is […]
Discord dangers: Va. mom warns parents of violent groups targeting children
(WAVY) — There’s an increase in violent online groups using the app Discord to contact children and persuade them to harm themselves or others, the problem now catching the attention of Virginia Sen. Mark Warner. “My daughter used it for chats,” said one Virginia mother who asked to remain anonymous. “That was her main use […]
Public Meeting Today on Plan to Extend Water and Wastewater Lines Two Miles on US-522
BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — There will be a public hearing today in the Morgan County Courthouse regarding a plan to extend water and wastewater lines along US-522 for an additional two miles. The meeting is set for 6 to 8 p.m. this evening in the Morgan County Commission room.
Residents report unsafe conditions in property that received $50M in government funding
WASHINGTON (7News) — 7News went inside an apartment complex that's supposed to reflect a $51 million investment. Families living inside the Cascade Park Apartments told 7News that since real estate developer Dantes Partners bought the affordable housing property in 2019 they feel their living conditions have become unsafe. A...
Charles school board hears potential grading changes
Charles students may have a slightly easier time getting an “A” in the future. The Charles County Board of Education met on Aug. 13 to discuss new grading scales that will be implemented, with some scales varying on what grade level a child is in. Kevin Lowndes, the chief of teaching and learning for the school system, gave a presentation that discussed adding elementary school guidance to the grading policy,...
Final site plan approved for 5-unit townhouse project in Frederick
The City of Frederick’s Planning Commission on Monday approved a final site plan for five townhouses on land at McCutcheon Alley, Water Street, and B and O Avenue. Michael Gordon, the developer and owner of the property, received unanimous Planning Commission approval for the four-story units set at an angle. “We’re very excited,” Gordon said. “It’s a small infill project, but I think one that ...
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