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West Virginia senator loses committee roles following indecent exposure arrest
(The Center Square) – Republican West Virginia Senator Mike Maroney has been removed from his committee chairman responsibilities and committee appointments after he was arrested and charged with two misdemeanors in Marshall County on Tuesday. Senate President Craig Blair, R-Berkeley, said Maroney, R-Marshall, is entitled to due process. Maroney was arrested for indecent exposure and disorderly conduct after he was “accused of performing an overt act of self gratification” at...
West Virginia State Senator being recognized nationally for her work
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — One local state senator is being recognized nationally for her efforts, contribution, and achievements as an elected official. West Virginia Senator Laura Wakim Chapman who serves in District 1 was recently awarded the Legislators Excellence Award from the Reason Foundation. The Reason Foundation is a national organization that focuses on free […]
West Virginia sends $12M to state's volunteer fire departments
(The Center Square) – West Virginia again is sending $12 million to fire departments and emergency services across the state. The measure was funded through House Bill 5128, with Gov. Jim Justice holding a ceremonial signing of the bill joined by the West Virginia Firemen’s Association. The bill sends $6 million to the state’s Fire Protection Fund, where it will be evenly distributed to volunteer fire departments across the state...
WVU shatters research expenditures record for second consecutive year
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WVDN) — For fiscal year 2024, West Virginia University crushed its record in externally supported research expenditures with $275 million — an 82% increase from five years ago. That year — 2019 — WVU reported $152 million in research expenditures, which are funds spent to conduct research. Last year, the number reached $231 million, what was a […] The post WVU shatters research expenditures record for second consecutive year appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
29th annual M.O.V. Model Railroad Club Train Show coming to Parkersburg
PARKERSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The 29th annual M.O.V. Model Railroad Club Train Show is coming to Parkersburg this October. The 29th Annual Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club Train Show is set to take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at West Virginia University-Parkersburg, located just one mile east of I-77, exit #174, on WV Route […]
West Virginia State Senator Michael Maroney arrested
UPDATE: Senate President Craig Blair (R-Berkeley) released the following statement on Wednesday morning: “Above all, I am deeply concerned for our friend and colleague, Senator Mike Maroney. The facts that have emerged are troubling, and I am disappointed. However, in this time, our primary focus is on the well-being of Senator Maroney. To give him […]
State Fair Concert Series: Bailey Zimmerman
FAIRLEA W.Va. (WVDN) – In this edition of the State Fair Concert Series, we will focus on rising Country star, Bailey Zimmerman. WHO IS BAILEY ZIMMERMAN? Hailing from Louisville, Kentucky and just 24 years old, no country artist made a bigger splash in 2022 when Bailey Zimmerman burst onto the music scene. With two number […] The post State Fair Concert Series: Bailey Zimmerman appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Gov. Jim Justice orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, August 14, in honor of former Delegate Ron Fragale
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Harrison County to be displayed at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of former West Virginia Delegate, Ron Fragale.
Back-to-School: Signs of bullying and how parents can talk about it
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - With the end of summer vacation and the start of school looming ahead for students and families, parents may be starting to worry about their children falling victim to bullying. Bullying can affect kids of all ages, and it can be hard for teachers and parents...
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