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Reviving West Virginia’s Downtowns
Throughout the Mountain State, revitalization efforts are bringing new life to downtown areas, helping transform them into vibrant hubs of community and commerce. Organizations like Main Street Martinsburg (MSM), RenewAll and Charleston Urban Works (CUW) are working to better their downtown areas with help from volunteers, sponsors and organizational partners.
Innovative Solutions: Philanthropy in Action
Navigating the complex landscape of economic issues and societal challenges requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach. Philanthropy, though not always the first solution that comes to mind, plays a crucial role in addressing these multifaceted issues. Broadband. In addition to the work Generation West Virginia (GWV) does to address workforce...
Judge refuses to dismiss claims against city in lawsuit against former Charleston chief
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A judge on Tuesday refused to dismiss claims against the city of Charleston in a case involving former police chief James “Tyke” Hunt. Judge Jennifer Bailey sided with Chelsea McCoy during a civil hearing in her complaint against the city, Hunt and former CPD Chief of Detectives Richie Basford. It alleges sexual misconduct and abuse of power from Hunt, who was a sergeant at the time. The city had attempted to have claims of intentional infliction of emotional distress, punitive damages and wrongful termination dismissed in the case.
Betty Jean Hall, advocate who paved the way for women to enter coal mining workforce, dies at 78
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Betty Jean Hall, an Appalachian attorney and federal administrative judge who paved the way for women to enter the coal mining workforce, has died. She was 78. Hall died Friday in Cary, N.C., where she had lived since her retirement in 2019, her daughter Tiffany Olsen told The Associated Press on […]
Fairmont State's Dr. Raymond Alvarez Reappointed to West Virginia Nursing Home Administrators Licensing Board by Gov. Justice
Dr. M. Raymond Alvarez, professor of healthcare management at Fairmont State University, has been reappointed by Gov. Jim Justice to the West Virginia Nursing Home Administrators Licensing Board. He was originally appointed in October of 2021 and his term will now extend until June 2029. This board plays a crucial role in ensuring that all nursing home administrators obtain their NHA (nursing home administrator) license to work in West Virginia nursing homes.
Bridgeport Looks to Make Return Trip to Charleston as Youthful Cheer Squad Putting in Preseason Work
Although you will see Bridgeport High School’s 2024-25 cheerleading squad at plenty of sporting activities in the weeks and months ahead, the team’s main round of competition will not begin until November. It is on Nov. 9, at Lincoln High School, that regional competition for Class AAA Region...
The Canteen is Now Open for Business at Eastpointe
The opening of one of the most highly anticipated local restaurants in recent memory has taken place at the Eastpointe Shopping Plaza in Clarksburg. Late last week, The Canteen had a soft opening followed by an official opening for business. The hours listed were from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on.
Pregnant woman sprayed with air freshener and hit over missing keys
MINGO COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A pregnant woman was sprayed with an air freshener and hit in the stomach over missing keys. On July 28, 2024, WPD received a complaint from a female who stated that she and her husband, Roscoe Ware, had been in a verbal dispute over missing keys before they became physical. […]
West Virginia Forecast: Dry Weather and Cooler Temperatures as Lows Dip into 40s Overnight
Charleston, WV – A high-pressure system has settled over West Virginia, bringing with it dry weather and notably cooler temperatures. Overnight lows are expected to dip into the 40s and 50s, providing a sharp contrast to the daytime highs, which will plateau in the mid-70s. According to the National...
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