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Bridgeport Police Seeking Public Aid to Help Identify Truck in Relation to a Leaving the Scene Investigation
Bridgeport Police are asking for the community's assistance in identifying a vehicle that is part of an ongoing investigation at the. The truck in question is white, and according to Bridgeport Police Officer Nicholas Fibert it was involved in a leaving the scene that took place Thursday, August 15 at the mall. The area was in the main parking lot near Boscov's.
Disguised vapes in schools: what to be aware of
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Experts say parents should be aware of vaping products that can be disguised as common items, including school supplies. According to Captain Matthew Martin with the Washington Co. Sheriff’s Office, some vape manufacturers make vapes disguised as other items such as smart watches, highlighters, and pens to name a few.
Thomas officials address report claiming city’s water is contaminated with chemicals
The City of Thomas held a council meeting Tuesday night where it discussed the ongoing water situation as well as a post on social media that claims that the city's water is contaminated with chemicals that could potentially cause cancer.
Remains of Ritchie County soldier who died in Korean War recovered
SMITHVILLE, W.Va (WDTV) - The remains of a Korean War soldier from Ritchie County have been recovered. U.S. Army Sergeant Kester B. Hardman, 22, of Smithville, who was killed during the Korean War, was accounted for on May 2nd of this year, according to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA).
Gov. Justice announces Revenue Secretary and State Auditor certify 4% income tax reduction, file with state tax office
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced that Revenue Secretary Larry Pack and State Auditor JB McCuskey inked a letter certifying a 4% reduction in West Virginia’s personal income tax. The certification has been filed with the State Tax Division and will take effect January 1, 2025. The Department of Revenue and State Auditor’s Office […] The post Gov. Justice announces Revenue Secretary and State Auditor certify 4% income tax reduction, file with state tax office appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Friday, August 16
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 Friday, August 16 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Singer-songwriter Zoe Jean Fowler returns to West Virginia roots: performing at state fair
LEWISBURG, WV (WOAY) – Zoe Jean Fowler has fond memories of growing up at the West Virginia State Fair. The Nashville singer-songwriter says it means so much to continue her family’s 40-year legacy in a place they all love. “Grandma and my aunt ran a fair stand called...
West Virginia native, entertainer, Peter Marshall dead at 98
LOS ANGELES, CA — West Virginia native Peter Marshall died Thursday. He was 98. Marshall, who had a decades-long career of singing and acting, may have been best-known as the host of the game show Hollywood Squares. He sat between the two contestants and looked at the celebrities in the squares for 16 years.
Morrisey urges college students to be aware of employment scams this school year
WEST VIRGINIA (WTRF) – Thousands of college students are getting ready to head back to class–many of them on their own and in control of their own affairs for the first time. This makes them a target to scammers advertising employment opportunities. West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging consumers to be cautious of […]
West Virginia attempts to spur housing construction through tax incentives
The West Virginia Department of Economic Development gave a presentation at the Morgantown Area Partnership on Wednesday concerning the Build WV Act, which is meant to provide tax incentives with the goal of encouraging companies to build middle-income residential housing.
WV’s school assessment data released for 2023-2024 academic year
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The West Virginia Board of Education has received the annual report on the Mountain State’s assessment data for the past school year. And, while two of the three categories went up by one percentage point, the state is still showing less than 50% proficiency in mathematics, English Language Arts/reading and science. […]
Halle Berry, Senator Capito discuss Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – United States Senator Shelley Moore Capito and actress Halle Berry hosted a roundtable discussion on Wednesday regarding the Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act. The bipartisan legislation would boost federal menopause research and coordinate existing programs within the government in relation to menopause and women’s health. “Menopause can impact every […]
Wawa makes entrance in convenience store market in West Virginia
INWOOD, W.Va. (DC News Now) — Brace yourself West Virginia for the convenience store wars to come. Long dominated by Sheetz, Royal Farms, The ROCCS chain and 7-Eleven, Pennsylvania-based Wawa markets broke ground Wednesday on its first West Virginia location. Family-owned Wawa already has more than 1,000 convenience stores in eight states and finds the […]
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