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West Virginia governor’s son, company held in contempt in Alabama coke plant pollution lawsuit
The son of West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice and the manager of the Birmingham coke plant owned by his family were held in contempt by a federal judge last week for not cooperating with local environmental groups’ pre-trial requests in the groups’ pollution lawsuit. James “Jay” Justice III,...
Union rep says West Virginia governor Jim Justice late on paying worker health insurance bills, despite denials
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice's family is millions of dollars behind on payments to employees' health insurance fund at their financially beleaguered hotel, putting workers' coverage at risk despite the U.S. Senate candidate's claims otherwise
Wolves once roamed West Virginia’s forests
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia was once home to wolves that roamed the state’s forests and mountains. Two types of wolves were known to inhabit the region: the eastern wolf (Canis lupus lycaon) and the gray wolf (Canis lupus). These apex predators played a major role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem by […]
Man pleads guilty to choking and punching woman
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A man from Clendenin was convicted Monday for an incident that injured a woman who was choked, then hit with a closed fist and brass knuckles. Roger Lee Stevens, 30, pleaded guilty to one count of unlawful wounding, the Kanawha County Prosecutor’s Office said.
Kanawha County looks to offer mental health for first responders
The Kanawha County Commission is considering offering free mental health services to its first responders, a measure Commission President Lance Wheeler hopes sets an example for counties across the state. “Mental health is something that has really came up nationwide especially with our first responders since COVID,” Wheeler said. “…we want to make sure that […]
Turnpike’s Beckley, Bluestone Plazas To Reopen In December
The head of the West Virginia Parkways Authority told lawmakers that two big turnpike projects should be finished by the end of the year. Parkways Authority Executive Director Jeff Miller said Tuesday that the Beckley and Bluestone travel plazas on the West Virginia Turnpike will be open to the public by Dec. 15.
Old church meeting house on River Ridge in Pipestem to hold annual homecoming
PIPESTEM W.Va. (Hinton News) - The old church meeting house on River Ridge in Pipestem, Summers County, will host its annual homecoming starting at 11 a.m. Sunday, September 8, 2024. This event marks the gathering of descendants of early settlers of River Ridge including Meadors, Cooks, Farleys, Keatons, Petreys, Lanes, Martins, Millers, Thompsons and others. The meeting house is 155 years old and was used as a church, school and meeting house. Everyone is invited to come, bring a basket lunch and spend the day meeting family and friends. The post Old church meeting house on River Ridge in Pipestem to hold annual homecoming appeared first on The Hinton News.
Boot Barn now open in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Boot Barn has officially opened its doors in Beckley. Boot Barn is a retail chain that specializes in western and work-related apparel, footwear, and accessories. The new store is located at the By-Pass Shopping Plaza between Aldi and Planet Fitness. The stores primarily cater to customers who need durable clothing for […]
East Rainelle Fireman’s Muster to Kick Off Labor Day Weekend Events in Rainelle
RAINELLE W.Va. (WVDN) — The first annual East Rainelle Fireman’s Muster will take place on August 31, promising a festive start to Labor Day Weekend. The event will feature a classic fireman’s parade, a series of engaging field events, and a cookout followed by the town’s annual concert event. The day’s activities will begin with a […] The post East Rainelle Fireman’s Muster to Kick Off Labor Day Weekend Events in Rainelle appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Wyoming County BOE to provide Back to School Staggered Opening update at upcoming meeting
PINEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of the Wyoming County Board of Education will meet on Monday in a meeting which will see discussion of the Back to School Staggered Opening along with other updates. Scheduled for 6:00pm on Monday, August 26, 2024, the session will also hear an update from the county superintendent as well […]
Heritage Farm announces year-round indoor/outdoor Snow Park
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Heritage Farm has announced a year-round indoor/outdoor snow park in a social media post on Friday. According to the post, the park will allow visitors to ski, snowboard, ice skate and snow tube with real snow being produced in up to 70-degree weather. Heritage Farm...
Student Prayer, Child Care And Basketball, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, a new school year is in full swing in West Virginia. But Chris Schulz reports that one group of students in Morgantown has a unique concern this year: needing a place in school to pray together. Meanwhile, another interim session of the West Virginia Legislature...
WVDEP to hold Great Kanawha River Cleanup on Sept. 7th
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The annual Great Kanawha River Cleanup is a highly anticipated environmental event organized by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection’s (WVDEP) Make It Shine program. Taking place on Saturday, September 7th from 9 am to noon, this cleanup mobilizes dedicated local volunteers to remove tons of unsightly and harmful litter […]
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