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Cass Scenic Railroad and Lost River State Parks to receive upgrades, including new campgrounds
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — An announcement came from Governor Justice regarding developments at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and Lost River State Park today, noting investments to improve tourism and outdoor recreation in West Virginia. Cass Scenic Railroad State Park will add its first campground, involving approximately 100 campsites, more modern amenities, and preservation efforts. […]
Two West Virginia fishermen catch record-breaking fish the same day within hours of each other
Officials say Lindell Marker of Sod, W.Va., caught a 17.36-inch black crappie at 7:30 am on August 8, surpassing the previous length record of 17.32 inches set by Craig Webb, also at Woodrum Lake. Marker’s catch tied the existing weight record of 2.85 pounds, also held by Webb. At 8:45 a.m., Dwight Priestley of Alum Creek, W.Va., caught a 17.76-inch, 3.15-pound black crappie that surpassed Marker’s shortly-held record and set new records for length and weight. Both fish were certified by WVDNR Fisheries Biologist Cory Hartman. These record-breaking crappies were caught using live minnows.
New system in West Virginia allows you to report teachers pushing religion as science in the classroom
With a new school year underway, the American Civil Liberties Union of West Virginia (ACLU-WV) has launched an online tool for students and their parents to report attempts by teachers to push religious ideology under the guise of science.
Gov. Justice, WV DCR celebrate hiring milestones with 52 additional graduates
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WV DCR) announced a major achievement for West Virginia correctional facilities with the graduation of 52 new officers and staff. This year, WV DCR has welcomed a total of 429 graduates into its ranks, nearly equaling the total amount in […] The post Gov. Justice, WV DCR celebrate hiring milestones with 52 additional graduates appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Mon Power conducting system upgrades in West Virginia service territory
FirstEnergy Corp.’s electric company Mon Power, which serves about 395,000 customers in 34 West Virginia counties, is replacing and upgrading equipment at eight transmission substations in its service territory to help prevent or minimize the ... Read More » The post Mon Power conducting system upgrades in West Virginia service territory appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Union rep says West Virginia governor late on paying worker health insurance bills, despite denials
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — 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, a union official said Friday. “The...
DoHS issues clarification on child care provider payments regarding federal rule change
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has been made aware of reports implying that child care centers are dealing with possible closures and funding crisis if the State does not take action by the end of August. The reports are inaccurate and this announcement is being released to provide […]
Gov. Justice, DoHS announce increase in provider waiver rates and IDD waiver expansion
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) announced that providers have been notified that the Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) will increase provider waiver rates by 15% on October 1, 2024, the amount as recommended in the service cost and rate review conducted by Myers and Stauffer […] The post Gov. Justice, DoHS announce increase in provider waiver rates and IDD waiver expansion appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
First Lady Cathy Justice honored for expanding Communities In Schools program statewide, celebrates 20th anniversary of CIS Greenbrier County
LEWISBURG, WV (WVDN) – First Lady Cathy Justice and Gov. Jim Justice joined the 20th anniversary celebration of Communities In Schools in Greenbrier County. During the event at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, First Lady Justice was honored with an award of appreciation for being a driving force behind the success of the program, leading its statewide expansion. Under […] The post First Lady Cathy Justice honored for expanding Communities In Schools program statewide, celebrates 20th anniversary of CIS Greenbrier County appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
CAMC first in southern West Virginia to implant world’s first neuromodulation device
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — CAMC recently made a groundbreaking achievement in the medical world for being the first health system in southern West Virginia to implant the Barostim™ Baroreflex Activation Therapy. According to the press release from Dale M. Witte, Communications Strategist from CAMC, the implant is also the world’s first heart failure device to use neuromodulation, […]
Madison Middle School student dies
MADISON, WV (WOWK) – The Madison Middle School community is mourning the loss of one of its own students. According to Boone County Schools Superintendent Matt Riggs, Cohen Craddock, an eighth grader at Madison Middle School, died on Saturday. Riggs says Craddock played on the school’s football team, and was a beloved member of the […]
South Carolina man accused of raping woman on a trail in Ansted
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man from South Carolina is facing serious felony charges in Fayette County. Sheriff Shannon Morris has shared details about the case. On August 14, 2024, authorities began investigating a sexual assault that took place in the Ansted area of Fayette County. A victim reported that she was raped multiple […]
Gayle Manchin, Ryan Thorn to visit Fayette County to celebrate award of federal funds
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) Gayle Manchin, Federal Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission, and Ryan Thorn, U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development West Virginia State Director, Ryan Thorn will be joining West Virginia Hive and New River Gorge Regional Development Authority in celebration of federal funds awarded in support of a new Fayette County food incubation […]
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