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Demand for rare elements used in clean energy could help clean up abandoned coal mines in Appalachia
Down a long gravel road, tucked into the hills in West Virginia, is a low-slung building where researchers are extracting essential elements from an old coal mine that they hope will strengthen the nation’s energy future. They aren’t mining the coal that powered the steel mills and locomotives that...
HAPI project expands service area in West Virginia
The West Virginia Healthy Start/Helping Appalachian Parents and Infants also known as the HAPI project has been serving low-income pregnant women and families with children since 2001 providing health care and life skills. Now, the program is expanding to serve four more counties.
State Fair of West Virginia announces fair week admission and ride deals
FAIRLEA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Looking for discounted admission and carnival rides at this year’s West Virginia State Fair? Check out these fair week deals being offered. The festivities kick off on Thursday, August 8, with an all-day gate admission priced at just $7 for ages 11 and up. From 2 PM to 11 PM, visitors […]
West Virginia, Idaho asking Supreme Court to review rulings allowing transgender athletes to compete
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia and Idaho are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review rulings that blocked the enforcement of state laws prohibiting transgender athletes from competing in sports. “If the Supreme Court takes this up, it will determine the fate of women’s sports across the entire...
West Virginia’s Homeless Population Faces New Challenges After Supreme Court Decision
In Wheeling, West Virginia, many homeless individuals have found temporary refuge in an encampment on a state-owned parking lot near the Catholic Charities Neighborhood Center. Although the city had exempted this site from its public camping ban, the state’s plan to close and clean the camp means these individuals will soon have to relocate.
U.S. House committee advances bill that would halt application of new silica dust rule
The bill previously passed a subcommittee and, on Wednesday, passed the full Appropriations Committee 31-25 with no amendments that would affect the attempt to stop the silica rule. The post U.S. House committee advances bill that would halt application of new silica dust rule appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Salt Baron’s Trash Is W.Va. Archeologist’s Treasure
Nine college students have been working throughout the summer to dig up historic artifacts in Malden. The students and faculty finished their dig on Thursday and hosted a dig celebration. One man’s trash can be another man’s treasure – or at least that is the case for this West Virginia...
Eng named interim dean of the Lewis College of Business
Dr. Ben Eng, an associate professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship and executive director of the iCenter, the university’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation, has been named interim dean of Marshall’s Lewis College of Business. He takes on the new role July 12. Dean Don Capener has decided...
FirstEnergy loses appeal to shield internal investigations of bribery schemes from release
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A federal judge blocked an appeal Friday from FirstEnergy Corp., potentially leading to the release of two internal investigations into the company’s bribery schemes that it has spent the past year fighting to keep secret. Following the arrest of ex-Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder and...
Call the Police if You See One of These Outside Your House in West Virginia!
West Virginia, known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich history, also faces unique challenges regarding public safety. While the state is largely peaceful, certain activities and sightings should immediately prompt concern and action. This article will detail various scenarios and specific signs that should alarm residents of West Virginia and prompt them to contact local authorities.
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