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Steptoe & Johnson announces 148 attorneys recognized as best in America, ones to watch
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. – Steptoe & Johnson PLLC announced that 135 of the firm’s attorneys were named in the 2025 rankings of The Best Lawyers in America. They practice throughout firm locations in Colorado, Kentucky, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, and West Virginia. Also noted below are 13 attorneys who have received the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in […]
WVU launches new robotics engineering degree
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - West Virginia University is launching a new degree this semester. The new robotics engineering degree will launch this fall for undergraduate students. NASA is providing $1 million in funding for the program, which supports the inclusions of state-of-the-art, new equipment and laboratories at the WVU Benjamin...
WVU women’s soccer shuts out Delaware to kick off 2024-25 calendar
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Mountaineers are starting the year as winners. WVU women’s soccer (1-0) defeated Delaware (0-1) 2-0 Thursday night at Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium in the first WVU athletics event of the 2024-25 season. “They definitely showed us some areas that we need to get better,”...
Attorneys establish website for claimants of Southern Regional Jail lawsuit settlement
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A federal judge has granted preliminary approval of a $4 million class action lawsuit settlement with the State of West Virginia filed by inmates against Southern Regional Jail. One of the attorneys representing the inmates, Stephen New, said a website was established during the week of August 12, 2024 for claimants. […]
Experience West Virginia flavors at the State Fair’s ‘West Virginia Grown Country Store’
FAIRLEA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – For those looking to savor the authentic taste of West Virginia, the “West Virginia Grown Country Store” at the State Fair of West Virginia is a must-visit. Operated by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA), this store showcases food and drink products from vendors across the state during the Fair’s […]
Thunderstorms return, but could they be severe?
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Rounds of showers and storms moving through this afternoon, evening, and into the overnight hours. Not expecting any storms to become severe today, but heavy rain is possible, and perhaps some flooding of poor drainage areas. Clouds and sun at times with highs in the low to mid 80s. Showers and storms ending late tonight giving a dry start to Saturday. More thunderstorms arriving late in the afternoon that could bring heavy rain and/or strong winds. There is a chance that storms become severe late Saturday with strong winds being the main threat. More unsettled weather for Sunday and Monday with mainly rain showers, although a non-severe thunderstorm may mix in for Sunday afternoon. Once we get into Tuesday, clouds break for sunshine and humidity will be falling to very comfortable levels again. Sunshine will make for nice afternoons Tuesday through Thursday with some cool mornings due to clear skies.
Monongalia County students will no longer have smartphone access during the school day
MONONGALIA COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Monongalia County Schools has announced that students will no longer have access to devices such as smartphones throughout the school day. All Monongalia County students from Grade 6 to Grade 12 will now be required to lock all smartphones in a YONDR pouch throughout the day, while elementary school students […]
West Virginia Ranks 25th on PFF Preseason Top 25
The Mountaineers were the final team featured in Pro Football Focus’s Preseason Top 25 released earlier this week. The “bottom line” for West Virginia being on the list is simple: “With one of the most explosive offenses in the conference, West Virginia could surprise a lot of teams in the Big 12 once again.”
2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar now available to purchase
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that the 2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is now available to purchase online and in stores around the state. This year also marks the 40th anniversary of the WVDNR publishing the popular calendar, which helps fund important Wildlife Resources Section programs. Calendars can […] The post 2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar now available to purchase appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Thousands of WV kids could lose child care. State mum on plans to fix it.
Child care in West Virginia is facing a funding cliff, according to lawmakers and advocates, that could push thousands of kids from child care assistance by next month. As the crisis looms, the governor and state Department of Human Services haven’t offered concrete information about how they’ll fix the problem. State lawmakers are doubtful about […]
10th Senate district candidate Q&A: Jack Woodrum responds to Nicholas County resident’s questions
In 2025, the 10th Senate district will include Nicholas County, where voters said they want to see more development of important services. We asked the candidate for this Senate seat what he has done and would do to support the county. 10th Senate district candidate Q&A: Jack Woodrum responds to Nicholas County resident’s questions appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Eight years after historic floods, Nicholas County is still rebuilding. Voters there want politicians to push for more development
People from Summersville to Richwood said they would like to see political candidates support the development of schools, housing and activity centers in their county. Eight years after historic floods, Nicholas County is still rebuilding. Voters there want politicians to push for more development appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
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