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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 […]
What does the future look like for recreational marijuana in West Virginia?
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — With the full legalization of marijuana in Ohio, what does this mean for use in West Virginia? Currently there is a strict medical marijuana policy in place, but in terms of recreational use – that’s yet to be determined. West Virginia House of Delegates Shawn Fluharty says 60% of Ohioans […]
Achieve your dreams this school year with more sleep and better rest
MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. (WTRF) — With school almost in session it’s important to get your students’ sleeping habits in order. Bethany Maury, nurse practitioner for Reynolds Pediatrics in Moundsville, says good routines are the foundation of success for students. She tells us how much sleep each age bracket needs. “So generally, school-age children need anywhere […]
Ohio Valley Mall celebrates teachers by giving out free classroom supplies
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – As the school season is about to pick back up, Ohio Valley Mall is celebrating local teachers with a special event called Tools for Teachers. Registered teachers received totes, school supplies to stock the classroom, “Teach the Teacher” educational seminars, appetizers and much more. Best of all? The event was […]
West Virginia school district hosts first-ever resource fair for faculty and staff
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Students and teachers in Marshall County are preparing for a return to school next Tuesday, August 20. For the very first time, the county held a Back-to-School Resource Fair for their faculty and staff at John Marshall High School Thursday morning. Marshall County School employees were able to interact with […]
WVU Medicine's aspiring nurse program tackles shortage, offers financial aid, mentorship
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — WVU Medicine signed four additional nurses from West Virginia Northern Community College to its aspiring nurse program on Thursday. Established in 2023, the scholarship program was developed to support nurse recruitment and retention in West Virginia. Yet, after just a few months, hospital officials noticed...
15th Annual Tomato Festival & Hometown Market comes to Fairmont
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The 15th Annual Tomato Festival & Hometown Market will take place in Fairmont this weekend. The event, which is hosted by Main Street Fairmont and the Marion County Master Gardeners, will take place on Monroe Street on Saturday, August 17th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Former Marine, Leader in Harrison County Politics and Union Front, Charles "Charlie" Washington, Passes
Charles “Charlie” “Bowels” Richard Washington, Jr., 83, of Clarksburg was called home on Saturday, August 10, 2024. He was born on April 6, 1941 in Clarksburg, a son of the late Charles Richard Washington, Sr. and Eula B Washington-Bailey. Charlie was a family man. He always...
Cabela’s hosting Youth Day this Saturday to kick off Fall hunting season
During this event, youngsters will receive a free Kids' Duck Decoy (while supplies last), a free photo download, and an Inflatable Archery Range to try their hand at the sport with target practice.
West Liberty University Welcomes Polish Pianist Andrzej Ślązak for Free Concert Sept. 6
West Liberty, W. Va., August 16, 2024 – West Liberty University (WLU) is proud to present a concert performed by internationally recognized pianist Dr. Andrzej Ślązak at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 6 in the Elbin Auditorium. Dr. Ślązak is a piano professor at the Jan Kochanowski...
The Experience Church offering free haircuts for back-to-school
The Experience (TE) Church is offering free haircuts for those in need. TE is offering free haircuts to those 17 and under on August 18 between the time of 2-7 pm as part of their Back to School Blessing.
Warwood School Officially Splits into Two
Warwood, W.Va. (WTRF) Warwood school has operated as a preschool through 8th grade program until this year. Today, Warwood school celebrated its division into two separate schools with a ribbon cutting ceremony. While both schools will remain in the same building, the split will allow more efficiency and personalized learning. The school will have two […]
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