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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 anglers catch record-breaking fish in same morning
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.
Congresswoman Miller talks at-home emergency care bill on KCEAA tour
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – West Virginia Congresswoman Carol Miller (R) took time Thursday to tour the Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority headquarters. During her visit, Miller met with EMS and county officials, as well as talked about a bill she introduced with some of her colleagues that would allow seniors on Medicare to receive […]
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, […]
Show & Picnic Benefit for Jeff Horner
MINERAL WELLS, W.Va. (WTAP) - In Mineral Wells on August 24th, a car show took place with food and other activities as a way to help raise money for Jeff Horner. Jeff Horner was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer in December 2023 and this benefit is a way to help him out with medical expenses and other needs.
West Liberty University Women’s Golf Team Announces 2024-25 Schedule
West Liberty, W.Va. - The West Liberty University Women's Golf Team is excited to unveil their 2024-25 schedule, featuring a mix of competitive tournaments across the region. The 2024-25 campaign kicks off with the University of Charleston Invitational, hosted at Berry Hills Country Club in Charleston, W.Va., on September 9-10.
Nick Saban Had Message For West Virginia Football, and the Home State He Loves
Saban had plenty to say about the Mountaineers on Friday. Nick Saban is set to make his debut as a regular panelist on ESPN's College GameDay on Saturday morning live from Dublin, Ireland ahead of the kickoff of the college football season between Georgia Tech and No. 10 Florida State.
Local organization to celebrate International Overdose Awareness Day
CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - A local organization will be offering outreach in downtown Clarksburg in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD). IOAD is a day observed annually around the world to remember those who have died due to drug overdose, create a better understanding of what an overdose is, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths and inspire change that reduces the harms associated with drug use.
Popular college sports account gives WVU football 12-0 ceiling
Big Game Boomer, a college sports account that has accumulated over two hundred thousand followers across Instagram and X, gave West Virginia football a 12-0 ceiling and 5-7 floor in a post made Thursday. For those who are unaware, ceiling and floors are prediction of a team’s ability. For example,...
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