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Students everywhere should know the names of Marie and Gathie Barnett
I teach eighth grade West Virginia studies. I’m tasked with covering practically everything about our state, from the Adena mound builders up to the latest flood or mine collapse. However, there’s only so many days in a school year. Every year, some things get left on the cutting room floor. This past year, we were […] The post Students everywhere should know the names of Marie and Gathie Barnett appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Capitol renovation oversight has been skirted for years. Now, West Virginia has a Babydog mural in its historic seat of government
On West Virginia’s 161st birthday, Gov. Jim Justice came to the Capitol Rotunda to unveil four historical murals first envisioned by the building’s original architect nearly a century ago. And, of course, he brought Babydog along. “She’s made a real contribution to this state,” Justice said, sitting on his stool beside the English Bulldog that […] Capitol renovation oversight has been skirted for years. Now, West Virginia has a Babydog mural in its historic seat of government appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
West Virginia Gov. Justice’s family, Virginia bank reach settlement
A Virginia-based bank looking to recover more than $300 million in defaulted business loans from the family of Republican U.S. Senate candidate and Gov. Jim Justice has reached a settlement with the family, according to a press release.
New VAC Exhibit Showcases Local Business
The art students may have dropped their paint and brushes for the summer, but things are getting colorful at the Visual Arts Center with the installation of the New Blenko Now Exhibit. The New Blenko Now Exhibit, which debuted June 21 and will remain open until Aug. 6, showcases pieces...
Progress continues on West Virginia’s first stargazing cabins
BRUCETON MILLS, WV (WVNS) — Progress continues to be made on the first stargazing cabins in the Mountain State. The stargazing cabins will be located at Coopers Rock State Forest and are estimated to open in fall 2024. Reservations for the cabins will begin to be accepted on August 1, 2024. Governor Justice visited Coopers […]
New Royalty – Miss West Virginia and Miss West Virginia’s Teen Reflect on Their New Roles
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — One of the first stops for the newly crowned Miss West Virginia and Miss West Virginia’s Teen was a visit to Panhandle Live. Jennifer Reuther of Wheeling was crowned Miss West Virginia Saturday night, following the crowning of Miss West Virginia’s Teen Demi Breeden of Ranson.
PPD: Escapee from jail custody caught in WV
Prestonsburg Police on the evening of June 24 confirmed that a Johnson County man who escaped from the custody of the Floyd County Detention Center on June 23 was caught by police in West Virginia. According to Prestonsburg Police Chief Ross Shurtleff, on June 24, officers in Barboursville, West Virginia,...
West Virginia delegates win auction for historic document signed by President Lincoln
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Three delegates and Jefferson County Prosecutor Matt Harvey have won an online auction for a historic document signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1861. Delegates Elliott Pritt, Mike Hornby, and Mike Hite along with Jefferson County Prosecutor Matt Harvey all pitched in their own money to bid and win this document. […]
Giant Eagle Now Accepting SNAP Benefits Online Via Instacart
Giant Eagle Inc. has teamed up with grocery technology company Instacart to enable online shoppers to use Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as a method of payment on eligible products. SNAP recipients in Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia can now shop online via Instacart for same-day delivery from more than 200 Giant Eagle and Market District stores.
Dengue fever map: Is the mosquito-driven disease confirmed in West Virginia?
Federal health officials warned doctors around the U.S. this week to look out for signs patients may have dengue fever, a virus spread by mosquitoes that's surging worldwide. Cases in the U.S. are three times higher than this time last year.
Celebrate Independence Day with the best of Appalachian culture
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WTAP)—Are you looking for a unique way to celebrate July 4? The Mountain State Art and Craft Fair (MSACF) will bring juried artisans, live music, heritage demonstrations, and great food from across West Virginia and Appalachia. The MSACF will occur at the Cedar Lakes Conference Center near...
2024 Marshall Cross Country Schedule Announced
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – The Marshall University Cross Country team revealed its 2024 schedule Friday with six total meets scheduled for Head Coach Caleb Bowen's Herd. The season opens with the second-annual Thundering Herd XC Invitational at the Kennedy Center YMCA Complex in Barboursville on Friday, Aug. 30. More details are to come for the entire planned home-opening weekend.
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