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Emergency Declaration, Extra Funding Helped West Virginia Kids Afford College
While issues have plagued the federal government’s revamp of the application for student aid, West Virginia’s higher education leaders say help from Gov. Jim Justice and the state Legislature have caused the state to be much better off than others. The 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid forms debuted in January, three months later […]
West Virginia-made comedy film to be released in September
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The producers of the West Virginia-made comedy film “Ambrosia!” have announced a September release to be followed by a series of statewide and national screenings. Afterward, the feature-length independent film will be released on streaming platforms globally, though producer Saja Montague says those details are still being established. “We’ve had many […]
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 […]
WV Attorney General Stops in Wheeling, Discusses Trump Campaign
Wheeling, W.Va (WTRF) West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey made a stop in Wheeling earlier today. He spoke on a range of topics including Former President Donald Trump’s campaign for the 2024 election. He said Trump is doing a good job staying on message and focusing on issues that matter in his campaign and that […]
West Virginia Wesleyan College Welcomes New Faculty Members to Campus
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia – West Virginia Wesleyan College has announced the addition of eight new faculty members to fill key roles in the College including a new associate provost who will help it reach its ultimate goal of providing the best experience and education for the students. Below are a few short biographies of some of the new faculty members and their accomplishments.
Buckhannon PD’s peer liaison lends a helping hand to the community
BUCKHANNON, W.Va (WDTV) - Since April, Erica Bennett has served as the peer liaison for the Buckhannon Police Department. Each day, she goes out helping people battling drug addiction, homeless, and more. Bennett, who was in active addiction for 22 years, takes her job to heart. “Because I have actually...
Active Southern West Virginia Kids Run Club Mini Grant is Open
BECKLEY W.Va. (WVDN) – As the fall season approaches, Active Southern West Virginia is thrilled to announce that the Fall 2024 Kids Run Club mini-grant is now open. This is a golden opportunity for schools across West Virginia to play a pivotal role in enhancing children’s well-being by offering them a chance to be active […] The post Active Southern West Virginia Kids Run Club Mini Grant is Open appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Summer-like temperatures return by the weekend
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Clarksburg has broken a couple records over the past day-- first, the high of 69 degrees on Tuesday was the lowest high temperature ever recorded in that area on August 20th. Additionally, this morning of August 21st, Clarksburg recorded it’s lowest low temperature, beating the previous record of 46 degrees in 1940 by one degree. Some higher elevations even saw some light frost. Tomorrow morning is going to be similar, with potentially record-breaking lows in Clarksburg and Elkins as well as light frost in the highest elevations. Thursday afternoon will still be below average, but a few lowland spots could reach 80 degrees. Friday morning will still be seasonably chilly, but won’t be record-breaking, and will be trending warmer from there, similarly to afternoon temps. By the weekend, some lowland areas could be hitting 90 degrees. If that’s not reached this weekend, it’s more likely by the first half of next week, because yes, this behemoth high pressure system will still be dominating us by then. Little to no precipitation is expected as a result of this high, which will further exacerbate drought conditions.
Body found in West Virginia, identity unknown
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An unidentified body was discovered near a bridge on Don Knotts Blvd. on the evening of August 20, 2024. The Morgantown Police Department responded to the scene at 6:43 PM following a report of the discovery. Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. While the identity of the individual […]
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