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FAA Awards $7 Million For Statewide Airport Improvements
Several West Virginia airports will receive federal funds to make infrastructure improvements. A runway rehabilitation in Lewisburg. Perimeter fencing in Williamson. A retaining wall in Charleston. A rotating beacon in Buckhannon. These are some of the planned improvements to airports in West Virginia, funded with $7 million in Airport Improvement...
Sen. Manchin announces federal funding for East Wood VFD safety gear
DAVISVILLE — The East Wood Volunteer Fire Department will be receiving federal funds for the purchase of safety gear. East Wood VFD in Davisville is set to receive $39,666 from $408,527 announced by U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, I-W.Va., on Tuesday for fire departments across the state to make needed purchases, according to a press release from Manchin’s office.
David Bradshaw wins West Virginia Open Shootout
SISSONVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — The 91st West Virginia Open Championship tees off on Wednesday morning from Edgewood Country Club in Sissonville and runs through Friday. Tuesday saw the five best amateurs and five best pros against each other in the Open Shootout. David Bradshaw won the event and last...
25 Arrested in West Virginia Drug Operation Tied to Sinaloa Cartel’s El Mayo Zambada
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Two drug trafficking organizations operating in West Virginia, one with connections to the Sinaloa Drug Cartel, were dismantled following 25 indictments by a federal grand jury. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of West Virginia announced this on Tuesday. Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada,...
WVU Medicine Transplant Alliance joins recognition of West Virginia Donor Day
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The WVU Medicine Transplant Alliance is joining Donate Life West Virginia in recognition of West Virginia Donor Day on Aug. 1. The annual event is held on Aug. 1 — or 8/1 — because the date symbolizes that one organ donor has the potential to save eight lives and heal up to 75 others.
Sales tax holidays coming up for both Virginias
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Residents of both Virginias are gearing up for a weekend of sales tax-free shopping thanks to the annual sales tax holidays. The sales tax holidays are weekends when certain items are able to be purchased without a sales tax on them. In West Virginia, eligible items include clothing, school supplies, and certain […]
State education official discusses new plan for teaching math
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — Officials with the West Virginia Department of Education announced new math teaching standards for all state high school and middle school students starting in fall of 2024. The standard will be extended to students in lower grades according to Clinton Burch, Senior Officer of Adult and Technical Education for the West […]
Fairgrounds get new playground equipment
MARIETTA — Parents who bring their children to the Washington County Fairgrounds will have more options to entertain them soon. New playground equipment was installed at the fairgrounds on July 26, according to Washington County Fair Board Treasurer Emily Griffin. She said the new equipment – which includes a...
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation offers assistance for working women
PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Area Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Women’s Opportunity Fund – Linda H. Culp Memorial Scholarship, designed to assist working women who are looking to advance in their professions and further their career paths. The scholarship is designed specifically for women who...
OSHP brings awareness to World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Today the Ohio State Highway Patrol acknowledged World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, which is a day made to bring awareness to trafficking. “The Patrol stands strong against this heinous crime and assists in human trafficking cases every year. Together, we can help protect our communities and support victims,” said the OSHP.
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