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Gov. Justice appoints new Office of Drug Control Policy Director
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced the appointment of Dr. Stephen Loyd as Director of the Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP). “Dr. Loyd is going to be an incredible asset in fighting the opioid crisis and drug abuse in West Virginia,” Gov. Justice said. “His genuine compassion for people struggling with addiction and his drive […] The post Gov. Justice appoints new Office of Drug Control Policy Director appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Governor Jim Justice Bobblehead Unveiled to Join Babydog Bobblehead
MILWAUKEE — On Wednesday, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled the first bobblehead of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. The week’s unveiling of the first bobblehead featuring Babydog, the English bulldog owned by West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. Babydog stole the spotlight during an appearance at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday, […]
weSurvive pairs Appalachian cancer survivors with health advisers
Researchers at the University of Virginia are hoping to improve the quality of life for post-treatment cancer survivors in Appalachia. The weSurvive program provides free group and one-on-one nutrition and exercise guidance for rural, adult patients. It was created by Kathleen Porter — a registered dietitian at the UVA Cancer Center — through a $770,000 research grant from the American Cancer Society.
Echoes of the Past: Governor Honors Clingman As “Distinguished West Virginian”
1924– 100 Years Ago The New Kind Of Lumber Boards 900 feet long are the miracles of the new synthetic lumber. Boards 900 feet long are made daily at mills near New Orleans out of bagasse, the waste fibre of sugar cane. The new lumber is flawless. It has no knots, no sap, no cross-grains, […] The post Echoes of the Past: Governor Honors Clingman As “Distinguished West Virginian” appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Accountability needed to keep state of emergency from being another disaster
The most automatic of government functions, both in practical application by elected officials and the electoral population having faith in it being implemented properly, should be a state of emergency declaration. But with the current history of West Virginia government responses to any crisis, the automatic reaction to such a declaration is becoming, “Wonder if […]
‘Strong industry headwinds’ lead to bankruptcy for Guardian Healthcare
Brockway, PA-based Guardian Healthcare has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company, founded in 1995, operates 23 skilled nursing facilities in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, as well as three senior living communities and an in-house pharmacy. “Strong industry headwinds in recent years caused financial challenges for many skilled nursing...
WV Open Rnd 1: Catching up with Ken Tackett and Brad Ullman
SISSONVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — You never know who you'll run into at the golf course. I was able to catch up with LIV Golf Tournament Director Brad Ullman and PGA Rules Official KenTackett. Both gentlemen are former Executive Directors for WVGA and now represent the state of West Virginia well at the highest level.
Wawa to Break Ground in West Virginia
Wawa is expanding to Inwood, West Virginia, the first store in the convenience-store chain’s 14th state. It will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on Aug. 14. Wawa is No. 9 on CSP’s 2024 Top 202 ranking of U.S. convenience-store chains by total number of company-owned stores. It will be...
Oklahoma-based sportswriter covering Big 12 criticizes league's scheduling
Big 12 veteran reporter Berry Tramel has witnessed the league evolve from previous iterations, and is looking forward to the future of the league with it’s new additions and continued growth. However, heading into the 2024 season, there is one thing he finds a bit unfortunate about the league...
Energy Authority works to prevent high electricity bills
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK)– In 2021 and 2022, West Virginians saw high electricity bills. On Wednesday, the Energy authority hosted a meeting with AEP to figure out what caused the price increase. According to research done by the Energy Authority (WVPEA), the increase was due to a reliance on imported energy during a time when it […]
Arts and entertainment events happening August 1st-4th across the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Here is a look at all the arts and entertainment events happening this weekend across the Mid-Ohio Valley. A complete list of events can be found at artsbridgeonline.org. Thursday, August 1st. Barlow Library Used Book Sale 9:00am - 5:00pm @ Barlow Branch Library. STEM Camp- grades...
How safe are the rides at the State Fair?
FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) — The wild rides of the State Fair of West Virginia are a tradition at the event. But how safe are they? The answer is: incredibly safe! Most of the rides arrive anywhere from a week to ten days ahead of the start of the fair in order for them to be […]
Orr’s Farm Market and Orchard praying for rain as drought conditions persist
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. (DC News Now) — West Virginia farmers are facing challenges from this summer drought. The state’s Department of Agriculture said rainfall averages across West Virginia are about four-and-a-half inches below average, leading Gov. Jim Justice to declare a state of emergency because of the persistent dry conditions. Growers at the popular Orr’s Farm […]
Gov. Justice makes announcement on Market Street Bridge federal funding
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — In January, leaders from both sides of the Ohio River in Brooke, Hancock and Jefferson Counties were frustrated. At a multi-city meeting, they told the Division of Highways in an open letter they needed solutions to bring back the Market Street Bridge. And it appears those have arrived in the […]
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