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Family Friendly Event Honoring West Virginia’s Birthday on June 20 Charleston, WV – The West Virginia Department of Tourism invites residents and visitors to celebrate West Virginia Day on Saturday, June 20, with a free, family-friendly event at the State Capitol Complex in honor of the Mountain State’s 163rd birthday. The celebration will feature a variety Read More…
WASHINGTON—JUNE 17, 2026—The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today commended the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) decision to pursue legal action against the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) over alleged deceptive trade practices. “I commend Chairman Ferguson and the FTC for taking decisive action against WPATH,” said HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A tornado watch is in effect for much of West Virginia until 11 a.m. Thursday, as an approaching cold front threatens to bring severe thunderstorms and flash flooding to the region. The Watch covers: Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Fayette, Jackson, Kanawha, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo, Nicholas, Putnam, Roane, Wayne, Webster and Read More…
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 3, 2026—The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the detection of a New World screwworm (NWS) in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas. NWS is a serious pest that affects livestock, pets, wildlife, and less commonly, people and birds. NWS larvae (maggots) burrow into the Read More…
Charleston, W.Va. The West Virginia Community Development Hub (The Hub) is pleased to announce the next cohort of Accelerate WV, an 18-month planning program designed to equip participating communities for a more resilient economic future. Through professional coaching services, technical assistance funding for economic development projects, and connections to local, regional, and national resources, Accelerate Read More…
Beverly Ann Carpenter, 75, of Cremo, WV, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Beverly was born on September 6, 1950, in Calhoun County. She was the daughter of the late Boyd “Jim” and Virgie (Slider) Duskey. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Victor “Chuck” Carpenter, one son Victor Lee Carpenter; grandchildren, Read More…
Wisteria Faye Metz-Haney was born sleeping on June 11, 2026, at WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center. Though her time on earth was brief, Wisteria was deeply loved and cherished by her family from the moment they learned of her existence. She brought hopes, dreams, and endless love to those who eagerly awaited her arrival. Read More…
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETINGMonday, June 22, 2026@ 5:00 pm AGENDA I. Prayer followed by Pledge II. Call to Order III. Public Comment – Please indicate on the Sign-in Sheet if you wish to address the Commission IV. Review and Approve Minutes V. Unfinished Business a. Family Court/Health Department Building Update b. Consider Health Department Funding Request FY2027 c. Consider Re-allocating ARPA Funds for PSD Emergency Needs VI. New Business a. Consider Annual Reimbursement Agreement for Family Read More…
HUNTERS HAVE UNTIL AUG. 14 TO APPLY FOR THE OCTOBER HUNT CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced that it is accepting applications for a controlled waterfowl hunt, scheduled to take place on Oct. 3-11 at McClintic Wildlife Management Area near Point Pleasant in Mason County. Waterfowl hunters who wish Read More…