News Obituary

Larry D. Kennedy Obituary

Larry D. Kennedy, 84, of Millstone, WV; departed this earthly life in the mid-morning hours of Thursday, September 25, 2025 at the WVU United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV; following an extended illness. He was born, December 19, 1940 in Normantown, WV; son of the late Ferrell and Hazel (James) Kennedy. Larry was a machinery Read More…

News West Virginia

West Virginia Department of Tourism Launches New Free Digital Platform for Goldenseal 

New format will stabilize Goldenseal’s finances; partnerships with local universities and schools will showcase student articles Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced a new era in Goldensealhistory. For the first time, Goldenseal content will be available for anyone to read online at no cost. The magazine will migrate from a paid print format to a free Read More…

News Schools

Glenville State University and New River CTC Sign Agreement to Create Pathway for Students

GLENVILLE, W.Va. – Students at New River Career and Technical Center (New River CTC) will now have a clearer path to earning a four-year degree thanks to a new transfer agreement signed with Glenville State University (GSU). Dr. Mark A. Manchin, President of Glenville State University, along with GSU Provost, Dr. Mari Clements traveled to Read More…

Community Events News

Announcing the 2025 Mr. and Miss PHE King, Queen, Princess, and Prince!

We are excited to celebrate the wonderful students who participated in this year’s event: 👑 Preschool: Judson Mace & Harley Nester👑 Kindergarten: Kayden Snider, Zoey Lacy & Sadie Bell👑 1st Grade: Bentley Crislip, Zahrina Taylor & Autumn Snider👑 2nd Grade: Aiden May👑 3rd Grade: Shelton Sims & Halynn Whytsell👑 4th Grade: No contestants this year Read More…

Hunting News

ARCHERY AND CROSSBOW SEASONS OPEN SEPT. 27 IN WEST VIRGINIA

HUNTERS REMINDED TO PURCHASE LICENSES EARLY, FOLLOW NEW REGULATIONS AND ELECTRONICALLY CHECK ALL HARVESTS CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that archery and crossbow seasons for white-tailed deer, black bear and wild boar will open on Sept. 27. Hunters are encouraged to prepare now by purchasing their licenses and Read More…

Farming/Agriculture Government News

WVDA ISSUES GUIDANCE FOR FARMERS AMID ONGOING DROUGHT CONDITIONS

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is urging livestock producers to take proactive steps as drought conditions continue to impact much of the state. To prevent long-term damage to pastureland, WVDA recommends confining cattle if feeding hay and reducing grazing pressure until rainfall improves conditions. Overgrazing during drought can weaken forage Read More…