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In search of discovering the names of over 1,100 men and women who have served at various times in various branches and wars, my appreciation for the veterans as well as their families grew mightily. My understanding for their contribution to my freedom hit home as I read name after name of men and women Read More…
The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) won the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards People’s Choice Award for the Wellsburg Bridge project. The award was announced Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) annual meeting in Philadelphia. Sponsored by AASHTO, AAA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced that West Virginia’s revenue collections surpassed $393 million in October, the fourth month of Fiscal Year 2025. Current fiscal year revenue estimates are on track to exceed estimated expenses by more than $80 million. This demonstrates West Virginia’s recent record of responsible spending and strategic tax cuts, which allow Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice and First Lady Cathy Justice invite all West Virginians to honor members of the United States Military and First Responders by submitting photos to be showcased on two recognition trees that will be displayed during this year’s holiday season. This year’s recognition trees will be located in the west rotunda Read More…
GLENVILLE, WV – Glenville State University Board of Governors met this week and approved the new Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program. This program is a reformulation of existing degree programs within the College of Health Sciences to more transparently prepare students for professional degrees. The concentrations include Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physician’s Assistant, Pre-Physical Read More…
The following divorce decrees were finalized October 25th, 2024 in the Family Court of Calhoun County. Case 24D20, Petitioner Shelly Lee McCoy vs. Respondent, Michael Alan Northedge, date of marriage November 6th, 2018. Case 24D22, Petitioner Stephanie Renee (Roberts) Richards vs. Respondent Byron Keith Richards, date of marriage June 29, 2019. Case 24D19, Petitioner Darlene Read More…
Pleasant Hill Elementary School children had a fun filled day celebrating Fall Fest! They brought back the haunted trail and the line was always long. The send their gratitude to the adults that braved the hill at the end! Rick Sampson was once again the hayride captain with his tractor and trailer filled with students. Read More…
The data released from different reports can be confusing, because each uses its own metrics. But each has its value. The most recent infrastructure report card from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), “Report Card for West Virginia’s Infrastructure,” lists 20 percent of the Mountain State’s bridges as structurally deficient. But that report Read More…
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) today announced that applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) will be accepted starting Monday, November 4, 2024, and continuing through Wednesday, November 27, 2024. This federally funded program helps eligible West Virginians cover home heating costs, aiming to alleviate financial strain Read More…
Calhoun Cross Country athlete GABI SMITH placed 17th in the WVSSAC Class A Region 2 Championship being named 2nd team All Region, at Camp Kidd in Tucker Co on October 24, 2024. Gabi was the only high school runner to compete in this regional meet. GABI will advance to WVSSAC State Championship being held on Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Justice and the West Virginia State Parks system announced today a special Veterans Salute Savings offer. Veterans and military members who stay at a West Virginia state park lodge throughout the month of November are eligible for a 50% discount on lodge room stays. “West Virginia has always been a state that deeply honors Read More…
