Pride events scheduled around the state in June; See photos of parade and festival WV Press News Report in partnership with “When All Are Counted” CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The celebration of the LGBTQ+ community in West Virginia kicked off June 1 and the City of Charleston hosted a parade and street[Read More…]
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Media Advisory: U.S. Senator Manchin issues statement, holding media availability this afternoon in Charleston on securing Mountain Valley Pipeline
MVP Roundtable and Press Availability set for 3:30 pm in Charleston WV Press Release Sharing: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has scheduled a media available this afternoon and released a statement after voting for the bipartisan debt ceiling agreement to secure[Read More…]
19-year-old Cameron Jarvis of Barboursville wins 104th WV Amateur Championship at The Greenbrier
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Extending his lead by two strokes Wednesday, 19-year-old Cameron Jarvis of Barboursville scored two under par to take the overall lead at three under par 277 to win the 104th West Virginia Amateur Championship at The Greenbrier. The Championship, presented by Astorg Motor Company[Read More…]
West Virginia International Yeager Airport’s welcomes Breeze Airways inaugural flight
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Breeze Airways and West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) Wednesday celebrated the arrival of Breeze Airways, the newest air carrier to offer nonstop service to Orlando, FL and Charleston, SC. This highly anticipated event marks a significant milestone for the airport and the[Read More…]
Gov. Justice announces 17 new projects approved by the West Virginia Water Development Authority
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Gov. Jim Justice has announced that the West Virginia Water Development Authority (WDA) recently approved 17 infrastructure-related projects funded by the Economic Enhancement Grant Fund. To date, the WDA has approved 100 projects with a total project cost of $1.1 billion and a state match of[Read More…]
Governor Justice announces WV National Guard will send members to Texas border
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that he has approved up to 50 West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) Soldiers and Airmen to deploy to Texas for up to 30 days to support Operation Lone Star (OLS) as a part of an Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) from[Read More…]
National Headache Foundation shines a spotlight on migraines and headaches in June – Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
WV Press Release Sharing CHICAGO, Ill. – The National Headache Foundation (NHF), a leading organization dedicated to providing research, awareness, education, and advocacy for individuals living with headache and migraine, is proud to announce the observance of Migraine and Headache Awareness Month in June. Migraine and Headache Awareness Month (MHAM)[Read More…]
Form Energy key component to north Weirton, W.Va., development
By Craig Howell, Weirton Daily Times WEIRTON — The construction of Form Energy’s first full-scale manufacturing facility will be a key component to the redevelopment of Weirton’s north end, according to officials with the Frontier Group of Companies which has been working to prepare the property over the last several[Read More…]
Video Feature: Betsy Miles takes you ‘Miles in a Minute’ to spend this Summer under the Stars
WV Tourism continuing its stargazing promotion all summer CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Now that the kids are out of school and Memorial Day Weekend is over, West Virginia families can plan some time in the backyard or at a state park enjoying an evening looking at the sky and stars. According to[Read More…]
Rain an issue for Round Two of 104th WV Amateur Golf Championship at The Greenbrier
Round Three started today at 8 a.m. WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Another rainy day challenged players Monday at The Greenbrier for the second round of the 104th WV Amateur Championship, presented by Astorg Motor Company and Mercedes-Benz of Charleston, sponsored by United Bank and conducted by the West[Read More…]