CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Legislature’s Office of Reference & Information provides photos for use by the media of functions such as the State of the State and the legislative session. Below a video of the State of the State, the text of Governor Justice’s message and a sampling[Read More…]
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W.Va. lawmakers hear updates from EMS leadership during final interim session
WV Press Staff Report CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Legislature’s Joint Committee on Volunteer Fire Departments and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), on Sunday, heard presentations from both WV EMS Coalition Director Chris Hall and Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) Director Jody Ratliff. First to present was Hall, who[Read More…]
See the videos: WVPA 2024 Legislative Lookahead
By WVPA staff CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Press Association’s 2024 Legislative Lookahead, held at Charleston’s Culture Center on Jan. 5, was an opportunity for the media to get a preview of the upcoming session from lawmakers and other stakeholders. The 2024 West Virginia Legislature’s 2024 session starts Wednesday. The[Read More…]
W.Va. VOAD facing investigation after recent Joint Committee on Flooding interim meeting
By Autumn Shelton, West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – In light of recent allegations surrounding the possible misappropriation of state funds by Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) leadership, the Joint Committee on Flooding has asked for increased investigations into the organization. During the interim committee’s Sunday meeting, Sen.[Read More…]
State healthcare leaders discuss need for more providers, lack of healthcare access, and abortion ban legislation during WVPA Legislative Lookahead
By Autumn Shelton, West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Healthcare industry leaders joined together on Friday for the West Virginia Press Association’s annual Legislative Lookahead, where they discussed healthcare priorities that should be considered during the upcoming legislative session. James W. Nemitz, Ph.D., president of the West Virginia School[Read More…]
Bethany College Celebrates the Reinstatement of Psi Chi Chapter
Bethany College has announced the reinstatement of its Psi Chi chapter, the International Honor Society in Psychology. Psi Chi, founded in 1929, boasts a mission to encourage excellence in scholarship and promote the professional development of its members. With over 750,000 lifetime members, including renowned figures such as Drs. Albert[Read More…]
Area Homeschool Students Attend Topper Science
Twelve homeschool students in grades 8-12 from the Ohio Valley Christian Home Educators (OVCHE) cooperative participated in “Topper Science- Anatomy and Physiology for Homeschoolers” on the campus of West Liberty University on Monday, December 11.The event, designed by Dr. Leslie Quinn, Associate Professor of Biomedical Sciences at West Liberty University,[Read More…]
Brooke County Students Graduate Mountaineer Challenge Academy
The Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy is pleased to announce Class 2-23 as the 61st class to complete this West Virginia National Guard Program. Commencement exercises were held Friday, December 15th at Camp Dawson in Kingwood. A total of 101 graduates from 30 counties across the State of West Virginia successfully completed[Read More…]
Follansbee Man Sentenced for Obstructing Tree of Life Trial
A Follansbee, WV man has been sentenced to prison for his attempt to intimidate and influence jurors and witnesses in the Pittsburgh Tree of Life trial.Hardy Carroll Lloyd, 45, of Follansbee, was sentenced to 78 months in prison.According to court documents and statements made in court, Lloyd threatened jurors and[Read More…]
Toys for Tots Donation
The International Senior Club in Weirton dropped off its donation for the Toys for Tots program prior to Christmas, ensuring many local children who are in need received a gift during the holidays.Club officers who collected toward the program included President Regina Truax, Trustee Gabriel Arlia, Secretary Rita Orler and[Read More…]