Lifestyle
Habitat for Humanity Coordinator Recognized for Home Education and Community Empowerment
Janie Hamilton leads comprehensive program to equip first-time homeowners in Charleston, WV for lifelong success.
University of Charleston Holds Annual 'Give for Gold Day' Donation Drive
Fundraiser allows donors to support specific programs and initiatives at the university
Museum Honoring Longtime UMWA President Cecil Roberts to Open in Charleston
The Cecil E. Roberts Museum will house gifts and artifacts collected by the longtime union leader.
Sports
West Virginia Approves Girls' Wrestling as Preliminary Sanctioned Sport
New state championship to be established starting in 2026-2027 school year
South Charleston Unveils New Esports Gaming Room
The community center's new facility aims to tap into growing popularity of competitive video gaming.
Elkins Tigers and Charleston Catholic Irish Face Off in Basketball Showdown
The two teams look to continue their recent scoring surges in the matchup.
Business
West Virginia Celebrates Agriculture Day at State Capitol
Local food producers connect with lawmakers during legislative session
WorkForce West Virginia Announces Upcoming Virtual Job Fair
The statewide event will take place on March 4, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
PSC receives application for 1,200 MW combined cycle gas plant at Fort Martin
Monongahela Power and Potomac Edison seek approval for $2.84 billion facility and three solar projects
Politics
West Virginia National Guard Members Receive Purple Hearts
Governor Morrisey and Senators Justice and Capito release statements on the awards.
West Virginia House Passes Domestic Violence Registry Bill
Legislation aims to prevent future incidents and protect victims
West Virginia Lawmakers Pressured to Address McDowell County Water Crisis
Advocates demand emergency funding for infrastructure as legislative session nears end
Health
West Virginia Risks Losing $199M Rural Health Program Over Funding Delay
State's Department of Health warns legislative delay threatens critical rural healthcare improvements and future federal funding.
West Virginia Appoints Leaders for Rural Health Transformation Program
Carrie Jeffries and Dr. Soumya Prasad to head new state initiative
West Virginia Healthcare Facilities Reduce Patient Safety Risks
CDC report shows significant declines in healthcare-associated infections across the state.
