Lifestyle
West Virginia Vendors Hold Annual Winter Blues Farmers Market
Over 130 local vendors participate in the 17th annual event, providing a midwinter boost for farmers and small businesses.
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
Health
West Virginia Governor Signs Rural Healthcare Bill, Urges Quick Passage of Funding
Morrisey calls on legislature to authorize $199 million in federal funds to launch state's Rural Health Transformation Program
West Virginia Enacts Comprehensive Wellness Initiative to Combat Obesity
The Make West Virginia Healthy Act establishes new programs and services to address diet-related chronic diseases
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.
Business
Pence Law Firm Welcomes Environmental Attorney Marc C. Bryson
Veteran lawyer joins Charleston firm to bolster environmental and regulatory practice
West Virginia Announces Competitive Bids for Oil and Gas Lease
The state's Division of Natural Resources is accepting bids for the right to lease and produce resources along the Ohio River.
West Virginia Lands $4 Billion Private Data Center Investment
Governor Morrisey announces major project to transform Berkeley County into 'High Impact Intelligence Center'
Crime
West Virginia House Passes Bill Targeting 'Drug-Related Nuisance' Properties
The legislation gives local governments more tools to address repeated drug activity and absentee landlords.
Deputies Continue Search for Cross Lanes Man Missing for 10 Years
Marshall 'Andy' Priestly disappeared in 2016, and his home was later destroyed by fire.
West Virginia Sues Apple Over iCloud Child Porn Allegations
Attorney General claims Apple failed to implement industry-standard detection tools to protect children
Politics
West Virginia Machine Gun Bill Halted After Senate President Blocks Vote
Supporters claim the bill followed appropriate legislative processes and could still be introduced as an amendment to other bills.
West Virginia Legislature Sends Final Budget to Governor's Desk
Budget includes funding for HOPE Scholarship and increases for water, flood resiliency, and higher education
West Virginia Lawmakers Tackle Child Welfare, NCAA Rules, and Elections
With two weeks left in the legislative session, state lawmakers face a packed agenda in Charleston.
