Prescribed Burns Planned This Fall at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
GLEN JEAN, W.Va. — New River Gorge National Park and Preserve will conduct two prescribed burns this fall as part of an ongoing effort to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risk in surrounding communities. Park officials say the controlled burns help remove invasive species, promote native vegetation, and protect natural resources, watersheds and nearby […]
West Virginia Revenues Beat September Estimates, FY Totals Remain Ahead of Projections
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s General Revenue Fund continued to outperform expectations in September, bringing in $570 million for the month — $16 million above estimate, or 2.9%. Through the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027, total collections have reached $1.41 billion, exceeding projections by $62 million, or 4.6%. Year‑to‑date revenue is also $38 million […]
Federal Grant to Modernize WIC Clinics Will Bring Needle‑Free Screening to Families Statewide
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) clinics will soon offer faster, gentler health screenings thanks to a $195,825 federal infrastructure grant from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service. The funding will allow the West Virginia Department of Health’s Office of Nutrition Services to introduce needle‑free hemoglobin screening devices across all 55 […]
Morrisey Marks 100 Years of WV Hospital Association, Touts Investments in Rural Health
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey joined hospital leaders Monday to celebrate the West Virginia Hospital Association’s 100th anniversary, using the milestone to highlight ongoing efforts to strengthen rural healthcare, expand the state’s medical workforce, and improve health outcomes for residents. Morrisey praised hospitals as central to West Virginia’s communities and economy, noting they care […]
Survey Data Shows Rising Hostility Toward Public Officials as WV Candidates Navigate Tense Campaign Climate
Candidates across West Virginia are campaigning in what experts describe as an increasingly hostile political environment, reflecting a national trend of rising threats and intimidation aimed at public officials. A recent Princeton University survey found more than half of elected officials nationwide have already faced at least one form of hostility this year. Separate research […]
Governor Morrisey Announces $19.725 Million in Major Upgrades Across West Virginia State Parks and Forests
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced approximately $19.725 million in investments to modernize, repair, and expand facilities across West Virginia’s state parks, forests, and outdoor recreation areas. Watch the Governor’s announcement here. “West Virginia’s tourism industry is reaching new heights, and our state parks and forests are a big part of that success,” said Governor […]
WVU School of Nursing to Expand LPN‑to‑BSN Program to Beckley Campus at WVU Tech
BECKLEY, W.Va. — The West Virginia University School of Nursing is expanding its highly regarded Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN to BSN) program to the Beckley Campus at WVU Tech, opening new doors for working LPNs across southern West Virginia. Dean Dr. Tara Hulsey says a recent feasibility study showed […]
Former Fayette Principal Accused of theft in Raleigh County
BECKLEY, W.Va. — Former Oak Hill Middle School principal Chad Quesenberry is facing a new round of criminal charges in Raleigh County after investigators say he took money from customers while working as an equipment salesman and altered transaction records to hide the missing funds. According to a criminal complaint filed in Raleigh County Magistrate […]
Wyoming County Board of Education Schedules Emergency Meeting to Appoint Interim Superintendent
WYOMING COUNTY, W.Va. — The Wyoming County Board of Education has scheduled an emergency meeting for Thursday, October 1, to appoint an interim superintendent following the resignation of Superintendent John Henry. A meeting notice dated September 28 states the board will convene at 1 p.m. at the Wyoming County Schools Central Office in Pineville. The […]
Twin Falls State Park Set for Major Upgrades Under New $2 Million Investment
MULLENS, W.Va. — Twin Falls Resort State Park is set to receive a significant boost as Governor Patrick Morrisey announces a $2 million investment aimed at modernizing facilities and improving the guest experience in Wyoming County. The funding will support a series of upgrades across the park, including new mattresses, interior improvements to cabins, and […]