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Energy Secretary Wright Visits NETL, Says West Virginia Has a Bright Energy Future
Huntington News - West Virginia
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June 27, 2025
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright made a stop at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) on Wednesday, continuing his nationwide tour of all 17 Department of Energy labs. During his visit, he emphasized the critical role West Virginia...
The Perfect West Virginia Weekend Trip Itinerary
Jerry Ratcliffe - Virginia
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June 26, 2025
There are not many states that cram as much adrenaline-pumping action into a small space as West Virginia. With its rumbling whitewater and legendary college arenas, the Mountain State is just like game day for its fans. Before hitting the road,...
West Virginia tourism, economic development focus of first day of legislative interims at Stonewall Resort
Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia
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June legislative interim meetings began Sunday at Stonewall Resort in Lewis County. (Photo courtesy of Stonewall Resort) CHARLESTON — Lawmakers are spending the next three days in Central and North Central West Virginia for June legislative...
Drowning victim was university technology leader
The Dominion Post - West Virginia
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July 3, 2025
FAIRMONT — The woman who apparently drowned last week in the Tygart Valley River near Colfax played an instrumental role in West Virginia University’s technology infrastructure. Erin Weikle Bunner, 48, a WVU information technology administrator,...
HSTA kicks off science institute at Marshall University this weekend
Huntington Times - West Virginia
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July 3, 2025
Brad D. Smith, President | Marshall UniversityBrad D. Smith, President | Marshall University The Health Science Technology Academy (HSTA) is set to commence its Fun with Science Institute at Marshall University this weekend. The program, designed...
Senator Vince Deeds announces re-election bid for West Virginia’s 10th District
Lootpress - West Virginia
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June 26, 2025
RENICK, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Senator Vince Deeds has announced his intention to seek re-election to the West Virginia State Senate representing the 10th District in the 2026 election. According to the West Virginia Secretary of State’s website, Deeds...
West Virginia has been working to refine economic development strategy, official tells lawmakers
MetroNews - West Virginia
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June 22, 2025
An economic development official told lawmakers that the Morrisey administration is trying for a high success rate, rather than swinging at every pitch. Lawmakers, in turn, wanted to know about timely approvals for investments and the need for...
Marshall names director for new library science school
Huntington Times - West Virginia
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July 3, 2025
Brad D. Smith, President | Marshall UniversityBrad D. Smith, President | Marshall University Marshall University has appointed Dr. Anne Marie Casey as the inaugural director of its newly established School of Library Science. Dr. Casey, who...
West Virginia, Baltimore, Tulsa: 7 U.S. states, cities and towns that will pay you to move there
CNBC
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June 22, 2025
Whether you're making a move to escape the high costs of a big city or just wanting a fresh start in a new place — why not get paid? There are many states, cities and towns across the United States that offer financial incentives to move there....
Streams Were Dying in West Virginia. Here’s How They’re Coming Back.
The New York Times
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June 25, 2025
Abandoned coal mines had left waterways acidic and rusty orange. Local residents are cleaning them up, and recovering rare earths in the process. By Mira Rojanasakul Mira Rojanasakul revisited her home state of West Virginia to report on its...
Former West Virginia lawmaker pleads guilty to indecent exposure
Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia
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Michael Maroney (Photo Provided) MOUNDSVILLE — Former West Virginia Sen. Michael Maroney pleaded guilty Wednesday to an indecent exposure charge from an August incident in Glen Dale. Maroney, appearing with his attorney Martin Sheehan, entered the...
US energy secretary tours power plant in West Virginia
WTAE 4 Pittsburgh - Pennsylvania
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June 26, 2025
THE COUNTRY, AND HOW THEY’RE WORKING TO EXPAND THE ENERGY GRID. PITTSBURGH’S ACTION NEWS FOUR JOINED UNITED STATES SECRETARY OF ENERGY CHRIS WRIGHT ON AN EXCLUSIVE TOUR OF THE LONGVIEW POWER PLANT IN MAIDSVILLE, WEST VIRGINIA, ONE OF SEVERAL STOPS...
Playtech launches in West Virginia
Gambling Insider
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The launch marks the fourth iGaming state Playtech has entered. By Beth Turner Playtech has announced its fourth iGaming state launch in the US, having officially entered the West Virginia market. Rush Street Interactive, DraftKings, BetMGM and...
GOP Medicaid cuts threaten to devastate key lifeline in West Virginia
The Exponent Telegram - West Virginia
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ROMNEY, W.Va. - Hampshire Memorial Hospital is nestled deep in the Appalachian Mountains, past more than 20 miles of winding mountain roads dotted with lush trees and ridges. It is the only hospital for a county that spans 645 square miles and,...
Agilitas Energy Expands into Hydropower with Projects in West Virginia and Maryland
Renewable Energy Magazine
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Together, the 30-megawatt (MW) Tygart Hydropower Project in Grafton, West Virginia, and the 14 MW Jennings Randolph Hydropower Project in Garrett County, Maryland represent Agilitas Energy’s first-ever hydropower assets, the company’s first entry...
West Virginia hits a milestone
The Herald Star - Ohio
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It was 162 years ago today when the nation first learned that “Mountaineers are Always Free.” Since then, West Virginians have worked hard to make their mark on bettering themselves and their beloved Mountain State but also this great land in...
Morrisey: West Virginia National Guard Personnel Safe After Iran Bombing
The Intelligencer - West Virginia
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A U.S. Air Force and Qatari Armed Forces service member collaborate to solve a framework issue during a cyber security training at Exercise Eagle Resolve 2025 (ER25) within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility on Jan. 13. (Photo...
Morrisey: West Virginia National Guard personnel in Qatar safe after Iran bombing
Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia
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In this Jan. 13 photo, U.S. Air Force and Qatari Armed Forces service member collaborate to solve a framework issue during a cyber security training at Exercise Eagle Resolve 2025 (ER25) within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility....
West Virginia University adopts $1.29B budget for 2026
Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia
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FILE - Woodburn Hall on the West Virginia University campus, is shown April, 24, 2015, in Morgantown, W.Va. (AP Photo/Raymond Thompson, File) MORGANTOWN — The West Virginia University Board of Governors has adopted a $1.29 billion spending plan...
Poison ivy in West Virginia: How to identify and safely eliminate it
West Virginia Explorer
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June 22, 2025
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Poison ivy is more than just a notorious plant and a source of good stories in West Virginia. It’s a leading cause of itchy, blistering rashes for hikers, gardeners, and outdoor workers. Advertisement As the warm months usher...