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Oh, the Places Broadband Won’t Go Under West Virginia Expansion Plan
Last week, Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced that the state had finalized its $1.2 billion plan to bring high-speed broadband to homes and businesses in the state. “We are excited about the opportunity to bring broadband to every corner of our state...
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Morrisey tells WVU Board of Governors that state must win ‘economic Backyard Brawl’
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Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia
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Woodburn Hall on the West Virginia University campus, is shown April, 24, 2015, in Morgantown, W.Va. (AP Photo/Raymond Thompson, File) MORGANTOWN — On Saturday, the West Virginia University Mountaineers did their part by winning the Backyard Brawl...
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These coal plants lose money. Other states have walked away, but not West Virginia
Inflation has driven up the cost of many basic necessities: food, housing and energy. What Appalachian Power’s 1.1 million customers may not have known is that for years, they’ve been paying an extra cost on their monthly bills. Not for more...
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West Virginia creates special access roads for hunters with disabilities
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia officials are reminding hunters with disabilities that special access roads in national forests and state-owned wildlife management areas are open specifically to them. Advertisement Brett McMillion, director of...
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Stark County man posts bond on West Virginia charges
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Morning Journal - Ohio
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NEW CUMBERAND — A Stark County man had a better reason then most for missing a court appearance Thursday morning. Court authorities were somewhat perplexed about the absence of Van Keith Jones, originally scheduled for a hearing at 9 p.m....
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Pittsburgh vs West Virginia Prediction, Picks & Odds for September 13 — College Football Week 3
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Photo By - Imagn Images. Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Eli Holstein during warm-ups. How do you handle regret? Do you stew over one mistake for nearly two decades? Do you sip your whiskey thinking about what might have been? In his first stint...
West Virginia Paranormal Trail returns with new stops, new prizes
WESTON, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia Department of Tourism has announced the return of the statewide Paranormal Trail, which is designed to showcase the state’s most haunted locations. A digital passport will allow visitors of each location to...
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As RFK Jr. blows up public health, some states are rushing to save it
In the Northeast, nine states have joined to save common-sense safeguards against infectious disease with vaccines. On the West Coast, California, Oregon and Washington have created a similar compact, sharing resources and surveillance. Maryland...
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Charleston forum tackles West Virginia's labor force challenges, economic future
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WCHS - West Virginia
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The future of the West Virginia economy was the topic of discussion at the University of Charleston on Wednesday, drawing business owners, community members and many more. "Right now we have a high job openings rate, and...
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U.S. Spending Bill to Grant $40 Billion in Fossil Fuel Subsidies
A report finds that the Republican spending bill will grant $40 billion in new subsidies to the oil and gas industry over the next decade. The Trump administration has already added nearly $40 billion in new federal subsidies for oil, gas, and...
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“Where is FEMA?”: The aftermath of West Virginia floods
This story was originally published in the Old Gold and Black on September 4, 2025. On Saturday, June 14, Ohio County in the West Virginia Northern Panhandle experienced devastating floods. The rain fell quickly, with 4 inches of rain accumulating...
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West Virginia University Research Corp. Transitioning Over 500 Employees to Direct University Employment
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The Intelligencer - West Virginia
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DR. CLAY MARSH MORGANTOWN — More than 500 employees of the West Virginia University Research Corp. will transition to direct university employment, effective Oct. 31. A Workers’ Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) notice included on...
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Here's what artificial intelligence says about the future of West Virginia
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — We asked artificial intelligence to plot a roadmap for the future of West Virginia. How can residents prosper? How can the maximum number of West Virginians lead rewarding lives? Advertisement Here's what AI had to say....
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The Future of US Carbon Capture Under the Big Beautiful Bill
Carbon capture is gaining momentum in the US as expanded tax credits and new legislation improve project economics and attract investment. A growing pipeline of projects and early industry partnerships signal potential for scale. Still, questions...
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Fourth Annual North Central West Virginia Girls in Aviation Day Set for Sept. 20
The free community event is hosted by the Mountain State Chapter of WAI and local aerospace industry partners, and encourages participation in aviation activities and STEM. Designed to get young girls interested in the aviation industry, Girls in...
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Louisiana puts high price on getting driver’s license back after losing insurance
More than 80% of the fines Louisiana collects from drivers come from when they have to reinstate their licenses for lapsed auto insurance coverage, according to a new analysis that suggests state lawmakers might want to reduce those penalties. The...
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Federal COSSUP grant money totaling $1.3M going toward eight projects in West Virginia
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WCHS - West Virginia
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — State leaders announced $1.3 million in Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant and Substance Use Site-Based Program grant money to assist those in recovery. A news release from Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s office outlined eight...
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West Virginia University Research Corporation lays off 500+ employees in restructuring effort, workers to transition to WVU employment
MORGANTOWN, W.Va . (WVVA) - The West Virginia University Research Corporation (WVURC) has filed a WARN Notice for a mass layoff of more than 500 employees. According to the notice, effective October 30, 507 employees will be permanently laid off...
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West Virginia University Research Corporation lays off 500+ employees in restructuring effort, workers to transition to WVU employment
MORGANTOWN, W.Va . (WVVA) - The West Virginia University Research Corporation (WVURC) has filed a WARN Notice for a mass layoff of more than 500 employees. According to the notice, effective October 30, 507 employees will be permanently laid off...
Owner: Gray Television Inc.
The West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program Reminds Drivers: Slow Down and Obey the Speed Limit
The West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) reminds drivers to slow down and obey the speed limit ahead of a statewide high visibility enforcement (HVE) period that will begin with a kickoff enforcement event from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m....