As the national inflation rate rose a historic 9.1% over the past 12 months, West Virginia’s senators said they’re steamed. “For more than a year, leaders in Washington have ignored […]
Local Government
A look at House of Delegates campaign finance reports for Preston, Marion and Taylor counties
MORGANTOWN — Candidates for new House of Delegates seats representing Preston, Marion and Taylor counties are looking ahead to November’s general election. Meanwhile, here is a look at their campaign […]
AG contends old abortion law is valid
West Virginia’s attorney general argues in new court filings that the state’s felony abortion law that sprung back after being inactive for a half century should be considered in effect. […]
Latest COVID surge, hospital capacity, special session on taxes dominate governor’s briefing
MORGANTOWN — The ability of hospitals across the state to handle the latest COVID surge is significantly reduced, said Joint Interagency Task Force Director Gen. James Hoyer during Tuesday’s briefing […]
Mon Commission receives $21 million EMS levy proposal
MORGANTOWN — Mon EMS is asking the Monongalia County Commission to place a four-year levy worth just over $21 million before the county’s voters in November. Executive Director Forest Weyen […]
Justice says possible special session on abortion law will take some time — in talks with attorney general and legislative leaders
MORGANTOWN — Gov. Jim Justice fielded a couple questions on state abortion law Tuesday in light of the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood […]
Settlement paid to former Westover employee who signed letter calling for officer’s removal
The city of Westover paid a settlement to Christine Riley, a former administrative assistant with the Westover Police Department who said her position was eliminated after she added her name […]
Preston commission applies for security upgrades
KINGWOOD — If the Preston County Commission receives the almost $21,000 it’s asking for, visitors to the courthouse will have a very different view. Commissioners unanimously approved the courthouse security […]
University Town Centre economic district sees 60% jump in revenue
MORGANTOWN — The University Town Centre Economic Opportunity Development District, which includes the WestRidge developments and a portion of the University Town Centre, generated $9,496,374.62 in taxes on $158,272,910 in sales […]
Transportation secretary cites challenges of supply chain, equipment and personnel
Transportation Secretary Jimmy Wriston expects a great summer of West Virginia roadwork, but he told legislators that supply chain issues, shortages of some equipment and personnel challenges will increase the […]
