FAIRMONT – For a lot of public school districts, it’s never too early to talk about an education levy. However, it can sometimes be too late. Which is why Scott […]
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Cold weather safety: WVU Extension experts offer tips for plummeting temps
WVU Today The past several days have generated some negative reactions – as in, below-zero temperatures in the wake of an arctic blast overtaking much of the country. With parts […]
WVU Extension Fire Service trains first responders on electric vehicle safety
The West Virginia University Extension Fire Service is bringing crucial training to first responders in the region with the Hybrid Electric Vehicle Training Educator (HEVTE). The HEVTE is a heavily […]
What’s the No. 1 rule of swimming in pools?
It’s the time of year to swim and splash around in bodies of water and dive into pools. Of course, Monongalia County Health Department has a few things to say […]
Better to arrive late than never
As some of you know, we keep a scanner in the newsroom that allows us to monitor emergency calls. As the day wears on, we hear everything from loitering to […]
Privacy vs. safe streets a hard choice
I had a tough argument with a friend who was incensed that our local police had placed traffic cameras at major intersections. He felt that the authorities were running surveillance […]
Stuart hoping governor signs HB 2310
CHARLESTON — Kanawha County Sen. Mike Stuart says he hopes Gov. Jim Justice looks favorably on a bill that includes a proposal to change required vehicle safety inspections in West […]
UPD warns about burglary
WVU TODAY West Virginia University Police reminds members of the campus and the surrounding community to be vigilant and lock their doors after a burglary was reported earlier this week […]
Schools evaluate safety procedures
BY DAVE WILSON When news broke that a potential school shooting in Jackson County had been averted by the quick-thinking of a student, bus driver and other staff, school officials […]
April Pools Day event to offer tips on summer safety and how to not be a ‘pool fool’
Summer is right around the corner. Thoughts of icy road conditions and snowfall totals are slowly being replaced with sunny days by the swimming pool and outdoor adventures. With the […]
