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Doctor urges West Virginia to use opioid settlement funds for new state hospital

Health and Medicine David Sibray - December 30, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A West Virginia physician and former law-enforcement officer is urging state leaders to invest in a chronic care hospital aimed at...

W.Va. a top state for inbound moves as Americans seek affordability, outdoor living

Economic Development Clyde Craig - December 29, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia is emerging as one of the nation’s top destinations for inbound moves, according to new data from United Van...

Charleston, West Virginia, celebrates record-breaking year in tourism

Travel / Transportation David Sibray - December 29, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia's reputation as a destination for sports tourism was on full display in Charleston in...

These five sports are rapidly growing in West Virginia communities

Travel / Transportation Clyde Craig - December 27, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Sports in West Virginia will always include Friday-night football, high school basketball, and hunting and fishing,...

How to keep poinsettias healthy through the holidays—and for years to come

Agriculture Bianca Bosworth - December 23, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — With their vivid colors and deep holiday roots, poinsettias remain one of the most recognizable plants...

West Virginia Tourism wins gold Adrian award for ‘Screen-Free Summer’ campaign

Travel / Transportation David Sibray - December 22, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Tourism has earned international recognition for its consumer branding efforts, receiving...

WVU to host 4-H code camp for middle and high school at Jackson’s Mill

Higher Education Clyde Craig - December 21, 2025

WESTON, W.Va. — Middle and high school students from across West Virginia will get a hands-on look at the...

WVU reports 10-year high in applications as graduation, retention rates climb

Higher Education David Sibray - December 19, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University is seeing its most substantial application numbers in a decade, alongside steady gains...

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