Despite a warm winter, the W.Va. syrup industry grows
A warm winter led to a decline in syrup production in West Virginia in 2021, though state Commissioner of Agriculture Kent Leonhardt said the...
WVU to fully reopen campuses for fall 2021 semester
West Virginia University plans to fully reopen its campuses this fall, according to school officials who attribute the decision to continued decreases in cases...
Justice announces more than $13 million for community projects
Gov. Jim Justice today awarded 19 grants worth $13,734,817 for parks, broadband, demolition, and water-sewer to communities in 14 counties across the state.
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Historic Sophia poised for growth, mayoral candidate says
Adjoining a newly completed expressway, Sophia in southern West Virginia has the potential to grow significantly over the next several decades, according to a...
Plant a part of W.Va. State University history with oak seedlings
The extension service at West Virginia State University is inviting West Virginians to plant a part of state history by planting oak tree seedlings...
West Liberty University students planting trees in Ohio County
Just in time for Earth Day, biology and ecology students at West Liberty University are planting trees in public spaces from Wheeling to West...
Home at site of abolitionist John Brown's hanging for sale
In the market for a new home? The Victorian mansion built on the site of abolitionist John Brown’s 1859 hanging in Charles Town is...
Hill Top House project in Harpers Ferry moving ahead
It’s been a long time coming, but there’s good news for fans of the renowned Hill Top House Hotel, the majestic destination in Harpers...
Governor launches "Ascend WV" remote-worker program
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice today announced the launch of the state's premier remote-work program, aimed at recruiting outdoor enthusiast professionals to the Mountain...
Forestry officials seek information on Coopers Rock forest fire
Officials with the West Virginia Division of Forestry are seeking information from the public regarding a wildfire that occurred in the Clay Run area...
WV Division of Forestry urges public to practice fire safety
Officials with the West Virginia Division of Forestry are reminding the public to be cautious throughout spring fire season and follow safe burning laws.
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WVU prepares for semester facing possible rise in covid
The spring 2021 semester at West Virginia University begins on January 19, and WVU officials are urging students and employees to exercise extreme caution.
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