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Mercer County reports 1,220 early ballots on first day of voting
10/24/2025
Courthouses and other locations in Mercer, Raleigh, Fayette and other counties across southern West Virginia were busy Wednesday as registered voters lined up to make their choices for the next president and other elected officials before Election Day....read more

Search underway for new county commissioner
12/26/2024
Last week, Putnam County Commissioner Steve Deweese entered a plea agreement. He was accused of misusing $4,000 during his eight years as a county sheriff....read more

West Virginia State Parks launches online merchandise store
12/26/2024
West Virginia State Parks has launched an online merchandise store, offering apparel, gear, gift cards and other souvenirs highlighting the majesty of Almost Heaven....read more

Flags Lowered to Honor Former West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Darrell Vivian McGraw Jr
12/16/2024
Governor Jim Justice has directed that all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Wyoming County be flown at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Tuesday, December 17, 2024....read more

Cabell County 911 to integrate 2 million system upgrades this month
12/14/2024
Upgrading the center's radio system and the Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system is something Director Nazim Abbess said he knew was needed when he started in 2022. However, he never imagined both projects coming to fruition at the same time....read more

Here are the top 10 counties to raise a family in West Virginia
12/12/2024
Raising a family in today’s economy and social climate can be challenging. Families must prioritize community, affordability, and quality of life, making it crucial to find the best place to raise children....read more

WV First Foundation commits $20M to Appalachian recovery project, though details scarce
12/10/2024
The money being allocated is separate from the $19.2M being awarded by the private nonprofit to local organizations for this year’s grant cycle...read more

West Virginia PEIA finance board approves 2026 plan with premium hikes and retiree support after public hearings
12/06/2024
The Public Employees Insurance Agency’s finance board adopted its 2026 fiscal year plan on Thursday – including a much-disputed hike to premiums and other costs for current members....read more

Insurance cost bump for public employees soon moves to question for legislature and new governor
11/20/2024
With one public hearing remaining about increased insurance costs for government workers and retirees, the matter is about to roll into the political arena...read more

Marshall County provides over $500,000 to Benwood to finish sewer project
11/19/2024
Marshall County commissioners approved a bid for the concrete project at 12th Street Garage and money for an infrastructure project in Benwood during their meeting Tuesday morning. ...read more

National Weather Service issues Winter Storm Watch for state’s highest elevations
11/19/2024
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for West Virginia’s mountain counties beginning Thursday with ...read more

PEIA board resumes hearings regarding premium increases
11/17/2024
​The Public Employees Insurance Agency Board continues its hearings Monday evening regarding the hefty premium increases and additional out of pocket costs for next fiscal year....read more

West Virginia could have 4 governors in 10 days this January
11/15/2024
West Virginia could see a rare series of leadership changes in January, when four different individuals could serve as the state’s governor during a 10-day span....read more

Preston County (West Virginia) Commission oversees vote canvassing
11/12/2024
Preston County commissioners dealt with a light agenda in preparation for the vote canvassing of the 2024 November General Election....read more

Harrison County Commission (West Virginia) to consider agreement with opioid settlement fund recipients
11/11/2024
Harrison County commissioners will meet for election canvassing Tuesday before holding their regular weekly meeting....read more

'The thrill of a lifetime.' Pride of West Virginia to march in Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
11/08/2024
The Pride of West Virginia Mountaineer Marching Band is set to perform in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for the first time since 2016. ...read more

Wetzel County town declares state of emergency, conserve water order
11/01/2024
After more than four months in a drought, the town of Pine Grove, West Virginia is simply running out of water....read more

Preston County (West Virginia) Sheriff’s Association solicits donations for Christmas charity
10/30/2024
The Preston County Deputy Sheriff’s Association is soliciting donations from businesses and the community to bolster their funds for their annual Shop With a Deputy Christmas Program....read more

Opinion West Virginia elections are the best run in America
10/25/2024
By Diana Cromley, president of WVACo, the WV Association of Counties...read more

Here’s who is running in the 2024 West Virginia general election
10/16/2024
The 2024 general election is on Nov. 5, and West Virginians will be voting for who they want to be our president, governor, senator, house representative, secretary of state and more....read more

Harrison County (West Virginia) commissioners, sheriff consider alternate ATV recreation trails amid incoming enforcement o
10/15/2024
With enforcement of the Harrison County rail trail vehicle ban, which was implemented in March, set to begin soon, county officials are considering the potential benefits of establishing a trail specifically for ATVs....read more

Clerks report brisk day both online and in-person on final day to register to vote for Nov. 5 election
10/15/2024
PRINCETON, W.Va. — Mercer County Clerk Verlin Moye says his office was busy Tuesday on the final day to register to vote for the Nov. 5 General Election....read more

Portion of world’s longest pink scarf honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month at CAMC Cancer Center
10/14/2024
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A West Virginia native who lost her battle with breast cancer 14 years ago is passing on her legacy of hope through a pink scarf....read more

WV National Guard deploys to Florida for Hurricane Milton response
10/09/2024
About 40 members of the West Virginia National Guard will go to Florida to assist with response to Hurricane Milton, according to a news release from Gov. Jim Justice. ...read more

W.Va. Department of Agriculture combats spotted lanternfly infestation in Wood County
09/25/2024
The invasive spotted lanternfly was first discovered in West Virginia in 2019. As of this month, it’s spread to Wood County....read more

Upshur County (West Virginia) Commission hears update on Curry Campground project
09/19/2024
The Upshur County Commission heard an update regarding the James W. Curry Campground improvement project design and cost estimate for upgrades by Todd Schoolcraft of E.L. Robinson Engineering Company, during its Thursday meeting....read more

Burn ban issued for Mason County, West Virginia
09/19/2024
MASON COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – The Mason County Commission has issued a burn ban for the county amid the ongoing drought....read more

Wood County Commission hears presentation on river lock boat access
09/19/2024
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Wood County Commission is considering developing a piece of property that could provide some recreational opportunities on the Ohio River....read more

Marshall County Celebrates $6.7 Million Courthouse Renovation
09/18/2024
After 50 years without major updates, the Marshall County Courthouse received some serious improvements after the completion of $6.7 million worth of upgrades....read more

Nicholas County Commission delcares State of Emergency for water conservation, drought
09/16/2024
NICHOLAS COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – The Nicholas County Commission has declared a State of Emergency for water conservation amid the ongoing drought conditions. ...read more

First Foundation partners with WVU, Ascend WV for free office space in five WV cities and towns
09/12/2024
The West Virginia First Foundation has entered into a partnership with West Virginia University and Ascend West Virginia...read more

Harrison County (West Virginia) Commission approves preliminary rail trail bridge designs
09/11/2024
Harrison County commissioners on Wednesday approved preliminary designs for two bridges that will connect segments of the county’s rail trail system....read more

Justice schedules special session for tax cut for end of September
09/10/2024
As lawmakers gathered in Parkersburg for September legislative interim meetings Monday, Gov. Jim Justice made good on a promise last week to announce a special session on his personal income tax cut plan, laying down the gauntlet for lawmakers....read more

Winona Ryder says movie about West Virginia coal miners is ‘brilliant,’ one of her favorites
09/09/2024
While promoting her newest film, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” Winona Ryder said “Matewan,” a movie about the West Virginia coal miners filmed in the Mountain State, is one of her favorites....read more

West Virginia says Roane County ranks high in new business registrations
08/31/2024
Roane County was fifth among counties in West Virginia in new business registrations in August, the Office of the Secretary of State reported....read more

Part of West Virginia in ‘exceptional drought,’ new monitor says
08/29/2024
Drought conditions in West Virginia have gotten even worse since last week, according to the new drought monitor released Thursday....read more

Harrison County (West Virginia) Commission to consider land acquisition for regional farm complex
08/27/2024
Harrison County commissioners will consider acquiring a piece of property for the future construction of a Harrison County regional farm complex....read more

West Virginia counties receive federal funding to help purchase new voting equipment
08/22/2024
Three counties in southern West Virginia are receiving federal funding as part of the Help America Vote Act. The money will cover a portion of nearly one million dollars in election security grants given to 24 counties in the state....read more

West Virginia working with farmers to provide hay, water during worst drought in 25 years
08/08/2024
With the State Fair of West Virginia kicking off today, Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt is preparing to welcome the public and vendors....read more

On Tuesday, the commissioners approved a $100,960 contract with Motorola Solutions for several radios to be used by the Bro
07/11/2024
In West Virginia, is a low-slung building where researchers are extracting essential elements from an old coal mine that they hope will strengthen the nation's energy future....read more

Flight Plan Wood County Commission seeks demonstration of law enforcement drone tech
07/09/2024
commissioners on Monday to discuss the possibilities drones could bring to local law enforcement as he has been in contact with the BRINC company who produces drones....read more

Brooke Commission Focuses On Emergency Services
07/04/2024
Improving communication and operations for local emergency first responders has been an objective of the Brooke County Commission in recent months....read more

Battlefield Park coming to Berkeley County
07/02/2024
July 2 is 163 years since the battle of Hoke’s Run during the American Civil War....read more

Micrologic announces $20 million Randolph County fiber project
07/02/2024
Micrologic, an internet service provider based in Buckhannon, held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday for a broadband expansion project in Randolph County....read more

County commission donates $30000 to The Aracoma Story Inc
06/25/2024
The Logan County Commission voted Monday to give local theatrical production company The Aracoma Story, Inc. $30,000, funding which company officials say will go toward lighting upgrades and an upcoming reunion event....read more

County clerks hope to attract more early voters in Primary Election this week
05/08/2024
County clerks across West Virginia say voter turnout one week into the 10-day early voting period has been steady....read more

Spirit of Wood County Commissioners honor WVU Medicine Camden Clark CEO Altmiller
05/07/2024
The President and CEO of WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center was honored for his service to the community....read more

West Virginia officials hail economic potential of pipeline project as completion date nears
05/06/2024
With the Mountain Valley Pipeline inching ever closer to its expected completion date at the end of the month, stakeholders and proponents of the project are breathing a sigh of relief....read more

PSC approves siting certificate for planned gas-powered plant in Doddridge County
04/30/2024
The state Public Service Commission has granted a siting certificate for a planned $3.3 billion natural-gas turbine power plant in Doddridge County. ...read more

Ohio, Marshall Counties Earn Favorable Air Quality Grades
04/26/2024
The association released its 2024 State of the Air report Wednesday, where it analyzes and grades air quality for communities across the United States....read more

Harrison County Commissioners approve permission to complete survey as next step in Wolf Summit Energy power plant project
04/12/2024
This week, Harrison County commissioners gave Equitrans Midstream permission to survey county-owned land in order to provide an estimated cost for constructing a gas line......read more

Greenbrier County Commission remembers Blaine Phillips, tables budget approval
03/27/2024
The Greenbrier County Commission, on Tuesday, met for the first time since the passing of Commissioner Blaine Phillips, and began with a moment of silence in his honor. ...read more

Brooke officials open new judicial center
03/27/2024
Many attending the grand opening Tuesday of the Brooke County Judicial Center commented on the three-story building’s elegant wood trim and furnishings and its spacious courtrooms, offices and meeting rooms....read more

Retired trooper named interim Monroe County sheriff
03/19/2024
The commission unanimously chose Michael Miller as interim sheriff. Miller is a retired state police trooper and the former head of security at The Greenbrier Resort....read more

Monongalia County Commission approves pedestrian and vehicle safety ordinance
10/25/2023
The Monongalia County Commission passed a pedestrian and vehicle safety ordinance Wednesday....read more

Trio of haunted attractions offers plenty of scares at Maniac Mountain in Upshur County
10/22/2023
Maniac Mountain is a different type of scary attraction for Halloween buffs with three separate attractions on the same site....read more

West Virginia Governor Appoints 5 to Board Overseeing Opioid Fund Distribution
08/28/2023
Jefferson County Prosecutor Matt Harvey and Raleigh County Commissioner Greg Duckworth are 2 of the 5 appointed to the board by Governor Justice....read more

Raleigh County Memorial Airport sees progress on new expansion project to recruit aerospace industry workers
08/22/2023
The Raleigh County Memorial Airport is celebrating progress on a 105-acre expansion project....read more

Mercer County Commissioner fills new role at National Association of Counties
08/08/2023
Mercer County Commissioner, Greg Puckett, has announced he will be filling a new capacity in an organization that unites counties across the U.S. ...read more

Raynes to become Putnam County prosecutor
08/08/2023
Assistant Putnam County Prosecutor Kris Raynes will become Putnam County’s next prosecuting attorney on August 31st....read more

Harrison County (West Virginia) commissioners distribute aproximately $240,000 between 16 county fire departments
04/24/2023
Just shy of $240,000 was distributed by Harrison County commissioners among 16 local fire departments, with each department receiving $14,860.01....read more

Burn Bans Implemented in Jackson and Kanawha Counties Amid Drought Conditions

Due to the ongoing dry weather and heightened fire risks, outdoor burn bans have been implemented in both Jackson and Kanawha counties in West Virginia. These measures are aimed at preventing potential forest fires as drought conditions persist....read more