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West Virginia EMS for Children Program Hosts Second Annual Pediatric Symposium at Summit Bechtel Reserve

West Virginia EMS for Children Program Hosts Second Annual Pediatric Symposium at Summit Bechtel Reserve

The West Virginia Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for Children Program hosted the Second Annual Pediatric Symposium at the Summit Bechtel Reserve October 5 through October 8, 2025. The program is housed within the West Virginia Department of...

Owner:  American Government
Matthew L. Harvey Takes Oath as United States Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia

Matthew L. Harvey Takes Oath as United States Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia

MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – Matthew L. Harvey was sworn in to become the United States Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia. Harvey was nominated by President Trump on June 30, 2025, and confirmed by the U.S. Senate on October 7,...

Owner:  American Government
West Virginia Department of Human Services Reports Decline in Child Protective Services Vacancies and Turnover

West Virginia Department of Human Services Reports Decline in Child Protective Services Vacancies and Turnover

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is reporting significant progress in stabilizing the state’s child welfare workforce, with vacancy and turnover rates for Child Protective Services (CPS) and Youth Services (YS) showing notable...

Owner:  American Government
Op-Ed: Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs: Leaders in Small Business Development and Economic Growth in WV

Op-Ed: Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs: Leaders in Small Business Development and Economic Growth in WV

October marks National Women in Small Business Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions of women entrepreneurs across the country. From Main Street to Silicon Valley, women-owned businesses are driving innovation,...

Owner:  American Government
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West Virginia, UCF jousting for first Big 12 victory

West Virginia, UCF jousting for first Big 12 victory

The start of Big 12 play has not gone well for West Virginia and UCF. The Mountaineers and Knights join hapless Oklahoma State as the only schools off to an 0-3 start in conference action. On the plus side, somebody will earn their first Big 12...

Owner:  Cumulus Media
Political nonprofit backed by Gov. Morrisey’s inaugural funds runs ads praising his leadership

Political nonprofit backed by Gov. Morrisey’s inaugural funds runs ads praising his leadership

Following his inauguration, Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s inaugural committee donated most of the leftover money it had collected to a nonprofit organization, which has been buying up Facebook ads to promote his initiatives. Last month, West Virginia...

Owner:  Mountain State Spotlight (Non-Profit)
Three West Virginia resorts ranked among best in U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler

Three West Virginia resorts ranked among best in U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Top travel destinations in West Virginia are once again receiving national recognition, with three of the state’s premier resorts named to Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Advertisement The Greenbrier,...

Owner:  David Sibray
Somerset County Mobile Food Bank to receive $15,000 grant 

Somerset County Mobile Food Bank to receive $15,000 grant 

The FirstEnergy Foundation is supporting local communities as part of its Hunger Action Month initiative – awarding $750,000 in grants to 37 Pennsylvania food banks and pantries. Somerset County Mobile Food Bank will receive $15,000. In total, the...

Owner:  Gannett Co. Inc.

Here to Help: Volunteers bring books to West Virginia kids who are far from libraries

ELISSA NADWORNY, HOST: Books aren't always available for children everywhere in the U.S. One group in West Virginia wants to change that for preschoolers. As part of our series, Here to Help, West Virginia Public Broadcasting's Chris Schulz...

Owner:  University Radio Foundation & American Government
‘We’re going to win West Virginia’

‘We’re going to win West Virginia’

WVU enrollment and the Association of American Universities (AAU) were at the forefront of University President Michael Benson’s first State of the University address before a Faculty Senate meeting Monday. He highlighted his ongoing “Welcome Home...

Owner:  West Virginia University
Ex-Speaker Madigan reports to West Virginia prison to begin 7.5-year sentence

Ex-Speaker Madigan reports to West Virginia prison to begin 7.5-year sentence

CHICAGO — Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan reported to a West Virginia federal prison on Monday to begin his 7 ½-year sentence for public corruption — nearly 600 miles away from his native Chicago and the state he spent decades...

Owner:  Shaw Family
Can Virginia reclaim its #1 business ranking? Gubernatorial hopefuls Spanberger and Sears offer competing idea
Southern West Virginia economy grows in leaps and bounds for Bridge Day

Southern West Virginia economy grows in leaps and bounds for Bridge Day

Fayette County, WV (WOAY)-This weekend, thousands will flock to Fayette County for Bridge Day, West Virginia’s largest one-day festival, which brings a major boost to the local economy. Newswatch reporter Caleb Pearl shows us how Bridge Day fuels...

Owner:  Thomas & DiBartolomeo Families
Madigan reports to West Virginia prison

Madigan reports to West Virginia prison

Good morning, Chicago. ✶ 🔎 Below: Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, once one of the most powerful politicians in the state, surrendered Monday to a minimum-security federal prison camp in West Virginia. 🗞️ Plus: A Skokie synagogue...

Owner:  Chicago Public Media
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