News Staff COVID-19 has claimed the life of a third West Virginian. The 76-year-old man passed away at a Morgantown hospital. The man was a resident at Sundale Nursing Home, where more than 20 people contracted the virus two weeks ago.
The state’s newly appointed coronavirus czar says it’s not a bad idea to wear a mask if you are going out. Dr. Clay Marsh says a scarf or bandana will protect anyone around from catching the virus you might be carrying.
Governor Justice says he’s not ready to cancel school for the rest of the year. Schools are closed through April 30th. The Governor says there is value to getting kids back to school, even if it’s for two or three weeks.
A new study shows West Virginians are doing a poor job of social distancing. The Unacast study gives the state a “D” for a decrease in mobility and non-essential travel.
The West Virginia National Guard is helping process unemployment claims. More than 90-thousand new claims have been filed in the past two weeks. Crews are working 12-hour days, six days a week to catch up.
The Powerball lottery is making some change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 40-million-dollar minimum jackpot, and ten-million-dollar minimum increases are being eliminated, and the new jackpot will be based on ticket sales. The changes go into effect after tomorrow night’s drawing. Powerball sales are down over 40-percent in West Virginia.
A doctor at the VA Medical Center in Beckley is accused of sexually assaulting patients. More than thirty complaints have been issued against Dr. Jonathan Yates. He was taken into custody yesterday after a several month investigation.
A man is in critical condition after he was shot on Elm Street. Police say several shots were fired. So far, no arrests have been made.
Kanawha County commissioners held a virtual meeting to discuss the latest postive COVID-19 cases, shortage of protective equipment, and the impact the virus is having on the county budget. There are 50 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Kanawha County. There are 26 new coronavirus cases across the state, bringing the total to 217. Two people … Read more
A federal bankruptcy court has approved a health care facility’s $3.7 million bid for most assets of the only hospital in a southern West Virginia county that planned to close this month. Williamson Health and Wellness said the court accepted its proposal for Williamson Memorial Hospital in Mingo County. Williamson Health and Wellness offers services … Read more