News Staff West Virginia University president Michael Benson delivered his first State of the University address in Morgantown on Monday. Benson comes to West Virginia from Coastal Carolina and was selected to lead WVU back in February after Gordon Gee announced his retirement. Benson shared updates on the university’s strategic planning, competition with other universities and campus … Read more
The tourism industry in West Virginia is booming, with the West Virginia Department of Tourism announcing a historic $9 billion economic impact in 2024. Contributing to the rise in impact is the over 77 million people who visited the Mountain State, a 2 million increase over the previous year. Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby … Read more
A big upgrade is coming for one of Mason County’s most historic landmarks. The Lowe Hotel in downtown Point Pleasant is set for a major renovation after being bought by a new developer less than a year ago. The project will add around 70 guest rooms and six new storefronts. Leaders hope it will provide … Read more
Governor Patrick Morrisey recently announced Tyler Henry as the Director of External Affairs. He’ll maintain relationships with external stakeholders that help advance the Governor’s policy and legislative priorities, according to the governor’s office. Previously, Henry was the Deputy State Director for the West Virginia chapter of Americans for Prosperity where he was responsible for managing … Read more
Halloween fun is kicking off in St. Albans with a full lineup of family-friendly events. The city’s popular Haunted Trail is back at City Park through October 18th, open Friday and Saturday nights from 7 to 10. A sensory-friendly night is also planned for October 16th. Trunk or Treat happens Saturday, October 25th at Maranatha … Read more
A familiar face in St. Albans city government is making a run for county office. Vice Mayor and Councilman-at-Large Jared Page announced his candidacy for the Kanawha County Commission. Page hopes to fill the seat currently held by Commissioner Lance Wheeler, who’s not seeking re-election as he runs for the State Senate in District 8. … Read more
A Calhoun County Commissioner free on bond amid a child sexual abuse investigation. Jacob McCumbers of Arnoldsburg submitted his resignation after being charged with 50 counts of sexual abuse by a parent, guardian, or custodian. McCumbers also worked as a first-grade teacher at Arnoldsburg Elementary. Calhoun County Schools previously said he was immediately removed once … Read more
Fall turkey season opened statewide in West Virginia on Saturday. The first segment runs through the 19th in all 55 counties. The second and third segments follow later this month, offering extra weeks of hunting in select counties through mid-November. Hunters can bag one bird of either sex using a bow, crossbow, or firearm — … Read more
A South Carolina truck driver has pleaded guilty in connection to a 2022 crash on the West Virginia Turnpike that spilled toxic chemicals into Paint Creek. Dennis West admitted to negligently discharging pollutants after his tanker overturned, releasing 3,000 gallons of corrosive cleaner into the water. Eyewitness News reported tests showed he was driving under … Read more
West Virginia State Senator Mike Stuart is stepping down after being confirmed as general counsel for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Republican lawmaker represented District 7, which includes Boone, Kanawha, Lincoln, and Logan counties. Stuart previously served as a U.S. Attorney under the Trump administration. The state GOP is now accepting … Read more