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Governor Morrisey appoints Erin Hunter as West Virginia Insurance Commissioner
1+ week, 3+ day ago (183+ words) Clay County Free Press Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced the appointment of Erin Hunter as Commissioner of the West Virginia Offices of the Insurance Commissioner, effective July 1, 2026. Hunter will succeed Commissioner Allan L. Mc Vey, who is retiring after nearly a…...
West Virginia Week in History
1+ week, 3+ day ago (718+ words) June 17, 1813: General Thomas Maley Harris was born at present Harrisville. He rose to prominence after the Civil War, when he served on the military commission that tried conspirators who acted with John Wilkes Booth to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln. June…...
This Week in West Virginia History
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (674+ words) May 27, 1912: Golf legend Sam Snead was born at Ashwood, Virginia. When The Greenbrier reopened as a resort after World War II, Snead returned as the golf pro. Snead is tied with Tiger Woods for most career wins on the PGA…...
Morrisey signals potential cuts to WV's childcare assistance, clothing voucher program due to debt "I'm not going to support cutting childcare subsidies or clothing vouchers at all,' said Del. Evan Worrell, R-Cabell
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (843+ words) By Amelia Ferrell Knisely for West Virginia Watch Cuts could be coming to West Virginia's childcare assistance and a voucher program that helps low-income families afford school clothes. Those programs " along with several children's support services " are funded through Temporary…...
Gov. Morrisey announces West Virginia joins "A Home for Every Child" initiative with HHS
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (413+ words) Clay County Free Press Gov. Morrisey announces West Virginia joins "A Home for Every Child" initiative with HHS Governor Patrick Morrisey joined Assistant Secretary Alex Adams of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services" Administration for Children and Families (ACF)…...
West Virginia State Parks to host open house for Elk River Trail Headquarters
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (223+ words) State Parks officials also announce land purchase that will add 4. 3 miles to the trail from Queen Shoals to Clendenin West Virginia State Parks officials announced on May 15 that members of the public are invited to attend an open house to…...
Governor Morrisey signs pay raise for state workers during ceremony " Clay County Free Press
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (279+ words) Governor Morrisey signs pay raise for state workers during ceremony Clay County Free Press Governor Morrisey signs pay raise for state workers during ceremony "Our state workers have earned this raise, and they deserve it," said Governor Morrisey. "From our…...
West Virginia State Parks Foundation announces Spring & Summer "Mountains Are Always Free" photo contest
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (61+ words) Summer Beauty " Scenic spring and summer landscapes and facilities from across WV state park areas Outdoor Recreation " Favorite warm-weather activities such as hiking, fishing, and more Wildlife " Animals in their natural park habitats Plants " Native flora and seasonal blooms found…...
WV, federal agencies will investigate deadly Institute chemical leak, officials say
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (541+ words) By: Lori Kersey for West Virginia Watch The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection and the U. S. Chemical Safety Board have launched investigations into a chemical incident that killed two people and critically injured another person in Kanawha County Wednesday morning,…...
United Hospital Center launches Rural Scholars Program to combat West Virginia physician shortages
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (304+ words) Clay County Free Press United Hospital Center launches Rural Scholars Program to combat West Virginia physician shortages The United Hospital Center (UHC) Family Medicine Residency Program is proud to announce the launch of its Rural Scholars Program, inviting dedicated third-year…...