Thursday, June 20 2013 2:38 AM EDT2013-06-20 06:38:43 GMT
A developing sinkhole is prompting emergency officials to close down some roadways in Beckley. The Beckley Sanitary Board has decided to close traffic entering Piney Avenue from Prince Street. A meeting
A developing sinkhole is prompting emergency officials to close down some roadways in Beckley. The Beckley Sanitary Board has decided to close traffic entering Piney Avenue from Prince Street. A meeting
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:51:26 GMT
Business is booming in one county and should continue through the entire summer season. Thanks to the Boy Scout Jamboree and the almost $50,000 new people expected to flock to Southern West Virginia. The
Business is booming in one county and should continue through the entire summer season.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:47:43 GMT
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Fayette County Sheriff deputies are looking into a home invasion that happened Wednesday morning. According to 911 dispatchers, it happened at a home on Gatewood Road in Oak Hill at approximately 1 a.m.
An intruder is still on the loose. Where could he be now?
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:30:31 GMT
West Virginia warmer weather means more activities outside. But it also means more black-legged critters looking to make a meal out of you. Ticks are eagerly waiting for you in the woods, bushes and tall
West Virginia warmer weather means more activities outside. But it also means more black-legged critters looking to make a meal out of you.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:19:22 GMT
With about a month to go until tens-of-thousands Boy Scouts and their families will be touching down in the mountain state for the National Jamboree, the National Park Service is busy training volunteers. 59News
With about a month to go until tens-of-thousands Boy Scouts and their families will be touching down in the mountain state for the National Jamboree, the National Park Service is busy training volunteers. 59News
Monday, June 17 2013 3:15 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:15:41 GMT
The program is composed of five courses that introduce students to social media and digital tools and teach them how to use those skills to promote a business or organization.
The program is composed of five courses that introduce students to social media and digital tools and teach them how to use those skills to promote a business or organization.
Monday, June 17 2013 12:27 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:27:27 GMT
Students will take five three-hour courses, including three new online social media courses. They are social media strategy, social media applications and social media campaigns.
Students will take five three-hour courses, including three new online social media courses. They are social media strategy, social media applications and social media campaigns.
Sunday, June 16 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-06-16 22:30:12 GMT
Mayor George Karos and Shepherd President Susanne Shipley signed an agreement Friday that allows city workers to get the discounts for classes that benefit the city.
Mayor George Karos and Shepherd President Susanne Shipley signed an agreement Friday that allows city workers to get the discounts for classes that benefit the city.
Sunday, June 16 2013 4:15 PM EDT2013-06-16 20:15:04 GMT
The state Board of Education continues to pursue what are known as the Common Core State Standards, with a goal of phasing them in by the 2014-2015 school year.
The state Board of Education continues to pursue what are known as the Common Core State Standards, with a goal of phasing them in by the 2014-2015 school year.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:14 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:14:28 GMT
The produce is grown at the institute's headquarters in Dunbar, in its greenhouses and on its farm. The produce is available to the public and wholesalers through the "Growing Jobs" program.
The produce is grown at the institute's headquarters in Dunbar, in its greenhouses and on its farm. The produce is available to the public and wholesalers through the "Growing Jobs" program.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:10 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:10:07 GMT
Andrew Dunlap was named the new executive director June 10. Dunlap will oversee day-to-day operations and work closely with the Board of Directors to accomplish the goals of the PCDA.
Andrew Dunlap was named the new executive director June 10. Dunlap will oversee day-to-day operations and work closely with the Board of Directors to accomplish the goals of the PCDA.
Monday, June 17 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:32:21 GMT
Champion Industries Inc. on June 14 announced a reduced second quarter 2013 net loss from continuing operations of $700,000, compared to a$21.0 million for the quarter last year.
HUNTINGTON, WV — Champion Industries Inc. on June 14 announced a reduced second quarter 2013 net loss from continuing operations of $700,000, compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $21.0 million for the quarter that ended April 30, 2012.
Monday, June 17 2013 8:04 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:04:51 GMT
Worth an estimated $1.7 billion, Jim Justice is a prominent member of Lewisburg, but his coal operations are struggling as business owners have filed at least nine lawsuits since late 2011.
Worth an estimated $1.7 billion, Jim Justice is a prominent member of Lewisburg, but his coal operations are struggling as business owners have filed at least nine lawsuits since late 2011.
The Charleston Area Alliance's Elevations Professional Women's Network is looking ahead at what is sure to be a hot topic this legislative session: education.
Patricia Kusimo, president of The Education Alliance, will speak at the next Elevations luncheon, scheduled for noon Feb. 6 at the Holiday Inn in South Charleston. Kusimo will talk about the education audit that was released last year and how to enhance education for the state's children.
Kusimo has been a classroom teacher, an associate college professor, an educational researcher, a business owner, an author and a professional developer. When needed, she has worn the hats of community activist, impromptu legislative lobbyist, tutor, mentor and vocal advocate in order to improve the education of young people in West Virginia, especially African American and low-income children.
Kusimo graduated with bachelor's degree in mathematics from Hampton University, a master's degree in education from Pepperdine University and a doctoral degree in educational administration from Texas A&M University.
The event begins at 11:45 a.m. with check-in and informal networking, followed by lunch at noon. Reservations are $30 for members and $40 for non-members through Jan. 31. Prices increase by $10 for registrants after that date.
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