Grave Marker Dedication Honors Black Activist Bessie Woodson Yancey
A grave marker dedication was held this month for an Appalachian activist who died decades ago.
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Senate Passes Nine Bills On Police Training, School Athletics And More
The Senate had nine bills on third reading Wednesday, including a bill to improve law enforcement’s awareness of, and ability to interact with, citizens with certain mental health conditions. Also up for consideration were bills amending school athletics eligibility and new requirements for school board membership.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Consider Bills To Permit Campus Carry And Limit Governor’s Emergency Powers
On this episode of The Legislature Today, the Senate passed a bill that would allow the concealed carry of handguns on the state’s university campuses. Reporter Chris Schulz has more. Also, a bill that would clarify the authority of governor and legislature to proclaim and declare a state of emergency and preparedness, passed the House 93-3.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSenior Services And The Coalfield Communities Grant Facilitation Commission On This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, many West Virginians have found themselves caring for an aging parent. News Director found himself in that position with his mom and he didn’t know where to turn for help. So, he got to work and is bringing what he found to our broadcast. In our fourth story in Douglas’ series "Getting Into Their Reality: Caring For Aging Parents,” he talks with Vicky Foster, the CEO of Kanawha Valley Senior Services.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSalary Increase For Protective Service Workers Takes Immediate Effect
State protective service workers are set to receive a 20 percent salary bump with hopes that will fill vacant positions.
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Senate Passes Campus Carry Law
Senate Bill 10 allows holders of concealed handgun permits to carry concealed on all of the state’s higher education campuses, regardless of existing restrictions.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsBill Will Require Schools To Display U.S. Motto If Passed
With little discussion, the Senate Education Committee moved forward with Senate Bill 251 to require publicly funded schools to display posters with the U.S. motto of “In God We Trust.”
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