W.Va. Photographer Joins Team USA For International Competition
A Charleston-based photographer is in Iceland this week taking part in the 2026 World Photographic Cup international photography competition.
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Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend
The West Virginia State Sales Tax Holiday runs from Aug. 1 to Aug. 4 this year. The holiday exempts qualifying back-to-school purchases under specific price points from state sales taxes.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsBack-to-School Clothing Subsidy Program Open For Applications
An annual program that helps families in need pay for school clothing purchases is now open for back-to-school applications.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWest Virginia’s Vaccine Divide
As kids head back to school, pediatricians are reminding parents that their child must be immunized to attend school. But for some, this routine has become a time to grapple with fears about the safety of their children.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsBack-To-School Sales Tax Holiday Slated For This Weekend
In preparation for a new school year, sales taxes will be waived for some qualifying back-to-school purchases from Aug. 2 to Aug. 5, according to the office of Gov. Jim Justice.
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State’s Teachers Prepare For New School Year At INVEST Conference
The week-long event brings together educators from across the state’s northern region as they prepare for the upcoming school year.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsApplications Now Open For School Clothing Stipend
Children attending West Virginia schools can receive financial assistance for school-wear purchases in the form of a $200 electronic benefit transfer (EBT) credit.
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