Bungee Jumping Coming To Harpers Ferry This Spring
A Canadian company plans to open a bungee jumping site at an abandoned quarry in Harpers Ferry this May.
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Us & Them: To Friend Or Unfriend? That Is The Question
Over the past few years, some people have severed their digital lifeline with friends and family because of political differences. With the click of a single button the social media connection is gone. Click - buh-bye! The decision can mean you're out of touch and cut off from that person’s life. But two childhood friends from Gallipolis, OH — who vote very differently — have committed to doing just the opposite.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsACLU: Government Officials Should Think Twice Before Blocking On Social Media
ACLU-WV filed a lawsuit against Jefferson County commissioner Steve Stolipher for violating the First Amendment rights of a constituent.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsJefferson Commissioner’s Photo With Extremist Group Sparks Questions
A Jefferson County commissioner is under scrutiny after a photo of her with alleged members of a hate group circulated on Facebook.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsW.Va. Lawmakers Run Out Of Time On Some Election-Themed Bills
With only three days left in the legislative session, Senate Bill 565 — which in 40 pages updates various provisions of the state’s election law — will not leave the House Judiciary Committee in time to pass the lower chamber.
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West Virginia Newspaper Company Files Antitrust Suit Against Google, Facebook Over Ad Revenues
A West Virginia news publisher has filed an antitrust suit against Google and Facebook, who together receive roughly half of all digital ad dollars in the U.S. and are facing antitrust charges from federal and state authorities.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFacebook to Help Expand Broadband Internet Service in West Virginia
Facebook says it’s going to help expand broadband internet in West Virginia.The social media company announced a plan Monday, March 4, to build a…
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