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COLUMN: Coal needs to be part of America’s energy future
The Derrick and The News-Herald - Pennsylvania
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There is no disputing it: Coal isn’t disappearing. Despite reports of coal’s demise, global coal use hit a record in 2024. Since the turn of the century, coal demand has doubled. × Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content....
News WVNS Bluefield 100 Years of Agriculture at the State Fair: how have things changed?
Yahoo News
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FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) — Agriculture is a constantly growing and changing industry. Fiber Arts Network keeps old traditions alive at the State Fair of West Virginia One of the best places to see some of these innovations is at the State Fair of West...
West Virginia announces starting date for SNAP soda ban
WVVA - West Virginia
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August 7, 2025
CHARLESTON, W.Va .(WVVA) - The state has now shared when soda drinks will no longer be available to be purchased with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds. Governor Patrick Morrisey’s request to remove soda as an eligible item...
West Virginia to Implement SNAP Soda Restriction Beginning January 1, 2026
Lootpress - West Virginia
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August 7, 2025
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Department of Human Services’ (DoHS) Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) has received federal approval to implement a new restriction on the purchase of soda using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...
West Virginia's soda ban from SNAP benefits sparks debate over health and consumer freedom
WCHS - West Virginia
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy senior policy outreach director Seth DiStefano isn't so sure the Make America Healthy Again initiative is in the best interest of West Virginians. “This has nothing to do with...
West Virginia Bishop Mark E. Brennan warns ‘The final judge of our actions is God’
Dialog - Delaware
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August 6, 2025
Amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration, Bishop Mark E. Brennan of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, is urging the people of his state to “affirm the humanity of all immigrants, regardless of legal status.” But he also...
American Woodmark Corporation Purchased By Ohio-Based Manufacturer
Moorefield Examiner - West Virginia
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August 12, 2025
American Woodmark’s South Branch plant in Moorefield has long been a strong community supporter and a mainstay of the economy. Photo courtesy of American Woodmark Last week on August 5, MasterBrand Inc. concluded a deal wherein “they will combine...
Meet the man who has helped bring shows to the State Fair of West Virginia for 43 years
Mountain Messenger - West Virginia
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August 8, 2025
Todd Boltin (center) poses for a picture with his predecessor and mentor George Moffett (lef) and country music superstar Carrie Underwood. (Photo by Variety Attractions) By Stephen Baldwin RealWV www.therealwv.com “This business isn’t for the...
New Texas Legislation on Color Additives – Takeaways for Industry
JD Supra - California
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August 12, 2025
As we have previously discussed, state and federal government authorities are turning their attention toward artificial coloring in foods. Most recently, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law SB 25 targeting the sale of foods containing...
Smalls Sliders® Slides Thru to Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky
Franchise Opportunities
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By: Smalls Sliders | 1 Shares 219 Reads First Multi-Unit Deal in West Virginia Launches Three Cans Across the Tri-State Region August 08, 2025 // Franchising.com // HUNTINGTON, W.Va.– Smalls Sliders, the industry-disrupting cheeseburger slider...
One Big Beautiful Bill aims to stimulate growth in West Virginia’s manufacturing sector
Charleston Leader - West Virginia
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August 7, 2025
Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia | Official U.S. Senate headshotSenator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia | Official U.S. Senate headshot The One Big Beautiful Bill, recently highlighted by Senator...
The Appalachian Comics Project And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning
West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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August 8, 2025
Home » WVPB Podcasts » The Appalachian Comics Project And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning WVPB Staff Published August 8, 2025 - 9:11 am On this West Virginia Morning, an award-winning comic book writer uses his talents to bring...
Sensors Deployed on West Virginia Bridge to Monitor Conditions
Government Technology
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August 8, 2025
(TNS) — A system of sensors now on the East Huntington Bridge will ensure real-time monitoring to guide maintenance and extend bridge life, state and federal officials announced Thursday. The equipment, called Structural Health Monitoring, was...
‘The Pride of West Virginia’ serves as ambassador for the state
The Shepherdstown Chronicle - West Virginia
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Members of “The Pride of West Virginia,” the Mountaineer Marching Band, perform together at a game. Courtesy photo MORGANTOWN — The high-octane, much-recognized West Virginia University marching band now has gained the attention of not only the...
Smalls Sliders Inks First Deal to Grow in West Virginia
QSR Magazine
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August 7, 2025
Smalls Sliders has inked its first-ever development agreement in West Virginia. Led by brothers Beckett and Sammy Gue, the deal will bring three of the brand’s signature Cans to South Point, Ohio, as well as Charleston and Huntington, West...
West Virginia bishop warns on immigration: 'The final judge of our actions is God'
Detroit Catholic
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August 5, 2025
(OSV News) ─ Amid the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration, Bishop Mark E. Brennan of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, is urging the people of his state to "affirm the humanity of all immigrants, regardless of legal status."...
Reflecting on history at the State Fair of West Virginia
WVVA - West Virginia
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August 7, 2025
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (WVVA) - With the centennial State Fair of West Virginia drawing crowds from near and far, it’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on a century of life for both the event itself, and Greenbrier County as a whole. “It’s remarkable....
Bluefield recognized as West Virginia Municipal League’s “All Star Communities”
WVVA - West Virginia
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August 7, 2025
BLUEFIELD, W.Va . (WVVA) - From infrastructure upgrades to recreation and public services, the City of Bluefield is being recognized for investing in its community. On August 5th, the West Virginia Municipal League named Bluefield one of its 2025...
Wilner – Big 12 quarterback rankings for 2025: Arizona State’s on top (not because of Sam Leavitt), followed by TCU and K- State
ESPN Tucson - Arizona
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August 16, 2025
On the college football lists that generate outsized attention, the Big 12 occupies a secondary position. It did not place a team in the top 10 of the AP preseason poll. It doesn’t have a betting favorite for the national championship. Its star...
West Virginia Encyclopedia
The Parsons Advocate - West Virginia
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August 5, 2025
Charleston WV – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org. Aug. 7, 1864: In what became known as the Battle of Moorefield, Union troops...