The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Beckley, in conjunction with four other institutions, is seeking individuals interested in working with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP).
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LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry and Meghan’s explosive TV interview divided people around the world on Monday, rocking an institution that is struggling to modernize with claims of racism and callousness toward a woman struggling with suicidal thoughts. Read more
Charleston — Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., said “policy differences do not justify personal attacks” in response to several criticisms of Manchin made by Gov. Jim Justice during the governor’s pandemic briefing Monday. Read more
Municipal election season is underway in Greenbrier County, but few people appear eager to run for office. Read more
Many West Virginia military veterans are benefiting from an educational program called Veterans Upward Bound, which is a federal TRIO Program dedicated to helping veterans of the U.S. military prepare for an education at the college, community college, trade school, or technical school level. Read more
Incarcerated individuals will be arraigned at 9 a.m. before the assigned judge. Read more
At its regularly monthly meeting Friday, the West Virginia Board of Governors approved spending $1 million for renovations at the Forensic Science Building at WVU Tech in Beckley. Read more
Ray and Bobbie Richmond created the Burlington United Methodist Family Services Fund in memory of Michael Douglas Richmond. Read more
Sampling indicates that stream conditions for Muddy Creek and the Cheat River are returning to normal after a blowout at the former T&T Mine Complex in Preston County on Thursday, according to the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP). Read more
Community Health Systems Inc. and New River Health Association Inc. have been named recipients of more than $5.5 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Read more
HOUSTON (AP) — Ernest and Hester Collins already faced their share of hardships before last month's deadly winter storm plunged much of Texas into a deep freeze and knocked out power to millions of homes, including their modest rental in one of Houston's historically Black neighborhoods, Fif… Read more
The following is a list of incidents reported to police agencies on March 7; however, the call may have resulted in something other than what was originally reported. Read more
The following boil water advisories have been issued: Read more
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of March 8, 2021, there have been 2,241,637 total confirmatory laboratory results received for Covid-19, with 133,627 total cases and 2,325 total deaths. Read more
SELMA, Ala. (AP) — Activists who gathered virtually and in person to commemorate a pivotal day in the civil rights struggle that became known as Bloody Sunday called on people to continue the fight for voting rights as they also honored giants of the civil rights movement, including the late… Read more
OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso (AP) — A series of explosions at a military barracks in Equatorial Guinea killed at least 20 people and wounded more than 600 others on Sunday, authorities said. Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — With President Joe Biden on the verge of his first big legislative victory, a key moderate Democrat said Sunday he's open to changing Senate rules that could allow for more party-line votes to push through other parts of the White House’s agenda such as voting rights. Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — The two top Democrats in New York’s legislature withdrew their support for Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Sunday amid mounting allegations of sexual harassment and undercounting COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes. Read more
PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia health officials are warning residents not to buy pet turtles from roadside vendors after a multi-state outbreak of salmonella linked to the reptiles is being blamed for eight cases that resulted in one death. Read more
The following is a list of incidents reported to police agencies on March 6; however, the call may have resulted in something other than what was originally reported. Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — A new executive order from President Joe Biden directs federal agencies to take a series of steps to promote voting access, a move that comes as congressional Democrats press for a sweeping voting and elections bill to counter efforts to restrict voting access. Read more
QARAQOSH, Iraq (AP) — Pope Francis urged Iraq’s Christians on Sunday to forgive the injustices against them by Muslim extremists and to rebuild as he visited the wrecked shells of churches and met ecstatic crowds in the community’s historic heartland, which was nearly erased by the Islamic S… Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tensions were raw ahead of midnight as Republican leader Mitch McConnell rose in the Senate for the purpose of publicly ridiculing Majority Leader Chuck Schumer over the daylong delay as Democrats argued among themselves over the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 rescue package. Read more
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) President Cecil Roberts says he has no doubt America can learn to burn coal in a clean manner, and he’s hopeful President Joe Biden will come up with a rapid plan to replace all of the coal-related jobs that will be eliminated under his clean energy plans. Read more
Established less than two weeks ago, the Broadband Enhancement subcommittee of the Greater Greenbrier Covid-19 Task Force is still finding its footing, but it does have an ambitious goal. Read more
A church with a long history in Beckley is entering a new era in its ages-old mission: feeding the hungry and being like Jesus. Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — An exhausted Senate narrowly approved a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Saturday as President Joe Biden and his Democratic allies notched a victory they called crucial for hoisting the country out of the pandemic and economic doldrums. Read more
Lewisburg city council will meet in special session Tuesday, March 9, immediately following the Lewisburg Finance Committee meeting, which will be at 7 p.m. via teleconference because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more
The following is a list of incidents reported to police agencies on March 5; however, the call may have resulted in something other than what was originally reported. Read more
PLAINS OF UR, Iraq (AP) — Pope Francis walked through a narrow alley in Iraq’s holy city of Najaf for a historic meeting with the country’s top Shiite cleric Saturday, and together they delivered a powerful message of peaceful coexistence in a country still reeling from back-to-back conflict… Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — Amanda Gorman, the 22-year-old poet who captured hearts at the inauguration of President Joe Biden, posted to social media that she was followed home by a security guard who demanded to know where she lived because she “looked suspicious.” Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has two seats to fill on the influential appeals court in the nation's capital that regularly feeds judges to the Supreme Court. Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate leaders and moderate Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin struck a deal late Friday over emergency jobless benefits, breaking a logjam that had stalled the party's showpiece $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. Read more
CHARLESTON — Restaurants and bars in West Virginia can begin seating at 100 percent capacity starting Saturday. Read more
Washington — Here's a look at how area members of Congress voted over the previous week. Read more
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is sending a representative from his office to meet with central and southeastern West Virginia residents in March to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions. Read more
Jurors in Raleigh County Circuit Court deliberated under two hours Friday before returning with a guilty verdict against a defendant charged with gunning down a man outside of Pet Supplies Plus in May. Read more
Civic and political leaders as well as friends and family came out to help owners Josh and Ashleigh Walls cut the ribbon Friday at Fat Eddie’s Hot Dog Stand, which has been reopened at the Summersville Dam. Among those in attendance were Todd Gunter of Sen. Shelley Moore Capito’s staff; Madi… Read more
The following is a list of incidents reported to police agencies on March 4; however, the call may have resulted in something other than what was originally reported. Read more
The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) is investigating a blowout from the former T&T Mine Complex that is discharging into the confluence of Muddy Creek and the Cheat River in Preston County. Read more
Trina Tellez-Mullins, 36, of Oak Hill, was sentenced Friday to nearly six years in prison for possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Read more
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Senate Committee of Health and Human Resources this week heard extensive discussion on a bill that members have been reviewing for several meetings now. Read more
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Senate Workforce Committee met Wednesday morning to discuss a bill regarding the confidentiality of wage records and hear a presentation about how the Department of Education is preparing high school students for the workforce. Read more
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Police Department allowed an officer to continue patrolling for more than a year while investigating whether he ordered two people to be killed because it didn't want to tip him off, the city's former police chief said. Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. hiring accelerated more quickly than expected last month, evidence that a year after the pandemic took hold, the economy is strengthening as virus cases drop and vaccinations ramp up. Read more
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall University said Friday it is suspending Greek life at the Huntington, West Virginia, school after allegations of large parties held without masks and social distancing. Read more
A man who is on trial for murdering a Summers County man in the parking lot of Pet Supplies Plus took the stand on Thursday, wrapping up testimony in his trial. Read more
West Virginia House of Delegates passed a broadband bill Wednesday that aims to protect consumers in the state and to increase competition among companies by giving cities and counties control of the broadband “highways.” Read more
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of March 5,, there have been 2,218,488 total confirmatory laboratory results received for COVID-19, with 132,964 total cases and 2,318 total deaths. Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden is enjoying an early presidential honeymoon, with 60% of Americans approving of his job performance thus far and even more backing his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. Read more
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice ordered to loosen pandemic restrictions on Friday at restaurants, bars and most businesses to allow full capacity at those establishments where social distancing is possible. The state's mask mandate will remain in effect. Read more
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Billy Heath passed away March 1, 2021 at Hilltop Nursing Center. He was preceded in death by a son, Richard. He is survived by his wife Dolly; daughter, Patricia and husband Rennis; sons, Johnny of Midway, Kyle and wife Sharon of Stuarts Draft, VA, Billy, Jr. of Phoenix, AZ; several grandchi…
John David Hicks II, 69 of Richwood, WV, went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2021 in Raleigh General Hospital, Beckley, WV after a short illness. Dave was born October 22, 1951 in Richwood, WV to the late John David Hicks I and Frances Lee Reese Hicks. Dave was a loving husband, father…
