Funding for Road Repairs and New State Road Laws Take Effect

Two laws that positively impact funding and safety of roads in West Virginia go into effect this week.  In addition to these new laws going into effect, state funding  for secondary road repairs becomes available July 1 and a contract for the Dept. of Highways audit is expected to be awarded later this month. “During…

West Virginia DNR Schedules Meetings on Proposed State Wildlife Action Plan

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold three public meetings across the state for wildlife enthusiasts and other interested parties to review and comment on the proposed State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). Federal regulations require all state wildlife agencies develop a strategic plan that identifies wildlife species of greatest conservation need and…

“Brunch with Margaret” at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park beginning June 11

Margaret Blennerhassett was famous for entertaining guests at her mansion on the island in the Ohio River in the summers of the late 1700s into the early 1800s. Modern-day visitors are invited to have “Brunch with Margaret” during a special event June 11 on Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. As part of the state park’s…

Count the Cans: Community Collection Day

There is no summer vacation from hunger. That’s why DHG is hosting its fourth annual “Count the Cans: Community Collection Day,” along with the Four Points by Sheraton Charleston and media partner WCHS TV-8/FOX 11. The event on Thursday, June 11th benefits Mountaineer Food Bank, which serves 48 counties and more than 600 feeding programs…