Day: March 29, 2018 Archives


ThursdayMarch 29, 2018

Berkeley County jury finds siblings guilty on charges related to murder

Kevin Jamill and Courtney Hamill were found guilty on charges in connection with the death of Ramon Walker.

State Fire Marshal’s Office assisting Kanawha, Pratt agencies

Assistant Chief Mike Edwards and Lt. Tom Craigo died Saturday while responding to a fatal collision on the West Virginia Turnpike.

Justice signs bill giving corrections workers a pay raise

House Bill 4142 will increase wages by a total of $6,000 over three years.

Thorn among new class for Naismith Hall of Fame: Report

A former WVU All-American and the GM who drafted Michael Jordan, Thorn joins a 2018 class that includes Steve Nash, Jason Kidd and Grant Hill.

One dead after multi-city pursuit

Rodney Toler led police through Dunbar, South Charleston and Charleston's West Side before the pursuit ended.

Treasurer Perdue to seek assistance for banking problems tied to medical marijuana law

Banks have told the West Virginia Treasurer's Office they are "unwilling" to process funds.

Ka’Raun White aiming to go from the warehouse to the NFL

The 24-year-old receiver — who spent two seasons out of football and working tough hours at an Amazon distribution center — says whatever NFL team lands him is "going to get a steal."

Yeager Airport breaks ground on hillside repair project

A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday morning at the airport in Charleston.

Justice vetoes Attorney General settlement fund bill

Supporters said the bill would have upheld the Legislature's power of the purse.

DHHR shifting resources to add 48 Child Protective Services workers

Drug epidemic increases caseload by 34 percent.

Justice envisions new WV curator for the arts

Governor participates in ceremonial signing of bill that dismantles current Department of Education and the Arts.

Check out the pro day measurables for WVU

Scouts from 30 NFL teams were in Morgantown where 13 West Virginia players and several from D-II programs worked out.

West Virginia May primary will be first in nation to test app allowing overseas voting for military

The mobile app uses blockchain, often used in financial transactions for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, to create a ledger that represents voters and candidates.

Fayette County Sheriff’s Department receives surprise donation

The agency's K-9 unit attended a charity hockey game in Pittsburgh.

Lamonte McDougle’s exit leaves short, wide hole at nose guard

The move is curious considering the undersized McDougle emerged as a nine-game starter and ESPN freshman All-American last season at WVU.

No. 1 Hurricane boasts senior-laden team with D-I talent

The Redskins feature 10 seniors, looking for redemption after a runner-up finish in 2017.

Atlantic Coast Pipeline request to extend tree cutting time is denied

The pipeline developer has faced a March 31 deadline to clear trees during a seasonal window designated to be of minimal harm to bats and migratory birds.

Deadly blaze in Roane County

State Fire Marshal's Office investigating.

Retiring Monongalia County school chief could stay in role temporarily

June 1 is the deadline if the Board of Education wants to be able to offer a multi-year deal to Devono's successor.