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West Virginia First Foundation Discusses Opioid Settlement Fund Goals and Community Engagement

West Virginia First Foundation Discusses Opioid Settlement Fund Goals and Community Engagement

West Virginia First Foundation members talk goals and concerns for opioid settlement funds The Journal | Friday, November 15, 2024 By Tom Markland In a panel discussion hosted by The Journal, members of the West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF) outlined their plans for distributing over $1 billion in opioid settlement funds

Shepherd University Hosts Benefit Concert for Hurricane Helene Recovery

Shepherd University comes together to put on recovery concert for hurricane aid. The Journal | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Tom Markland Shepherd University is hosting a recovery concert on Friday to aid victims of Hurricane Helene, with a focus on Appalachian music and culture. Organized by Adjunct Flute Professor Andrea

Jefferson County Board Postpones NJES Closure Decision Amid Community Pushback

Closing of North Jefferson Elementary School tabled with new plan in the works The Journal | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 By Tom Markland In a recent meeting covered by The Journal, Jefferson County residents expressed their opposition to the closure of North Jefferson Elementary School (NJES). The decision to close NJES

South Jefferson Library Unveils Expansion Plans During Veterans Day Celebration

South Jefferson Library Unveils Expansion Plans During Veterans Day Celebration

South Jefferson Public Library announces expansion plans at Veterans’ Day event The Journal | Monday, November 11, 2024 By Tom Markland In a recent Veterans Day event highlighted by The Journal, the South Jefferson Public Library celebrated the contributions of veterans with an engaging party reminiscent of the North Platte Canteen,

Recent Arraignments in Jefferson County: A Crime Overview

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Saturday, November 9, 2024 By Tom Markland The Journal reports on recent arraignments in Jefferson County, detailing several individuals, including Carlos Amando Aviles charged with petit larceny and Trevon Anthony Barron facing charges of breaking and entering with intent to assault. Notable charges include

Berkeley County Sees Decline in Voter Turnout Despite Population Growth

Berkeley County Sees Decline in Voter Turnout Despite Population Growth

Less voters turnout in Berkeley County than in 2020 despite population growth The Journal | Friday, November 8, 2024 By Tom Markland In an article published by The Journal, it was reported that despite an increase of over 10,000 residents in Berkeley County since 2020, voter turnout has declined compared

Governor Announces $13.9 Million for Eastern Panhandle Trail and Sidewalk Improvements

Governor Announces $13.9 Million for Eastern Panhandle Trail and Sidewalk Improvements

Eastern Panhandle cities receive millions in grants for pedestrian and trail improvements The Journal | Wednesday, November 6, 2024 By Tom Markland According to The Journal, Governor Jim Justice has announced $13.9 million in grants for 36 projects across West Virginia through the Transportation Alternatives and Recreational Trails program, with