CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Veterans & Heroes to Agriculture Agribusiness Pitch Competition, an annual event designed to support veterans and other emergency responders pursuing agricultural careers and small-business ventures in the Mountain State. The competition provides qualified applicants an opportunity to present their ideas for innovative, agriculture-focused projects and compete for

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced the availability of the state’s 2026 Fishing Regulations Summary, which can be downloaded for free at WVdnr.gov/fishing-regulations.
“Reviewing the Fishing Regulations Summary each year is an important step for anglers to stay informed about the rules that conserve the quality of our state’s diverse fisheries,” said WVDNR Director Brett McMillion. “As we approach the new year, I encourage everyone to

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted measurable progress in West Virginia’s child welfare system, pointing to improved outcomes for children, families, and providers while continuing to address long-standing structural challenges within Child Protective Services.
“One of my top priorities is bringing West Virginia children home and keeping them close to their families and communities whenever it is safe to do so,” said Governor Patrick Morrisey. “For too long, kids

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted measurable progress in West Virginia’s child welfare system, pointing to improved outcomes for children, families, and providers while continuing to address long-standing structural challenges within Child Protective Services.
“One of my top priorities is bringing West Virginia children home and keeping them close to their families and communities whenever it is safe to do so,” said Governor Patrick Morrisey. “For too long, kids

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey invite local families to visit the Governor’s Mansion for free photos with Santa Claus inside the special life-sized gingerbread house. Photo sessions are available Friday, December 19, and Saturday, December 20, between 12 – 4 p.m. and Sunday, December 21 from 3 – 5 p.m.
“We’re thrilled to welcome West Virginia families into the Governor’s Mansion for photos with Santa,” said First Lady Morrisey. “This is the

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey invite local families to visit the Governor’s Mansion for free photos with Santa Claus inside the special life-sized gingerbread house. Photo sessions are available Friday, December 19, and Saturday, December 20, between 12 – 4 p.m. and Sunday, December 21 from 3 – 5 p.m.
“We’re thrilled to welcome West Virginia families into the Governor’s Mansion for photos with Santa,” said First Lady Morrisey. “This is the

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA) announced that Jennifer Piercy, who currently serves as the Economic Development Director for US Senator Shelley Moore Capito, will join their staff as Vice President beginning December 16, 2026.
“Jennifer Piercy has been a valued member of my team, contributing to our economic development efforts on behalf of West Virginia,” United States Senator Shelley Moore Capito said. “I appreciate her service and wish her

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA) announced that Jennifer Piercy, who currently serves as the Economic Development Director for US Senator Shelley Moore Capito, will join their staff as Vice President beginning December 16, 2026.
“Jennifer Piercy has been a valued member of my team, contributing to our economic development efforts on behalf of West Virginia,” United States Senator Shelley Moore Capito said. “I appreciate her service and wish her

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Employees of the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) came together to support the YWCA Sojourner’s Homeless Shelter for Women and Families through a food drive that provided critical resources to women and families in need.
YWCA Charleston Chief Executive Officer Sonya Hairston accepted the donations from PSC Chairman Charlotte R. Lane on Monday at the Commission’s offices at 201 Brooks Street in Charleston.
“This generosity helps create lasting change,”

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Employees of the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) came together to support the YWCA Sojourner’s Homeless Shelter for Women and Families through a food drive that provided critical resources to women and families in need.
YWCA Charleston Chief Executive Officer Sonya Hairston accepted the donations from PSC Chairman Charlotte R. Lane on Monday at the Commission’s offices at 201 Brooks Street in Charleston.
“This generosity helps create lasting change,”