Today, the Mountain State turns 157.On June 20, 1863, West Virginia became the 35th state — separating from its neighbor, Virginia.The holiday had been informally celebrated across […]
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Gee: Groups to address issues of discrimination on campus
During Friday’s West Virginia University Board of Governors meeting, President Gordon Gee discussed plans to create a more inclusive campus.This comes after a petition signed by hundreds […]
Juneteenth cookout brings community together to celebrate U.S. history
Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., is a holiday long celebrated in America — but one that has gained new national attention, as […]
Postcast 24 – June 19, 2020
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Community celebrates Juneteenth with cookout
To a man with a hammer, everything looks like a nail. Mark Twain, American humorist, said that.And he wasn’t necessarily joking. Hawa Diawara feels the same — […]
Loved ones pay their respects to the late Betty Puskar
Betty Jane got an earful when they got back to the car, but it was worth it. “Pinched that guy right on the butt,” Wayne Howard, said, […]
Black business owners to be featured in digital magazine
Amid the protests and unrest following the death of George Floyd, LaToya Jones found a way to bring black voices to the public in a new way. […]
Petition demands change for WVU’s black community
The West Virginia University Board of Governors and President Gordon Gee will address a petition signed by hundreds demanding change for the university’s black community, according to […]
Racism explained through multiple sources
The Dominion Post has compiled read, watch and listen lists, based on recommendations from multiple sources — including the WVU Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Cassie […]
Preston Health Department awaits final test results from Myrtle Beach trip
KINGWOOD — Preston County “has the potential to really blow up” with COVID-19 cases, as more are confirmed among travelers returning from Myrtle Beach, the health department […]