MORGANTOWN — WVU Medicine will implement a no-visitor policy at 8 a.m. March 23 at all of its hospitals and outpatient clinics. Mon Health Systems will no […]
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Justice says he’s not ready to close down the state over COVID-19
“We’ve got to move and we’ve got to move stronger than we already are right now,” Gov. Jim Justice said during a Saturday evening COVID-19 address in […]
COVID-19 threatens 2020 election
WVU political scientist urges feds to explore voting alternatives As states postpone primary elections in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, one West Virginia University political scientist […]
Taking care of seniors during this pandemic
KINGWOOD — Eight out of 10 coronavirus deaths reported in the U.S. have been adults 65 and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Phone call scams to avoid
There have been reports that some county residents have been receiving telephone calls from individuals claiming they will come into your house and check your vital signs, […]
U.S. Attorney’s Office investigating scams
WHEELING — U.S. Attorney Bill Powell is asking residents to be vigilant and aware to protect themselves against scammers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and warning those who […]
Make-A-Wish Web Walk 2020
Due to concerns about COVID-19 and the importance of the community’s health and well-being, Make-A-Wish is transforming its annual Walk For Wishes into a virtual experience now […]
Commissioners discuss budget
KINGWOOD — Preston commissioners are working with shrinking dollars as they plan for the 2020-21 budget, while the sheriff’s department worries about competing with other agencies for […]
The Community Kitchen continues to offer bagged lunches
The Community Kitchen, in the fellowship hall of Trinity Episcopal Church on the corner of Spruce and Willey streets, continues to serve food. In a Facebook post […]
Celebrities with virus impact public perception
Within 48 hours of actors Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson announcing they tested positive for the novel coronavirus, one West Virginia University expert launched into research mode. […]
