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West Virginia Faces Scrutiny Over Halted School Clothing Allowance Program

West Virginia Faces Scrutiny Over Halted School Clothing Allowance Program

The School Clothing Allowance program in West Virginia, funded by the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), has been halted due to funding exhaustion. The program, which provides $200 vouchers for school clothing, closed applications just a week after opening. This has led to bipartisan criticism and calls for action from lawmakers and advocates. The program's funding issues are linked to a $43 million deficit in TANF spending, attributed to previous overspending during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a budget surplus, the state has struggled to maintain funding levels for the program.

Senator Justice Introduces Bill to Expand Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District

Senator Justice Introduces Bill to Expand Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District

Senator Jim Justice has introduced the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District Boundary Expansion and Partnership Act of 2026. This bipartisan legislation aims to include three counties in West Virginia and one in Virginia into the historic district. The bill is co-sponsored by Senators Shelley Moore Capito, Tim Kaine, and Mark Warner. The expansion seeks to recognize and preserve the significant Civil War history of West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle, which played a crucial role during the conflict. The legislation is expected to enhance the partnership model of the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District, providing necessary resources and funding for preservation efforts.

Scouting America drops diversity initiatives from event after pressure from the Pentagon

Scouting America drops diversity initiatives from event after pressure from the Pentagon

One of Scouting America’s biggest gatherings has eliminated dedicated spaces for gay youth, women and scouts of color as the organization faces from the Pentagon to pull back diversity efforts

West Virginia Flooding Highlights Unaddressed Prevention Plans

West Virginia Flooding Highlights Unaddressed Prevention Plans

Recent flooding in West Virginia has resulted in significant damage and loss of life, with at least two fatalities and numerous homes affected. Despite previous floods prompting the creation of a Flood Resiliency Office and a state flood plan, many recommendations remain unfunded. The state's infrastructure remains vulnerable, with a quarter of essential structures at risk. Efforts to secure funding for flood prevention have faced political challenges, with recent attempts to allocate significant resources being rejected. The state's Flood Resiliency Office has only recently received a modest funding boost.

Senators Introduce Legislation to Expand Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Historic District

Senators Introduce Legislation to Expand Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Historic District

U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine from Virginia, along with Senators Jim Justice and Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia, have introduced the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District Boundary Expansion and Partnership Act of 2026. This bipartisan legislation aims to expand the historic district to include Rockbridge County in Virginia and three counties in West Virginia. The Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District, established by Congress in 1996, is recognized for its significant Civil War battlefields and historic sites. The expansion is intended to preserve additional historical landscapes and boost local tourism. Over the past 30 years, the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation has preserved over 8,000 acres of land, supporting the development of visitor centers and educational programs.

Missing Lincoln County Girl Found; Charges Filed for False Information

Missing Lincoln County Girl Found; Charges Filed for False Information

A 15-year-old girl from Lincoln County, West Virginia, who was reported missing, has been found safely in Preston County. Holly Sanders was located at a McDonald's in Kingwood with an 18-year-old boy and a juvenile boy. The investigation revealed that misinformation was initially provided by the father of Sanders' friend, Carson Toppins, who falsely claimed Sanders was last seen at a mall. Toppins has been charged with providing false information and obstructing an officer. The case remains under investigation, with potential charges pending against the other individuals involved.

NY Giants training camp, practice No. 3: Discussion, news, updates

NY Giants training camp, practice No. 3: Discussion, news, updates

What will happen on Friday as the Giants continue training camp in West Virginia?

New York Giants training camp: Sights and sounds from Day 3

New York Giants training camp: Sights and sounds from Day 3

Sights and sounds from Day 3 of New York Giants training camp, which was open to the public.

West Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program Opens Applications for 2026-27

West Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program Opens Applications for 2026-27

West Virginia Folklife Apprenticeship Program Opens Applications for 2026-27

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Top NC officials send letter to feds attacking proposed deal with Chemours

Top NC officials send letter to feds attacking proposed deal with Chemours

Calling it too little, too late, Gov. Stein and others say a proposed settlement agreement between Washington and Chemours isn't enough.

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from West Virginia rankings

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from West Virginia rankings

West Virginia may be small in size and population, but it has some household names in our list of 10 best college athletes from the state.

Deadly flooding in West Virginia finds prevention plans unaddressed

Deadly flooding in West Virginia finds prevention plans unaddressed

Communities across north central West Virginia are left picking up the pieces in the wake of another major flood