Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:22:18 GMT
Scattered showers and storms still possible tonight into Thursday as a cold front slowly makes it's way over West Virginia. Some of the storms this evening could be strong. Lows tonight drop into the
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:03 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:03:22 GMT
Natural gas development continues to flourish in north central West Virginia. Energy companies are investing billions of dollars in the Mountain State and promise well-paying jobs.
Natural gas development continues to flourish in north central West Virginia. Energy companies are investing billions of dollars in the Mountain State and promise well-paying jobs.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:56:33 GMT
Undergoing treatment for cancer can take a lot out of a person, with hospitals often going to great lengths to try to ease the burden for its patients. Mon General Hospital is no different.
Undergoing treatment for cancer can take a lot out of a person, with hospitals often going to great lengths to try to ease the burden for its patients. Mon General Hospital is no different.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:11 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:11:54 GMT
New study documents benefits of coal exports for state and national economies. Exports hit 107 million tons in 2011 and a record 126 million tons in 2012; 105 million tons is projected for 2013.
New study documents benefits of coal exports for state and national economies. Exports hit 107 million tons in 2011 and a record 126 million tons in 2012; 105 million tons is projected for 2013.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:09 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:09:14 GMT
Lewisburg City Council passed a resolution May 21 opposing Mon Power's $1 billion proposal to buy the Harrison power plant; Morgantown council's resolution expresses concern.
Lewisburg City Council passed a resolution May 21 opposing Mon Power's $1 billion proposal to buy the Harrison power plant; Morgantown council's resolution expresses concern.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:25 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:25:44 GMT
Directors were re-elected and shareholder measures on executive pay and corporate governance failed, while demonstrators outside protested labor practices, Mon Power's purchase of Harrison plant.
Directors were re-elected and shareholder measures on executive pay and corporate governance failed, while demonstrators outside protested labor practices, Mon Power's purchase of Harrison plant.
Monday, May 20 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:48:08 GMT
Following May 17 rebuttal testimony and a coming hearing on Mon Power's bid to buy Harrison power station, the PSC will decide if a billion-dollar coal plant is the best answer to future power demand.
Following May 17 rebuttal testimony and a coming hearing on Mon Power's bid to buy Harrison power station, the PSC will decide if a billion-dollar coal plant is the best answer to future power demand.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:39 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:39:44 GMT
Most history books cite Pennsylvania as the birthplace of America's oil and gas industry.
Most history books cite Pennsylvania as the birthplace of America's oil and gas industry.
Participants in the West Virginia Rideshare Program saved 7,818 gallons of gasoline in 2012, according to a March 14 media release from the state Department of Commerce.
It's a 4.4 percent increase from the 5,444 gallons riders saved in 2011. At the current West Virginia average cost of $3.76 per gallon for regular unleaded gas, it represents a savings of $29,395.
A recent survey shows the top three savers were Judy Ashcraft of Mineral Wells, who saved 1,125 gallons of gas for a cost savings of $4,230 at today's gas price; Michael Midkiff of Huntington, who saved 743 gallons; and Veronica Barron of Ripley, who saved 741 gallons.
The West Virginia Clean State Program, a program of the W.Va. Division of Energy and the state's Clean Cities coalition, established the Rideshare program for state employees. The online directory makes it easy for people who are interested in starting a carpool to find other state workers who live in their area.
"People can save a significant amount of money by sharing the costs of driving to work with a group, or even with just one other person," said Jeff Herholdt, director of the Division of Energy. "All it takes is a quick search of the database and you may find several people in your area who are making the same drive you are at the same time."
The directory lists more than 30 areas of the state from which commuters travel to work. When registering for the directory, state workers can list their days and hours and smoking preferences.
The directory also features a "cost of commuting" calculator for potential carpoolers to see just how much the Rideshare program could save them. There is also a list of guidelines for carpoolers to make sure it's a smooth ride for everyone.
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