Senior elected vice president of NASSP National Student Council
Fairmont senior Jameson Posey was elected vice president of communications for the first-ever National Student Council created by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Posey, a longtime student leader, will advocate for students on federal education issues while continuing activities in drama, choir, and cheer.
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West Fairmont Middle School
Posey
National Association of Student Councils
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West Virginia
NASC
West Fairmont Middle
West Taylor Elementary
Common Sense
Ronn Nozce
Fairmont Senior
Fairmont State University
Fairmont
Polar Bears
Eric Cravey
Jamyson Posey
Fairmont Senior High
Whitesville rail trail opens first phase in Raleigh County
The Clear Fork Rail Trail in Whitesville, about five miles along an abandoned CSX line, opens its first phase with a gravel surface and scenic features. Leaders highlight community support, ongoing fundraising for a 10 mile second phase, and plans for broader use by residents and visitors alike.
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Raleigh County
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National Coal Heritage Authority
Raleigh County Commission
Williams
Region I Planning and Development Council
Alpha Metallurgical Resources
Jerrold’s Valley
Adam
Cheryl Nichols
Nichols
Boone
Raleigh Countyparks. Org
Clear-Fork
WV Foster Care Lawsuit Seeks Release Of Deliberative Records
West Virginia and New York NGO A Better Childhood filed a 2019 suit alleging mistreatment of thousands of foster children. They accuse state officials of withholding at least 2,610 documents under deliberative process privilege, while DoHS cites executive decision making and media scrutiny. The case targets DoHS and Gov. Jim Justice as lawmakers critique lack of access and foster care conditions for about 6,100 children statewide. West Virginia Watch reports on the dispute and potential sanctions.
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West Virginia
A Better Childhood
Dohs
Jim Justice
Governor’s Office
Boone County
CPS
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