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State politicians spar over Hope Scholarship
By RealWV Staff, CHARLESTON, WV — Officials from the Democratic and Republican parties in West Virginia traded jabs this week over the Hope Scholarship’s effects on public schools. The comments came in response to a lawsuit filed by public school parents in Mingo County. “It is unfortunate that the Hope Scholarship is still being used […]
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THIS WEEK IN WV HISTORY: Sep 13–19
The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history.
Real West Virginian of the Week: Stacie Dei — Investing in the people who build West Virginia
When Stacie Dei talks about the future of West Virginia, she doesn’t begin with buildings, businesses, or economic development. She begins with people.
Why Caden Glover chose home over Nashville
This story is part of RealWV’s year-long focus on youth and belonging in West Virginia, exploring the difficult decisions young people face when deciding whether to stay or leave.
Mercer County Animal Shelter announces code red status
Mercer County Animal Shelter is currently in crisis and asking the community for help.
The Simple Spoon brings Southern comfort food and a taste of nostalgia to Lewisburg
A new restaurant coming to Lewisburg is hoping to offer diners more than a meal — it’s hoping to give them a reason to slow down and stay awhile.
Dear Grace: Conversations that matter
I’m getting married soon. Should I change my name?
YNST Magazine team believes you can stay in WV & ‘do the cool shit’
This story is part of RealWV’s year-long focus on youth and belonging in West Virginia, exploring the difficult decisions young people face when deciding whether to stay or leave.
At 18, Stella Neeley left West Virginia. It wasn’t long until she came back.
This story is part of RealWV’s year-long focus on youth and belonging in West Virginia, exploring the difficult decisions young people face when deciding whether to stay or leave.