The Chinese Fire Lance: The “Gun” That Started It All
Every modern firearm traces its lineage back to something that barely resembles a gun by today’s standards: no trigger, no stock, no bullet as we now understand it. What it did have was the single idea that changed warfare forever: controlled fire, directed forward. That idea was the fire lance. Long before muskets, rifles, or…
Monday Night RAW Review; January 5th
Women’s Tag Team Championships: Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky vs Asuka and Kairi Sane Iyo Sky and Asuka started the match, and Sky came out firing immediately; fast offense, quick transitions, and constant pressure. Early on, Asuka and Sane were thrown to the outside, and Ripley followed with a leap from the apron that wiped…
Governor Morrisey Issues Statement on the Retirement of Senator Donna Boley
Charleston, West Virginia; January 10th, 2026. West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has issued an official statement marking the retirement of State Senator Donna Boley, recognizing her years of public service and her role in shaping legislative policy in the Mountain State. The statement, released through the Office of the Governor, reflects on Senator Boley’s tenure…
Governor Morrisey Unveils Tax Relief Proposal Ahead of Legislative Session, Ties Plan to Federal Economic Direction
Charleston, West Virginia; January 6th, 2026. With the upcoming legislative session approaching, Governor Patrick Morrisey has laid out a tax relief proposal he says is intended to keep West Virginia moving in the same economic direction now being set at the federal level, building on what the administration describes as renewed momentum following President Trump’s…
Governor Morrisey Weighs In on Maduro’s Capture, Calls It a Win for Security and Accountability
Charleston, West Virginia; January 5th, 2026 Governor Patrick Morrisey released a statement responding to the capture of Nicolás Maduro, and the tone was clear, steady, and supportive of what he described as a long-overdue step toward accountability and regional security. The governor didn’t frame it as some abstract foreign policy chess move. He framed it…
THE IMMORTALS: A BLOOD AND DUST WESTERN ABOUT 7 HARD PEOPLE, 5 HARDER WOLVES, AND 1 JOB THAT WAS NEVER SUPPOSED TO BE SURVIVABLE
If you like Westerns that feel like they’ve got weight in the saddle, this is the one, because it doesn’t read like a checklist of tropes, it reads like a campfire story told by somebody who wants you to see the faces, hear the voices, and feel the pause right before the shooting starts; you’re…
YouTuber Spotlight: Kallmekris (Kris Collins), Someone You Actually Want to Sit and Listen To
Kris Collins didn’t come out of the gate trying to be a brand, a movement, or the loudest voice in the room. She came online the way a lot of people did during that strange stretch of time when the world slowed down, by messing around, trying things, and seeing what stuck. What’s different is…
West Virginia Remembers Dr. Margaret Staggers
Charleston, West Virginia; January 2nd, 2026 West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey issued a public statement this week marking the passing of Dr. Margaret Staggers, recognizing her life of service, leadership, and professional dedication to the people of the Mountain State; the Governor’s statement reflected on her contributions not only as a physician, but as a…
West Virginia Secures $199 Million in 2026 from Rural Healthcare Transformation Fund
Charleston, West Virginia; December 30th, 2025. West Virginia is set to receive $199 million in funding for 2026 through the Rural Healthcare Transformation Fund, according to an official announcement issued directly by the WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey. The funding is designated for rural health care systems across the state and is presented…
Ripley Man Arrested and Jailed Following Overnight Shooting, Sheriff’s Department Confirms
Ripley, West Virginia; December 29th, 2025 The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that a Ripley man was arrested and incarcerated following an overnight shooting incident investigated by county deputies in coordination with local law-enforcement partners. In a public statement released by the department, deputies identified Phillip Goodwin, age 24, as the individual taken into custody…
Animal Spotlight: The Hellbender, Appalachia’s Living River Relic
There are animals in Appalachia that feel familiar and animals that feel ancient. The hellbender falls squarely into the second category. This creature looks like it belongs to another time because, in many ways, it does. Long before roads cut through the mountains and towns settled along the creeks, hellbenders were already there, clinging to…
State Officials Warn Business Owners of Misleading 2026 Annual Report Solicitations
Charleston, West Virginia; December 26th, 2025 State officials are warning business owners to be cautious of third-party solicitations offering to file 2026 annual reports for a fee, advising that these notices are not issued by the state and are not required for compliance. According to the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office, businesses have reported…
Governor Morrisey Issues Statement on the Passing of Larry Edgell
Charleston, West Virginia; December 26th, 2025 Governor Patrick Morrisey has issued an official statement following the passing of Larry Edgell, marking the loss of a figure whose life, according to the Governor’s Office, was defined by sustained service to the people of West Virginia. The statement, released by the Office of the Governor, reflects not…
West Virginia Department of Health Outlines Key Public Health Achievements for 2025
Charleston, West Virginia; December 23rd, 2025 The close of the calendar year brought a formal accounting of progress, as the West Virginia Department of Health released an update detailing its major achievements throughout 2025, documenting efforts that shaped public health delivery, preparedness, and oversight across the state. According to the department’s official update, 2025 was…
Five WVU Medicine Skilled Nursing Units Receive Federal Recognition for Quality Care
Morgantown, West Virginia; December 22nd, 2025 Within the steady rhythm of daily care, where progress is measured not in headlines but in patient recovery and consistency, five skilled nursing units within WVU Medicine have been formally recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for meeting established federal quality standards. The recognition, announced through…
WVU Commencement Opens a New Chapter as Graduates Celebrate Under New University President
Morgantown, West Virginia; December 22nd, 2025 The voices of graduates, families, and faculty filled the Coliseum as West Virginia University marked commencement with a ceremony that carried both ending and beginning in equal measure. Degrees were conferred, traditions upheld, and a new university president stood at the center of a moment meant to be remembered.…
Christmas Day Weather in Upshur County: Why Forecast Confidence Remains Measured Despite Strong Signals
Buckhannon, WV; December 22nd, 2025 As Christmas Day approaches, many residents across Upshur County have seen forecasts suggesting temperatures well above seasonal norms, with some outside voices even floating highs into the mid to upper 60s; while such numbers understandably catch attention, a closer look at the atmospheric setup shows why official forecasts, and our…
A Small Pause at Year’s End; Governor Morrisey Extends Christmas Holiday for State Employees
Charleston, West Virginia; December 20th, 2025 As the final workdays of the year approach and offices across West Virginia begin to slow, Governor Patrick Morrisey moved to give state employees something increasingly rare in modern public service: time. According to an official announcement from the WV Office of the Governor, Governor Morrisey has granted state…
Governor Morrisey Announces New Appointments to the Office of General Counsel
Charleston, West Virginia; December 18th, 2025 Governor Patrick Morrisey has announced several new hires within the Office of General Counsel, expanding the legal leadership team that supports the executive branch of West Virginia’s state government, according to an official release from the WEST VIRGINIA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR. The announcement outlines the appointment of attorneys…
Attorney General McCuskey Leads Multistate Coalition Defending Children and Religious Freedom
Charleston, West Virginia; December 18th, 2025 West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey is leading a multistate coalition aimed at defending the rights of children and protecting religious freedom, according to an official announcement released by the OFFICE OF THE WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL. The announcement states that Attorney General McCuskey, alongside attorneys general from…
West Virginia Defends Save Women’s Sports Act Before the U.S. Supreme Court
Charleston, West Virginia; December 17th, 2025 West Virginia has formally carried its defense of the Save Women’s Sports Act to the highest court in the nation, as Attorney General JOHN B. MCCUSKEY filed a legal brief with the UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT, arguing that the state’s law is constitutional and consistent with long-standing principles governing…
Governor Morrisey Details Measurable Progress and Ongoing Reform in West Virginia’s Child Welfare System
Charleston, West Virginia; December 17th, 2025 Governor Patrick Morrisey on Tuesday presented an extended update on what his administration described as measurable and sustained progress within West Virginia’s child welfare system, outlining statistical improvements, operational reforms, and proposed legislative actions aimed at strengthening protections for vulnerable children while reducing long standing systemic strain. Speaking at…
A Message to Our Readers: Growth, Gratitude, and a Sustainable Path Forward
Hello, readers, I just wanted to take the time to thank each and every one of you, again, for your loyalty and readership; I see that we have quite a dedicated and widespread readership and that means more than what words can express. Our numbers (in total as gathered yesterday, Dec 15th at 12am)…
West Virginia Buck Harvest Totals Decline in 2025 Compared With Prior Seasons, WVDNR Data Show
Charleston, West Virginia; December 16th, 2025 Official harvest data released by the WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF NATURAL RESOURCES show that hunters harvested fewer antlered deer during the 2025 traditional buck firearms season than in each of the two previous years, according to preliminary figures collected through the agency’s electronic game check system. The WVDNR reported…
What the Record Shows; A Review of First-Hand Filings in the West Virginia American Water Rate Case
Charleston, W.Va.; December 16th, 2025 A review of first-hand regulatory records related to the proposed West Virginia American Water rate increase shows a process that is, at this stage, procedural in nature, without any formal characterization of public sentiment, opposition, or support contained within the official filings themselves. Based solely on documents filed directly with…
West Virginia Weather Outlook
Buckhannon WV; December 16th, 2025 West Virginia will see a cold but relatively quiet weather day on Tuesday as high pressure remains in control across much of the eastern United States. Skies across the state are expected to range from mostly sunny to partly cloudy, with no organized storm systems moving through the region. Widespread…
Upshur County Weather Outlook
Buckhannon WV, December 16th, 2025 Winter conditions are expected to continue across Upshur County on Tuesday, with cold temperatures and lingering snow remaining a factor through the day. Recent observations indicate snow depth across the county remains just over five inches, with the snowpack showing signs of compaction rather than melt. Surface and ground temperatures…
Cold, Wind, and Slick Roads Likely to Persist Across West Virginia Today
Buckhannon, WV; December 15th, 2025 As the day gets underway, cold winter conditions are likely to persist across much of West Virginia, with limited improvement expected through the afternoon. Cold air remains established near the surface, and existing snowpack in parts of the state is expected to continue influencing temperatures and road conditions. Morning temperatures…
Upshur County Morning Weather Report
Buckhannon, WV; December 15th, 2025 Upshur County begins the day under firm winter conditions following a night of strong radiational cooling, reinforced by snow cover and cold-soaked ground. Early morning conditions favor very slow warming, with surface temperatures lagging well behind any modest air-temperature recovery. Temperatures Morning lows across Upshur County are likely in the…
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Grows Brighter and Greener as New Telescope Images Track Its Approach
Washington, D.C.; December 13th, 2025. New telescope imagery released by federal space agencies confirms that Comet 3I/ATLAS, only the third confirmed interstellar object ever observed passing through our solar system, is becoming progressively brighter and exhibiting an increasingly green hue as it continues along its trajectory; the observations come directly from spacecraft and ground-based survey…
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