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Cemetery's new flower policy sparks concern, controversy

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www.youtube.com – WCHS Eyewitness News – 2025-04-24 15:00:35

SUMMARY: Residents of Spring Hill Cemetery are expressing frustration over a new policy that prohibits artificial flowers and wreaths as grave decorations, only permitting natural options. Minnie Leonard, a local with family members buried there, argues that many cannot afford to consistently buy real flowers. Charleston City Council member Shannon Snodgrass shares her disagreement with the policy, emphasizing the importance of honoring loved ones through traditions like grave decoration. The cemetery cites cleanliness issues during mowing season as the reason for the change, but many are upset after learning about the decision through media rather than direct communication.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — People who have loved ones buried at Spring Hill Cemetery in Charleston are voicing their concerns about the recent change to the cemetery’s policy would no longer allow artificial flowers as decorations on graves.

FULL STORY: https://wchstv.com/news/local/spring-hill-cemetery-faces-backlash-over-ban-on-artificial-flowers#

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Conflicts in transparency and politics evident during WVU Board of Governors meeting

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www.youtube.com – WCHS Eyewitness News – 2025-06-15 16:00:53

SUMMARY: Conflicts over transparency, politics, and influence were on full display during a recent West Virginia University Board of Governors meeting. Outgoing President Gordon Gee acknowledged deep divisions as members debated leadership and past decisions, including the presidential search process. Tensions rose after new legislation stripped voting rights from student, faculty, and staff representatives. Criticism centered on board member Harry Carey, a political appointee, accused of pushing partisan interests. The board narrowly elected Rusty Hudson as chair over longtime member Rick Pill. Gee called for unity amid mounting concerns about governance and political interference, as three more board appointments loom under Governor Morrissey.

Outgoing West Virginia University President Gordon Gee said during the WVU Board of Governors meeting on Friday that this is the first time, while at WVU, that there have been divisions among the board. From transparency issues to conflicts of interest to political interference, the fragments within the board were a theme throughout.

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Katie Frazier’s Saturday June 14th Weather Forecast: It’s going to be a rainy Father’s Day

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www.youtube.com – WOAY TV – 2025-06-14 22:10:44

SUMMARY: Katie Frazier’s Saturday forecast warns of a rainy and muggy Father’s Day, with flash flood risks increasing Sunday into Monday, especially in flood-prone areas. Rain is expected across most counties starting Saturday night and continuing steadily through Sunday afternoon, affecting outdoor plans like barbecues. Fog is also likely overnight, reducing visibility Sunday morning. While no severe storms are forecast, flash flooding remains the primary concern. Temperatures will remain seasonally average in the mid-70s, with continued rain and humidity through Monday and into Thursday. Flexibility and umbrellas are advised for anyone celebrating outdoors this weekend and into the coming workweek.

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Jay's 11 p.m. Weather for Friday 06/13/25

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www.youtube.com – WOAY TV – 2025-06-13 23:18:53

SUMMARY: Jay’s 11 p.m. weather update for Friday, 06/13/25, reports ongoing strong showers and thunderstorms in northern areas. The severe thunderstorm warning for northern Nicholas County was canceled as the storm moved out, but warnings remain for northern counties and a flash flood warning exists until 12:45 a.m. for west central Pocahontas County. Rain continues east into Greenbrier Valley and Virginia, with weakened storms in southern coal fields. More rounds of rain and storms are expected through Saturday and Monday, with heavy rain causing potential ponding and flooding. Highs will be in the upper 70s to mid-80s and lows in the 60s, making for a warm, wet weekend.

Strong showers and storms are rolling through the region at this hour. More storms are forecasted as the weekend continues, and more flooding is possible in some areas.

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