By Jenni Vincent The Journal CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. — A self-proclaimed activist, Pauline Mejia is no stranger to spending lots of time – both professional and personal-working on behalf of others, including migrant workers, homeless individuals and heroin addicts. And as a member of the West Virginia Advisory Committee to[Read More…]
Month: September 2015
The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Sept. 1
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press’s business development specialist for West Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers: 1. POPE SAYS PRIESTS IN HOLY YEAR CAN ABSOLVE ‘SIN OF ABORTION’ Francis[Read More…]
Manchin to host town hall event on the Iran Deal
He will also deliver remarks at the West Virginia Business Summit and participate in a roundtable discussion in Preston County Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) will travel around West Virginia and meet with local residents, community and business leaders and state and local officials to[Read More…]
Capito announces events in West Virginia this week
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) will participate in several events throughout West Virginia this week. On Tuesday, she will visit Southern West Virginia to meet with business leaders and others to discuss economic development and improving broadband access in those regions. On Wednesday, Senator Capito will join Google[Read More…]
Gov. Tomblin announces appointment to state parole board
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced the appointment of former State Senator David Nohe to the West Virginia Parole Board. “From serving in his hometown community to representing constituents on a statewide level, David’s professional background exemplifies a life of public service,” Gov. Tomblin said. “I believe[Read More…]
Morrisey announces transfer of surplus antitrust funds to state general revenue fund
Morrisey: ‘I am pleased that we can continue to be good stewards of the state’s money.’ CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Attorney General Patrick Morrisey today announced his Office will transfer more than $60,000 of surplus funds from antitrust enforcement activities to the state’s General Revenue Fund. “I’m proud to have a[Read More…]
