CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, D-WV, released the following statement on the charges announce today in the Clarksburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) investigation. “My heart goes out to the families and loved ones who tragically lost a Veteran and have had to endure this injustice. While overdue,[Read More…]
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Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 4,316 positive cases, 97 deaths as of 10 a.m. today
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 14. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 4,316 Total Lab Results reported – 211,915 Cumulative positive test percentage – 2.04 Total Deaths – 96 After 3,807 more[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: West Virginia Governor reduces social gathering limit; closes fairs, festivals, and concerts statewide; closes bars in Monongalia County
Free community COVID-19 testing this week in Barbour, Berkeley, Harrison, Jefferson, and Mercer counties Release from the office of the Governor: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – With the daily number of new COVID-19 cases continuing to climb across West Virginia, Gov. Justice announced Monday that he has issued an executive order reducing the statewide social gathering limit[Read More…]
West Virginia CARES Act grants to be available for small businesses; unemployment benefits extended
Release from the Office of the Governor: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced Mopnday that applications will soon be available online for small businesses seeking to receive funding through the Governor’s West Virginia CARES Act Small Business Grant Program. The Governor also announced, per WorkForce West Virginia, any[Read More…]
New solutions in math teaching and learning: WVU project bringing $3 million investment to West VirginiaFriday, July 10, 2020
Release from WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Experts agree that a solid math foundation opens doors for future possibilities, yet improvement in math outcomes has proven an elusive target for states across the country. Innovation is necessary, and the Mountain State is poised to lead the way. With the aid of[Read More…]
WVU Parkersburg forms partnership with West Virginia potato chip company, Mister Bee Potato Chips
Release from WVU Parkersburg: PARKERSBURG, W.Va. – West Virginia University at Parkersburg has formed a partnership with the Mister Bee Potato Chip company to collaborate with local farmers and begin producing West Virginia-grown potatoes for the company. Mary Anne Ketelsen, owner and president of Mister Bee Potato Chips, has provided[Read More…]
Stonerise at Home, Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital announce Home Health joint venture
Release from Stonerise at Home: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Stonerise at Home and Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital have announced they have entered into an agreement creating a premier home health agency serving residents of Braxton, Lewis and Gilmer counties. “We are thrilled to announce this new joint venture for[Read More…]
Arlington, Va., named ‘Fittest City’ in 2020 American Fitness Index ranking of Top 100
Release from American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the Anthem Foundation: INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Arlington, Va., has been named “America’s Fittest City” in the annual American Fitness Index rankings published by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the Anthem Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Anthem, Inc. The[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 4,259 positive cases, 96 deaths as of 10 a.m. today
Single day new case mark set on July 10 at 174 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Monday, July 13. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 4,259 Total Lab Results reported – 208,108 Cumulative positive[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. Governor’s press briefing at 12:30 p.m.
CHARLESTON, W.Va.— The office of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has announced a press briefing for today at 12:30 p.m. WHO: Gov. Jim Justice, other state officials. WHAT: Gov. Justice will provide an update for media on COVID-19 preparedness and response plans. WHEN: Today, Friday, July 10. West Virginians can watch the live stream[Read More…]
