CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Adam R. Kelly Award was established in 1991 in memory of the late Adam R. Kelly, legendary “Country Editor” columnist and former owner and editor of the Tyler Star News in Sistersville. Kelly was known nationally for his outstanding service to newspapers. The award is the highest[Read More…]
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Dow Chemical joins with Education Alliance in High School internship effort
By Lexi Browning WV Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Four students from three West Virginian high schools marked the end of their four-week internship with Dow Inc. this week by presenting capstone projects before The Education Alliance, who hosted the internships, and Dow Inc. leaders. The second annual WV Ready Summer[Read More…]
Education Alliance interns’ capstone presentations featured Toyota Motor Manufacturing WV
By Lexi Browning West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Following a four-week stint with Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia Inc., five high school students working through The Educational Alliance presented their capstones virtually on Friday to the TMMWV president, company representatives and educational leaders in the region. Facing challenges brought[Read More…]
W.Va. high school students experience real-world learning through virtual internships
West Virginia American Water, Toyota Motor Manufacturing WV, Dow Inc. partner with The Education Alliance on summer Internships WV Press Report CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Even in times of a pandemic, learning continues in West Virginia. That message was demonstrated recently during capstone presentations of high school interns participating in The Education[Read More…]
W.Va. manufacturers adapting to challenges and finding opportunities during pandemic
By Lexi Browning WV Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Throughout the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, manufacturers in West Virginia have stepped up to help prevent the spread of the deadly pandemic in their facilities. Deemed an essential service during Governor Jim Justice’s Stay-at-Home order issued March 24, manufacturers were permitted to remain[Read More…]
West Virginia part of U.S. Census’ new community response initiatives
West Virginians urged to fill out the 2020 census at www.2020census.gov By Lexi Browning West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The U.S. Census is underway, and this year, West Virginia is playing a key role in the debut of two of the Census Bureau’s new initiatives as it works for[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: County officials across West Virginia dealing with numerous challenges
By Lexi Browning West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Across West Virginia, government officials in all 55 counties are responding to a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic. Though each region faces individual challenges, these officials say they are working to find the best solutions for local residents. Serving the public: From the beginning[Read More…]
Coronavirus driving the auto industry forward in West Virginia
Impact on sales and operations differ at dealerships across the state By Lexi Browning West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Chris Miller knows a thing or two about cars, but like other business owners, he didn’t have a repair manual for handling coronavirus’ impact on the local economy. Co-owner of[Read More…]
Natural gas industry in West Virginia, state association working through challenges of Coronavirus
Industry officials say U.S. Supreme Court decision means pipeline work will resume but worker safety is still a priority By Lexi Browning West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Facing the coronavirus pandemic and a historic drop in oil prices in April, workers in the oil and natural gas industry have[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: West Virginia fabric shops get creative in virus effort
By Lexi Browning WV Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Throughout the Mountain State, many crafters — both newcomers and experts at sewing — have stepped up to help fill gaps in the state and national supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) by making reusable fabric masks for healthcare personnel and other[Read More…]
