By Steven Baublitz, The Exponent Telegram CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — In accordance with the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act, billions of dollars have been set aside to help small businesses throughout the nation, including those registered in the Mountain State. Under the Act, $376 billion was[Read More…]
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Coronavirus Update: Keeping shelves stocked, stores safe in W.Va.
By Jackie Whetzel, For The Register-Herald As days tick by during the COVID-19 pandemic, grocery store employees are proving their official desigation as “essential.” Many are in low-wage positions and are putting themselves on the front lines to make sure the shelves are stocked with food and other basic necessities.[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: Death confirmed at skilled nursing center in Charleston,W.Va.
Release from Stonerise Healthcare: CHARLESTON, W.Va. (April 19, 2020, 9:30 a.m.) – Eastbrook Center, a skilled nursing center in Charleston, today confirmed the first death of a patient related to COVID-19. The patient was receiving care at a local hospital after testing positive for COVID-19 earlier this month. Nine other patients[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: College refunds may be put back into 529 plans
From the office of the W.Va. Treasurer: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia State Treasurer John Perdue urges anyone who paid for spring semester college expenses using savings from a SMART529 account to reinvest school refunds issued in wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Those who don’t may be subject to federal[Read More…]
Election Update: Natalie Tennant calls for robust Vote-by-Mail program in W.Va. and pushes for November preparations to be made now
Former Secretary of State Oversaw the First Full Vote-by-Mail Elections in W.Va. Release from Natalie Tennant Campaign: CHARLESTON, W.Va.- Former Secretary of State and current candidate Natalie Tennant says West Virginia should be preparing for the November General Election even as the Primary Election is underway. “It is tempting[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: WVU expert available to talk with media about why worker shortage more likely than food shortage
Release from WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Ednilson Bernardes, chair of the Global Supply Chain Management program within West Virginia University’s John Chambers College of Business and Economics, says companies like Smithfield and Tyson Foods closing their meat-producing plants is unlikely to lead to a food shortage. Instead, he says, the bigger threat is a[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: Stonerise Healthcare Issues Statement on COVID-19 Testing
Release from Stonerise Healthcare: CHARLESTON, W.Va. (April 16, 2020) – Stonerise Healthcare Chief Executive Officer, Larry Pack issued the following statement today regarding COVID-19 testing within skilled nursing centers. “Our crisis preparedness plans around COVID-19 have always included the recommendation and intention to test all patients and employees within a skilled[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: West Virginia Health Care Association regarding COVID-19 Testing in Long-Term Care Facilities
Release from West Virginia Health Care Association: CHARLESTON, W.Va. The West Virginia Health Care Association’s CEO, Marty Wright, issued the following statement: “We are grateful to Governor Justice for his comments on COVID-19 testing procedures in long-term care facilities. As the statewide association representing long-term care facilities, we have consistently[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. Governor’s press briefing at 4:15 p.m. today
Media participation deadline is 2 p.m. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The office of the Governor has issued the following media advisory: 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, Thursday, April 16, 2020, at 4;15 p.m. West Virginians can[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 723 cases, 12 deaths as of 10 a.m. today
WV Press Update: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 16. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 723Total Lab Results reported – 18,027Total Deaths – 12 See the graphics below for more information. The[Read More…]