CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the first allotment of designated healthcare provider funding through the CARES Act. Of the $30 billion released today, West Virginia received $246.5 million for 1,772 providers – less than 1% of the[Read More…]
Latest News
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 536 cases, 5 deaths as of 1 p.m., today
WV Press Update: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 1 p.m. on Friday, April 10. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 536Total Lab Results reported – 14,537Total Deaths – 5 See the graphic below. The West Virginia Department[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. Governor virtual press briefing today at 4 p.m.
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, Friday, April 10, at 4 p.m. All West Virginians can[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: Surge in cases expected to peak in W.Va. on April 15
By Phil Kabler, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia officials provided the first detailed glimpse of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic in the state during Thursday’s coronavirus briefing. Dr. Clay Marsh, vice president for health sciences at West Virginia University and the state’s COVID-19 czar, said the numbers are[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: Growing shortages of PPE supplies threaten long-term care’s aggressive fight in W.Va.
Release from the West Virginia Health Care Association: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The State of West Virginia’s early, aggressive protections of the elderly and vulnerable residents against COVID-19 in long-term care facilities are at risk of being nullified if the supplies of personal protective equipment, or PPE, continue to dry up.[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. working class families will bear the economic burden
By Sean O’Leary Opinion column for 100 Days in Appalachia In just a few short weeks, the daily lives of Americans have completely changed. Across the country schools, restaurants, bars, stores, libraries and more are closing. The phrase “social distancing” is now a part of our daily language. All of[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: WV Secretary of State, Philanthropy WV promote charitable accountability during pandemic
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In the midst of the COVID-19 response, West Virginia nonprofits are on the front lines and grappling with growing needs and declining revenue. To ensure that West Virginia’s citizens, companies, and foundations are able to assist nonprofits, West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner and Philanthropy West Virginia[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: Mon Health System adhering to CDC guidelines, permitting homemade masks to be worn in facilities
Release from Mon Health System: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Hospitals making up the Mon Health System are now allowing employees to wear homemade masks in designated areas during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital CEO Avah Stalnaker noted, “We can now use homemade masks for employees that are not[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 485 cases, Five deaths as of 1 p.m., Thursday
WV Press Update CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 9. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 485Total Lab Results reported – 12,934Total Deaths – 5 See the graphic below. The West Virginia Department[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: Closing church doors in W.Va. isn’t a lack of faith, it’s an act of compassion
By David Hulme For 100 Days of Appalachia If there was a seminary class on being a pastor during a pandemic, I missed it. That’s OK, because I have a substantial digital library of biblical commentaries, theological works, and assorted other Christian books. When I realized COVID-19 was a serious[Read More…]
