WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chairman of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, today announced a finalized partnership between Marshall University and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the investigative arm of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Marshall will receive $4.25[Read More…]
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W.Va. awards Marion County nonprofit largest grant to date
By EddieTrizzino Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — The Marion County Child Advocacy Center has received a $81,247 grant from the state. For about 10 years now, funding from the state has helped to keep the child-centered nonprofit up and running. The new grant – the biggest amount granted from the[Read More…]
10 things to know: Wednesday, Aug. 28
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The regional bureau of The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. DORIAN THREATENS PUERTO RICO Forecasters say the tropical storm made a last-minute shift[Read More…]
Editorial: West Virginians should not become big losers online
From The Wheeling News-Register: Opportunities to gamble are all around us. West Virginia has more than 6,200 video betting terminals in bars, restaurants, etc. More than 6,100 of the devices operate in casinos, where table gambling also is available. If you prefer old-fashioned wagering, lottery tickets can be purchased at[Read More…]
W.Va. State Treasurer’s office issues Notice of Intent to Award in medical cannabis banking solicitation
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office has issued a Notice of Intent to Award on the Medical Cannabis Banking Request for Proposal (RFP). Monday, the State Treasurer’s Office notified the entities submitting proposals that Element Federal Credit Union has been selected as the apparent winning vendor for the[Read More…]
Gov. Justice announces $2.15 million in Child Advocacy Center grant awards across West Virginia
Release from the Office of the Governor: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice announced Tuesday the awarding of $2,149,670 in Child Advocacy Center (CAC) Grant Program Funds to 22 projects. These funds are awarded to local non-profit Child Advocacy Centers throughout the state to address the growing problem of child[Read More…]
Opinion: Rural economy enhancements required to move WV forward
By Kent A. Leonhardt West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture We hear it over and over that access to broadband is key to West Virginia’s future. As our state and other rural communities continuously struggle with connecting rural residents to the internet, President Trump and industry leaders are now exploring ways[Read More…]
Positive implications of climate change: WVU researcher sees agricultural, food availability and economic possibilities
By Jake Stump Director, WVU Research Communications MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Depending on your side of the aisle, climate change either elicits doomsday anxiety or unabashed skepticism. Jason Hubbart, director of Institute of Water Security and Science at West Virginia University, takes a more centered approach. He’s studied the undisputable changing patterns in West[Read More…]
10 things to know: Tuesday, Aug. 27
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The regional bureau of The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. WHAT LIES AHEAD FOLLOWING OPIOID JUDGMENT Oklahoma’s $572 million ruling against Johnson[Read More…]
