MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A West Virginia University economist believes the natural gas industry could have a tremendous impact on the state’s economy, and that the development of public policy and infrastructure in West Virginia can help bring about substantial economic impact from the fossil fuel. John Deskins, director of WVU’s Bureau of Business and[Read More…]
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Editorial: The cost of a West Virginian’s life
From the Times West Virginian of Fairmont: What is the monetary value of the life of a West Virginian? Our attorney general seems to know. Earlier this month, Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office settled an opioid-related case against McKesson Corp. for $37 million. While it’s hard to turn one’s nose[Read More…]
West Virginia’s legislative special session restarts Monday, but much still a mystery
By Ryan Quinn, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s special legislative session is set to reconvene 2 p.m. Monday, but the Republican Senate president has said his proposed education legislation may not be ready for perhaps two more weeks. Though they didn’t express anger or disappointment over it, the House[Read More…]
Editorial: What federal investigations of Governor Justice say about West Virginia
From the Register-Herald of Beckley: Gov. Jim Justice is developing a track record in public governance and personal finance management that does not give West Virginia or his business acumen a good look. Put another way, our governor, as our representative on a national stage, is regarded as a reflection[Read More…]
Editorial: Drug abuse prevention, education key for West Virginia
From The Journal of Martinsburg: Some children are already using drugs at the age of 12 or 13, according to studies like the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. These kids, researchers estimate, are likely using even earlier. If abuse continues into later adolescence, abusers typically advance into other[Read More…]
Fresh food have long road to market in West Virginia
By Matt Combs, The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — Access to and the need for fresh vegetables is central in combating health issues in West Virginia. The term “food desert” is often thrown about to discuss the lack of access to fresh foods, especially in the rural reaches of the state. West Virginia’s[Read More…]
Editorial: When it comes to education reform in West Virginia, shareholders need to do some more homework
From The Exponent Telegram of Clarksburg: If all had gone as originally planned, West Virginia lawmakers were supposed to convene in a special session on Monday to continue efforts to “reform” public education. Gov. Jim Justice and legislative leaders had designed the plan to save on costs, since lawmakers were[Read More…]
Technology, partnerships help Marshall University’s business college
By TAYLOR STUCK, The Herald-Dispatch of Huntington HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Standing behind a glass panel, associate professor and director of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the Marshall University Lewis College of Business, Marc Sollosy picked up a neon yellow marker and began writing on the glass. Standing on[Read More…]
