West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia recorded a $63.7 million surplus in May, which boosts the state’s year-to-date surplus to $701.1 million. In May, total General Revenue Fund collections exceeded $397.3 million, bringing the cumulative year-to-date collections for Fiscal Year 2024 to[Read More…]
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WVU’s West Virginia Small Satellite Center Team awarded 2024 Mission Concept University Nanosat Program Grant
West Virginia Press Association MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The West Virginia Small Satellite Center (WVSSC) at West Virginia University (WVU) is among eight teams selected to work with NASA’s CubeSat Launch Initiative (CSLI) and the U.S. military as part of the 2024 Mission Concept University Nanosat Program (UNP). The team’s principal investigator[Read More…]
EXPERT PITCH: WVU expert offers advice for beginners wanting to spend more time outdoors
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The outdoors are calling as summer rolls in and the knowledgeable staff at the West Virginia University Adventure WV program know just where to find the best recreational opportunities. Associate Director Morgan Haas provides insight on how beginners can enjoy the outdoors and what families can do in the Mountain State, including[Read More…]
Asher Agency celebrates 50th anniversary
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In July, Asher Agency will celebrate its half-century legacy and its success as a full-service advertising, marketing, and public relations agency. In addition to its Fort Wayne, Ind., headquarters, Asher has offices in Charleston, W.Va., Washington D.C., and Indianapolis, Ind. Steve Morrison, Vice[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin registers as Independent
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) released the following statement after he registered as an independent at the West Virginia State Capitol. “From my first day in public service in 1982, I have always focused on doing what’s best for my state and[Read More…]
Second year of state funding to provide relief to West Virginians facing food insecurity
By Damian Phillips, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. — During the special legislative session earlier this month, state lawmakers approved millions of dollars in funding for food assistance programs around West Virginia for a second year. Lawmakers appropriated $10 million for the Posey Perry Emergency Food Fund for distribution to[Read More…]
Gov. Justice updates the public about travel plaza renovations
By Greg Jordan, Bluefield Daily Telegraph BECKLEY, W.Va. — Work on new travel plazas in both Mercer and Raleigh counties was proceeding Thursday as Gov. Jim Justice signed legislation aiming $150 million at paving West Virginia’s secondary roadways. Gov. Jim Justice met at Tamarack in Raleigh County along with Secretary[Read More…]
Williamson Memorial seeks financial assistance from county
By Heather Wolford, Mingo Messenger WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — Williamson Memorial’s Chief Executive Officer Timothy Hatfield approached the Mingo County Commission on Tuesday, May 21, requesting financial aid of $1 million from the Economic Development Fund. Hatfield began by providing a brief history of the Williamson Health and Wellness Center, detailing its[Read More…]
250th anniversary of Beeline March to be celebrated throughout coming months
By Tabitha Johnston, The Shepherdstown Chronicle SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. — For the first time since its founding in 1990, the West Virginia Association of Museum will hold its annual conference in Shepherdstown. The conference, scheduled for June 6-8, will focus on the theme, “America at 250: West Virginia Plans for the Semiquincentennial.”[Read More…]
Expanded WV Bigfoot Festival returns June 27 through 29
Braxton Citizens’ News SUTTON, W.Va. — This year’s marks the fourth year that the West Virginia Bigfoot Festival has been held in Braxton County. The festival has been founded and operated by the West Virginia Bigfoot Museum, in Downtown Sutton since 2021. This year’s festival will be held on Thursday[Read More…]
