Lawmakers’ letter rejects inclusion of Air Force’s legislative proposal 480 in upcoming defense budget WASHINGTON, D.C. — On May 7, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee, joined a group of 81 bipartisan, bicameral colleagues to call on the U.S. Senate and House Armed[Read More…]
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Marshall University announces partnership with Cabell County Schools
New automatic admission program aimed at removing barriers for students HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – In a press conference on May 7 at Huntington High School, Marshall University and Cabell County Schools announced a distinctive partnership, a groundbreaking initiative to simplify the path to higher education for local high school graduates. Under this program,[Read More…]
Leah Hurley joins NRGRDA and WV Hive as Grants Compliance Coordinator
West Virginia Press Association BECKLEY, W.Va. – The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) and West Virginia Hive announced Leah Hurley as its new Grants Compliance Coordinator. Hurley, from Lakewood, Ohio, and now residing in Richwood, is a specialist in local, state and federal grant funding and compliance as[Read More…]
Concord University launches first integrated career services website in the state
West Virginia Press Association ATHENS, W.Va. – Concord University students will now have 24-7 access to AI-powered interview, cover letter, LinkedIn, and resume assistance through the first virtual integrated career services website in West Virginia. Resources, articles, blogs, and support designed specifically for student interests and career pathways will be available, and the platform will allow students to explore data trends and[Read More…]
WVU Economist: Expansion of manufacturing could improve state’s economic outlook
By Emma Delk, The Intelligencer WHEELING, W.Va. – As 38 counties in West Virginia see decreases in average annual employment growth, West Virginia University economist John Deskins cites expanding the state’s manufacturing industry as one way to “spark” economic development in these counties. Deskins serves as the assistant dean and[Read More…]
Raleigh County students to get free meals in ’24-25
By Josephine E. Moore, The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — Raleigh County Schools will offer free breakfasts and lunches to students in all grade levels starting next school year. The Raleigh County Board of Education approved the decision during a special meeting Monday morning. Raleigh County Schools Superintendent Serena Starcher said[Read More…]
Hatfield resigns as Williamson mayor
By Nancy Peyton Brown, Williamson Daily News WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — Williamson Mayor Charles Hatfield resigned Friday, May 3 during an emergency meeting of the city council, citing an ongoing criminal investigation into his time as CEO of the former Williamson Memorial Hospital. City Clerk Alma Smith, who has served in[Read More…]
Editorial: Mental Health: Know the resources available to you
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel Declaring an awareness month is easy. Using the extra attention given during that month to actually make a difference is another story. But state Department of Human Services Bureau for Behavioral Health officials are certainly trying during this Mental Health Awareness Month. West Virginia joins[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin, colleagues introduce bipartisan Protect and Serve Act
Joined by U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the bipartisan Protect and Serve Act to support law enforcement officers in West Virginia and across the country. The legislation would make it a federal crime to knowingly cause, or attempt to[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Regional school safety meetings to address threats to child safety
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) will host a series of regional school safety meetings beginning in Charleston, May 7, 2024, at the Embassy Suites, 300 Court Street. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), West Virginia Department of Homeland Security, the Fusion Center and county/school administrators will[Read More…]
