WV Hive, WVU Tech Launch Lab foster expanding entrepreneurial ecosystem West Virginia Press Association BECKLEY, W.Va. – Community entrepreneurs and West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech) students presented their business ideas before an expert panel of judges and a live audience at the Pitch Southern West Virginia Business[Read More…]
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Opinion: Voters should rely on “trusted sources” for election and campaign information for WV’s May 14 Primary
By W.Va. Secretary of State Mac Warner With a divided electorate that has been galvanized by the policy issues facing the nation since 2020, many passionate Americans have taken a newfound interest in voting information and the mechanics of election administration. To protect the bedrock of our democracy – the[Read More…]
WVU Nursing & BridgeValley partnership providing pathway for RNs to obtain bachelor’s degree
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Through a new dedicated partnership between the West Virginia University School of Nursing and BridgeValley Community and Technical College, students will be able to seamlessly transition from their associate degree to become a baccalaureate-prepared registered nurse. The 3-1 pathway allows BridgeValley students to complete their two-year associate degree, then take the[Read More…]
Regatta Commission announces 2024 entertainment lineup
Headliners include Montgomery Gentry ft Eddie Montgomery, Shaggy, The Fab Four, and I Love the 90s Tour CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Charleston Sternwheel Regatta Commission and Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin have announced the entertainment lineup for the 2024 Charleston Sternwheel Regatta. Shaggy, Wednesday, July 3 The Fab Four, Thursday, July[Read More…]
Rural Development partners with local organization to support high-speed internet deployment in rural West Virginia communities
West Virginia Press Association MORGANTOWN, W.Va.– U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development West Virginia State Director Ryan Thorn today announced that Rural Development is partnering with Generation West Virginia to support high-speed internet services in rural areas of southern West Virginia. Rural Development is awarding $610,116 through the Broadband Technical Assistance[Read More…]
West Virginia Supreme Court overturns Intermediate Court for 1st time
Justices’ ruling breaks big new legal ground By Matt Harvey, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Supreme Court has overturned a ruling by the fledgling Intermediate Court of Appeals for the first time, and clarified workers’ compensation law in the process. In an opinion authored by Justice[Read More…]
Morgantown High School captures second consecutive Academic Showdown championship
West Virginia Press Association Staff Report CHARLESTON, W.Va. – In a nail biter that saw an overtime round and a forced final match, Morgantown High School edged out Bluefield to claim its second consecutive Academic Showdown state title. However, unlike in 2023, it was the competitor’s from Morgantown’s Team One[Read More…]
Justice: Laws need changed on child abuse disclosure, but hands tied federally
By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice said Tuesday that while he would support changing state laws to lessen restrictions on the kinds of information West Virginia human resources officials can disclose when the death of a child is involved, he said[Read More…]
West Virginia Hive hosting ‘Coffee Talks’ session on Tuesday, April 30, in Princeton
West Virginia Press Association PRINCETON, W.Va. – West Virginia Hive is hosting its next “Coffee Talks” networking session from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 30, at Wild Roots Coffeehouse, 860 Mercer Street in Princeton. The public is encouraged to attend this free event, but registration is required. The event[Read More…]
Editorial: WV laws on transgender athletes under federal court scrutiny
The Wayne County News, HD Media The status of West Virginia laws preventing transgender girls from participating on girls and women’s sports teams became less clear last week following a federal court decision on whether a middle schooler should be allowed to participate in cross country and track. The 4th[Read More…]
