Legislation would create a bicameral fiscal commission to find legislative solutions to stabilize and decrease national debt WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Mitt Romney (R-UT) have introduced the bipartisan Fiscal Stability Act to strengthen America’s fiscal health and stabilize the nation’s finances for future generations. The legislation would[Read More…]
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West Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association offering $5,000 scholarships to W.Va. College students studying landscape and horticulture
Deadline for applications is Dec. 1, 2023 CHARLESTON, W.VA. – The West Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association (WVNLA) Marcus W. Rennix Memorial Scholarship program is accepting applications for Mountain State students studying horticulture, landscape architecture, and nursery and greenhouse management. The deadline for applications to be submitted is December 1,[Read More…]
W.Va. State Senator Mike Caputo issues statement thanking U.S. Senator Joe Manchin
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — W.Va. State Senator Mike Caputo, D-Marion, issued the following statement thanking U.S. Senator Joe Manchin: First, I’d like to thank Senator Manchin for his years of service to state of West Virginia. I wish him and Gayle all the best in whatever the future may bring to them[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin: I will not seek re-election
See video statement here: To the West Virginians who have put their trust in me and fought side by side to make our state better – it has been an honor of my life to serve you – Thank you West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – On Nov. 9,[Read More…]
New River Gorge Regional Development Authority to host New River Gorge Economic Outlook Summit Nov. 16
WV Press Release Sharing BECKLEY, W.Va. – The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) is hosting its New River Gorge Economic Outlook Summit November 16 at the Black Knight Conference Center in Beckley from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. The event will highlight two valuable economic presentations that will offer[Read More…]
West Virginia Gov. Justice promises to back 5% teacher, state employee pay raise
By Charles Young, WV News CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice plans to back a 5% raise for teachers and state employees during the 2024 regular session of the West Virginia Legislature. Justice, during a press briefing Wednesday, said the pay increase would offset proposed Public Employees Insurance Agency premium[Read More…]
West Virginia State University hosts grand opening for cybersecurity innovation center
WV Press Release Sharing INSTITUTE, W.Va. – West Virginia State University (WVSU) hosted a grand opening ceremony on Nov. 8 for its new Cybersecurity Innovation Center (CIC), a cutting-edge facility dedicated to promoting cybersecurity awareness and knowledge within West Virginia and beyond. Located on the fourth floor of Wallace Hall[Read More…]
Wilson to retire from West Virginia Board of Education
By Steven Allen Adams, Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Dr. James S. Wilson, a former member and president of the Marshall County Board of Education, is retiring from the West Virginia Board of Education as his term expires. State Board of Education President Paul Hardesty announced Wilson’s retirement[Read More…]
State Fire Marshal recognizes HES student
By Suzanne Stewart, The Pocahontas Times HILLSBORO, W.Va. — West Virginia State Fire Marshal Ken Tyree made a special trip to Hillsboro Elementary School last Friday to present an award to Madison Scott, who won the sixth annual Fire Safety Poster contest. Tyree explained that Fire Prevention Week was established[Read More…]
‘State of Emergency’ issued for Hampshire County Schools’ special education services
By Review Staff, Hampshire Review CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The state Board of Education placed Hampshire County Schools’ special education services under a “state of emergency” at their monthly meeting today. The Board placed the county schools’ special education services under a state of emergency in order to address critical areas[Read More…]
