By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel Editor’s Note: This is sixth in a seven-part series of columns about Leadership West Virginia, as well as the successes and challenges of W.Va. and different regions of the state. WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — The historic Greenbrier Resort is more[Read More…]
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Gov. Justice visits Ramage Elementary to applaud progress of GameChanger, celebrate Red Ribbon Week
WV Press Release Sharing DANVILLE, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice recently visited Ramage Elementary to check in with students on the progress of the GameChanger Prevention Education Program, help deliver a $114,000 check from Boone Memorial Health and ParMar Stores, and acknowledge the importance of Red Ribbon Week in West[Read More…]
Team 13 from Mountaineer Middle School wins 34th WVU Pumpkin Drop
WV Press Release Sharing (Editor’s note: This release has been updated since its initial publication to correct the second and third place finishers.) MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Plummeting pumpkins paved the way for future engineers at the 34th Pumpkin Drop event hosted by the West Virginia University Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral[Read More…]
Fairmont State University, WVSOM announce partnership
FSU students who successfully complete all requirements receive guaranteed acceptance to WVSOM FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Students attending Fairmont State University who are interested in applying to osteopathic medical school now have an advantage. The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) and Fairmont State University have signed a memorandum of understanding[Read More…]
Williams files pre-candidacy papers to run for WV governor
The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Huntington Mayor Steve Williams took another step Thursday in his announced plan to run for governor by filing his pre-candidacy papers with the West Virginia Secretary of State’s office. Williams is the only Democrat in that race so far. Cecil Silva of the Lincoln County[Read More…]
Martinsburg Rotary welcomes WVU President Gordon Gee
By Toni Milbourne, The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Members of the Rotary Club of Martinsburg were treated to the wit and charm of West Virginia University President Gordon Gee as he served as a guest speaker for the club’s weekly lunch meeting. Gee is currently serving for the second time[Read More…]
State Champions
Elkins High Band Drumline dazzles By Edgar Kelley, The Inter-Mountain ELKINS, W.Va. — The Elkins High School Band Drumline was named Grand Champion at the Philip Barbour Horseshoe Classic/Governor’s Cup Finals held at George Byrer Field this past weekend. The Tigers scored 171 out of a possible 200 points to[Read More…]
Opinion: The Look of Leadership
By Greg Kozera, Shale Crescent USA Lynnda and I thank everyone for their prayers and well wishes for her recovery. We know prayer is powerful. Pain from the 6-inch incision on her breast where the mass was removed has been minimal. She describes it as discomfort not pain. At home[Read More…]
WVPA Foundation Internship and Scholarship applications now open
WV Press News Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Press Association Foundation is accepting applications from students for 2024 paid Summer Internships at West Virginia newspapers and 2024 college scholarships. The programs are open to students in fields such as journalism, business management, human resources, advertising, social media and[Read More…]
Media Advisory: West Virginia American Water to host Community Open House
WV Press Release Sharing WHAT: West Virginia American Water will be hosting a Community Open House. The company’s new customers in the Eastern Panhandle will have the opportunity to meet members of the West Virginia American Water team and learn more about their new water and wastewater service provider. Representatives[Read More…]
