From WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The federal government has rescinded guidance, opposed by West Virginia University and other higher education institutions, that would have required international students to enroll in in-person courses to remain lawfully present in the United States. With the revocation of the July 6 rules, regulations set forth[Read More…]
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Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 4,463 positive cases, 97 deaths as of 10 a.m. today
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 15. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 4,463 Total Lab Results reported – 215,450 Cumulative positive test percentage – 2.07 Total Deaths – 97 After 3,535 more[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Capito issues statement on charges against former Clarksburg VA employee
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today released the below statement following the news that U.S. Attorney Bill Powell has charged former Clarksburg VA Hospital employee Reta Mays with seven counts of murder and one count of assault with intent to murder: “Our veterans should always feel safe[Read More…]
W.Va. Sen. Manchin issues statement on the charges in Clarksburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center investigation
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, D-WV, released the following statement on the charges announce today in the Clarksburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) investigation. “My heart goes out to the families and loved ones who tragically lost a Veteran and have had to endure this injustice. While overdue,[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 4,316 positive cases, 97 deaths as of 10 a.m. today
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 14. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 4,316 Total Lab Results reported – 211,915 Cumulative positive test percentage – 2.04 Total Deaths – 96 After 3,807 more[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: West Virginia Governor reduces social gathering limit; closes fairs, festivals, and concerts statewide; closes bars in Monongalia County
Free community COVID-19 testing this week in Barbour, Berkeley, Harrison, Jefferson, and Mercer counties Release from the office of the Governor: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – With the daily number of new COVID-19 cases continuing to climb across West Virginia, Gov. Justice announced Monday that he has issued an executive order reducing the statewide social gathering limit[Read More…]
West Virginia CARES Act grants to be available for small businesses; unemployment benefits extended
Release from the Office of the Governor: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced Mopnday that applications will soon be available online for small businesses seeking to receive funding through the Governor’s West Virginia CARES Act Small Business Grant Program. The Governor also announced, per WorkForce West Virginia, any[Read More…]
New solutions in math teaching and learning: WVU project bringing $3 million investment to West VirginiaFriday, July 10, 2020
Release from WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Experts agree that a solid math foundation opens doors for future possibilities, yet improvement in math outcomes has proven an elusive target for states across the country. Innovation is necessary, and the Mountain State is poised to lead the way. With the aid of[Read More…]
Arlington, Va., named ‘Fittest City’ in 2020 American Fitness Index ranking of Top 100
Release from American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the Anthem Foundation: INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Arlington, Va., has been named “America’s Fittest City” in the annual American Fitness Index rankings published by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the Anthem Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Anthem, Inc. The[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 4,259 positive cases, 96 deaths as of 10 a.m. today
Single day new case mark set on July 10 at 174 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Monday, July 13. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 4,259 Total Lab Results reported – 208,108 Cumulative positive[Read More…]