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…]
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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…]
U.S. Senators Capito, Manchin issue statements following passage of national security supplemental package
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Appropriations Defense Subcommittee, released the following statement on her vote to pass the national security supplemental package: “Our nation is facing the most dangerous global threat level we have seen in decades. Our allies are under attack,[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Human Services provides update on completion of Medicaid unwinding
CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) has released updated data following the completion of the state’s Medicaid unwinding period. “Completing the Medicaid unwinding process represents a significant milestone for West Virginia’s health care system,” said Cynthia Beane, DoHS Bureau for Medical Services[Read More…]
U.S. Senators Manchin, Capito announce $5 million to upgrade wastewater infrastructure in Davis
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On April 22, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee and a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,000,000 from the[Read More…]
W.Va. Attorney General announces participation in National Drug Take Back Day
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced his office will take part in this weekend’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day by partnering with law enforcement and substance abuse prevention groups across West Virginia. Representatives from the Attorney General’s Office will assist state,[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin announces $13.1 million to strengthen healthcare services, tobacco research in W.Va.
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On April 22, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $13,190,623 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This funding will strengthen healthcare services in Cabell, Calhoun, Hardy, and Kanawha counties and support health and[Read More…]
Contractors Association of West Virginia releases legislative endorsements for 2024 primary election
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Highway-Utility-Building Political Action Committee (HUB PAC) has announced its legislative endorsements for the May 14, 2024 primary election. HUB PAC is the official committee of the Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV). Founded in 1923, CAWV is the statewide trade association representing the needs of all[Read More…]
U.S. Senate designates April 15-21 as National Osteopathic Medicine Week
CHARLESTON, W.VA.— U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Shelley Moore Capito, (R-WV), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Jim Risch (R-ID) last week reintroduced a bipartisan resolution designating April 15-21, 2024, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week. The bipartisan resolution recognizes the service and dedication of Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs) and schools of[Read More…]
Rural Development invests $1.6 million to increase access to healthy foods in West Virginia
West Virginia Press Association MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development West Virginia State Director Ryan Thorn today announced that USDA is partnering with ReInvestment Fund to award Appalachian FoodWorks Partnership a $1.6 million grant to help organizations strengthen local food financing programs and improve access to healthy[Read More…]
