West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has announced another significant improvement in the retention rates among the Bureau for Social Services’ (BSS) Child Protective Services (CPS) staff, continuing to reflect the positive trend in workforce stability and commitment to protecting the children and families of[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) in the Republic of Ireland. This partnership was formalized at the end of July, marking a new chapter in international collaboration between the two institutions. The MOU, supported by the[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Former Mountaineer kicker and NFL pro Pat McAfee will return to West Virginia University to host “The Pat McAfee Show” live on ESPN2 and YouTube from the Downtown area of campus Friday (Aug. 30). “We are very excited Pat is bringing his show to Morgantown[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH) has been awarded a five-year, $1.25 million grant award from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), underscoring the ongoing commitment to proactively address substance misuse and promote mental[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On Aug. 22, Gov. Jim Justice announced significant developments at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and Lost River State Park as part of ongoing investments to enhance outdoor recreation and tourism in the state. Cass is adding its first campground featuring 100 campsites, modern amenities, and[Read More…]

Three West Virginia organizations will receive grants MORGANTOWN W.Va. – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director Ryan Thorn recently announced a new slate of projects to strengthen basic infrastructure and upgrade essential facilities in four West Virginia communities participating in the Rural Partners Network (RPN). The Biden-Harris Administration launched[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice, on Friday, announced he has extended the statewide State of Emergency for an additional 30 days due to a shortage of rainfall that has caused drought conditions. The U.S. Drought Monitor indicates extreme, severe, and moderate drought conditions have continued to[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Economic Development, West Virginia Office of Broadband, (WVDED) announced on Aug. 22 another key milestone in its allocation of $1.2 billion in Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding, under the 2021 Infrastructure Act, which dedicates $42.5 billion to broadband[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) announced on Aug. 22 that providers have been notified that the Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) will increase provider waiver rates by 15% on October 1, 2024, the amount as recommended in[Read More…]

West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is aware of several reports suggesting that child care centers are facing a funding crisis and potential closure if State action is not taken or additional dollars are not transferred by the end of August. These[Read More…]