CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On March 22, two West Virginia National Guard UH60M and HH60M Blackhawk helicopters and personnel arrived on scene and are assisting the West Virginia Division of Forestry and local government and emergency management officials in Hardy County, West Virginia, as they combat large-scale wildland fires.. The deployment[Read More…]
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MEDIA ADVISORY: State Treasurer to address CTE students at SkillsUSA conference
FAIRMONT, W.Va. – State Treasurer Riley Moore will address career and technical education students at the opening session of the 58th annual SkillsUSA West Virginia State Leadership & Skills Conference on Friday, March 22, at Fairmont State University’s Feaster Center. The annual SkillsUSA West Virginia State Leadership & Skills Conference allows[Read More…]
Concord University to host West Virginia State Mathematics Field Day next month
West Virginia Press Association ATHENS, W.Va. – On Saturday, April 20, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Concord University will host the West Virginia State Math Field Day. 224 students from grades 4-12 from all across the state will be on campus to compete. These students were the winners at one of[Read More…]
Senate Appropriations Committee releases Capito FY2024 Labor-HHS Bill as part of funding package
Legislation includes significant West Virginia wins, while spending less money than last year’s bill and maintaining all legacy riders that have been in place for multiple years West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – The Senate Appropriations Committee, on March 21, released legislation, a large portion of which was authored by[Read More…]
Gov. Justice declares State of Emergency in Grant, Hampshire, Hardy, and Pendleton counties
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Justice has declared a State of Emergency for the counties of Grant, Hampshire, Hardy, and Pendleton counties today due to extensive forest fires in those counties. The declaration is a proactive measure ensuring the allocation of necessary resources and expedite emergency response efforts. The State of Emergency allows State[Read More…]
A few slots left for WV Hive’s March 25-26 training session Building a Regional Culture of Service and Hospitality
West Virginia Press Association BECKLEY, W.Va. – Time is running out to reserve your place at the West Virginia Hive’s culture of service and hospitality training workshop, scheduled for March 25-26 at the Tamarack Conference Center. This transformative event is designed to cultivate a culture of excellence in customer service[Read More…]
USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships Routes Released
Event takes place May 14-19 in Charleston CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The City of Charleston and the Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau has released the routes for the May 14-19 USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships. There are three events within the championships: Time Trials, Criterium and Road Race. All races[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin statement on final EPA electric vehicle rule
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizing its rule that sets stringent vehicle tailpipe emission standards. “The federal government has no authority and no right to mandate[Read More…]
Concord to host annual Career Fair and Teacher Recruitment Day
West Virginia Press Association ATHENS, W.Va. – Concord University will host the annual Career Fair and Teacher Recruitment Day on Wednesday, April 10, from 10 AM to 2 PM in the Jean & Jerry L. Beasley Student Center. Employers from around the region will be available to speak with students about jobs[Read More…]
W.Va. Attorney General: 8th annual Kids Kick Opioids contest deadline nears
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is reminding schools, students and parents of the upcoming deadline for the office’s 8th Annual Kids Kick Opioids contest—Friday, May 3. The contest provides an opportunity for students to learn about the dangers and deadly consequences of[Read More…]