MAKE YOUR SUMMER MEMORIES AT ONE OF WEST VIRGINIA‘S STATE PARKS A column by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin (July 8, 2015) – The Mountain State is known worldwide for its natural beauty and outdoor adventures, and this summer is the perfect time to explore all that West Virginia has to[Read More…]
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State unclaimed property returns up in fiscal 2015
Charleston, W.Va. – State Treasurer John Perdue’s office returned over $9 million in unclaimed property for fiscal year 2015, a $2 million increase from the previous year’s totals. Treasurer Perdue said the uptick in claims filed came from an Unclaimed Property Division initiative that used a subscription database to obtain newer[Read More…]
This week in history: July 16-22
Charleston, W.Va. – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at http://www.wvencyclopedia.org. July 16, 1869: Philanthropist Michael Late Benedum was born in Bridgeport. He made a fortune in the oil and gas business, but he is[Read More…]
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey urges Congress to preserve state authority to enforce data breach and data security laws
Morrisey joins multi-state letter against federal pre-emption of states’ ability to legislate and enforce laws that protect consumers from data breaches and identity theft Charleston, W.Va. – Attorney General Patrick Morrisey today announced he has joined a bipartisan, multi-state effort to urge federal lawmakers against pre-empting state laws designed to[Read More…]
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey urges Congress to protect religious organizations’ tax-exempt status
Charleston, W.Va. – Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and 14 other state Attorneys General announced July 2 they have sent a letter to Congressional leaders urging them to take steps to protect the tax-exempt status of nonprofit religious organizations. The letter, sent to House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and Senate Majority[Read More…]
$1 million in loans available to take down dilapidated buildings
By: The West Virginia Hub Staff Fayette County, W.Va. – When the Fayette County Beautification Committee demolishes a dilapidated, abandoned structure, those living near the site often tell them of others in the area that should meet the same fate. “Every time one goes down, we hear about one or[Read More…]
e-WV issues Week in History for July 9-15
Charleston, W.Va. – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at “http://www.wvencyclopedia.org” www.wvencyclopedia.org. July 9, 1942: An explosion at the Pursglove No. 2 Mine at Scotts Run near Morgantown killed 20 men. It was one of[Read More…]
Capito to participate in 54th Annual Alderson 4th of July Parade
Washington, D.C. – On Saturday, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) will walk in the 54th Annual Alderson 4th of July Parade in the City of Alderson. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Route 12 and Virginia Street in Alderson, WV, 24910. Members of the media[Read More…]
West Virginia students to benefit from STEM Education Center
Senator Manchin calls on officials to ensure the necessary state and federal funding to enhance STEM programming Washington, D.C. – As many as 1,000 West Virginia students per year stand to benefit from the recent acquisition of the $20 million Canaan Valley Institute (CVI) facilities in Tucker County. The National[Read More…]
Special message from Governor Earl Ray Tomblin
STAY SAFE THIS SUMMER WHILE EXPLORING WILD, WONDERFUL WEST VIRGINIA A column by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin (July 1, 2015) -This week, West Virginians across the Mountain State are celebrating Independence Day with family and friends. Whether your summer plan includes taking a long weekend to explore some of what[Read More…]