From WVU Today A West Virginia University Extension wildlife specialist says Groundhog Day marks an opportunity to celebrate not only the changing of the seasons, but the iconic rodent who decides whether or not to spring Americans from the long months of winter. Sheldon Owen is available to discuss the roots of Groundhog Day in Pennsylvania’s[Read More…]
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Op-Ed: West Virginians demand an end to excessive swipe fees
By Del. Patrick Lucas Prices continue to rise on everything from food to electricity, putting enormous strain on families who have sought relief over the last few years. With many Americans tightening their purse strings, Congress must act soon to alleviate costs. One solution lies in creating a competitive payments[Read More…]
Column: Adapt to Strengths
By Greg Kozera Director of Marketing for Shale Crescent USA In 2024, our high school soccer team started the season with only one win in our first seven games. We won our last 7 games out-scoring opponents 31-1 and won the 2024 West Virginia Boys State AA-A Championship. After the first[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: WVU Day at the Legislature to showcase statewide outreach, opportunities
WVU Today WHAT: West Virginia University and WVU Extension will host WVU Day at the Legislature, highlighting the University’s premier academic programs, resources and events through engaging, interactive exhibits, and providing chances to make connections with legislators, staffers, youth and other visitors. WHO: WVU President Michael T. Benson, WVU Division for Land-Grant Engagement Associate Vice President and[Read More…]
West Virginia hospitals: Turning collaboration into better patient care
By Doug BentzChair, West Virginia Hospital Association Quality Committee As Chair of the West Virginia Hospital Association Quality Committee and CEO of Roane General Hospital, I’ve seen firsthand how our state’s hospitals are transforming patient care. Since 2015, the WVHA Commitment to Excellence Honors Program has provided a framework for hospitals to[Read More…]
The Health Plan earns national Press Ganey “Pinnacle of Excellence” Awards for highest access-to-care ratings in both child and adult Medicaid
From The Health Plan WHEELING – The Health Plan of West Virginia announced today that it has received two of the nation’s most prestigious honors for member experience: the Press Ganey Pinnacle of Excellence Award® for Highest Access to Care CAHPS Ratings in both Child Medicaid and Adult Medicaid populations.[Read More…]
Luke Duffy selected as Concord Athletic Director
From Concord University ATHENS – Concord University President Dr. Bethany Meighen announced Luke Duffy will serve as Concord’s full-time athletic director, effective with Monday’s announcement from CU’s 13th President. Duffy, who has served in a co-athletic director capacity since May 2024 with Tesla Southcott, has resigned his post as Concord’s[Read More…]
Splatter & Sprout named West Virginia Hive’s 2025 Startup of the Year
From the West Virginia Hive White Sulphur Springs – Splatter & Sprout in White Sulphur Springs was named the 2025 Startup of the Year by the West Virginia Hive, the entrepreneurial program of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA). The mother–daughter team Brooke Kelley and Stephanie Braden, who[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: WVU to celebrate newest Academy of Distinguished Alumni inductees
WVU Today WHAT: West Virginia University Academy of Distinguished Alumni induction ceremony WHO: WVU Vice President of Alumni Relations and WVU Alumni Association CEO Kevin Berry, Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Paul Kreider, Academy of Distinguished alumni inductees, Alumni Association representatives and members of the University community The 2026 honorees are Michael J. Florio,[Read More…]
How online schools make career learning accessible in every community
By Doug CipolettiExecutive Director of the West Virginia Virtual Academy In fall 2022, nearly 10 million K-12 students were enrolled in rural public schools across the U.S.—representing around 20% of the K-12 student population. Far from the buzz of metropolitan life, many rural students are unsure what job opportunities exist[Read More…]
