West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — When children are entrusted to the state’s care, loved ones should be able to trust that they will be safe. However, that hasn’t always been the case. Lawmakers seek to improve outcomes for these children with a bill currently under consideration by the[Read More…]
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Sen. Mike Caputo would fund employees’ PEIA contribution with cannabis proceeds
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Senator Mike Caputo (D, Marion) has introduced a bill to the state Senate that, should recreational cannabis be legalized in the state, would use revenue from its sale to fund the employee share of their Public Employee Insurance Agency (PEIA) plan. “One of[Read More…]
Empowering Future Mining Engineers: United Coal Company’s Biomarine Equipment donation boosts preparedness
West Virginia Press Association SOPHIA, W.Va. — United Coal Company (UCC) recently reaffirmed its dedication to safety and readiness in the mining industry by generously donating Biomarine Mine Rescue Equipment to the Virginia Tech Mine Engineering Department. This equipment is intended to bolster mine rescue training opportunities for both students[Read More…]
Gov. Justice appoints Stephen Green to 36th District in House of Delegates
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice has appointed Stephen “David” Green to the West Virginia House of Delegates 36th District, which serves McDowell County. Green fills the vacancy created by Anita Hall’s resignation. Green will serve the remainder of the unexpired term. The Concord University graduate is[Read More…]
Mister Bee Potato Chips, Tudor’s Biscuit World collaborate on new Biscuit and Gravy potato chip offering
A portion of the sales to support Make-A-Wish ® West Virginia West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Two iconic West Virginia brands — Mister Bee Potato Chips and Tudor’s Biscuit World — have joined forces to offer a new Biscuit and Gravy flavored potato chip. A portion of the[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Economic Development launches West Virginia BEAD Challenge Process
Major Milestone Announced in Securing $1.2 Billion in Funding for Broadband Expansion West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.VA — The West Virginia Department of Economic Development (WVDED) announced the West Virginia Broadband Equity, Access & Deployment (BEAD) Challenge Process will begin on January 29, 2024, following the approval of the BEAD Initial Proposal Volume[Read More…]
Highmark Foundation now accepting applications for 2024-2025 School Grants Program
West Virginia Press Association PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Highmark Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2024-2025 School Grants Program, which will make available up to $500,000 for school grades K-12 in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The goal of this ongoing program is to create healthier school environments that result[Read More…]
Gov. Justice announces 44 art grants at Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in Clarksburg
West Virginia Press Association CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice joined West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture, and History (WVDACH) Curator Randall Reid-Smith in presenting 44 grants to arts organizations from the surrounding area at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center today. “When I took office, the arts faced an uncertain[Read More…]
W.Va. Tresurer Moore announces unused SMART529 funds can now be rolled into Roth IRA savings accounts
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – State Treasurer Riley Moore has informed West Virginia residents of recent changes in federal law that now allow beneficiaries to roll over certain unused SMART529 funds into a Roth IRA to help boost their retirement savings. “We’ve always told people, ‘It’s never too early to[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin announces $5.2 million for four West Virginia health centers
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – On Jan. 26, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,222,863 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for four West Virginia health centers. These investments will strengthen health services in Berkeley, Fayette, and Upshur[Read More…]