By Office of CommunicationsFor Concord University Athens — There are lots of lessons physician assistant and nursing students must master before beginning their careers, but some are tough to teach from a book or website. They require hands-on skills and real-world experience. That’s where initiatives like Concord University’s Standardized Patient[Read More…]
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A Time to Celebrate
By Greg KozeraFor Thoughts To Ponder Most people can remember the change of the Millennium in 2000. An event that only happens every 1,000 years. A time for celebration, well almost. Do you remember Y2K? Because of a computer glitch, we were told our power could go off. Airplanes could[Read More…]
NRGRDA 2025 State and Regional Impact is Significant Economic and Community Development Investments, Jobs, Training and Planning
By Jozy MooreFor The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority Beckley – The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA), and its entrepreneurial program the West Virginia Hive, issued its 2025 Regional Impact Report showcasing its significant accomplishments throughout the New River Gorge Region and Southern West Virginia. With a[Read More…]
Coplin Health Systems Announces New Mobile Health Unit Stop at Parkersburg Fire Station No. 2
By Coplin Health SystemsFor Coplin Health Systems Parkersburg – Coplin Health Systems is expanding its Mobile Health Unit (MHU) program with a new ongoing community stop at Parkersburg Fire Station No. 2, kicking it off with a community celebration on July 8 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The additional stop[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Governor Morrisey Invites Media to Experience First Rides on America250 Wheel
By Lindsey FunkFor America250 Charleston – Governor Patrick Morrisey invites media to experience rides on the America250 Ferris Wheel, the world’s tallest portable Ferris wheel, ahead of the state’s Capital City Celebration tomorrow, July 2, at 10:00 a.m. This opportunity will allow media to capture firsthand footage, photography, and interviews while[Read More…]
The Grant County Bank Completes Transition to Highlands Bank Name and Brand
By Lori ChenowethFor Highlands Bank Petersburg – The Grant County Bank today announced the official transition of its name and brand identity to Highlands Bank. The change marks a significant milestone in the institution’s long history of service and now better reflects its continued growth across communities throughout the region.[Read More…]
Secretary of State Kris Warner to welcome a new private business venture that will invest $150 million for rare earth mineral development in southern West Virginia
By Diane NesterFor The Office Of Secretary of State Kris Warner “This exciting new partnership in Greenbrier County represents a new era of innovation for West Virginia coal,” – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner Charleston, W.Va. – A new business venture focused on the development of rare earth minerals will be[Read More…]
ACE Adventure Resort Celebrates Fourth of July Weekend with America’s 250 Adventure Package, Live Music & New River Gorge Adventures
By Chris ColinFor ACE Adventure Resort Oak Hill —There is no better place to celebrate Independence Day Weekend than the mountains of southern West Virginia. From July 1–6, ACE Adventure Resort is inviting families, friends and adventure seekers to experience the best of the New River Gorge with an exclusive America 250 Adventure[Read More…]
Know Before You Go: West Virginia Prepares for Four-Day Capital City Celebration
Essential information for attendees ahead of America250 Celebration By Lindsey FunkFor America250 Charleston – West Virginians and visitors from across the country and around the world are invited to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary during the Capital City Celebration, a free, family-friendly event taking place July 2-5 at the West Virginia State[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Tourism Announces Sensory-Friendly Hour for America250 Wheel
World’s tallest portable ferris wheel to offer modified operations July 3 By Lindsey FunkFor America250 Charleston – The West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced a sensory-friendly hour for the America250 Ferris Wheel, part of the Capital City Celebration at the State Capitol Complex. The world’s tallest portable ferris wheel is[Read More…]
