From Barbour Community Health Association Belington, W.Va — Barbour Community Health Association (BCHA) has announced the promotion of Casey Jo Cottrill, PsyD., to Director of School-Based Health Services, which serves all Barbour County schools. BCHA operates clinics at Philippi Elementary, Belington Elementary-Middle, Kasson Elementary-Middle, Philippi Middle, and Junior Elementary Schools.[Read More…]
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West Virginia Tourism awarded gold for outstanding travel marketing campaign
wvtourism.com Charleston, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Tourism has been recognized by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) with a Gold Adrian Award for its outstanding consumer brand campaign, “Screen Free Summer.” Now in its 69th year, the Adrian Awards is the largest and most prestigious travel[Read More…]
Opinion: Keep the lights on, keep West Virginia strong
By Chris HamiltonPresidentWest Virginia Coal Association This week, Public Service Commission Chair Charlotte Lane provided clarity on an issue that has generated unnecessary speculation: West Virginia has no plans to shut down its coal-fired power plants. As she stated directly, no utility has filed any request to close any plant, and the[Read More…]
Opinion: Look back, then move forward
By Greg KozeraDirector of Marketing for Shale Crescent USA Approaching the end of the year, is a good time to look back at the current year. We know what we think our values are and what is important. The real measure is how we actually spent our time and money.[Read More…]
Opinion: The social side of online school
From West Virginia Virtual Academy Picture a student navigating across campus. They slide into a booth in the cafeteria and chat with friends. Later, they stop by the library to choose one of the monthly titles before joining a lively book club discussion. Eventually, they sit at their desk—decorated to[Read More…]
Winter weather poses increased risks for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias
West Virginia Daily News CHARLESTON — As winter continues, colder temperatures, snow, ice and early nightfall can pose serious risks for the 38,100 individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in West Virginia. For their 65,000 unpaid caregivers, the season brings added stress and challenges in ensuring their loved ones[Read More…]
WVU fire safety expert suggests giving gift of safety this holiday season
WVU Today Holiday gift givers should consider practicality this holiday season, according to a West Virginia University fire safety expert who is suggesting several safety-related gifts that will keep your loved ones safe throughout the year. If you want a gift designed to protect someone from harm, Mark Lambert, director of the WVU Extension Fire Service, is offering[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: WVU president tour stops in Nicholas County rescheduled due to weather
WVU Today WHAT: West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson will take his “Welcome Home Tour” of the Mountain State to Nicholas County on Monday, Dec. 15. Events previously scheduled for Dec. 8 were canceled due to weather. WHO: President Benson, Summersville Mayor Robert Shafer and other local and community leaders, University alumni and[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: West Virginia State Treasurer Pack to speak at UC commencement ceremony
From University of Charleston Charleston, WV— West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack will be the commencement speaker as the University of Charleston celebrates its newest Golden Eagle alums on Saturday, Dec.13, 2025. The university’s graduation ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. in the Wehrle Athletic Arena on UC’s campus. Treasurer[Read More…]
WVU Extension program builds student evaluation skills while strengthening community partnerships
WVU Extension At West Virginia University, the Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources teamed up with WVU Extension to create a unique program in which undergraduate students can gain knowledge and expertise in program evaluation, applied research methods and data analysis, while simultaneously providing evaluation support to WVU Extension programs across West Virginia. The Extension Mentoring in Evaluation[Read More…]
