West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee and a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has announced funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to the City of Nitro, W.Va. for upgrades to[Read More…]
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Greenbrier County CVB to host Tourism Summit
West Virginia Press Association LEWISBURG, W.Va. — The Greenbrier County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is set to host its second Tourism Summit on March 19, 2024, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Conference Center in the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine’s Student Center. Registration for the day-long summit is[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Capito statement on vote to pass national security supplemental package
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and the Appropriations Defense Subcommittee, released the following statement on her vote to pass the national security supplemental package. “The national security supplemental we passed today equips our country with the[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin statement on final passage of national security supplemental
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on his vote for the final passage of the national security supplemental, which includes support for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. “While I’m pleased the Senate came together to pass bipartisan aid for Ukraine,[Read More…]
Gov. Justice: Babydog to undergo ACL surgery
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and First Lady Cathy Justice announced that their beloved English Bulldog, Babydog, will be undergoing ACL surgery on one of her knees Tuesday, February 13th, at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Babydog is facing challenges with both of[Read More…]
State Treasurer reunites West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame with over $116,000 worth of unclaimed property
Funds will go toward remodeling organization’s building at Jackson’s Mill West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – During Agriculture Day at the Legislature, State Treasurer Riley Moore presented an unclaimed property check worth more than $116,000 to representatives from the West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame on Thursday, February 8.[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Capito announces Congressionally Directed Spending award for Clarksburg clean water upgrades
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Feb. 12, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee and a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to the Clarksburg Water Board (CWB) for[Read More…]
Coplin Health Systems offers free pharmacy delivery in Wood County
West Virginia Press Association PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — As of February 2024, Coplin Health Systems is currently providing a free pharmacy delivery service to enhance patient care for residents of Wood County. All medications prescribed by Coplin Health Systems providers are available through the new at-home pharmacy delivery program. The cost[Read More…]
Marshall to offer GenCyber Teacher Academy
April 20 event open to K-12 teachers, focuses on incorporating cyber concepts in the classroom West Virginia Press Association HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall University will present a GenCyber learning opportunity for K-12 teachers on April 20, which will be offered both in person and virtually. The GenCyber Teacher Academy Conference will focus[Read More…]
Attorney General reminds consumers to exercise caution when using online dating services
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging consumers to exercise caution when using dating services via websites or social media, especially with Valentine’s Day approaching. Scammers will feign interest in or profess strong feelings toward an unsuspecting individual with the ulterior motive of[Read More…]