By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A state legislative committee has advanced revisions to requirements governing West Virginia’s water quality standards that have drawn criticism from environmentalists. The Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee on Dec. 9 approved modifying a rule that would weaken some of the state’s water quality[Read More…]
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West Virginia’s Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. holding virtual concert
By Greg Jordan, Bluefield Daily Telegraph PRINCETON, W.Va. — An ongoing pandemic has forced Americans to modify many holiday traditions this year, so a nationally-known singer who calls West Virginia home is doing a virtual live concert this year for people who are marooned at home. Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.,[Read More…]
Virginia reports security concerns with same Google services in West Virginia contract
By Steven Allen Adams, The Journal CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A new contract between West Virginia and Google for cloud-based communications and productivity services could open the state up to security issues when transmitting sensitive information, according to the state’s neighbor to the east. The Virginia Information Technologies Agency’s Supply Chain[Read More…]
Girl Scout 2021 cookie season kicks off Jan. 8
Release from Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council is kicking off cookie season across the state, and beyond, on Friday, Jan. 8. The iconic Samoas, Thin Mints, Trefoils, Tagalongs, Do-si-dos, Girl Scout S’mores, Toffee-tastics and last year’s debut cookie Lemon-Ups are back and[Read More…]
President Gee: WVU must ‘differentiate and lead’ during ‘perilous times’ in higher ed
From WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University President Gordon Gee called for transformation during Friday’s Board of Governors meeting, warning that across the country there is a loss of public trust and the perceived value of higher education has diminished. “Post-pandemic, our University must come out stronger and smarter than we[Read More…]
Iconic Air of Morgantown secures $135,000 angel investment
Inaugural Award made by Country Roads Angel Network Release from Country Roads Angel Network: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Iconic Air, a company formed by two promising engineering graduates from West Virginia University, has secured $135,000 from the Country Roads Angel Network (CRAN). This is CRAN’s inaugural investment since its formation. Iconic[Read More…]
West Virginia Hospitality and Travel Association urges West Virginians to support the hospitality and tourism industry with staycations, meal orders, and gift card purchases
Release from West Virginia Hospitality and Travel Association: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Hospitality & Travel Association (WVHTA) today called on West Virginians to support local businesses with meal orders, gift card purchases, and planning staycations this holiday season. Meal orders – whether dine-in, delivery, or carryout – are[Read More…]
United Way of Southern West Virginia finds leader on staff
By Jessica Farrish, The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — Trena Dacal, current chair of the executive committee of United Way of Southern West Virginia, has been named executive director of the organization, outgoing director Megan Legursky announced Thursday. Dacal will step into the role on Jan. 4, and vice chair Angela Ramsey will[Read More…]
West Virginia driver’s license expiration dates extended through March 31
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Driver’s licenses, instruction permits, Graduated License levels 1, 2 or 3 or Commercial Driver’s Licenses as allowed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration with an expiration date of March 1, 2020, or later, and identification cards will be extended until March[Read More…]
WV Hive recognizes Pinheads of Oak Hill as its 2020 Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner
Release from West Virginia Hive: BECKLEY, W.Va. — Judy Moore, director of the West Virginia Hive Network, cited Alison Ibarra of Pinheads in Oak Hill as its 2020 Entrepreneur of the Year awardee. Moore said companies, partners, and higher education institutions are recognized by theleadership of the West Virginia Hive annually.[Read More…]