CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The regional bureau of The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. WHO ARE ABOUT TO BECOME HOUSEHOLD NAMES Diplomats and career government officials,[Read More…]
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Philanthropy West Virginia recognizes top philanthropists, awards mini-grants
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — For the 13th year, Philanthropy West Virginia presented the Mountain State’s most prestigious philanthropy awards, The West Virginia Spirit of Philanthropy Award this week. The awards were presented at Philanthropy West Virginia’s 26th Annual Members Meeting & Conference in Parkersburg, WV at The Blennerhassett Hotel. The awards program[Read More…]
Campaign Update: W.Va. gubernatorial candidate Woody Thrasher presenting drug crisis plan in Mount Hope on Wednesday
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Thrasher for Governor campaign issued the following media advisory: WHO: Mt. Hope Mayor Michael Kessinger and Republican gubernatorial candidate Woody ThrasherWHAT: Presentation of Thrasher’s Drug Crisis Action PlanWHEN: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13WHERE: Mt. Hope City Hall, 609 Main St., Mt. Hope, WV 25880
Intuit executive to deliver remarks during W.Va. Coding & Cyber Summit Dec. 3 in Charleston
Release from TechConnect West Virginia: CHARLESTON, W.Va.. – Meeting the challenges posed by cybersecurity threats on the local, state and national level and capitalizing on the opportunities they create are the primary objectives of the Third Annual West Virginia Coding & Cybersecurity Summit, taking place on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at the[Read More…]
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W.Va. Attorney General Morrisey provides tips for wise giving to military veteran charities
Release from the office of the West Virginia Attorney General: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey urges consumers to exercise caution when giving charitable donations to military veterans. Many consumers gladly give to veterans groups in remembrance of their sacrifice throughout the year and during holidays, such[Read More…]
W.Va. author James Haught releases 12th book: Blasphemy for Thinking People
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Author James A. Haught has released his 12th book: Blasphemy for Thinking People It’s available at https://amzn.to/2BYvVKM From the author: Is it blasphemy – or honesty? Blasphemy isn’t a dirty word. It just means to question supernatural claims of religion. That’s almost a duty for intelligent, educated, science-minded, modern, honest people.[Read More…]
W.Va. veteran recalls Battle of the Bulge
By Greg Jordan Bluefield Daily Telegraph PRINCETON, W.Va. — When 94-year-old Albert Dale Griffin is asked about being with the 82nd Airborne Division during World War II, memories of camaraderie, wading into a cold river so Gen. George Patton Jr. could get across it, driving a captured German tank, and suffering frostbite[Read More…]
WVU reports strong financial performance in fiscal year 2019
WVU total revenue at $1.12 billion, total expenses at $1.11 billion From WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University ended the fiscal year with a strong financial performance, Paula Congelio, vice president of finance and chief financial officer, said Friday (Nov. 8, 2019). “We are pleased with our results,” Congelio told the WVU[Read More…]
Media Advisory: W.Va. Business Trade Associations to host ‘Above Ground Storage Tank Conference’ Thursday in Charleston
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – With the goal of developing a better understanding of the rules and regulations governing above ground storage tanks in West Virginia, multiple state business trade associations have partnered to host a forum to discuss the issue on Thursday, Nov. 14th from 9am-2pm at the Four Points Sheraton in[Read More…]