WASHINGTON, DC — Early this morning, the House of Representatives passed an amended version of H.R. 4, the Rescissions Act of 2025. Representative Riley M. Moore voted “Yes” on the legislation, which eliminates approximately $9 billion in wasteful spending for partisan media organizations and certain foreign aid programs. Congressman Moore issued[Read More…]
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Medical students present research relevant to West Virginians
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine’s Steven J. Jubelirer Summer Externship Program wrapped up Thursday, July 17. Twelve medical students from three medical schools participated in the six-week, comprehensive research training experience. Each extern worked on a research project along with experienced principal investigator mentors and staff[Read More…]
Secretary of State Kris Warner Reports 1,181 New WV Business Registrations for June of 2025
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The WV Secretary of State’s Office registered 1,181 new businesses statewide during the month of June according to Secretary of State Kris Warner. Counties that led the state in total businesses registered in June include Kanawha, Berkeley, Monongalia, Jefferson and Raleigh. Top five counties in total businesses[Read More…]
Bill Bell Takes Oath of Office
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Bill Bell of Wetzel County became the newest member of the West Virginia House of Delegates Monday, July 14. House Clerk Jeff Pack administered the oath of office as Bell’s bride-to-be, Samantha, held a Bible. Bell was appointed to represent the 8th Delegate District, which is made[Read More…]
UC celebrates first responders for completing EMS Leadership Certificate
For one EMT, it marks another milestone in a 40-year career of service West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Chris Burge has seen a lot in his 40 years with Camden Clark Ambulance Service in Parkersburg, responding to emergencies, leading teams, and doing whatever it takes to care for[Read More…]
Allegheny Metallurgical to Host Two-Day Job Fair July 25 & 26
West Virginia Press Association VOLGA, W.Va. – Allegheny Metallurgical is ramping up hiring efforts and hosting a two-day job fair at the Bridgeport Conference Center on Friday, July 25, and Saturday, July 26. Following its successful emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June, this job fair will be a key[Read More…]
AARP’s Angela Vance Presented with 2025 Consumer Advocacy Award
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Association for Justice presented its 2025 Ralph Young Award for Consumer Advocacy to Angela Vance, AARP West Virginia associate state director for advocacy. She was selected for the award in recognition of her work on House Bill 3162, which was[Read More…]
Hatfield McCoy Trails announces opening of two new trail systems: Braveheart and Big Coal River
West Virginia Press Association MAN, W.Va. — The Hatfield McCoy Regional Recreation Authority is proud to announce the opening of two exciting new additions to its world-renowned network of off-road trails: the Braveheart Trail System, located in the Man area of Logan County, and the Big Coal River Trail System,[Read More…]
West Virginia to Open BEAD Benefit of the Bargain Round July 10, 2025
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On July 8, Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that the West Virginia Department of Commerce, Division of Economic Development, Office of Broadband (WVDED) is publishing updated Program Procedures for the West Virginia Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding program. “Our office continues[Read More…]
Treasurer Pack Announces Nearly 15,000 Students to Receive 100% Hope Scholarship Funding for 2025-2026 School Year
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – State Treasurer Larry Pack, who serves as Chairman of the Hope Scholarship Board, today announced nearly 15,000 students will receive full funding for the Hope Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year. This is an increase from the 10,750 students who received some level of[Read More…]



