CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On June 3, Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the following appointments: Department of Homeland Security West Virginia Parkway Authority The West Virginia Parkways Authority is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the West Virginia Turnpike, including toll collection, construction and repairs. Health Care Authority The West Virginia Health[Read More…]
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MEDIA ADVISORY: The Health Plan to Launch Mountaineer Mile Walk
The Health Plan (THP) is proud to support Governor Patrick Morrisey’s “Mountaineer Mile” initiative—an inspiring statewide campaign designed to encourage physical activity and healthier lifestyles for all West Virginians. On Wednesday, June 4, at 12:00 p.m., The Health Plan will launch its own version of the Mountaineer Mile at its Wheeling[Read More…]
Proactive Brain Health Behaviors Are Essential as the Number of Americans Living with Alzheimer’s Climbs
Five Recommendations for Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s has climbed to more than 7 million for the first time, including 38,100 in West Virginia, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging all West Virginians to take charge of their[Read More…]
West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles announces streamlined CDL medical certification process starting Monday, June 23, 2025
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Effective Monday, June 23, 2025, holders of Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL) in West Virginia will no longer be required to submit a Medical Examiner’s Certificate to the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Instead, the medical provider conducting the physical examination will directly enter the information into[Read More…]
ZMM Architects and Engineers named one of the fastest-growing AEC firms in North America on Zweig Group’s 2025 Hot Firm List
West Virginia Press Association Charleston, W.Va. – ZMM Architects and Engineers (ZMM) is proud to announce it has been named to the 2025 Hot Firm List by Zweig Group, ranking #26 among the 100 fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms in the United States and Canada. “Being named to this prestigious list speaks to the[Read More…]
West Virginia-Sourced Bottler, Disabilities Employer Providing Drinking Water Directly to State Government Agencies
West Virginia Press Association LESAGE, W.Va. – A local bottler of pure Mountain State deep-sealed well water, whose Cabell County operation employs forty persons with disabilities, is now providing drinking water directly to West Virginia’s government agencies. LeSage Natural, a division of the 58-year-old non-profit Green Acres Regional Center, Inc.,[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Migraine’s $78 Billion Toll to be Highlighted in National Mall Display and Congressional Events
Events Held on Saturday, May 31 – June 4, 2025 In recognition of June as Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy and The Headache Alliance will host a powerful series of events in Washington, D.C. to raise visibility and demand action for the more than[Read More…]
WVDOH awards contract to rebuild part of Interstate 79
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A project to rebuild Interstate 79 from the ground up between the Roanoke exit and Jane Lew Road is among 26 construction projects awarded by the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The awards were from a bid letting conducted Tuesday, May[Read More…]
Governor Patrick Morrisey Leads the Way to Prohibit State Investments in Companies Owned or Controlled by the Chinese Communist Party
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On May 29, the West Virginia Investment Management Board passed Governor Morrisey’s resolution to ban investments in companies owned or controlled by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), and to begin a divestment plan from any currently-owned investments in those companies. “The Chinese Communist Party poses a threat[Read More…]
Coplin Health Systems Announces Summer Event for Veterans
Family-friendly Summer Salute slated for June 14 at Spencer’s Landing West Virginia Press Association PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Coplin Health Systems invites all to a special event to honor those who have served and to kick off Summer 2025. The Summer Salute Veterans Event will take place Saturday, June 14, from[Read More…]