West Virginia Press Association HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – On Dec. 11, officials with Marshall University and TKM College Trust, Kollam, India, signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at offering study abroad opportunities in the liberal arts and sciences for both schools, while providing a framework for future collaboration. It’s anticipated the MOU will[Read More…]
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Jennings Randolph Bridge in Chester to close temporarily for repairs
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The Jennings Randolph Bridge, which carries US 30 across the Ohio River between Chester, West Virginia, and East Liverpool, Ohio, has been closed temporarily for repairs. A safety inspection of the structure discovered an issue which requires repair. A consultant engineer is on site evaluating[Read More…]
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort partners with Aristocrat Gaming™ to open all-new Aristocrat Gaming lounge concept
West Virginia Press Association CROSS LANES, W.Va. – The Aristocrat Gaming Lounge™ is now open at Mardi Gras Casino & Resort. Following a festive grand opening event, players can now find nearly 60 of their favorite Aristocrat Gaming slot games. The Aristocrat Gaming Lounge boasts an impressive game selection, ranging[Read More…]
WV Hive Annual Open House and Awards Ceremony set for Dec. 15 at Black Knight Country Club in Beckley
BECKLEY, W.Va. – The West Virginia Hive Network is hosting its annual Open House and Awards Ceremony from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, December 15 at the Historic Black Knight Country Club, 2400 South Kanawha Street, in Beckley. The event is open to the public and there is no[Read More…]
“One Pill Can Kill” recognized on national and international stage
GameChanger-produced film earns Best Documentary designation in United States and France FAIRMONT, W.Va.—The GameChanger-produced film One Pill Can Kill has captured several awards in the Best Short Documentary Category at film festivals in the United States and France. Produced by GameChanger in conjunction with FG/PG of Los Angeles, the Biscuit[Read More…]
Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health continues to invest in health programs to benefit West Virginians
More than 100 grants issued since the Charitable Fund’s launch in 2021 PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Officials from the Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health, on Dec. 11, announced its fourth quarter grant funding to nonprofit organizations throughout the Mountain State. These grants help fund programs and initiatives that effectively[Read More…]
First Lady Justice introduces newest Friends With Paws therapy dog during assembly at Ravenswood High School
West Virginia Press Association RAVENSWOOD, W.Va. — First Lady Cathy Justice visited Ravenswood High School on Dec. 8 for an assembly to celebrate the arrival of the state’s next therapy dog through the Friends With Paws program. The dog introduced at the event is named Nutter, and he is a Chocolate[Read More…]
WVU Libraries, Teaching and Learning Commons implement recommendations
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University Libraries and the Teaching and Learning Commons began to implement plans Friday (Dec. 8) developed from recommendations initially announced in September for academic support services. The Libraries’ restructuring plan calls for centralizing and streamlining services and operations to create greater consistency and increase efficiency. The restructuring will result in an estimated[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin introduces bipartisan Protecting Rural Seniors’ Access To Care Act
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – On Dec. 8, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) led nine bipartisan Senators in introducing the Protecting Rural Seniors’ Access to Care Act. This legislation would prevent the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary from finalizing a proposed nursing home staffing rule[Read More…]
Opinion: Judge Not! Listen and Learn
By Greg Kozera, Shale Crescent USA “Judge not lest ye be judged.” (Matthew 7:1) Jesus said this over 2,000 years ago. In other words, don’t judge or you will be judged. Jesus went on to say, how you judge others is how you will be judged. Humans have struggled with[Read More…]