By RYAN QUINN Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice still hasn’t said whether he’ll sign or veto a bill that would dismantle the West Virginia Department of Education and the Arts and the position of the cabinet secretary leading it, sending its agencies elsewhere in state government. Butch[Read More…]
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8th Annual WV Bioscience Summit set April 19 in Huntington
General Manager of Huntington Alcon Facility to Keynote Release from West Virginia Bioscience Association Charleston, W.Va. (March 26, 2018) – As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of eye care products and technologies, Alcon is global leader in life science innovation. Michelle Dixon, general manager of the company’s Huntington facility –[Read More…]
‘A fight we’ve got to win’: Manchin says opioid addiction threat to West Virginia economy
By JIM McCONVILLE The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Calling opioid addiction a threat to West Virginia’s “economic vitality,” said U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., who exhorted Eastern Panhandle officials to use all resources within arm’s length to fight the crisis. “This a fight that we’ve got to win,” said Manchin,[Read More…]
WVU-Parkersburg series to focus on opioids
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W,Va, — Beginning Thursday, West Viginia University at Parkersburg will present a three-part education series to bring opioid addiction awareness to the Mid-Ohio Valley. The series “Opioid Addiction: Educating, Responding, Treating” will run for three weeks beginning Thursday at 6 p.m. and continuing April[Read More…]
Attorney General Morrisey, Montana enter into important concealed carry agreement
Release from the office of the W.Va. Attorney General: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey reached an agreement with Montana that bolsters Second Amendment protections for residents of both states. “The Second Amendment is crucial to the foundation of our nation,” Attorney General Morrisey said. “This agreement[Read More…]
West Virginia crayfish subject of suit against U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
By MATT COMBS The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — The Center for Biological Diversity (the Center) and the Appalachian Mountain Advocates have brought suit against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia. The suit stems from the refusal of the[Read More…]
WVU Libraries opens exhibition about the U.S. Congress
WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The United States Congress is the branch of the federal government closest to the people, where representatives and their constituents most directly engage over the issues of the day. Yet many Americans view Congress with a mix of frustration, confusion, and disapproval. To promote a[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Agriculture to honor auctioneers for years of service
Release from the West Virginia Department of Agriculture: CHARLESTON, W.VA. – West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture Kent Leonhardt will present plaques to four auctioneers celebrating a combined 233 years of service on Tuesday, April 3. The awards will be presented at a dinner honoring the four hosted at the State Fair[Read More…]
Vatican approves sale of St. Mary’s Medical Center to Cabell Huntington Hospital
By BISHOP NASH The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — The Vatican has granted its official blessing to the proposed acquisition of St. Mary’s Medical Center by Cabell Huntington Hospital, the last step required before the $165 million transaction could be finalized. St. Mary’s will retain its name and remain a Catholic-affiliated healthcare facility[Read More…]
Chief Logan State Park to host 35th Annual Sue Browning Wildflower Hike
West Virginia Department of Commerce LOGAN, W.Va. — The 35th annual Sue Browning Wildflower Hike is scheduled for Saturday, April 7 at Chief Logan State Park. The popular hike commemorates local wildflower enthusiast and Logan Garden Club member, Sue Browning. Two hikes are planned. The main hike will follow the[Read More…]
