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W.Va. Corrections Day at the Legislature marked by Freedom Awards for Distinguished Service

 Press release from the W.Va. Military Affairs and Public Safety with video from the Governor’s Communications Hub: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Intercepting smuggled drugs, going the distance for at-risk youth and soldiering on after a horrific crash are just some of the actions recognized Friday with Freedom Awards for Distinguished Service during Corrections Day[Read More…]

Oglebay to host wedding showcase Feb. 24

  Release from Oglebay: WHEELING, W.Va. – Planning a wedding? Oglebay is planning a wedding showcase on Feb. 24. “Join us on Sunday, Feb. 24 from 1 – 3 p.m. in Oglebay’s Banquet View rooms for a one-stop-shop wedding experience that is sure to inspire! See, sample and experience all the[Read More…]

Media Alert: Glenville State College event at Capitol Thursday, 10-10:30 a.m.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — All West Virginia media are invited to attend the Glenville State College “Home Grown Project”. See the information below: WHAT: Glenville State College “Home Grown Project”  WHERE: Governor’s Cabinet & Conference Room (SoS office) WHEN: Thursday, February 7th, 10-10:30am Please join Glenville State College President Dr. Tracy Pellett,[Read More…]

Oglebay’s West Spa named among America’s top 100 spas

 Press Release from Oglebay Park: WHEELING, W. Va. – Annually, Spas of America releases a list of the Top 100 Spas across the country. The 2018 results are in, and The West Spa at Oglebay has landed a coveted spot on this national list – www.spasofamerica.com/spas-of-america-top-100-spas-of-2018.   Ranked #68 out[Read More…]

Orion Strategies Poll: West Virginians support border wall

Poll: West Virginians blame Congressional democrats for federal government shutdown   CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A new poll in West Virginia by Orion Strategies surveyed the opinions of historic likely voters across the state on a number of issues of concern. When asked if West Virginia voters believe that the United[Read More…]

Bordas & Bordas donates $33,000 to Ronald McDonald House

Contribution made in conjunction with Pittsburgh Steelers Partnership   Press Release from Bordas & Bordas: PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The law firm of Bordas & Bordas has donated a total of $33,000 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh in conjunction with the firm’s Pittsburgh Steelers partnership for the 2018-2019 season.[Read More…]

WVForBroadband: Legislators hear ideas on broadband expansion

Press Release from WVForBroaddand.com CHARLESTON, W.Va.— This week, the West Virginia Legislature’s Joint Committee on Government Operations was presented with the opportunity to assist with the expansion of broadband access across the state. On Monday afternoon, Andrew Emerson, Outside Counsel to AT&T, presented to the committee and addressed the rise[Read More…]

Twelfth Street Garage Legacy benefits area youth

Press Release from the Oglebay Foundation: WHEELING, W.Va —  The Twelfth Street Garage Corporation has donated $100,000 to Oglebay Foundation’s Access to the Parks Fund. Claude A. Vaden owned and operated the Twelfth Street Garage for many years. He and his wife, Henrietta, left it and their estate to benefit[Read More…]

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