WV Press Release Sharing CHICAGO, Ill. – The National Headache Foundation (NHF) has announced it is seeking 2023 nominations for the Ellen Aubry Memorial Award to recognize the accurate depiction of headache and migraine disorders in film and television media. Nominations are now being accepted and can be submitted by[Read More…]
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West Virginia Hive to host ‘Coffee Talks’ session on Friday in Fayette County
Networking opportunity for business owners at Smithers Wellness Place WV Press Release Sharing SMITHERS, W.Va. – West Virginia Hive, a program of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA), will continue its county-by-county “Coffee Talks” sessions with an event in Fayette County at Smithers Wellness Place from 9:30 a.m.[Read More…]
Robert C. Byrd Institute rebranded: Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center
RCBI begins a new chapter of service, reflecting growth and importance of the economic and workforce driver WV Press Release Sharing HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall University President Brad D. Smith joined campus and community leaders, policymakers, and team members of the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) today to announce a[Read More…]
WV Golf Association releases list of May events
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Golf Association has released its list of events in May:
2023 Try This WV Youth Summit and Conference set for June 15-17
Effort’s goal: Help grow healthier communities in WV WV Press Release Sharing BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — The 2023 Try This WV Youth Summit & Conference will be June 15 -17. These in-person events will be held on the beautiful campus of WV Wesleyan College in Buckhannon The Youth Summit, in partnership with[Read More…]
Tom Cushman of Daniels takes WVGA Senior Series Low Round at Woodhaven
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Tom Cushman of Daniels shot the Little General Stores Low Round of the Day at Thursday’s Senior Series event, hosted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA) and sponsored by Little General Stores, on the Woodhaven course at Glade Springs Village with a three[Read More…]
WVSOM is focus of segment on internationally broadcast PBS NewsHour
Show features WVSOM effort on tackling ‘Rural Health CareShortage in West Virginia’ WV Press Release SharingLEWISBURG, W.Va. – The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM), thestate’s largest medical school, was featured in a segment of PBS NewsHour that airedApril 26 and is available for viewing at the PBS website.[Read More…]
AARP WV celebrates legislation increasing prescription drug access and affordability with signing of insulin co-pay bill: SB 577
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — WV Senate Bill 577, which reduces the co-pay cap on insulin and devices and permitting purchase of testing equipment without a prescription, is now law. Gov. Justice hosted a April 19 bill signing ceremony at the State Capitol, where AARP Capitol Advocacy Team volunteers[Read More…]
Marshall University approves tuition and fees, budget for next year
WV Press Release Sharing HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — The Marshall University Board of Governors today approved the university’s budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, which includes a 2.5% increase in tuition and fees for resident and non-resident undergraduate and graduate students, as well as an 11% reduction in tuition and fees for[Read More…]
West Virginia mining companies, operations recognized for Excellence in Safety and Reclamation
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. ─ During West Virginia Mining Symposium, which took place April 18-19 in Charleston, the West Virginia Coal Association recognized and celebrated “Exemplary Mine Safety & Environmental Excellence” achievements of mining industry operations across the state. “West Virginia’s coal industry continues to show its resilience and[Read More…]
Amy Showalter joins WV Hive as project manager
WV Press Release Sharing BECKLEY, W.Va. – Beckley resident Amy Showalter has joined the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) as a Project Manager with the WV Hive. In her role, Showalter will contribute to existing entrepreneurial services and coordinate the WV Hive’s work as part of the Community[Read More…]
Opinion: We can honor the soldiers for whom the bell tolled
Churches asked to ring bells 21 times on Memorial Day By Patricia Richards Harris, president Doddridge County Historical Society Did you know that when word reached the home front announcing the end of WW2, the American people began ringing their church bells to express their total elation? The deadly war[Read More…]
WVU student engineers partner with Costa Rican community where ecotourism has strained sewage systems
WVUToday MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University students will partner with the ecotourism destination of Monteverde, Costa Rica, to address its stressed sewage problem, which includes undersized and aging septic tanks and untreated water from sinks and washing machines. During the summers of 2024-2026, WVU graduate students from the Benjamin M. Statler College[Read More…]
National Headache Foundation’s Migraine University Program representatives visit campuses, shares strategies
WV Press Release Sharing CHICAGO, Ill. – Migraine University, a signature program of the non-profit National Headache Foundation (NHF), provides resources for young people living with migraine disease and headache disorders while trying to navigate their college experience. NHF representatives have visited hundreds of college campuses for health fairs, student[Read More…]
WVU adjusts budget deficit projections, explains PEIA changes and accelerates academic transformation efforts
Budget deficit for fiscal year 2024 now projected at $45 million WVUToday MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University administrators briefed Board of Governors members today on a multitude of converging efforts being undertaken to strategically reposition the WVU System for the future. President Gordon Gee outlined the plan during his March State of the University address designed to put[Read More…]
Todd Westfall takes WVGA Senior Series Low Round at The Pines
WV Press Release Sharing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Todd Westfall of Bridgeport shot the Little General Stores Low Round of the Day at Wednesday’s Senior Series event, hosted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA) and sponsored by Little General Stores, at The Pines with a three under par 68. “The Pines[Read More…]
Charleston Dirty Birds host media day, outline plans for 2023 baseball season
Savannah Bananas visiting GoMart Ballpark on Friday and Saturday for Spring Training games; Both games sold out By Matt Young, WV Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – With less than two weeks to go before the start of the regular season, the Charleston Dirty Birds, on Wednesday, welcomed members of the[Read More…]
Education Alliance issues ‘last call’ for WV Ready Summer Internship program
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WVSOM, University of Charleston partnership will allow students to earn dual D.O./MBA degree
WV Press Release Sharing LEWISBURG, W.Va. – Starting this summer, students at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) will have the option of learning to manage a business while learning to manage the health of their future patients. On April 17, WVSOM officially entered into a partnership with[Read More…]
WV Press Interview: President Gee and administration look at how to make WVU a smaller, more efficient institution
University’s projected enrollment decline of 5,000 over the next decade could require a $75 million adjustment to annual budget By Don Smith, WV Press Association Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of articles from a WV Press Association interview with WVU President Gordon Gee on the State[Read More…]