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WV DCR announces new pay rates
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WV DCR) announced that special hiring rate increases will go into effect today, July 1. The State Personnel Board (SPB) has approved implementing these special hiring rates for Correctional Officer 1 through Correctional Officer 7 positions at WV DCR facilities statewide. Additionally, Correctional […]
Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is applauding another U.S. Supreme Court ruling that plaintiffs may bring a claim under the Administrative Procedure Act within six years of when they are first injured by final agency action, even if the agency first took the action more than six years ago. The Attorney […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Morgantown boy suffers seizure at the pool, parents praise medical team, lifeguards for saving his life
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - An 11-year-old Morgantown boy was saved after having a seizure in the Krepps Pool recently. When Elizabeth Pauley heard three whistles from the pool’s lifeguards, she knew something wasn’t right and saw a boy being pulled from the pool. She instantly recognized his swim trucks and realized it was her son, Jackson.
Triple A forecasts record numbers to hit the road for Independence Day travel
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A record number of Americans will take to the road for the Independence Day holiday this year, according to a report from the Mid-Atlantic Division of Triple A. Spokesperson Tiffany Stanley said this holiday falls toward the end of the of the week, encouraging people to...
‘It’s criminal’: Advocates decry attempt to halt new silica rule meant to protect miners
The inclusion of the language, advocates say, is a direct insult to and betrayal of the nation’s miners, who are being diagnosed with complicated black lung disease at higher rates and younger ages than ever before. The post ‘It’s criminal’: Advocates decry attempt to halt new silica rule meant to protect miners appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Which current WVU Hoops players are most likely to have an NBA future?
Darian DeVries has built a roster of 11 scholarship players in Morgantown so far, and is still looking to fill those final two spots (with presumably big men). 10 of those players are newcomers, with the only returnee being sophomore wing Ofri Naveh, who scored just 2.6 points per game last season as a freshman on a bad West Virginia squad.
Mon River Sweep a success
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Monongahela River is now cleaner thanks to thirty volunteers. On West Virginia Day, June 20, the West Virginia Water Research Institute’s Three Rivers QUEST program teamed up with Ascend WV to organize a Monongahela River Sweep. Thirty volunteers participated, removing over 1,225 pounds of trash from the waters, banks, and […]
Encourage students to join MindFit
Help empower students to become more confident learners by encouraging them to join MindFit Academic Enhancement. MindFit goals include the development of strong time management, organization and study skills along with improved motivation and confidence by offering the following services:. Semester-long coaching with the same mentor,. Coach-student pairings based on...
WVSN Notebook 7/2/24: WVU Player Earns More Recognition
The West Virginia Sports Now Daily Notebook is a daily recap of news concerning West Virginia University Athletics. 4-Star LB Grant Beerman Confirms Commitment Date, Solidifies WVU as Contender. Update (2:30 PM) – 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐋𝐋-𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝟏𝟐 ⭐️ @MilumWyatt pic.twitter.com/SnPGT1TdVf...
West Virginia’s Senate race may shift limits of US climate ambitions
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. It is republished with permission. Sign up for their newsletter here. For decades, West Virginia has elected senators who have played an oversized role in United States energy policy, backing fossil fuels and resisting robust action […] West Virginia’s Senate race may shift limits of US climate ambitions appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
WVU Pulmonary and Sleep Symposium registration open
Registration is open for the annual John E. Parker WVU Pulmonary and Sleep Symposium slated for Aug. 16 at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place. Following the conference, participants should be able to:. Describe endobronchial valve therapy,. Describe evaluation and management of insomnia,. Download and interpret compliance reports,. Review CXR/imaging...
WVU to develop at-home apnea detection device
West Virginia University (WVU) researchers, supported by a U.S. National Science Foundation grant, are developing an at-home sleep apnea detection device. The device uses artificial intelligence to analyze data collected via a smartphone or tablet app. The prototypes are similar to a watch or pulse oximeter and can indicate the severity of sleep apnea and suggest whether patients need treatment or lifestyle changes. Using the device would replace lengthy overnight assessments at sleep facilities.
Demolition set soon for Richwood Avenue redevelopment in Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, W,Va. –– The ambitious multi-year Richwood Avenue redevelopment project is about to make a major advancement. On WAJR’s “Talk of the Town,” President and CEO of the Morgantown Area Partnership (MAP) Russ Rogerson said the bid date for structure demolition will be July 18, just about three weeks away.
City of Cameron moving forward with $4.4 million Phase III water project
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – The City of Cameron’s Mayor Greg Gallentine was presented with a $350,000 check form the Marshall County Commissioners this morning for their Phase III Water Systems Improvement Project. Without the commissions support, Cameron would not have been able to put the project out to bid. The project is about $4.4 […]
NSO Meet the head coaches of Mountaineer sports
The University is home to 18 varsity sports led by newcomer and long-accomplished head coaches. Over the last few years, there have been several coaches in Morgantown who have produced successful season campaigns and athletes. Here are some of the most notable of Mountaineer sports:. Neal Brown, Football. Head Coach...
West Virginia’s secondary has no excuses in 2024 – It’s do or die
Roll back the clock to the 2020 season, the second year on the job for head coach Neal Brown. The starting secondary consisted of Tykee Smith, Sean Mahone and Alonzo Addae at the three safety spots, and Dreshaun Miller and Nicktroy Fortune at cornerback. That's a unit that allowed just 159.6 passing yards per contest across the shortened, 10-game COVID season… a number that ranked No. 1 in all of college football. But things have fallen apart since then on the defensive side of the ball. The following season's iteration had its issues, but was still treading water. But these past two years, it's been a total collapse in the backend of the defense.
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