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Covid cases on the rise amid back-to-school season
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — With Covid cases on the rise in the area, what can you do to prepare yourself? Covid has become a common topic of conversation over the past five years – and for good reason. According to Karen Bowling, President and C.E.O. of WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital, cases are on the […]
Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office issues warning to drivers as students return to school
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – As Raleigh County Schools welcomes students back to the classroom on Thursday, the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to motorists regarding guidelines pertaining to school buses. Members of the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the West Virginia Southern Regional Highway Safety Program, could be seen patrolling […]
Raleigh County Schools welcomes students for 2024-2025 school year
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Students throughout the Raleigh County area made their way to the bus stops bright and early for the first time in several months as they were welcomed back for the 2024-2025 school year. Students across the state have been gearing up for the return of the weekday school routine, with many […]
WVU Tech officials welcome students to campus
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Blue and gold was the color along South Kanawha Street in downtown Beckley on Monday, August 19, 2024 as WVU Tech students returned to campus. Incoming freshman arriving for the first time were given a warm welcome along with orientation. WVU Tech deans offered support to freshman on Monday morning, letting […]
Back-to-school checklist: Your children’s eye exam
PRINCETON, WV (WOAY) – Eyes are said to be windows to the soul. With vision issues frequently undiagnosed, ensuring your child gets an eye exam before they head back to school could make a world of difference. “During the summer the kids are out playing and they’re in the...
Campus police: the first line of defense for college students
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The first line of defense for any college or university is their campus police force. Though students may sometimes forget, campus police officers are actual law enforcement personnel and hold a good amount of authority over what goes on across their campuses. Jamel Corey, Chief of WVU Tech University Police, said […]
U.S. Department of Education awards Title III funding to Concord University for multiple projects
ATHENS, W.Va. (Hinton News) – Thanks to funding available through CU Forward, an initiative supported by the Department of Education’s Title III Strengthening Institutions Program, Concord University continues to strengthen the undergraduate research experience, enhance career exploration, and innovate in online learning. Faculty will be implementing state-of-the-art projects aligned with CU Forward’s goals in the 2024-25 academic year. This is the final year of a five-year Title III funding grant. Projects and amounts are detailed below. College of Professional and Liberal Studies ADVERTISING/GRAPHIC DESIGN This project will utilize state-of-the-art equipment, industry software, advanced technological tools, and color books, which will significantly improve educational...
Mercer County Schools to host learning event at the Chuck Mathena Center
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Mercer County Schools will be hosting a special event for Kindergarten to Second grade students at the Chuck Mathena Center. According to a press release from Mercer County Schools, the event will be on Friday, September 20, 2024 and will focus on the importance of diversity in education. It will also […]
Concord University receives $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation for STEM Scholarships
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) — Concord University announced that they received a $1 million grant for STEM scholarships from the National Science Foundation. According to a press release from Concord University, the $1 million grant was awarded to Concord University’s College of Science, Mathematics, and Health for a project called “Science Engagement and Active Mentoring to […]
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