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WVU alum Emily Calandrelli to become second WV woman in space
Emily Calandrelli, Morgantown native and WVU graduate, will soon become the second West Virginia woman to go to outer space. With the help of Marshall University and the Wing 2 Wing Foundation, Calandrelli will board Blue Origin’s New Shepard launch vehicle and show the children of Appalachia that they too can reach new heights.
NIOSH offering free black lung screenings in North Central WV this week
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health is bringing a mobile testing unit to North Central West Virginia this week, offering free black lung screenings for current and former coal miners in the region. The screenings will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from July 23-25 at Mylan Park, in Morgantown, and […] The post NIOSH offering free black lung screenings in North Central WV this week appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Mental health organizations and first responders join forces at upcoming CIT summit
WEST VIRGINIA (WTRF) — The West Virginia 988 and CIT Summit is quickly approaching at the end of the month. The summit brings together organizations from all over the state to discuss the importance of mental health resources and how to best help people in crisis. Groups like the crisis intervention team, individuals […]
Novotney: Gov. Jim Justice Should Honor Deal to Demo Bellaire Bridge
It was a done deal, or so they thought in Benwood. As Benwood’s public works director David McLaughlin explained recently on River Talk radio, he and Police Chief Frank Longwell attended a meeting back in late winter 2023 during which a $3 million deal was struck with the Governor’s Office. The money was to come out of the Governor’s contingency fund, and finally, the people of Benwood would be rid of the nightmare that’s haunted them for decades.
Annual Harrisonburg Citizen Academy now accepting applications
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - The annual Harrisonburg Citizen Academy is now accepting applications from Harrisonburg and Rockingham County residents. The academy will be held one night each week from Aug. 22 to mid-November. The 13-week course allows participants to visit City of Harrisonburg departments and some partner organizations to learn about the services, programs, and events available to community members. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to see firsthand the tools, equipment, and vehicles staff use in tax-paying duties.
Baskin Robbins to Hold Grand Opening Event With $2 Scoops
Baskin Robbins at 19316 Montgomery Village Ave, which opened back in November, will hold its official grand opening event on Saturday, July 27, from 12-4pm. The event will feature a DJ, prizes, giveaways, and $2 scoops of ice cream. Per Baskin Robbins: “As a token of our appreciation for the...
Custom framing manufacturer expands to Frederick County
Framebridge, the leading manufacturer for direct to customer framing, selected Frederick County for its new manufacturing hub. This is the company’s second facility on the east coast in addition to the studio in Richmond, Kentucky. The new Framing Studio is located at 155 Aviation Drive in Winchester and will...
After Two Failed Comeback Bids, Vincent Orange Is Working as a Mid-Level D.C. Bureaucrat
For the better part of three decades, Vincent Orange has been a brash, blustery, and occasionally bizarre part of D.C.’s civic life. So his absence from the political scene these past two years after his failed Ward 5 Council comeback has felt a bit surprising to Loose Lips. Plenty of politicos have wondered: Where did you go, VO?
Rite Aid has closed these 80 stores in Pa. since filing for bankruptcy
It’s no surprise that since Rite Aid started closing hundreds of stores after it filed bankruptcy in October, that many of the locations were in the Keystone State. After all, Pennsylvania is the pharmaceutical company’s home state. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Environmental lawyers share how Chevron doctrine’s overturning impacts Virginia; more …
From elsewhere: Outdoor food truck "court" planned in Salem. Housing complex rehab in Saltville wins $2.4 million state loan. Mountain Valley Pipeline developer Equitrans and EQT together again as $5.45 billion deal closes. The post Environmental lawyers share how Chevron doctrine’s overturning impacts Virginia; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
8 cases of Listeria reported across Maryland and Virginia
WASHINGTON — At least two people have died, and 28 others have become sick from what health officials believe is a listeria outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the majority of those who've fallen sick, reported eating meats that were sliced at deli counters. Listeria is...
All 25 high schools in Montgomery County will offer Pickleball as a varsity sport beginning this fall
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. — Montgomery County Public Schools is expanding Pickleball to all 25 high schools in the county as a varsity sport this fall. In fall of 2023, MCPS became the first county to offer pickleball as a varsity sport as part of a pilot program that provides access and opportunities to students with disabilities.
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