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Late and unpaid bills are nothing new for Justice and his family businesses
Last week we learned that union officials say The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation has been taking money out of employees’ paychecks for health insurance for four months, but that money hasn’t been going to the health insurance company. The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation owes about $2.4 million in delinquent contributions, and if it’s not paid by the […]
Rural West Virginia health departments are struggling to stop the spread of HIV amidst restrictions and underfunding
As West Virginia towns were dealing with the fallout of being flooded with prescription painkillers in the late 2010s, Dr. Anita Stewart recognized that people with opioid addictions were at risk of HIV. Prescription pills became harder to get, leading many people to switch to injecting heroin and fentanyl. Stewart knew they needed clean syringes […] Rural West Virginia health departments are struggling to stop the spread of HIV amidst restrictions and underfunding appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
WVU 2024-25 swimming and diving schedule announced
The West Virginia University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced the 2024-25 schedule for the West Virginia University men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams. Head coach Brent MacDonald enters his first season at the helm for the Mountaineers after serving as the head coach at Xavier since...
Monster Recruiting Weekend for WVU Highlights Midweek BUZZ
The 2024 WVU Football season is upon us, with the Mountaineers taking the field on Saturday for their season opener against No. 8 Penn State. Yes, with the official start of the regular season here, much of the staff's focus will be on prepping for each and every game, evaluating the depth chart, developing talent on the field, and moving the program forward. That doesn't mean that recruiting is fully taking a backseat, though, especially this weekend, with WVU procuring a national television audience, FOX's Big Noon Kickoff, Pat McAfee's ESPN Show, and a whole lot more. The plethora of the recruits coming into town will be the focus of today's piece, but it won't be the only part, either. We got a JUMBO-SIZE VIP BUZZ for you to consume, so sit back, relax, and enjoy.
Hayhurst gift to support youth entrepreneurship, innovation through WVU Extension
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WVDN) — One family is working to ensure West Virginia’s young people have the tools they need to become the next generation of innovators, creators and entrepreneurs through a gift to West Virginia University Extension. The Hayhurst Family Young Innovators Initiative has been established to enhance educational programming, financial assistance, coaching and other support to transform the […] The post Hayhurst gift to support youth entrepreneurship, innovation through WVU Extension appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Wheeling Symphony Orchestra kicks off season with free concert at Oglebay
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The kickoff to the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra season begins this weekend at Oglebay with a free concert. It's the annual Labor Day show, “Music Under the Stars,” and will feature an evening full of Broadway, Disney, and classical music. This is the symphony's...
Pierpont CTC receives 2 grants for first-generation students, mental health
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - Pierpont Community and Technical College has been awarded two grants from the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission to support first-generation students and mental health initiatives on campus. A $5,000 First-Generation Student Success Grant will introduce an initiative to support and celebrate first-generation students through meaningful...
‘More than just numbers:’ WVU statistics expert using data to predict extreme weather, financial downturns
MORGANTOWN. W.Va. (WVDN) — Using data and numbers, a West Virginia University statistician is exploring new methods that could predict and model extreme patterns in weather events, financial turmoil and pollution levels. Mihyun Kim, assistant professor of statistics in the WVU Eberly College of Arts and Sciences School of Mathematical and Data Sciences, earned funding from the National Science Foundation […] The post ‘More than just numbers:’ WVU statistics expert using data to predict extreme weather, financial downturns appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Drought impacts water levels at West Virginia lakes, waterfalls
FAYETTE/BRAXTON COUNTIES, WV (WOWK) – The ongoing drought is taking a toll on water levels in the Mountain State. On Tuesday, WOWK 13 News told you that the ongoing drought had cut the boating season short at Summersville Lake due to lowering water levels. On Wednesday, WOWK 13 News crews stopped by Sutton Lake where […]
West Virginia Department of Highways rejects installation of emergency vehicle warning system along Route 2
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Brooke County Commission expressed its disappointment with the decision of the West Virginia Department of Highways to reject the installation of a crucial emergency vehicle warning system along Route 2. According to the Brooke County Commission, the proposed system, which included flashing warning lights on poles in both the […]
Federal Officials Visit Monongalia County Farm To Promote Small Farms
Mary Oldman and Francisco Ramirez own and operate Mountain Harvest Farm just south of Morgantown. Standing in front of a high tunnel full of kale and cherry tomatoes, Oldman said that key pieces of the farm have been made possible through Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) programs and funding. The NRCS is an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that provides technical assistance to farmers and other private landowners and managers.
Monongalia County Schools to close on Friday due to traffic concerns
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Monongalia County Schools will be closed for students on Friday. According to Monongalia County Schools, all schools in the county will be closed on Friday, August 30, due to expected traffic congestion and potential delays that could impact bus services due to the WVU vs Penn State football game. The decision […]
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