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Gov. Justice, WV DCR celebrate hiring milestones with 52 additional graduates
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WV DCR) announced a major achievement for West Virginia correctional facilities with the graduation of 52 new officers and staff. This year, WV DCR has welcomed a total of 429 graduates into its ranks, nearly equaling the total amount in […] The post Gov. Justice, WV DCR celebrate hiring milestones with 52 additional graduates appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Mon Power conducting system upgrades in West Virginia service territory
FirstEnergy Corp.’s electric company Mon Power, which serves about 395,000 customers in 34 West Virginia counties, is replacing and upgrading equipment at eight transmission substations in its service territory to help prevent or minimize the ... Read More » The post Mon Power conducting system upgrades in West Virginia service territory appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Union rep says West Virginia governor late on paying worker health insurance bills, despite denials
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s family is millions of dollars behind on payments to employees’ health insurance fund at their financially beleaguered hotel, putting workers’ coverage at risk despite the U.S. Senate candidate’s claims otherwise, a union official said Friday. “The...
WVSSAC Eliminates post-season baseball sectional play
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — The West Virginia high school baseball post season will not have sectional play in 2025. The decision, according to a press release, was approved by the WVSSAC Board of Directors and was unanimously supported by the baseball coaches committee. Accordnig to the press release: “Each region will be divided into two […]
Boaz, West Virginia’s newest therapy dog, arrives at Gilmer County Elementary School
Representatives of First Lady Cathy Justice recently visited Gilmer County Elementary School to celebrate the arrival of Boaz, the state’s newest therapy dog through the Friends With Paws program. Boaz is a male Yellow Labrador Retriever. “I am so excited to add another addition to our Friends With Paws...
Mullens Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Chili Night details announced
MULLENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Mullens Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Chili Night event next month. The community event is set to return to Mullens on Thursday, September 19, 2024, and will begin at 6:00pm. The Mullens City Parking lot in Downtown Mullens will serve as the venue for the annual event. […]
‘Once in a generation’ drought raises water quality concerns
ST. ALBANS, WV (WOWK) – Experts are calling the drought impacting large areas of West Virginia, a ‘Once in a Generation’ drought, as a drought has not affected the region to this degree since 1999. The drought could cause issues with vegetation, livestock and even water. City of St. Albans residents have expressed concerns with […]
DoHS issues clarification on child care provider payments regarding federal rule change
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has been made aware of reports implying that child care centers are dealing with possible closures and funding crisis if the State does not take action by the end of August. The reports are inaccurate and this announcement is being released to provide […]
Congresswoman Miller talks at-home emergency care bill on KCEAA tour
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – West Virginia Congresswoman Carol Miller (R) took time Thursday to tour the Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority headquarters. During her visit, Miller met with EMS and county officials, as well as talked about a bill she introduced with some of her colleagues that would allow seniors on Medicare to receive […]
Gov. Justice, DoHS announce increase in provider waiver rates and IDD waiver expansion
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) announced that providers have been notified that the Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) will increase provider waiver rates by 15% on October 1, 2024, the amount as recommended in the service cost and rate review conducted by Myers and Stauffer […] The post Gov. Justice, DoHS announce increase in provider waiver rates and IDD waiver expansion appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
First Lady Cathy Justice honored for expanding Communities In Schools program statewide, celebrates 20th anniversary of CIS Greenbrier County
LEWISBURG, WV (WVDN) – First Lady Cathy Justice and Gov. Jim Justice joined the 20th anniversary celebration of Communities In Schools in Greenbrier County. During the event at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, First Lady Justice was honored with an award of appreciation for being a driving force behind the success of the program, leading its statewide expansion. Under […] The post First Lady Cathy Justice honored for expanding Communities In Schools program statewide, celebrates 20th anniversary of CIS Greenbrier County appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
CAMC first in southern West Virginia to implant world’s first neuromodulation device
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — CAMC recently made a groundbreaking achievement in the medical world for being the first health system in southern West Virginia to implant the Barostim™ Baroreflex Activation Therapy. According to the press release from Dale M. Witte, Communications Strategist from CAMC, the implant is also the world’s first heart failure device to use neuromodulation, […]
Time to jump for joy- the 45th annual Bridge Day is almost here
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS)– West Virginians and adrenaline-seekers alike are about to be jumping for joy soon with the return of Bridge Day! The 45th anniversary of Bridge Day was announced for Saturday, October 19th of 2024. The entire local community and tons of out-of-state visitors look forward to this event all year to witness […]
West Virginia working to address housing crisis in the state
GHENT, WV (WVNS)– It’s no secret that much like the rest of the country, West Virginia is facing a housing shortage, especially when it comes to affordable housing. The current landscape of the housing market in West Virginia is challenging for a few reasons. Megan Bailey, the president of the Kanawha Valley Board of Realtors, […]
Parting words from a kids’ health advocate: Stay skeptical, West Virginia
I’m an Alaskan now. It feels strange to write, but it’s true. I relocated to Fairbanks over the summer. Whenever you read this, I’m four hours behind you in Alaskan Standard Time, where it’s probably colder with longer nights and occasional northern lights. So, this is my last commentary. West Virginians have always had good […]
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