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Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College Receives $1.4M Grant for New Heavy Equipment Operators Program
Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College received a $1.4 million grant from Congress. This funding will support a new heavy equipment operators’ program. The money will go towards buying more land and various heavy equipment like simulators, a mini excavator, dozer, dump truck, backhoe, forklift, and more.
🌨️ WVDOH Prepared for Potential Winter Weather in Grant and Hardy Counties
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Charleston, West Virginia. With the possibility of more winter conditions on the horizon, the West Virginia Department of Highways (WVDOH) is well-prepared to tackle snow removal and manage ice on the roads. Recent activity was observed with District 5 crews diligently pretreating the roads along CR 5 in Grant County, and also involved in snow removal on CR 12 during the latest storm in Hardy County. The WVDOH's proactive measures contribute to safer driving conditions for residents and the timely maintenance of major transportation routes. The efforts of the WVDOH crews in these counties exhibit the state's ongoing commitment to road safety and effectiveness of their winter weather strategies. #SeeingResults.
Wildfires spreading through Hardy County, civilians assisting fire crews
HARDY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Weather conditions have allowed for fires to quickly spread throughout Hardy County. The widespread fires have caused fire crews to remain busy around the clock with help being called in from nearly two hours away. The Aurora Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) located in Preston County was called to assist Hardy […]
More than 26,000 acres in West Virginia could be treated for invasive spongy moth
Areas of Berkeley, Grant, Hampshire, Hardy and Morgan counties in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle are under consideration for treatment for Lymantria dispar, commonly known as the spongy or gypsy moth.
Hardy County's 40 & 8 Voiture 1623 Awards Final Round of Scholarships to Local Nursing Students at Eastern WVCTC
On February 27, 2024, the 40 & 8 Hardy County Voiture 1623, represented by Jeff Fraley, Warren Kessel, and Ken Bransky, granted four $500 scholarships to nursing students at Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College (WVCTC). The beneficiaries were Michelle Adkins, Jodee Crites, Crystal Goodwater, and Whitney Simon.
🚧 Ongoing Canopy Clearing Operations in West Virginia District 5
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Charleston, West Virginia. The West Virginia Department of Highways District 5 teams are actively engaging in canopy clearing efforts within the district's seven counties. The operations are part of routine maintenance to ensure safer travel and visibility on the roadways. Among the affected locations, crews are currently working along WV 93 in Grant County, CR 55 in Hardy County, and River Road in Morgan County. These activities are a part of the continuous efforts by the WVDOH to maintain and improve the conditions of the state's transportation routes. The department's recent updates have highlighted the progress in canopy clearing, showcasing the tangible results of their ongoing work. Local motorists are advised to exercise caution when traversing these areas and to be mindful of workers present on the road.
🚧 Canopy Clearing Operations Underway along WV Routes 42 and 9
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Charleston, West Virginia. The West Virginia Department of Highways District 5 crews are hard at work conducting canopy clearing operations to enhance road safety for motorists. Focused efforts are currently taking place along WV 42 in Grant County and WV 9 in Morgan County. These operations involve the mechanical removal of tree canopies overhanging roadways, which aim to improve visibility for drivers and extend the sight distance on these routes. The clearing is a maintenance effort that provides clearer and safer travel pathways for vehicle operators. The WVDOH’s commitment to maintaining safe travel roads is evidenced through their ongoing #SeeingResults initiative.
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