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Jamie Cooper Moales to lead WVU Medicine advancement efforts
MORGANTOWN — Jamie Cooper Moales, a development professional with two decades of experience, is set to join the West Virginia University Foundation. She will lead advancement efforts for WVU Medicine clinical units. Starting August 19, Cooper Moales will take on the role of associate vice president for medical development....
Ohio child who had four surgeries in a week gets life saved by a West Virginia nurse after she discovered something deeper needed to be addressed
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — For Wheeling’s golfers, the Kalkreuth Amateur Golf Championship is a day to get on the green and practice their swing. But for the pediatric patients at Easterseals, the money it raises means a chance for their young lives to blossom. Six months ago, a child now bouncing on a ball and […]
West Virginia delegate says “it’s time for Biden to withdraw from the Presidential race”
A West Virginia delegate has said "it's time" for President Joe Biden withdraw from the Presidential race. Delegate Kayla Young, a Democrat from Kanawha County, posted on her social media a statement saying the national Democratic Party is on the wrong path.
Advocates want tobacco prevention, cessation funding on the agenda for WV special session
A coalition of health care organizations is again calling on West Virginia leaders to increase state funding for tobacco prevention. In a letter Wednesday, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, along with the West Virginia Dental Association, West Virginia Hospital Association and the West Virginia State Medical Association asked Gov. Jim Justice to include […] The post Advocates want tobacco prevention, cessation funding on the agenda for WV special session appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
First at 4 Forum: Amanda Poling & Audrey Poling
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Amanda Poling, the nursing director for West Virginia Junior College in Bridgeport, & Audrey Poling, a practical nursing student, stopped by the First at 4 Thursday. They talked about an upcoming back-to-school bash fundraiser! For more information, visit wvjc.edu. You can watch the full interview above...
Community blood center pleads for donations amidst type-O blood shortage
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Vitalant, the community blood center for nearly 900 hospitals in the United States, said they are experiencing an emergency shortage of type-O blood. In a release, the organization said they have experienced a 30% blood donation shortfall recently. They said this is largely due to the Fourth of July holiday week and the extreme heat combined with summer vacations.
WVU Football: Dark Horse Big 12 Champs and NFL Successes Revealed
West Virginia University (WVU) is considered a potential dark horse for the Big 12 championship, with Coach Neal Brown using media doubt as motivation. The Mountaineers are challenging the perception of Big 12 football characterized by high-powered offenses. WVU's baseball team saw significant developments with players withdrawing from the MLB Draft and multiple selections in various rounds.
Mets Sign WVU Baseball Pitcher as Undrafted Free Agent
Even with the MLB Draft over, another WVU Baseball player is receiving an opportunity with an MLB franchise. The New York Mets signed Hayden Cooper as an undrafted free agent on Wednesday morning. 🍎🍎. Hayden Cooper has signed as a free agent with the New York Mets!#HailWV pic.twitter.com/76w51uTj9J. —...
Church in Elkins to hold Back-to-School Backpack Blessing event
ELKINS, W.Va (WDTV) - A church in Elkins is giving free backpacks and school supplies to children in need this month. The Elkins Family Worship Center, located on Taylor Avenue in Elkins, is holding the Back-to-School Backpack Blessing event on Sunday, July 28th at 11 a.m. Every student who is...
FlingGolf Introduced at West Virginia State Parks
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – West Virginia State Parks are set to introduce an exciting new activity: FlingGolf. FlingGolf is a blend of lacrosse and golf, offering a fresh and engaging experience for players of all levels. WV DNR & WV State Parks are introducing FlingGolf at five state parks this year: Cacapon, Canaan, Pipestem, Stonewall, […] The post FlingGolf Introduced at West Virginia State Parks appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
WV DoHS launches new tool to help staff with abuse, neglect cases
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The West Virginia Department of Human Services is getting ready to launch a new tool to help improve their centralized intake system for abuse and neglect. The DoHS says they’ve partnered with the non-profit Evident Change – formerly known as the National Council on Crime & Delinquency and the Children’s Research […]
Four indicted on federal firearms charges in West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A federal grand jury has indicted four individuals on firearms charges, according to U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld. Todd M. Houston, 35, of Morgantown, and Kayla N. Taylor, 33, of Montrose, face charges related to a conspiracy to straw purchase firearms in Monongalia County. According to court documents, Taylor allegedly falsified documents […]
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