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VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on suicide risk and dementia
This week, VA’s Office of Research and Development published three News Briefs highlighting research advances in understanding Veterans’ suicide risk and dementia. Physical activity reduces suicide risk VA researchers from Durham, Salt Lake City...
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Op-Ed: Building a Stronger Future for West Virginia Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship is the backbone of West Virginia’s economy, fueling innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of our communities. As we celebrate National Entrepreneurship Week from February 15-22, we recognize the hard-working...
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West Virginia Department of Human Services Shares End of Year Successes in Child Welfare
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Social Services (BSS) is proud to highlight key accomplishments and progress in child welfare over the past year. These milestones demonstrate the Department’s commitment to...
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West Virginia DMV, IDEMIA and Gov. Jim Justice launch next generation of Mobile ID
The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Gov. Jim Justice is excited to announce a partnership with IDEMIA Public Security North America, to launch the next generation of mobile ID (mID) in the state. West Virginia residents will now...
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Morehead State University's SpaceTrek Program Partners with West Virginia University's Small Satellite Center
Morehead State University announces the expansion of its renowned SpaceTrek program to the West Virginia Small Satellite Center at West Virginia University. MOREHEAD, KY, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Morehead State...
Coalfield Solar Fund Completes Construction of First Round of Solar Schools in Virginia and West Virginia
Staunton, VA, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Coalfield Solar Fund, established to help K-12 schools in historic coal-producing regions of Virginia and West Virginia adopt on-site clean energy and workforce development programs, has...
Secretary’s Message: Maryland Fights for Stronger Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement
October 7, 2025 Federal government shutdown could impact Agreement’s finalization Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Josh Kurtz, Columbia Beach community members, Arundel Rivers staff and DNR staff cut the ribbon on the completed...
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Dr. Sherri Young Steps Down as Health Secretary, Leaves Lasting Impact on West Virginia’s Public Health
Outgoing Cabinet Secretary Dr. Sherri Young, DO, MBA, FAAFP, today expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the people of West Virginia for the opportunity to lead the Department of Health and thanked her dedicated staff for their tireless work in...
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Capito Announces West Virginia’s Approval to Permit Class VI Well Carbon Capture Projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, today announced that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted West Virginia the authority to oversee...
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West Virginia Parkways Authority celebrates 70th birthday of West Virginia Turnpike
The West Virginia Department of Transportation is excited to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the ribbon cutting for the West Virginia Turnpike, a landmark event in the state’s transportation history. The iconic highway, which stretches 88...
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TransCore Launches New Tolling Technology on West Virginia Turnpike
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransCore, a leader in advanced tolling and traffic management solutions, today announced its Infinity tolling technology has successfully gone live along the West Virginia Turnpike. To fulfill...
Gov. Justice announces Novak’s Inc. expansion to West Virginia with new firearm manufacturing facility
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that Novak’s Inc., a world-renowned firearms company, will start manufacturing the famous 1911 pistol and developing new firearm designs in Parkersburg, West Virginia. This expansion will be...
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Matthew W. Cheney Appointed as Acting U.S. Trustee for Maryland, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia
Matthew W. Cheney has been appointed by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland as the Acting U.S. Trustee for Maryland, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia (Region 4) effective Jan. 11. Cheney replaces Gerard R....
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Virginia Introduces Child Internet Safety Bill; Skyll Inc. Plans Movie Games Pilot in West Virginia
RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Virginia lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill 905 (SB905), a significant step toward addressing the dangers children face online by mandating internet safety education in...
Smartwool and icebreaker Announce Partnership with Alterra Mountain Company
Denver, CO, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Smartwool® and icebreaker®, two leaders in performance-driven Merino wool socks and apparel, announce a four-year partnership with Alterra Mountain Company, making the brands the official base layer...
Rising Demand for Gold Resulting in Significant Growth in Gold Mining Operations
PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - The ever-rising growth of gold is projected to continue during the next decade. A report from Market Research Future said that the North America Gold Mining...
Clay Center Partners with DoHS and DH to Offer Discounted Admission for SNAP and WIC Recipients
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), West Virginia Department of Health (DH), and Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia today announced a new partnership to provide discounted admission for households receiving...
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Synchrocare Invites Entrepreneurs to Join Its Growing Franchise Network
Unique opportunity to bring cutting-edge medical device solutions to underserved communities in West Virginia WV, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Synchrocare LLC, a well-established provider of innovative healthcare...
U.S. Commercial Service Charleston Guides West Virginia Company to E-Commerce Success
Echo-Lit is a small, rural business based in Charleston, West Virginia that publishes original quality educational posters for classrooms using thoughtful materials. The U.S. Commercial Service (CS) in Charleston first visited Echo-Lit to...
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Weis Markets partners with Cognira to Enhance Promotion Efficiency and Results
The Mid-Atlantic grocery retailer plans to deploy Cognira’s PromoAI platform to optimize promotions across their 200 stores and digital channels. ATLANTA, GEORGIA, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Mid-Atlantic grocery retailer plans to...