Harrison County woman admits to theft of public money
A Bridgeport woman falsified medical records to have more than $242,000 in student loans discharged.
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Three sentenced for methamphetamine trafficking
A Beverly man received six years in federal prison while two others were sentenced for drug sales in Grant and Hardy counties.
Department of Agriculture confirms case of avian influenza in backyard flock in Jackson County
West Virginia’s third detection of bird flu since 2022 prompts officials to urge poultry owners to take extra precautions during winter migration season.
Future of Appalachian Hydrogen Hub in doubt as federal government considers funding cut
A regional hydrogen project that was set to receive nearly $1 billion in federal funding may be on the chopping block as the government continues axing clean energy grants.
WVU expands reach in Virginia with new community college partnership
West Virginia University and the Virginia Community College System have a six-year agreement to create guaranteed admission pathways and seamless credit transfer, opening more routes for Virginia students to pursue four-year degrees at WVU.
Q&A: Evan Feinman led broadband expansion under Biden. Here’s what he thinks of West Virginia’s high-speed internet plan.
Evan Feinman, who led the BEAD program during the Biden administration, reflects on how West Virginia’s broadband plan is unfolding. He discusses what went right and wrong at the federal level and what it will take to get every household connected.
Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital announces first DAISY Award recipient
Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital named Emily Harris, LPN, its first DAISY Award honoree for exceptional teamwork, compassion and patient care as the system completes a full rollout of the DAISY program across its hospitals.
WVU student’s robotics research brings unmanned vehicles to Morgantown trails
A West Virginia University robotics student has developed an autonomous navigation system that helps robots traverse hiking trails. Camden Reed’s research earned recognition as a Best Paper Application Finalist at a prestigious international robotics conference.
Fairmont State’s Folklife Center to celebrate the holidays with upcoming community events
The Frank and Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center at Fairmont State University has two upcoming holiday events featuring festive songs, stories and dancing. Both events are free and open to the public.
Governor Morrisey and First Lady invite West Virginians to submit photos for annual Military and First Responder Honor Trees
Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey invite all West Virginians to submit photos of loved ones who serve or served in the United States Military or as first responders. The photographs will be featured on the annual Honor Trees displayed at the State Capitol during the Christmas season.
Federal government approves West Virginia broadband plan
The federal government approved West Virginia’s broadband development plan, clearing the way for the state to connect more than 73,000 locations to high-speed internet. The plan includes nearly $546 million for 142 deployment projects across the state.
A beloved holiday tradition returns to WVU’s campus
The Woodburn Hall lighting ceremony returns December 2 after more than a decade. “Woodburn will shine once again, bringing generations of Mountaineers together in the warm glow of tradition,” WVU President Michael T. Benson said.
