Gov. Tomblin Announces Disaster Assistance Available to Residents and Businesses Affected by Hurricane Sandy

Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin announced, in response to his written request, the U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest disaster loans to residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Sandy. Homeowners, renters and businesses located in Nicholas, Braxton, Clay, Fayette, Greenbrier, Kanawha and Webster counties may apply for disaster loan assistance for damages suffered between Oct.…

The Biggest Loser RunWalk Heads to West Virginia

The Biggest Loser RunWalk heads to Charleston for a Get Fit, Get Ready 5K/10K race on June 29, 2013. From the first-time runner to the elite athlete, participants are encouraged to get off the couch and hit the pavement to gear up for an inspirational event. “The City of Charleston is excited about the opportunity…

Gov. Tomblin Outlines Future Action on BTOP Project

Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin announced actions the State will take on recommendations and requests made by the United States Inspector General for the United States Department of Commerce as well as  the recommendations made by the West Virginia Legislative Auditor on the Broadband Technology Opportunity Program (“BTOP”) grant received by the State in 2010. “It…

Marshall to Welcome Leadership Conference for Young Men March 7

Marshall University’s Office of Multicultural Affairs will cosponsor a new leadership conference for young men in grades 7 through 12 next week. It will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7, in the Memorial Student Center on the university’s Huntington campus. Dr. Shari Clarke, vice president of multicultural affairs at Marshall,…