SBA Celebrates Women’s History Month
Did you know the Small Business Administration is responsible for ensuring that 23 percent of federal contracting dollars go to small businesses, to include prime and subcontracts for women-owned small businesses (WOSB)? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) celebrates Women’s History Month by providing a free workshop to educate women on how to get certified as […]
“It’s Not Just Thread” Special Lecture at Blennerhassett Museum Quilting Event, March 23
The Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History’s 9th annual Mid-Ohio Valley Heritage Quilt Show, sponsored by the Friends of Blennerhassett and WesBanco, opened March 16 and runs through Sunday, March 24, 2013. There are 65 quilt entries in the show this year that showcase the artistic work of local quilters and needle workers. Doug Kreinik of […]
Texas Tech Wins WVU Law Energy Moot Court Competition
Law students from Texas Tech had the winning argument at the third annual National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition at West Virginia University College of Law on Saturday. Florida State was the runner-up in the three-day competition that included 24 teams from 15 universities. As hosts, WVU fielded two exhibition teams, but was not […]
Statewide Volunteer Award – Limited Time Remains for Nominations
Only a few weeks remain for West Virginians to nominate an outstanding individual, organization or business in their community for the 2013 Governor’s Service Awards. West Virginians have until April 12 to submit nominations for this year’s awards, which recognize citizens, organizations and families who display enduring and innovative commitment for the betterment of the […]
Gov. Tomblin Announces State Historic Preservation Grant Recipients
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today presented State Historic Preservation Office grants including a second round of development grant funds for nine projects totaling $228,479, as well as survey and planning grant funds for eight projects totaling an additional $107,600. “As we begin to commemorate our 150th anniversary of statehood, we are reminded of the importance […]
Economic Forecast for Morgantown: Growth Continues Ahead of Nation
The economic expansion in the Morgantown area is expected to continue, though with less aggressive job growth over the next few years, according to the latest forecast from the West Virginia University College of Business and Economics. The forecast was released March 19 at the annual Morgantown MSA Economic Outlook Conference. “Uncertainty in the global […]
