With more than $2 billion in repairs needed for West Virginia schools, careful thought is given when deciding whether to renovate, repurpose or replace educational facilities. For both new and existing schools, modern safety and technological features are top priority. By Samantha Cart Every December, the School Building Authority of West Virginia (SBA) meets to…
The Homer Laughlin China Company is more than clay, kilns and craft workers. For Newell, WV, it’s a catalyst for hope, growth and prosperity. For the manufacturing industry, it’s an icon for success. By Jennifer Jett Prezkop In Hancock County, the most northern point of West Virginia, there’s a cluster of factories that run the length…
Millennials, those born after 1980, are choosing to live, work, play and stay in places known for innovation, diversity and interconnectivity. To attract and retain these young professionals, West Virginia communities must adapt to the wants and needs of this generation. By Natalie Roper In this 21st-century, knowledge-based economy, young talent retention plays an…