Mon Health Appoints Interim CEO
Darryl Duncan is on a leave of absence as Chief Executive Officer and President of Mon Health System. Dottie Oakes has been named interim CEO and will continue in her role as Chief Operating Officer. In a communication to all physicians and staff members, Ms. Oakes said she is focused on continuing to strengthen relationships […]
Sampling the Mountain State: West Virginia Wines and Meads
Gone are the days when wine lovers had to travel to California for a unique winery experience. From the far corner of the Eastern Panhandle to the southern coal fields, West Virginians have perfected the art of wine and mead making, adding a unique and timeless element to the state’s tourism experience. With a variety of flavors to choose from, the Mountain State’s wineries offer something for everyone.
Roadside West Virginia: The Mountain State’s Must-See Attractions
History, architecture, the unique or the downright odd: whatever your interest, West Virginia has something for you. From roadside oddities and unusual attractions to beautiful architecture and historically significant locations, the Mountain State has ample opportunities for exploration.
Voices from the Front Lines
The Netflix documentary “Heroin(e)” follows the efforts of three extraordinary West Virginia women—Jan Rader, Patricia Keller and Necia Freeman—as they work to fight the opioid epidemic in Huntington, WV.
Lily’s Place
The city of Huntington, WV, is one of the hardest hit places—if not the hardest hit place—in America when it comes to the current drug epidemic. This addiction crisis clearly hurts not only the users but their families, friends, co-workers, employees and community members. It also has devastating impacts on another, more vulnerable population: unborn and newborn babies.
Semper Fi: The Legacy of Woody Williams
Before Hershel “Woody” Williams became a Marine corporal and World War II veteran, a Medal of Honor recipient and veterans’ advocate, he was a taxi driver in Fairmont, WV, on the 6 p.m.-6 a.m. shift. He would sometimes also deliver Western Union telegrams to the families of fallen soldiers.