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…
The Young Guns Class of 2016 will be announced at the annual Young Guns reception on November 17. Business leaders from around the state will gather to witness the induction of 10 new members into the prestigious honors program. The awards reception will be held at the Culture Center at the State Capitol Complex in…
At its meeting Nov. 16, 2015, the Municipal Home Rule Board approved two more municipalities to join the 26 that have already been granted Home Rule status. Home Rule plans from Elkins and Harpers Ferry were approved. With today’s action, Harpers Ferry became the first Class IV municipality to receive Home Rule status. In addition,…
West Virginia State University (WVSU) will receive grant funds totalling nearly $1.8 million from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) for projects addressing agricultural research and healthy families. “Each day, through research, public service and economic development, West Virginia State University students, faculty, researchers and staff work together to fulfill our mission…
Dr. Monica García Brooks, assistant vice president for information technology, online learning and libraries with Marshall University, was selected for inclusion in Volume IV of The Latino American Who’s Who. Brooks has been with Marshall University for 20 years, having started her career there as a member of the library faculty. She said her secret to…
Local physical therapist, Lincoln Kinkade, is hosting a free, low back pain workshop Saturday, November 14 at 10 a.m. in the Dynamic Physical Therapy Westover clinic. If you suffer from back or leg pain when you stand, walk or sit for long periods of time like when driving, if you have pain, numbness or tingling…