WVSBDC Offers Small business Workshop in Hardy County
A workshop on “Business Fundamentals” is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 13, in Hardy County. The workshop is part of the West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WVSBDC) training and business coaching program Three Step Jump Start to help small business owners receive the right information at the right time. The […]
6 Money Mistakes Newlyweds Should Avoid
Summer wedding season is in full swing and newlyweds will soon be managing their finances as a pair. First United Bank & Trust is encouraging couples to waste no time addressing how they will handle money issues as spouses and financial partners. “Developing a financial plan can often take a backseat to the excitement of […]
Governor Tomblin Issues Statement Following Harpers Ferry Fire
Governor Earl Ray Tomblin today issued this statement following the Harpers Ferry fire: “Today’s news about the fire in Harpers Ferry is heartbreaking for our state, the community and those who call it home. Joanne and I send our thoughts and prayers to all those whose livelihoods have been affected. Officials from our Division of […]
Marshall School of Medicine Receives $1.22 Million to Promote Primary Care
The department of family and community health at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine has received a five-year, $1.22 million grant from the federal government to develop ways to educate and train new physicians in novel methods of primary care, specifically geared toward the patient-centered medical home and its team approach to […]
Governor Tomblin Launches Statewide Truancy Diversion Initiative
Governor Earl Ray Tomblin today announced the launch of the Truancy Diversion Initiative, part of the governor’s comprehensive juvenile justice reform in West Virginia. The governor introduced the proposal as part of his 2015 State of the State address in January and signed Senate Bill 393 into law April 2, 2015. “Since becoming governor, […]
“Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” Fall Workshop Sept. 18-20, 2015 at Watoga State Park
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) announces that registration is underway for the fall “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” (BOW) workshop at Watoga State Park Sept. 18-20, 2015. This is an opportunity for women ages 18 and older to learn new outdoor skills. “Have you ever wanted to learn a new skill but have never […]
