Marshall University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Receives Full Accreditation

The Marshall University School of Physical Therapy has achieved full accreditation status for its Doctor of Physical Therapy program from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).  For all new programs, the first accreditation is for five years, after which they must submit a self-study for reaccreditation with the possibility of 10 years…

Governor Tomblin Appoints Cramer to Serve as 2nd Judicial Circuit Court Judge

Governor Earl Ray Tomblin today announced the appointment of Jeffrey D. Cramer as Circuit Court Judge for the 2nd Judicial Court Circuit serving Marshall, Tyler and Wetzel counties. Cramer will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former Circuit Court Judge Mark Karl.   “Jeff’s background as a county prosecutor and his commitment to…

Register Today for Elevations Luncheon on June 10

The Charleston Area Alliance will present the Elevations Professional Women’s Network Luncheon: Own It!, an in-depth look at entrepreneurship – exploring risks, challenges and rewards along the way Wednesday, June 10 at the Charleston Marriott Town Center.Click here to register. The event opens at 11:30 a.m. with informal networking, followed by a seated luncheon at…

WVSBDC Offers Small Business Workshop in Kanawha County

A workshop on Business Fundamentals is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon, Thursday, June 25, in Kanawha 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 workshop…

McQuain Trust Establishes Presidential Endowment at WVU with $3 Million Gift

The Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust is giving West Virginia University $3 million to promote and advance the University on a national stage, enhance the student experience and further initiatives important to the University president. The Hazel Ruby McQuain Presidential Endowment will provide critically needed funds to the University president as he/she works to move…

Capito Co-Sponsors Saving Lives, Saving Costs Act

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today co-sponsored the Saving Lives, Saving Costs Act (S. 1475). This legislation would allow physicians who can demonstrate they followed recommended best practices developed by the physician community to benefit from increased liability protection in the form of a legal safe harbor. By reducing the necessary practice of defensive medicine…