Each year small businesses nationwide are forced to close their doors in the aftermath of severe storms, flooding, tornadoes, wildfires and hurricanes. Business interruptions, even if they last just a few hours, are costly in terms of lost productivity and profits. You can get help with your own business preparedness planning through a series of…
The third year of West Virginia State University’s (WVSU) Creators Program will begin with a Regional Independent Publishing Panel at the WVSU Economic Development Center (EDC) Tuesday, Sept. 9, from 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Presenters of the first installment of the workshop and lecture series include Keith Davis, author of “The Feuding Hatfields &…
In an effort to assist students as they begin their job searches, as well as health care organizations that might be hiring, Marshall University Career Services has partnered with the MU School of Physical Therapy to present the first Physical Therapy Career Expo from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at the PT…
West Virginia University at Parkersburg has received the annual merit award from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) for achieving at least a 90 percent pass rate on the certified surgical technologist (CST) examination for the cycle of August 2013 through July 2014. This data represents WVU Parkersburg’s first graduating class…
A workshop on “Business Fundamentals” is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 11, in Hampshire County. The workshop is part of the West Virginia mall 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…
DiOGi’s is known in West Virginia for its variety of authentic Latin dishes and the friendly service offered to both human and canine customers. Located in Fayetteville, the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner for visitors from near and far to experience the lively menu and laid-back atmosphere.