West Virginia’s ON TRAC Revitalization Program Now Accepting New Community Member Applications

The West Virginia ON TRAC (Organization and Training for Revitalization and Capacity) program is now accepting new community applications. A program of the West Virginia Development Office, ON TRAC helps towns with community improvement and development. Before applying, community representatives must attend the free application and introductory workshop. The mandatory workshop provides techniques to help…

United Hospital Center’s Oncology Website Wins Davey Award

BlaineTurner Advertising, a full-service marketing and public relations agency, recognizes client, WVU Medicine United Hospital Center (UHC), for winning gold in the website category of the 13th Annual Davey Awards. The Davey Awards is judged and overseen by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA), a 700+ member organization of leading professionals from various…

Quality Service Award Recipient Announced at Berkeley Medical Center

Joanna Gaither, environmental services, was recently named WVU Medicine Berkeley Medical Center’s Quality Service Award winner for September 2017. Each month, the hospital’s Service Award Committee selects a Quality Service Award recipient.  Gaither was chosen because she demonstrates and exhibits initiative and effective time management in completing her tasks in a timely manner.  Recently, she…

Governor Justice, Secretary Thrasher Recommend Projects for West Virginia’s Appalachian Regional Commission Investment Package

Governor Jim Justice and Secretary of Commerce Woody Thrasher recommended seven projects totaling almost $3 million in grants from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Investment Program. “These projects will not only address many of our community and economic development needs in the state, but also take advantage of our assets so that we can continue…

Jefferson Medical Center Offers Health Programs at Anna Mae Reedy Senior Center

WVU Medicine Jefferson Medical Center is joining the Jefferson County Council on Aging to provide health and wellness educational programs for Jefferson County older adults. The goal of both organizations is to enhance the quality of life of older adults.  The health professional from Jefferson Medical Center will assist JCCOA in their mission to help…

Oglebay Resort Opens 2017 West Virginia Light Festivals

The West Virginia Tourism Office encourages visitors and families to experience light displays across the Mountain State this holiday season, including the Festival of Lights at Oglebay Resort opening in Wheeling. “It’s the perfect time of year to celebrate the holiday beauty of West Virginia,” Tourism Commissioner Chelsea Ruby said. “Oglebay’s Festival of Lights hosts…