Governor Jim Justice Honors 34 West Virginia Businesses Exporting to New Markets

West Virginia businesses export a diverse range of products, from aluminum coil to video distribution, construction coatings to silk yarns. In an awards ceremony today, 34 companies received the Governor’s Commendation for International Market Entry for exporting to a new country in the previous year. The awards are presented by Gov. Jim Justice, Department of […]

WVU Researchers to Hold NIH-Funded Camp

“Have you ever been to camp?” asked Ann Chester, assistant vice president for education partnerships at the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center. “Camps are magical for building relationships. Over time, you can use those magical relationships for good.” The National Institute of General Medical Sciences, a division of the National Institutes of Health, has […]

Armacell to Expand Manufacturing Plant and Create New Jobs in Roane County

Armacell announced plans to expand its crosslinked polyethylene block or “bun” manufacturing capabilities and create 20 new jobs in the city of Spencer. The company currently employs 70 workers in the Roane County plant. “Armacell is a world leader in engineered foams,” said Governor Jim Justice. “We are honored that this company chose to do […]

Marshall Digital Forensics and Information Assurance Program Joins Intelligence Community Center of Academic Excellence

The Marshall University Digital Forensics and Information Assurance program has joined the Bluegrass State Intelligence Community Center of Academic Excellence (BGS IC CAE). Membership in the center means that participating Marshall students can attend BGS IC CAE outreach events including workshops, career panels, guest lectures, and other events. They are also eligible for scholarships and […]