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A sure sign that summer’s on its way is the start of Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad’s 2017 season. Potomac Eagle begins its 27th season on Saturday, May 13 with their popular Trough Trip. This outstanding three-hour journey begins just north of Romney at Wappocomo Station, situated next to a charming homestead with a sprawling view…
Dr. Kim Spiezio has been named as Provost at the University of Charleston. He will fill the position being vacated by Dr. Letha Zook, who will be relocating this summer after seven years at UC. Dr. Spiezo will begin his tenure on July 1, 2017. “The search process yielded a shared understanding that Dr. Spiezio…
Highmark Inc.’s anti-fraud efforts continue to be highly effective in combating fraud, waste and abuse (FWA). During the past five years the company’s fraud team has helped to detect or prevent abuses such as fraudulent claims, saving hundreds of millions of dollars for its customers and the company. In 2016 alone, the team made a…
Three faculty members from the Marshall University Lewis College of Business have been honored by the college’s Faculty Awards Committee for their teaching, research and service. Recipients of the awards receive a framed certificate and a monetary award in recognition of their achievements, according to Bob Simpson, interim dean of the college. “We are very…
West Virginia State University (WVSU) Extension Service will host a series of workshops on community gardening May 9, 23 and June 6 at the Welch Armory in Welch, WV. The free workshops target community leaders, individuals and organizations hoping to start or expand community garden projects. Workshops will cover the basics of garden layout and…
Vowing to make community banking great again, Sam Vallandingham, president of The First State Bank, joined more than 100 community bankers and staff from the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) at the White House on May 1, 2017, in a meeting with President Donald Trump and other top administration officials that included Vice President…