New Employees Hired to Implement Federal Bridging the Gap Grant at WVU Parkersburg

West Virginia University at Parkersburg has hired its first two employees to implement its portion of funding from the Department of Labor’s Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training grant program. Last year, the state’s Community and Technical College System (CTCS) was awarded $25 million to encourage West Virginians to enroll, pursue and graduate…

Governor Tomblin Announces Recommendations for Appalachian Regional Commission Grants

Governor Earl Ray Tomblin today announced recommendations for the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Investment Program grants. The recommended projects total more than $4.3 million in grant funding.   “From public water systems to education and workforce development, the projects I’ve recommended for funding all help foster statewide economic opportunities and improve the quality of life…