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Imagine no bookstore, no Internet and no library. That is the stark reality in many regions of the world where young students must learn with limited resources. West Liberty University students hope to share their education with others through a community service project, Education Capacity Building in Rural Nepal. “Our students became aware of the…
Those planning family or group gatherings can take advantage of paddlewheel charters aboard the Island Belle sternwheeler this summer. Evening excursions on the Ohio River for birthday parties, graduations, family reunions, office parties and other events can be scheduled with Blennerhassett Island State Park in Parkersburg, WV. Boat charters begin in May and continue through…
Philanthropy West Virginia is pleased to announce that it is now accepting nominations for the 2014 Spirit of Philanthropy Awards, the state’s premier awards in philanthropy. “Philanthropy WV encourages nominations for the 2014 Spirit of Philanthropy Awards from across the state. Since 2007, these awards celebrate individuals and programs that strive to make a positive…
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin proclaims April as National Safe Digging month and encourages West Virginians to call 811 before every digging project. “The depth of utility lines can vary and the risk of striking an underground utility exists-whether you’re landscaping your yard or excavating a hillside,” Gov. Tomblin said. “I have proclaimed April as National…
West Virginia State University (WVSU) will celebrate Earth Day, Monday, April 21, on its Institute campus. Recently honored with the 2013 Tree Campus USA designation by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management, the WVSU Earth Day event will include a tree planting, interactive exhibits and other activities. “The Tree…
Huntington law firm Jenkins Fenstermaker, PLLC, recently announced the election of two associates, Eleni Kontos-Miller and Nate Kuratomi, to membership in the firm. “Eleni and Nate both are outstanding attorneys who have worked hard to become members of our Firm,” said Jenkins Fenstermaker CEO, Steve Wellman. “They each have very high ethical and professional standards,…