Gov. Tomblin Announces State Historic Preservation Grant Recipients
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today presented State Historic Preservation Office grants including a second round of development grant funds for nine projects totaling $228,479, as well as survey and planning grant funds for eight projects totaling an additional $107,600. “As we begin to commemorate our 150th anniversary of statehood, we are reminded of the importance […]
Economic Forecast for Morgantown: Growth Continues Ahead of Nation
The economic expansion in the Morgantown area is expected to continue, though with less aggressive job growth over the next few years, according to the latest forecast from the West Virginia University College of Business and Economics. The forecast was released March 19 at the annual Morgantown MSA Economic Outlook Conference. “Uncertainty in the global […]
Gov. Tomblin Announces State Spending Reductions
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced steps to reduce state spending in response to slowing General Revenue Fund tax collections. Effective immediately, all agencies within the Executive Branch will implement a temporary hiring restriction on General Revenue funded positions. “Throughout my public service career, I have adamantly advocated for and implemented plans to promote fiscal […]
Learn How the Affordable Care Act Will Affect You
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Author, WVU Student Continues Role as Iraq War Soldier’s Voice
Long before arriving at West Virginia University, Colby Buzzell emerged as one of the most meaningful voices of the Iraq War. It all started with a blog that featured Buzzell’s take on the day-to-day events of the war from the perspective of an infantry man. He shared insights beyond what journalists knew about and what […]
Gov. Tomblin Commends Senate on Passage of Senate Bill 359
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today issued the following statement, praising the West Virginia Senate for supporting and passing Senate Bill 359, which outlines the comprehensive plan to raise student achievement and improve the state’s education system. The bill will now move to the West Virginia House of Delegates for consideration. “I commend the members of […]
