HIPAA Final Omnibus Rule Brings “Sweeping Change” to Health Care Industry
On January 17, 2013, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the release of the HIPAA final omnibus rule, which was years in the making. The final rule makes sweeping changes to the HIPAA compliance obligations of covered entities and business associates and comprises four final rules wrapped into one: Modifications to […]
Gov. Tomblin Named 2013 Appalachian Regional Commission’s States’ Co-Chair
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin will serve as the 2013 states’ co-chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), effective Jan. 1, 2013. Gov. Tomblin was chosen as co-chair by the governors of the 12 other states in the Appalachian Region. “The Appalachian Regional Commission’s support for local projects has improved the quality of life for many […]
Private Gifts Making a Difference as WVU’s ‘State of Minds’ Campaign Tops $600 Million
The contributions include endowed scholarships to enable students to attend class; software to help students gain industry-standard knowledge; and financial support for cutting-edge degree programs. Donors to “A State of Minds: The Campaign for West Virginia’s University” are making a positive impact – contributing $605 million through Dec. 31. The WVU Foundation says that over […]
3-D Art to be Featured at Gallery 842
Three-dimensional artists Michael Anthony Smith, academic lab manager for Marshall University’s School of Art and Design, and Rick Wolhoy, sculpture studio technician, will present a joint exhibition of their work at Gallery 842 in Huntington beginning Friday, Jan. 18. The exhibit, separately titled 60’ 6” for Smith and Anthropometry for Wolhoy, opens at 6 p.m. […]
“Summer in January” at YMCA of Kanawha Valley
YMCA of Kanawha Valley will host “Summer in January” on Monday, January 21, 2013 from 9am-4pm. AmeriCorps volunteers will join the YMCA staff in Charleston to teach children about fitness and nutrition. The importance of keeping physically active all year long and learning about eating more fruits and vegetables will be the focus of the […]
Comfort Inn of Charleston to Offer Valentine’s Day Couples Packages & Wine Tasting Event for Singles
The Comfort Inn of Charleston, WV (located in Cross Lanes) is making it easier to treat your valentine this year with their special Valentine’s Day Package. In addition, they will be offering a special single’s Wine Tasting event on Valentine’s Day for all those freedom loving folks in the area. “We are very excited to […]
