Gov. Tomblin Appoints Tina H. Combs to the West Virginia Board of Education
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced the appointment of Tina H. Combs to the West Virginia Board of Education. Combs will replace Jenny Phillips who resigned earlier this month. The appointment is effective immediately. “With education as one of my top priorities, I believe it’s vital to have the best State Board of Education possible, […]
West Virginia Commerce Presents 2013 Sponsorship of Outdoor Channel Show
West Virginia Department of Commerce Cabinet Secretary Keith Burdette introduced the state’s newest tool to promote tourism and development: “Fly Rod Chronicles with Curtis Fleming.” The presentation took place Friday, Jan. 18, at 6 p.m. at the West Virginia Culture Center. The evening’s program also included an exclusive preview of an upcoming episode that pays […]
West Virginia Trout Stocking Week of January 14-18
The following waters were stocked the week of January 14, 2013: Blackwater River East Fork Greenbrier River Krodel Lake Laurel Fork (Randolph) Lick Creek Pond Little River East Fork Greenbrier River Little River West Fork Greenbrier River Middle Wheeling Creek North Fork South Branch (C&R) Rollins Lake Shavers Fork (upper section) South Branch (C&R) South […]
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 […]