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West Liberty University President Robin C. Capehart revealed his strategy for continued growth and educational excellence in his annual State of the University address today. The speech was part of the opening convocation and general faculty meeting held in Kelly Theatre. “Over the past few years, change on our campus has been remarkable and, as…
International restaurants from throughout the Tri-State Area will be participating in Marshall University’s 49th annual International Festival, scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at the SMG-managed Big Sandy Superstore Arena. Restaurants can still apply for a spot in the festival. Participants will receive a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales and…
Southern West Virginia’s deciduous forests provide the colorful backdrop for the 30th Annual Lumberjackin’ Bluegrassin’ Jamboree at Twin Falls Resort State Park near Mullens October 12-14, 2012. A family-oriented event, the Jamboree features a woodsman’s competition, bluegrass music, Appalachian clogging and a variety of arts, crafts, and food by area residents. Lumberjacks and Jills competition and demonstrations plus bluegrass music are…
The Marshall University Foundation, Inc., is sponsoring an estate planning seminar Thursday, Sept. 13, at the MU Foundation Hall, home of the Erickson Alumni Center. Howard “Buck” Crews and James Graley, attorneys with Campbell Woods, PLLC, will present the seminar titled “Create an Estate Plan that Works for You.” They will discuss topics such as…
The Charleston West Virginia Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and Mayor Danny Jones announced today that Charleston, W.Va., has been chosen to host the 2014 National Marine Corps convention, as well as the 2017 Enlisted Association of National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) conference. Combined, both meetings will have more than $3.1 million in economic impact on the city.…
A Community Shred Day will be held September 12 in Morgantown so people can safely dispose of sensitive documents and better protect themselves against identity theft. The event, sponsored by My Bank! First United Bank & Trust and PACE Shredding, will be held at My Bank! Sabraton community office from 9 am to 4 pm…