MOVRC Hopes to Create Business Opportunities with Launchpad
By Jody Murphy As the Mountain State continues to work toward replacing coal with a variety of flourishing industries, members of the Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Council (MOVRC) are working to generate and renew business and entrepreneurial interests in their region. This focus led to the creation of the Launchpad initiative, a new business and entrepreneur […]
Coal Dust Run 5K Showcases Heritage
By Natalie Taylor Despite the changing tides and shift in West Virginia’s economy, coal and coal mining are still very near and dear in the hearts of Southern West Virginians. In celebration of this sentiment, the Coal Dust Run 5K was created to showcase the proud history and heritage of coal communities. In five short […]
The Azores: The Other Eden
Hi, I’m Katie. Once upon a time I was a kindergarten teacher, and life was pretty good. I loved coming home each day with paint on my hands and funny stories to tell. I got to travel a lot, too. Every time I had a break, I was somewhere new, managing to travel on a […]
Lost & Found: 5 Reasons Not to Go to the Beach in Jamaica
By Katie Allie Hi, I’m Katie. Once upon a time I was a kindergarten teacher, and life was pretty good. I loved coming home each day with paint on my hands and funny stories to tell. I got to travel a lot, too. Every time I had a break, I was somewhere new, managing to […]
Lost & Found: Just Passing Through in Japan
By Katie Allie Hi, I’m Katie. Once upon a time I was a kindergarten teacher, and life was pretty good. I loved coming home each day with paint on my hands and funny stories to tell. I got to travel a lot, too. Every time I had a break, I was somewhere new, managing to […]
Residential Program Aids West Virginia Youth
By Nikki Thomas Founded in 1983, the Golden Girl Group Home is a West Virginia-based nonprofit group home for girls ages 12-21 in need of help making a successful adjustment in their homes, the foster care system or adult life. Located in Ceredo, WV, the group provides educational, recreational, support and treatment services to its […]