Government News West Virginia

Gov. Justice announces historic airline partnership

CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice today announced a partnership with the successful new low cost carrier Breeze Airways to connect West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) with at least five cities over the next two years. New nonstop flights to Orlando, Florida (MCO) and Charleston, South Carolina (CHS) will begin May 31, 2023. The new routes are Read More…

News Schools

Glenville State University Financial Aid Employees Earn NASFAA Certification

GLENVILLE, WV – Two Glenville State University employees within the Office of Financial Aid have earned the FAAC® designation from the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators’ (NASFAA) accredited Certified Financial Aid Administrator® Program.  Financial Aid Director Stephany Amos and Financial Aid Counselor Sheri Goff both completed the process. There are only around 340 individuals throughout Read More…

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Join in the Planning of Calhoun County 4-H Camp

Youth voice is important in the planning of the annual 4-H Camp. Calhoun County 4-H encourages those interested in camp to come out this Sunday, April 2 at 2:00 p.m. at the Calhoun County Library to help them plan Calhoun County 4-H Camp 2023 (scheduled for June 4-9 at the Gilmer County Recreation Center)! For Read More…

News Schools

Zoodles: Hopping from State to State to Educate

Students at Arnoldsburg Elementary had a very special visit from Zoodles on Tuesday when Chris Lee, Educator and Animal Handler for Zoodles introduced the children to multiple critters from a cockatoo to a royal python . The main attraction was “Tippy Toes,” an African tortoise, who roamed the gymnasium during the entire presentation. This pet Read More…

Government Holiday News

First Lady Justice – Bunny Brunch and Easter Celebration

CHARLESTON, WV — First Lady Cathy Justice announced today plans for the 2023 Bunny Brunch and Easter Celebration, which will be held Saturday, April 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the West Virginia Culture Center at the State Capitol Complex in Charleston.  “This event is always so much fun,” First Lady Justice said. “The petting Read More…

News Schools

CMHS Parent Teachers Organization hosts Successful Scholastic Event

The Calhoun Middle High School Parent Teacher Organization met in the Commons area of CMHS on Monday evening at 5 p.m. The newly reorganized group is lead by PTO President Jeff Hunt who hopes to build the organization, get parents active and involved in the school to make a positive difference. Five PTO members attended Read More…

Government Health News

URGENT ACTION NEEDED: Opportunity to Close the Delta-8 Farm Bill Loophole

The U.S. House and Senate Agriculture Committees are asking for feedback related to the 2023 Farm Bill. This feedback is due by March 31. This is your opportunity to eliminate the loophole that allows intoxicating hemp products such as Delta-8, Delta-10 and Delta-0 THC to be sold.  WHAT YOU CAN DO  Please fill out the linked forms Read More…

Hunting/Fishing News Tourism

7 BUCKET LIST ITEMS TO HELP YOU PLAN YOUR GOLD RUSH TRIP

EXPLORE WEST VIRGINIA’S NATURAL BEAUTY AND CATCH A PRIZED GOLDEN RAINBOW TROUT WITH OUR ULTIMATE GOLD RUSH FISHING TRIP BUCKET LIST. The sixth annual West Virginia Gold Rush is March 28 – April 8. This exciting event offers anglers an opportunity to catch golden rainbow trout, win prizes and explore the state’s natural beauty. With 68 stockings Read More…

News Schools

State Superintendent of Schools Visits Glenville State University

GLENVILLE, WV – West Virginia’s State Superintendent of Schools, David L. Roach, recently visited Glenville State University education students. Roach joined Glenville State Home Grown Scholars at a reception earlier this month. The Home Grown initiative at Glenville State is focused on prospective teacher identification in the county schools partnered with scholarship support for candidate Read More…