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Weather Briefing from the National Weather Service

Precipitation starts this morning. Flood threat through the weekend. A strong low pressure system approaches from the west today. This system has the potential to produce a significant, widespread flooding event this weekend with some river flooding likely persisting into Monday. Much colder air will then take hold for next week as the system departs. Read More…
Government News Op-Ed

OP ED: BREAKING THE CYCLE: WHY WV MUST PRIORITIZE LOCAL FOOD AND HEALTH

Facing what our new Governor describes as a “massive deficit” in our state budget, I can’t help but notice that Medicaid and PEIA are among the primary causes. This raises an important question. What could we have done over the past few decades to reduce these expenses? The answer is simple – promote healthier outcomes Read More…
Business Government News Op-Ed

Op-Ed: Building a Stronger Future for West Virginia Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurship is the backbone of West Virginia’s economy, fueling innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of our communities. As we celebrate National Entrepreneurship Week from February 15-22, we recognize the hard-working entrepreneurs and small business owners who take risks, bring ideas to life, and drive our state forward. National Entrepreneurship Week is the perfect time to Read More…
News Weather

NWS Gives Flood Warnings but Rain Amounts have Decreased

FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHTThis Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia and much of West Virginia.DAY ONE…Tonight.Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN…Saturday through Thursday.Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more Read More…
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Glenville State University Now Offering Five New MBA Programs, Including AI Program

Through an exciting partnership with RIZE Education, Glenville State University is now offering five new, cutting-edge MBA programs! These programs are a result of hard work and dedication on the part of the Glenville State University Business Department and University President Dr. Mark A. Manchin’s commitment to provide innovative, fully online programs available to WV, Read More…
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North Star Child Advocacy Center Provides a Detailed Look at the Numbers

North Star Child Advocacy Center (NSCAC) has dissected the number of forensic interviews that took place during the 2024 calendar year (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31) to provide the community with a detailed look at what they are doing for Wood County. “When I spoke to the Wood County Commission about the possibility of being included in their budget in November of 2023, Commissioner Couch asked me how Read More…