West Virginia University Extension’s Grow This program has launched an online microcredential offering free gardening education statewide. The course provides flexible learning for both personal enrichment and professional development.
West Virginia University Cyber has launched a strategic partnership with offensive cyber firm TWENTY. The agreement offers WVU Cyber students direct internship access along with hands-on experience supporting U.S. military…
Dr. Joseph Riesen from Fairmont State University received this year’s College Teacher of the Year Award from WVCTM for his commitment to math education over three decades. Colleagues and former…
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced on May 5 that West Virginia will launch Ascend Heroes—a new initiative offering financial incentives for U.S. veterans moving into select state communities. The partnership involves…
West Virginia University has announced its top seniors for the Class of 2026. Eight students received the Order of Augusta award recognizing academic excellence. Recipients represent varied backgrounds including ROTC…
West Virginia State University will confer its first-ever doctoral degrees during its upcoming commencement ceremony on May 9. Fourteen professionals are set to graduate from WVSU’s new Doctorate of Education…
Retired professor Syd Peng has pledged $3 million to create new endowed positions at West Virginia University’s Statler College. The gift honors both his own legacy and that of his…
Dr. Deborah “Deb” Struth has been appointed permanent Dean of Fairmont State University’s College of Nursing after serving as interim dean since April 2024. The announcement highlights upcoming projects such…
West Virginia State University will celebrate its spring commencement on May 9. The ceremony includes recognition of approximately 240 graduates as well as remarks from alumnus Mike Taylor.
State Director Gil White hosted a webinar with State Rep. Vernon Criss reviewing West Virginia’s latest legislative session. The event focused on updates relevant to local small businesses. NFIB continues…
A new report from NFIB outlines how making permanent a key federal tax deduction will benefit over 118,000 small businesses in West Virginia. The change is expected to bring job…
West Virginia State University will hold a resource fair called Launch Into Life on May 11. The event is designed for students and young adults with disabilities who are preparing…
West Virginia State University will stage ‘Noises Off,’ a British comedy play, on April 23-24. The performances are open to students for free while general admission tickets cost $10. The…
Governor Patrick Morrisey has appointed two new members—Timothy ‘Craig’ Jennings and Jonathan Board—and reappointed Jason Henderson to serve on Fairmont State University’s Board of Governors. The appointees are all alumni…
The National Federation of Independent Business will host a virtual recap of West Virginia’s 2026 legislative session on April 22. State Director Gil White and Delegate Vernon Cross are set…
Ahead of the start of the 2026 legislative session, Gil White, State Director for NFIB West Virginia, has called on lawmakers to focus on policies that support economic growth and…
Michael Ervin of Coal River Coffee Co., an NFIB member from St. Albans, spoke before Congress about preserving a key tax deduction for small businesses. He warned lawmakers that losing…
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