West Virginia has issued immediate interstate movement rules for warm-blooded animals entering from New World Screwworm-impacted areas to protect livestock and companion animals.
St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary is funding a new bereavement program for families who lose a baby during delivery, providing memorial necklaces with the baby’s birth-month birthstone.
Vandalia Health Broaddus Hospital honored ER House Supervisor Cieara Johnson, RN, with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.
Fairmont State University Town and Gown Players present the award-winning musical “Come From Away” June 19-28 in Wallman Hall Theater, with tickets on sale now online or at the box office.
The West Virginia Humanities Council has released the summer 2026 issue of People & Mountains, featuring folklorist Gerald “Gerry” Milnes, the Robert Higgins House restoration in Moorefield, and the rise of history-themed board games.
Marcus Caldeira’s childhood dream became reality when the WVU soccer standout from Mississauga, Ontario, joined Minnesota United FC. After four standout seasons with the Mountaineers, he graduated a semester early with a 4.0 GPA and turned years of work into a pro career.
Davis & Elkins College will host the 2026 American Legion Auxiliary Rhododendron Girls State June 7–13, welcoming more than 200 rising high school seniors for a week of civic leadership and mock government.
West Virginia Wesleyan College has renamed its long-running Spirit Award the Alisa Suttle Spirit Award, honoring the 1992 founder who retired June 1 after 39 years of service. Two students from each class receive the award annually, with eight Bobcats recognized this year.
West Virginia’s Secretary of State office won an IACA 2026 Merit Award for its AI-powered Internal Knowledge Center, marking the state’s second straight year earning the honor.
Stonewall Resort will launch the Mosaic Cruiser, a 40-passenger touring boat offering scenic excursions on Stonewall Jackson Lake, beginning June 15. Daily tours are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., weather permitting.
