WVU, Pitt and Carnegie Mellon will lead a $321 million Appalachian energy innovation hub focused on AI, grid security, storage and advanced manufacturing. The initiative could create 21,000 jobs, 150 startups and $1 billion in regional growth.
West Virginia hospitals employ more than 54,000 people, but nursing vacancy and turnover rates remain high. WVHA’s 2025 report finds staffing has improved since 2022 and highlights initiatives supporting recruitment, retention, safety and well-being.
LUCAS will offer low-dose lung cancer screenings in Buckhannon Aug. 14, Summersville Aug. 12 and Philippi Aug. 13. Appointments require a physician’s order and must be scheduled at least 14 days ahead.
Vandalia Health Webster Memorial Hospital honored cardiac rehabilitation nurse Veronica Arnold, RN, with the DAISY Award for her compassionate care, clinical expertise and support of patients and colleagues.
Beth Jarrett-Reaser and Mark Reaser are expanding opportunities for first-generation Fairmont State students through scholarships and planned gifts, providing $8,000 in annual support and a lasting legacy of giving back.
An Oklahoma man admitted to wire fraud for his role in a business email compromise scheme targeting the Wheeling-based Regional Economic Development Partnership. Terry Pierce faces up to 20 years in federal prison.
A federal court dismissed a lawsuit seeking unredacted West Virginia voter data. Secretary of State Kris Warner called the ruling a victory for voter privacy, election officials and the rule of law.
Five educators are finalists for West Virginia’s 2027 School Principal of the Year. The Chamber Foundation and state Department of Education will announce the winner at the Champions of Learning Gala on Sept. 8, 2026, in Charleston.
WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital earned two 2026 American Heart Association awards for evidence-based rural heart failure and coronary artery disease care. The honors recognize its commitment to better outcomes, fewer readmissions and lower mortality.
The West Virginia Wildlife Center’s 10th annual Rendezvous Celebration returns July 31–Aug. 1 in French Creek. Visitors can explore living-history encampments, traditional crafts and frontier demonstrations from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine.
