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West Virginia Department of Health Recognizes Dozens of Organizations with Celebrating Healthy West Virginia Award
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
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September 19, 2024
The West Virginia State Department of Health, Bureau for Public Health, Division of Health Promotion and Chronic Disease (HPCD) proudly announced today at the Glade Springs Resort the recipients of the 2024 Celebrating Healthy West Virginia Award....
NAI Burns Scalo selected to market the historic McLure Hotel and Apartments in Wheeling, West Virginia
EIN Presswire
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November 11, 2024
This iconic property, currently being marketed by Bryce Custer of NAI Burns Scalo, presents an exceptional opportunity for Hotel or Apartment owners. WHEELING, WV, UNITED STATES, November 11, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The McLure Hotel in...
Gov. Justice debuts Heritage Highway as newest route of West Virginia’s Mountain Rides Program
Office of the Governor - West Virginia
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October 15, 2024
GHENT, WV — Gov. Justice held a celebration today to debut Heritage Highway, the newest route of the West Virginia Mountain Rides program. Heritage Highway, a scenic loop that leads travelers throughout the southern region of the state, marks the...
West Virginia Turnpike northbound Exit 95 entrance ramp to close Thursday night, August 15, 2025
West Virginia Department of Transportation
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August 16, 2024
Page Content CHARLESTON, WV – The northbound entrance ramp to the West Virginia Turnpike (Interstate 77 and Interstate 64), at Exit 95 (WV 61, MacCorkle Avenue), will be closed from 7 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2024, through 7 a.m. Friday, August...
Gov. Justice celebrates West Virginia’s Paranormal Trail being met with great interest
Office of the Governor - West Virginia
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October 11, 2024
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia's new Paranormal Trail is already seeing tremendous popularity with more than 4,300 people signed up to chase infamous haunts throughout the state. An accompanying digital...
TransCore’s Integrity Back Office System Goes Live in West Virginia
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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October 10, 2024
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransCore, a leader in advanced tolling technology and back office solutions, today announced the successful go-live of its next-generation Integrity tolling Back Office System (BOS) to support...
West Virginia Department of Health’s Statistics Center Enhances Security and Payment Options for Vital Records
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
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August 1, 2024
The West Virginia Department of Health’s Health Statistics Center's Vital Records Office is proud to announce the implementation of enhanced security features and expanded payment options at its 350 Capitol Street walk-up window. These updates aim...
Gov. Justice announces launch of West Virginia Paranormal Trail
Office of the Governor - West Virginia
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October 1, 2024
Visit spooky sites and win prizes using digital passport CHARLESTON, WV — In celebration of spooky season, Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced the launch of a statewide Paranormal Trail, designed to help...
Travel South USA Drives International Tourism Growth with Tourism Exchange USA
EIN Presswire
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December 2, 2024
Travel South USA partners with Tourism Exchange USA to boost global access to Southern U.S. destinations, enhancing bookings and economic growth for the region. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Travel South USA,...
Gov. Justice celebrates arrival of fall in West Virginia
Office of the Governor - West Virginia
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September 19, 2024
The third-most forested state in the county, West Virginia is the perfect place to experience the awe-inspiring transition from summer to fall. Explore Dolly Sods Wilderness and Spruce Knob this weekend for a head start on stellar leaf-peeping...
Gov. Justice, Division of Forestry unveil new firefighting equipment ahead of fire season in West Virginia
Office of the Governor - West Virginia
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September 17, 2024
In 2023, Gov. Justice signed SB 1032, which provided $4 million toward new equipment. These funds were allocated by the West Virginia Legislature to purchase equipment to assist WV DOF foresters in fighting wildfires. The new equipment was...
TravelingWiki Engages in Dallas and DC on Special Needs with Former CIA Head, Police Union Pres. & Multiple US Senators
EIN Presswire
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November 14, 2024
TravelingWiki Engages Extensively in Dallas & Washington DC on Special Needs Resources with Former Head of the CIA, a Police Union Pres. & Multiple US Senators WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 14, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- After...
More than 414,000 total transactions completed on West Virginia Turnpike during Labor Day weekend
West Virginia Department of Transportation
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September 6, 2024
Page Content More than 414,000 total transactions were made on the West Virginia Turnpike during the Labor Day holiday weekend from Friday, August 30, 2024, to Monday, September 2, 2024. The 414,212 total transactions among the three toll plazas...
Labor Day travel forecast announced by the West Virginia Parkways Authority
West Virginia Department of Transportation
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August 28, 2024
CHARLESTON, WV – Approximately 415,000 vehicle transactions are expected to take place on the West Virginia Turnpike over the four-day Labor Day holiday weekend from Friday, August 30, 2024, to Monday, September 2, 2024. “Labor Day weekend...
Royal Farms Expands Real Fresh, Real Fast Convenience in Upper Marlboro with Fourth Location
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 30, 2025
BALTIMORE, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Royal Farms, the nationally acclaimed convenience store and gas station chain known for its World-Famous Chicken, freshly brewed coffee, and made-to-order meals, is excited to announce the grand opening...
Manchin, Capito Celebrate Acquisition of Blackwater Canyon Property, Expansion of Public Access in the Monongahela National Forest
U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
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December 30, 2024
Charleston, WV— Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) celebrated the U.S. Forest Service’s acquisition of the Blackwater Canyon parcel from the Crites family. This is one of the most scenic areas in West Virginia,...
Travel South USA Announces Stephen Foutes as New Chairman of the Board
EIN Presswire
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August 26, 2024
Stephen Foutes is named Chairman of the Southern Travel Directors Council, focusing on new tourism campaigns and strategic growth for the Southern region. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, August 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- We are excited to...
USDA Offers Resources, Adds Flexibilities to Disaster Assistance Programs to Help Hurricane Helene-Impacted Farmers, Foresters and Communities
U.S Department Of Agriculture - Washington D.C.
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October 4, 2024
1400 Independence Ave. SW Washington, DC 20250 FPAC.BC.Press@usda.gov WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2024 – In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which devastated communities, homes, farms and businesses across parts of the Southeast, the U.S. Department of...
USDA Offers Resources, Adds Flexibilities to Disaster Assistance Programs to Help Hurricane Helene-Impacted Farmers, Foresters and Communities
U.S Department Of Agriculture - Washington D.C.
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October 4, 2024
WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2024 – In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which devastated communities, homes, farms and businesses across parts of the Southeast, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has deployed staff to assist with response and...
Annie Billups Follows Up Her Debut Rooty with November Sunshine — A Soul-Stirring Portrait of Appalachian Womanhood
EIN Presswire
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June 19, 2025
JIM THORPE, PA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- After earning praise for her emotionally rich debut Rooty, author Annie Billups returns with her newest novel, November Sunshine—a powerful, unflinching narrative that...