Education

Morrisey Signs 4 Bills, Including Expansion of Personal Finance Courses in W.Va. Schools

Governor Takes Action on Key Legislative Measures West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed four bills into law, with one of the most notable ...

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From Waste to Resource: WVU Student’s Research on Transforming Chicken Droppings into Eco-Friendly Fertilizer

Poultry farming generates millions of tons of waste each year, posing environmental challenges while also holding untapped agricultural potential. A promising research project at ...

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$70M spent sending WV foster children to out-of-state facilities, some with abuse allegations

West Virginia spent nearly $70 million last year to house foster children in out-of-state facilities due to a lack of in-state capacity. These costs ...

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West Virginia’s school athletics organization goes under political microscope

West Virginia’s governing body for high school sports is currently under heightened political scrutiny, with state senators considering potential reforms to increase transparency and ...

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Medina High School lacrosse team escapes bus fire on I-77 North in Sissonville, West Virginia

A charter bus carrying the Medina High School girls’ lacrosse team caught fire on Interstate 77 North near Sissonville, West Virginia. The incident occurred ...

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West Virginia Boys & Girls Clubs announce youth of the year at statewide event

CHARLESTON — Sydney B., a member of the Boys & Girls Club of the Eastern Panhandle, has been named the West Virginia State Youth ...

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‘We don’t need it anymore’: WV Senate passes bill banning DEI in state government, schools

Sen. Scott Fuller, R-Wayne, spoke on the Senate floor on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in support of a bill that would eliminate diversity, equity, ...

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How Michigan schools can thrive as U.S. Dept. of Ed. evolves

Public school officials in Michigan have seized on recent workforce reductions at the U.S. Department of Education, raising concerns about their potential impact. However, ...

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Will the WV Legislature do something good? Maybe, but don’t hold your breath.

The West Virginia Legislature often faces criticism for introducing controversial policies, but occasionally, a bill emerges that could bring positive change. Senate Bill 506 ...

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West Virginia aims to become AI data center hub with new microgrid bill

West Virginia is positioning itself as a future hub for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers with new legislation aimed at developing microgrid infrastructure. The ...

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