In an effort to re-establish West Virginia's Campus Compact as a unit within the Higher Education Policy Commission, State Farm presented a $25,000 check to First Lady Gayle Manchin last week during a private breakfast in Charleston.
Manchin CHARLESTON -- As chairman of the Southern States Energy Board (SSEB) and as the governor of a major energy-producing state, I have called upon fellow governors to join me in signing a Declaration of American Energy Independence. This document is a strong step toward ending our dependency on foreign oil.
Sprouse CHARLESTON -- When Joe Manchin came sweeping to office with a 69 percent win (a number everyone heard ad nauseum that first year), he made some aggressive moves with the privatization of Workers' Comp leading the way.
McGraw CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to hear an appeal of an order involving the use of private counsel as Special Assistant Attorneys General.
Sprouse CHARLESTON -- I predicted it months ago ... well, wait, saying I predicted it is like saying I predict Ohio State winning the National Championship: me and every other Tom, Dick and Harry has.
Gov. Joe Manchin visited last weekend with West Virginia National Guard troops in southern New Mexico assisting in U.S.-Mexico border security as part of Operation Jump Start. LAS CRUCES, N.M. - Gov. Joe Manchin made a two-day visit with West Virginia National Guard troops who are in southern New Mexico assisting in U.S.-Mexico border security efforts as part of Operation Jump Start.
Manchin CHARLESTON -- In December 1971, skiers throughout the state and region got their first opportunity to enjoy West Virginia's first commercial ski area with the opening of Canaan Valley Resort.
Manchin CHARLESTON -- From season to season, and month to month in this column, I have reveled in the natural wonders of our state, highlighted the true beauty of our land, and celebrated the caring and commitment and its people that comes from within.
CHARLESTON - A recent trip to South Africa, a country crawling out of turmoil, surprised a couple of Charleston attorneys with a few ideas on how to operate a legal system smoothly.