Fourth Annual Women Warriors Summit To Feature High Profile Speakers
The fourth annual Women Warriors Summit will take place at the Marshall Health Network Arena in Huntington on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026.
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Department of Human Services
Public Comment Open On State TANF Plan
The TANF program has come under increased scrutiny this year, with state audits showing deficits, a delayed assistance rollout and claims of fraud and misuse by recipients.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAutism Group Calls On State To Help Fix Barriers To Treatment
An autism non-profit says a series of barriers including low Medicaid reimbursement rates have made it all but impossible for the majority of West Virginia children diagnosed with autism to receive the treatment they need.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAbused Kids To Share $4.4 Million From W.Va.
Five children, abused at the hands of their adoptive parents and now 8-18 years of age, will share $4.4 million following an agreement between their attorneys and the state of West Virginia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsBackground Checks To Protect Vulnerable Children, Adults Go Digital
Anyone applying to be foster, kinship or adoptive parents, household members, certain employees and volunteers who work with children and vulnerable adults, can now submit background checks through an online portal.
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School-Based Healthcare Expands For Medicaid-Eligible Students In W.Va.
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), in partnership with the Department of Education, announced Wednesday they are expanding Medicaid school-based health services.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsUSDA Lifts SNAP Restrictions In Four Flood-Damaged Counties
Those who receive SNAP benefits in Lewis, Pleasants, Ritchie and Upshur counties can use those dollars to buy hot or prepared foods for the next few weeks, thanks to a temporary federal waiver.
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