‘Jay’ Rockefeller Dies At 89
Jay Rockefeller, the last member of his family’s political dynasty who served as West Virginia’s governor and later a longtime U.S. senator, has died.
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Following Hurricane Helene, A Community Of Ballad Singers Is Making A Comeback, This West Virginia Morning
When Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina in 2024, it took lives and upended communities. A community of ballad singers lost a place where they could share their tradition, but what was lost could be restored.
Continue Reading Take Me to More News$9 Million Program Aims To Bump Educational Success
Millions of federal dollars will be used in an effort to sharply increase the number of high school graduates in West Virginia, as well as those who pursue education and training beyond high school.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSimplifying Academic Financial Aid And Tracking Peak Fall Colors, This West Virginia Morning
The Higher Education Policy Commission, wants lawmakers to help make the state’s academic aid system less complicated. And, the state has invested in tools and resources to help travellers track the brightest shades of fall colors.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsEducational Leaders Reiterate Commitment To Simplify State Financial Aid
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission provided updates about how it plans to simplify the state's academic financial aid process.
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Student Dual Enrollment Programs Boosted By Legislative Support
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC) announced at its meeting Friday an 11.5 percent increase in high school dual enrollment programs, which allow students to earn college credit while still in high school.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDespite Improvements, Students And Schools Still Face FAFSA Hurdles
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly known as the FAFSA, is meant to help students access funds to pursue higher education. But recent changes to the federal form have left students and schools scrambling for answers.
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