Morrisey: Tourism Can Help W.Va. Grow
Tourism added $9 billion to West Virginia’s economy last year. And Gov. Patrick Morrisey wants to see that grow.
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WNC Hospital Draws Criticism For Care, Labor Practices After Shift To For-Profit Model
In Asheville, North Carolina, Mission Hospital serves the metro area and its surrounding rural counties. But in recent years, the hospital has been scrutinized, and even federally investigated, for a range of problems.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsThe Impact Of Caregiving And A Struggling Hospital Under Scrutiny, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, an update on devastating floods in the northern part of the state and a preview of a new documentary on caregiving with a look at its impact in West Virginia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More News8 Rural Hospitals Receive Nearly $40 Million
Eight rural hospitals received a total of $40 million through a special grant program organized by the governor.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsUsing Elections As A Teaching Tool And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, presidential elections tend to garner the most attention, and that added excitement provides a unique opportunity to engage students in the classroom with real-world events. ...
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W.Va. Will Distribute $40 Million In Grants To Rural Hospitals
$40 million appropriated by the legislature during the most recent special session is now available as grant funding for rural hospitals.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSenate Pushes Back On Big Pharma
Drug manufacturers have been pushing back at a three-decade-old federal law that helps low and middle income patients get prescription drugs. The state Senate passed a bill Wednesday to combat this trend.
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