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Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Oct. 29, 2024

Kingwood WWII Veteran Laid To Rest 80 Years After Dying In Combat

A veteran from Kingwood, Preston County was buried at a cemetery in his hometown Tuesday, eight decades after he died in World War II combat on the South Pacific Palau islands. Lieutenant Jay Manown, Jr...

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Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Sep. 11, 2024

Hundreds Gather For Martinsburg Veteran Suicide Prevention Walk

In the United States, former military service members are more likely to die by suicide than their non-veteran peers. While the number of suicides among veterans ...

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Economy Jack Walker, Sep. 04, 2024

New Program Aims To Help Veterans Access First Homes With Reduced Mortgage

Veterans could soon have an easier time purchasing their first homes in West Virginia. State Treasurer Riley Moore announced the launch of the Veterans’ Home Loan Mortgage Program on Tuesday.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Jun. 17, 2024

Beckley VA Medical Center Chooses New Executive Director

An experienced veteran has been appointed as the new executive director of the Beckley VA Medical Center.

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Health & Science Jack Walker, Apr. 19, 2024

Health Care Providers Expand Substance Use Disorder Resources For Veterans

As fentanyl overdose deaths rise nationally, West Virginia health care providers are looking for new ways to support veterans struggling with substance use disorder or mental health issues.

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Health & Science Jack Walker, Apr. 17, 2024

New Program Addresses Military Sexual Trauma Among Women Veterans

The Department of Veterans Assistance launched a new program that aims to support women veterans, especially those who have experienced military sexual trauma.

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