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West Virginia is still taking Social Security benefits from orphaned foster kids to pay for care
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (1817+ words) Fred W. Eberle Technical Center in Buckhannon is enrolling students in its commercial driver's license (CDL) training program, an accelerated course that can be completed in five to seven weeks. Both daytime and limited evening sessions are available. Read more " By Erica…...
St. Joseph's Auxiliary funds special bereavement necklaces for families experiencing pregnancy loss
2+ week, 3+ hour ago (532+ words) During life's most difficult moments, even the smallest gesture can provide comfort and remind families they are not alone. The St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary has once again demonstrated its commitment to compassionate patient care by funding a new bereavement program…...
St. Joseph's Hospital opens 2026 prenatal classes, with Lamaze offered in person or online
2+ week, 3+ day ago (149+ words) My Buckhannon St. Joseph's Hospital opens 2026 prenatal classes, with Lamaze offered in person or online The Center for Women's Health at WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital is offering its 2026 lineup of prenatal and pregnancy classes for expecting families in the…...
WVU study shows pregnant women who sit less and move more have fewer adverse outcomes
2+ week, 5+ day ago (1027+ words) Sam's Pizza is now hiring kitchen help and delivery drivers. Interested applicants are asked to fill out an application at the restaurant. Read more " A study by researchers at West Virginia University and two other university-affiliated medical centers found a…...
Advocate program highlights urgent need for foster parents in Upshur County, especially for sibling groups
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (824+ words) BUCKHANNON " The National Youth Advocate Program is raising awareness about the need for foster parents, especially for sibling groups. Tina Hevener, a licensing specialist for the National Youth Advocate Program, attended the May 14 Upshur County Commission meeting as commissioners proclaimed…...
Upshur County Commission approves proclamations for childcare providers and Community Action Month
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (717+ words) BUCKHANNON " The Upshur County Commission approved two proclamations recognizing employees who serve their community and people who care for children. Kathy Mc Murray, executive director for Mountain CAP of WV, and Stephanie Hoover, provider engagement specialist for Mountain Heart Community…...
West Virginia expands access to maternal mental health care with perinatal psychiatric program
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (458+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va. " The West Virginia Department of Human Services, Bureau for Behavioral Health, in partnership with the West Virginia Perinatal Partnership, has announced the launch of the West Virginia Perinatal Psychiatric Access Program, a new initiative designed to strengthen access…...
Annette Fetty-Santilli is a top fundraiser at Pittsburgh Purple Stride
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (310+ words) The Pittsburgh Purple Stride is one of the nation's top 10 Purple Strides in the country, and raised nearly $500, 000. Team West Virginia finished as No. 6 among all participating teams. On Saturday, April 25, there were 60 Purple Strides all over the nation with…...
West Virginia Department of Human Services recognizes National Foster Care Month
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (454+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va. " The West Virginia Department of Human Services joins partners across the state in recognizing National Foster Care Month, as proclaimed by Governor Patrick Morrisey. Observed each May, this recognition highlights the vital role foster parents, kinship caregivers, child…...
The Bed For Every Head program passes 50 placements in Upshur, Gilmer, Randolph and Webster counties
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (648+ words) BUCKHANNON " Riverstone Community Services" Bed For Every Head program has completed 51 placements, providing safe and appropriate sleeping arrangements for children and families in need. Riverstone Community Services is the community assistance branch of the West Virginia State Hospital Initiative Inc....