West Virginia University Health System opened Fairmont Medical Center Tuesday morning in what was the former Fairmont Regional Medical Center and hinted it may expand its presence inside the building. […]
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CVB prepares to reopen, celebrate the Fourth
On June 22, VMCCVB officially launched its “Mountaineer Country Commitment to Safety Program,” where tourism partners in the region can pledge to take precautionary measures when reopening during COVID-19 for […]
Mileground grocery
Need for African foods in Morgantown leads to unique store Nagwa Wankey, owner of African Caribbean Foods on the Mileground, loves food, but doesn’t like to cook. So how did […]
City ’s sales tax in effect Wednesday
The City of Morgantown is reminding businesses that the city’s 1% sales and use tax will go into effect Wednesday. Approved by Morgantown City Council in May 2019, the municipal […]
W.Va. AG offers tax prep tips
Morrisey: Be sure to research professionals CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is reminding consumers to research the tax preparer or agency they will use to prepare their […]
Biz-ed collaboration is essential
KINGWOOD — Collaboration between business and education is critical to training Preston County residents for the jobs that are there now and in the future, according to a new report. […]
County to consider aid for CVB
What’s the number?That was the question posed by the Monongalia County Commission during a recent work session with leadership from the Visit Mountaineer Country Convention and Visitors Bureau.Like most entities, […]
Office of Oil & Gas sees significant decrease in revenue and permit applications
COVID-19 has taken a toll on the state office that oversees oil and gas production. James Martin, chief of the Department of Environmental Protection’s Office of Oil and Gas recently […]
Businesses impacted by Buckwheat cancellation
Store owner: We are going to lose a lot of good fun and revenue KINGWOOD — In only the second time in history, Preston County’s Buckwheat Festival is canceled. The […]
Mountain Line requires riders to wear face coverings
Mountain Line Transit has taken aggressive steps to protect the safety of its transit operations since the early part of the pandemic. All buses continue to be fumigated with DSV […]



