LOGAN, W.Va. — Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College has received a nearly $3 million Strengthening Institutions Program grant from the U.S. Department of Education to improve student success in nursing and allied health programs. The $2,981,852 grant will fund a five-year initiative called “Southern Health Pathways: Nursing and Allied Health Student Success,” running from fiscal year 2026 through 2031. The initiative is designed to improve student retention, program completion and success on professional licensure and certification exams. “Southern is committed to ensuring that students have the support, resources, and hands-on learning experiences they need to succeed in high-demand […]

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FRANKFORT, Ky. — Gov. Andy Beshear has created an Office of Music. In an Executive Order issued Sept. 25, Beshear emphasized the importance of music in the home and its integral part in Kentucky’s history, as well as shared statistics of the music industry’s economic impact on the state. He wrote: “As Governor, my job is to move our state forward for all of our families. That means supporting our musicians, music businesses, venues and music festivals. I am committed to working with our artists, music industry and leaders at all levels to continue Kentucky’s legacy and leadership in music, […]

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Local high school teens create school club to combat mental health issues

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