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The Foundation of a Century: It’s time for West Virginia’s second quarter
As December 2025 draws to a close, we find ourselves at a historic milestone. One fourth of the 21st century is now behind us. For many, the last 25 years have flown by, as it inevitably does, but with a speed that’s hard to fathom. Even so, the years in West Virginia have been marked by progress. At the dawn of this millennium, West Virginia faced what many called “insurmountable” financial hurdles.
West Virginia's Path Forward
Policies are not just words on paper – they are the driving force behind the reality you experience. They’re the framework that helps shape the trajectory of your life, and those you love. Policies are the difference between whether you have a job created or lost, a bridge built or delayed, a population that is growing or shrinking and a community that thrives or fades. If you live, work or raise a family in West Virginia, you are personally invested in the outcomes of our state’s policy.
West Virginia's path forward
Policies are not just words on paper — they are the driving force behind the reality you experience. They’re the framework that helps shape the trajectory of your life, and those you love. Policies are the difference between whether you have a job created or lost, a bridge built or delayed, a population that is growing or shrinking and a community that thrives or fades. If you live, work or raise a family in West Virginia, you are personally invested in the outcomes of our state’s policy.
Steve Roberts: West Virginia's path forward (Opinion)
Policies are not just words on paper, they are the driving force behind the reality you experience. They’re the framework that helps shape the trajectory of your life, and those you love. Policies are the difference between whether you have a job created or lost, a bridge built or delayed, a population that is growing or shrinking and a community that thrives or fades. If you live, work or raise a family in West Virginia, you are personally invested in the outcomes of our state’s policy.
OPINION: Chamber backs Hardesty about public school laws
CHARLESTON – Well-educated students who are prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st Century are vital to our success as a state. Today’s students will have unprecedented opportunity to succeed in life if they are properly educated and prepared. Last week, West Virginia Board of Education President Paul Hardesty pointed to important facts regarding the West Virginia school-age population and regulations regarding school funding.
West Virginia Chamber responds to remarks from Board of Education President Paul Hardesty
Well-educated students who are prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st Century are vital to our success as a state. Today’s students will have unprecedented opportunity to succeed in life if they are properly educated and prepared. On Wednesday, West Virginia Board of Education President Paul Hardesty pointed to important facts regarding the West Virginia school-age population and regulations regarding school funding.
Supporting student-athlete success: factors influencing the New Zealand student-athlete experience in New Zealand and the United States
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to identify the system components that New Zealand student-athletes found helpful when navigating the demands of elite level sport and university studies. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 former student-athletes (seven females and eleven males). Eight of these athletes participated in a New Zealand based system and ten were at United States based NCAA Division 1 universities.
West Virginia's best sales pitch to the world
August 27 is more than just another date on the calendar. It marks the opening of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce 89th Annual Meeting & Business Summit, our flagship gathering and the largest event of its kind in the state. Held at The Greenbrier, fondly referred to as “America’s Resort,” this is more than a meeting, it’s a moment, steeped in tradition, that moves our state forward.
Steve Roberts: WV's business pitch to the world (Opinion)
Aug. 27 is more than just another date on the calendar. It marks the opening of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce 89th annual Meeting & Business Summit, our flagship gathering and the largest event of its kind in the state. Held at The Greenbrier resort, fondly referred to as “America’s Resort,” this is more than a meeting, it’s a moment, steeped in tradition, that moves our state forward.
Everything You Need to Know About Rusty Roof Repair
A little roof rust can turn into a big problem, but don’t panic. Whether your roof has light surface rust or deeper corrosion, there are solutions that can repair the damage and prevent it from getting worse — most of the time, you don’t need to replace the roof. Read on to discover the causes of rust, how to repair a rusted metal roof, and how to apply long-term protection that extends your roof’s lifespan and saves your budget.
Steve Roberts: Certificate of Need needs to stay in WV (Opinion)
The health and well-being of West Virginia citizens is everyone’s business. Hospitals, local clinics, physicians and so many others work together to provide quality care at the most affordable price possible for health and wellness throughout our state. West Virginia’s Certificate of Need process helps ensure quality of care, good accessibility to providers and, importantly, allows our hospitals to provide the best quality of care in as many locations as possible throughout West Virginia.
Do Roof Coatings Impact Drinking Water Collection?
Roof coatings are great for waterproofing, boosting energy efficiency, and extending a roof’s lifespan — but is collected rainwater safe to drink if it’s come into contact with a roof coating? Whether you’re looking to reduce your water bills or enhance your building’s sustainability, if you want to collect rainwater for drinking or irrigating edible plants, understanding how your roof water collection system interacts with coatings is critical.
Steve Roberts: Issues facing W.Va. aren't insurmountable (Opinion)
In the wake of the recent flooding that did much damage to several communities in our state, we have seen firsthand the resilience and solidarity of West Virginia’s people. These floods reminded us of the need to better prepare and support our communities for the challenges ahead. Many in our state will be surprised to learn we lost jobs in important sectors of the economy during the last year. To make matters worse, West Virginia has fewer jobs now than in 2019.
Steve Roberts: Annual chamber meeting to focus on future (Opinion)
When the 87th annual Meeting and Business Summit of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce convenes next week, business, education, health care, finance, political and community leaders from throughout our state will gather to discuss our recent successes and seek solutions for pressing West Virginia needs. The roots of this annual gathering are deep and strong.
West Virginia Chamber focus to be on energy, ideas and action
When the 87th annual Meeting and Business Summit of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce convenes next week, business, education, health care, finance, political and community leaders from throughout our state will gather to discuss our recent successes and seek solutions for pressing West Virginia needs. The roots of this annual gathering are deep and strong.
West Virginia Chamber focus to be on energy, ideas and action
When the 87th Annual Meeting and Business Summit of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce convenes next week, business, education, healthcare, finance, political and community leaders from throughout our state will gather to discuss our recent successes and seek solutions for pressing West Virginia needs. The roots of this annual gathering are deep and strong.
Energy, ideas and action
When the 87th Annual Meeting and Business Summit of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce convenes next week, business, education, healthcare, finance, political and community leaders from throughout our state will gather to discuss our recent successes and seek solutions for pressing West Virginia needs. The roots of this annual gathering are deep and strong.
STEVE ROBERTS: Are we going to be fine?
1 of 2 STEVE ROBERTS “The public doesn’t want me to be the ‘president senator.’ They want me to be the president and let senators be senators,” President Biden said at his recent press conference. “If I made a mistake, I’m used to negotiating to get things done, and I’ve been, in the past, relatively successful at it in the United States Senate, even as vice president.
STEVE ROBERTS: Tis the season to give to food bank
STEVE ROBERTS This season, give the gift of food. And health. And hope. As the year ends, a lot of folks are thinking about their charitable contributions, and there is no better place for your donated dollars than your local food bank or other nutrition programs. The need is acute, as the damaging effects of the pandemic continue to ripple through the economy while inflation — the worst in 40 years — wrecks family budgets.
STEVE ROBERTS: Is Joe Biden up to the job?
1 of 2 STEVE ROBERTS Can Joe Biden do the job? That question is being asked, with rising alarm, by a substantial number of Democrats. Their concern has not yet crystalized into conviction, and there is still time for the president to reverse this trend, but the current mood of dismay is unmistakable. In the latest CNN poll, for instance, the percentage of voters who strongly approve of Biden’s performance has slipped from 35% in April down to 15%.
STEVE ROBERTS: Facebook was a prime co-conspirator on Jan. 6
1 of 2 STEVE ROBERTS Many Facebook employees felt their own company helped instigate and organize the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. “Haven’t we had enough time to figure out how to manage discourse without enabling violence?” one worker wrote afterward.
Set Seven Goals for Your Dental Practice in 2021
Setting new goals for your dental practice can be extremely beneficial for the entire office, serving as a fresh start to tackle projects or processes that need to be optimized. Setting year-long goals enables your practice to be more productive and efficient in the new year.
Guides to Higher Education
Angel Galvez knew he wanted to go to college, but he didn’t know how to get there. His friends at Wheaton High were not encouraging. “I would talk to them about it,” he says, “and they just wouldn’t know what to say. They were like, ‘Oh, right.’ ” His parents were supportive but could offer little help. His father had left school early in El Salvador, and worked as a janitor. His mother, an immigrant from Mexico, was a hotel maid.
Sole Survivor
When Terry Fortuna goes out in public, she often casts her eyes toward the ground. But not because she’s shy. It’s just that this funny, friendly white-haired woman of 63 has a thing about shoes. “In fact, I really have to be very careful, because I find myself staring at somebody’s feet,” she says.
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