Business News

Four Dolphins Press “Delivers” Another Moonbeam Gold Medal

lisa — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:51:53 +0000

The 2011 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards presented by Independent Publisher was recently announced. Four Dolphins Press, a West Virginia independent publishing company, is proud to announce that their book Sad Mad Glad Baby was named the Gold Medal as the best book in the Board Book category. The Sad Mad Glad book series is the creation of co-authors Chuck Stump and Jim Strawn.

Shepherd's Dr. Mark Cook awarded finalist in international composition

lisa — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:49:35 +0000

Dr. Mark Cook, assistant professor of music and director of jazz studies at Shepherd University, was recently named a finalist of the International Music Prize for Excellence in Composition 2011, awarded by the National Academy of Music in Greece.

JEFFERSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LABORATORY RECEIVES ACCREDITATION FROM COLLEGE OF AMERICAN PATHOLOGISTS

lisa — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:48:12 +0000

West Virginia University Hospitals-East officials announced today that Jefferson Memorial Hospital’s laboratory has been awarded accreditation by the Accreditation Committee of the College of American pathologists (CAP), based on the results of a recent onsite inspection.

CAMC trains EMTs to recognize stroke symptoms early and fast

lisa — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:42:43 +0000

Because time lost is brain lost, CAMC offers an Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) class to teach first responders, like EMTs and emergency room nurses, how to recognize the early signs of stroke and what to do in the crucial moments that follow.

WVUH-East, Local Physician Offer Running Clinics, Training Program

lisa — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:39:47 +0000

“I always loved running. It was something you could do by yourself, and under your own power. You could go in any direction, fast or slow as you wanted, fighting the wind if you felt like it, seeking out new sights just on the strength of your feet and the courage of your lungs.” Jesse Owens

Quality Service Award Recipient Announced at City Hospital

lisa — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:38:23 +0000

Deborah Oldham, outpatient surgery registration clerk, was recently named City Hospital’s Quality Service Award winner for December 2011.

Sweeney Todd comes to Shepherd University in February

lisa — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:37:43 +0000

Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning Sweeney Todd comes to Shepherd University on Friday, February 3 and 10 , and Saturday, February 4 and 11 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, February 5 and 12 at 3 p.m. in the Frank Center.

WVUH-East’s City Hospital Hosts Breast Care Center, MRI Open House

lisa — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:57:57 +0000

West Virginia University Hospitals-East’s City Hospital held an open house on Wednesday to showcase the new Breast Care Center and MRI suite.

Shepherd University alumnus honors family with three named funds

lisa — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:55:16 +0000

The Shepherd University Foundation is pleased to announce the creation of three new scholarships by Robert A. Holmes, Ph.D. Funds will be used to provide financial assistance to members of the Stubbs-Washington-Branson Family who exhibit an interest in community and public service.

Psychiatrist Joins WVUH-East

lisa — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:15:28 +0000

West Virginia University Hospitals-East recently announced that Venkata M. Mukkavilli, MD, psychiatrist, has joined Christopher Murphy, MD and Antonio Garcia, MD in practice at WVUH-East Behavioral Health.

Pipestem Resort is site for Gift Buyers Marketplace, Feb. 6-8

lisa — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:10:00 +0000

More than 50 vendors are registered for the annual Gift Buyers Marketplace scheduled February 6-8 at Pipestem Resort State Park. A trade show for gift and souvenir buyers is an annual event that brings wholesale vendors and gift shop buyers together under one roof for three days. Buyers must register in advance or at the door. There is no charge for buyers to attend.

History Series is “A Journey Through Time” at Blennerhassett Island State Park five Sundays in February and March

lisa — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:08:39 +0000

“A Journey Through Time” theme binds five Sunday afternoon history programs in February and March, creating the 2012 Winter Lecture Series at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. The programs feature two first-person interpreters and speakers on a variety of Ohio Valley and West Virginia topics.

Debra J. “Debbie” Cunningham Recognized by Continental Who’s Who

lisa — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:05:14 +0000

Debra J. “Debbie” Cunningham, President and CEO of Evergreen Business Strategies, Inc. of Williamstown, WV has been recognized by Continental Who’s Who as one of America’s top women business owners.

Spilman Adds Creditor Bankruptcy Lawyer

lisa — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:49:27 +0000

The law firm Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC announced today that Rayford K. “Trip” Adams III has joined its Winston-Salem, N.C. office as counsel. Adams will lead the firm’s bankruptcy/creditors’ rights practice in North Carolina. The group is unique in its focus: representing only creditors in bankruptcy matters.

SBA Program Helps to Bridge the Small Business Gap

lisa — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:54:51 +0000

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s national network of Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) plays an essential role in the economic development of their states and local communities through their direct, face-to-face counseling for small businesses, according to a report released today by the SBA.