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From Darkness to Light: She lost 10 years to addiction, now she’s celebrating four years of recovery, finding joy in everyday life

From Darkness to Light: She lost 10 years to addiction, now she’s celebrating four years of recovery, finding joy in everyday life

By: D.K. Wright Original Article: WTRF OHIO VALLEY (WTRF) — For most people, Groundhog Day is a fun and quirky holiday focusing on a furry rodent and…
How Jobs & Hope WV Helped Matt Evans Rebuild His Life

How Jobs & Hope WV Helped Matt Evans Rebuild His Life

By: Matthew Holstein When Matt Evans first joined the Jobs & Hope WV program, he was starting from scratch—recently released from prison, living…
Community members recognize Restorative Justice Week at the Berkeley County Recovery Resource Center

Community members recognize Restorative Justice Week at the Berkeley County Recovery Resource Center

By Ainsley Hall ahall@journal-news.net Original Article MARTINSBURG — On Wednesday, people throughout the state gathered in separate groups to…
Georgetown University students visit Martinsburg to learn more about addiction recovery

Georgetown University students visit Martinsburg to learn more about addiction recovery

The Journal By Ainsley Hall ahall@journal-news.net MARTINSBURG — Georgetown University’s Rural Resilience and Public Health Immersion program visited…
Tech Supports Residents’ Recovery, Job Search in W.Va.

Tech Supports Residents’ Recovery, Job Search in W.Va.

Jobs and Hope West Virginia, a state program created to respond to the substance use disorder crisis, uses technology to support residents in their…
West Virginia American Water Launches Web-Based Customer Assistance Program Finder

West Virginia American Water Launches Web-Based Customer Assistance Program Finder

West Virginia American Water has launched a first-of-its-kind tool in the state to help customers determine their eligibility for various financial…
Unlocking a Fresh Start: Expungement of Criminal Records in West Virginia 

Unlocking a Fresh Start: Expungement of Criminal Records in West Virginia 

NOTE: This article provides general information about expungements. Due to the complexity of expungement law, it is advisable to consult with a lawyer…
Tiffany Crum: A Journey of Redemption and Empowerment Through Jobs & Hope WV

Tiffany Crum: A Journey of Redemption and Empowerment Through Jobs & Hope WV

Photo Courtesy of the YWCA By: Matthew Holstein In the heart of West Virginia, amidst the rolling hills and resilient communities, resides a story of…
Gov. Justice Celebrates 500th Jobs & Hope Graduates

Gov. Justice Celebrates 500th Jobs & Hope Graduates

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, May 8, 2024 CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today joined the Jobs & Hope WV team to celebrate…
Workforce, Criminal Justice Leaders Across West Virginia Come Together to Screen Documentary from Award-Winning Filmmakers

Workforce, Criminal Justice Leaders Across West Virginia Come Together to Screen Documentary from Award-Winning Filmmakers

Judge Michael J. Aloi, former corrections commissioner Betsy Jividen join other local leaders in urging businesses to offer “Second Chances for a…

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