the latest technology to more of our customers to ensure they can stay connected to the people and information they need .”
Additionally , as UScellular continues to build out its 5G device portfolio , it invested $ 180,000 in its West Virginia retail store environments in 2020 to create a better shopping experience and showcase the variety of smartphones , tablets , hotspots and wireless tech accessories available for customers . This includes three redesigned or updated stores across the state throughout the year .
Bowles Rice Named West Virginia Firm of the Year for Fifth Consecutive Year
For the fifth time in as many years , Benchmark Litigation has named Bowles Rice its West Virginia Firm of the Year . Benchmark Litigation publishes the definitive guide to America ’ s litigation firms and attorneys , the only publication to focus exclusively on the litigation and disputes market in North America . Through extensive peer review-based
Tom Heywood . research , submission review and casework , Benchmark also recognizes Bowles Rice for its dispute resolution and labor and employment capabilities and has named five firm attorneys — Stuart McMillan , Ronda Harvey , Mark Adkins , Ken Webb and Gerard Stowers — as Local Litigation Stars .
“ From our newest associates to our most seasoned partners , the members of our litigation team do outstanding work for all our clients . I am thrilled that they are once again receiving national recognition as the best in West Virginia ,” says Managing Partner Tom Heywood . “ We are honored to accept this award from Benchmark Litigation for the fifth consecutive year .”
WVU Medicine Joins CORE in Raising Organ Donation Awareness
WVU Medicine is pleased to join the Center for Organ Recovery and Education ( CORE ) to raise awareness about organ , tissue and cornea donation and to inspire everyone to register to be an organ donor . According to CORE , close to 100,000 people in the U . S . are waiting for an organ transplant , including 2,500 people in western Pennsylvania and West Virginia . At least 20 people die daily without receiving a needed transplant . A patient is added to the transplant waiting list every 10 minutes .
On an annual basis , approximately 11,000 people who are considered medically suitable to donate organs , tissue and corneas die , yet only a fraction donate . Anyone can be a potential donor regardless of age , race or medical history .
“ Our relationship with CORE has helped us develop the WVU Medicine Transplant Alliance and provide lifesaving care to our patients ,” says Michael Shullo , Pharm . D ., associate vice president of transplant services for WVU Medicine and leader of the WVU Medicine Transplant Alliance . “ We want to continue to encourage everyone to consider registering for organ donation .” •
After a successful first year and a continued sense of caution , we have made the decision for Girls Night Out to go in again , but we have high hopes for a brighter future ahead .
Introducing Girls Night In : High Hopes , Bright Future
Save the date and join us for our second week-long virtual event to raise awareness & funds to help victims of domestic violence .
• Participate in daily virtual classes
SAVE THE DATE
AUGUST 8- – 14
• Bid in our week-long online auction
• Donate to receive a Girls Night In gift bag jam-packed with goodies and raffle tickets
• Tune into live raffle drawings & more !
For more information or to become a sponsor visit gnowv . com
Fundraiser to benefit the
Providing shelter and support to victims of domestic violence
Questions ? Call 304.720.0541
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