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1. New medical rehabilitation hospital breaks ground (wsaz.com) — A new Vandalia Health and Mary Free Bed rehabilitation hospital is now under construction in Charleston's 1200 block of Washington Street East, promising expanded inpatient and outpatient rehab care close to home. Local leaders say the facility should reduce the need for residents with serious injuries or complex conditions to travel out of state, easing stress on patients and families.
2. University of Charleston earns national recognition in 2027 US News rankings (wowktv.com) — The University of Charleston is celebrating a strong showing in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report rankings, including being named the top private university in West Virginia. With enrollment on the Charleston campus at a five-year high, the school says national recognition and steady growth are reinforcing its role as a key educational anchor for local students and families.
3. Application Of Gas South, LLC For Approval To Offer, Render, Furnish Or Supply Natural Gas Supply Services In West Virginia - 26-0635-EEPP (hintonnews.com subscription) — Charleston residents should know that Gas South, LLC has applied to the state Public Service Commission for permission to sell natural gas across most of West Virginia. Anyone questioning the company's technical or financial fitness can file a written protest with the PSC on Brooks Street in Charleston within 15 days, with copies also sent to the company's local attorney.
4. Good Day Live: Prestigious Pearls Of WV Foundation Fundraiser Gala (wowktv.com) — Charleston residents are invited to a Bridgerton-inspired Prestigious Pearls Foundation fundraiser gala on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at the Willow Event Center from 6 to 10 p.m. Organizers are still seeking sponsors and selling tickets, giving locals a chance to enjoy an elegant evening while supporting the foundation's mission in the Kanawha Valley.
5. #21 Fairmont State Women's Soccer Remains Unbeaten After Defeating Charleston (wvnews.com) — Charleston sports fans will note the University of Charleston women's soccer team fell 2-0 on the road to nationally ranked Fairmont State, despite a late push to close the gap. The detailed recap highlights key saves, scoring plays, and a physical second half as UC looks ahead to rebound in upcoming conference matches.
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