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daily304 - Episode 03.22.2023
03/22/2023
On today’s daily304 – Hit the links at @WVStateParks! Get your season golf pass today. @SecCarmichaelWV predicts a bright future for WV’s economy. And employers, learn how you can post your jobs for free at @therealjobcase. #YesWV #AlmostHeaven Read more…...read more
Plan a golf getaway at a West Virginia state park
03/22/2023
Marvelous views. A glorious game. Par for the course when you indulge in a round of golf in Almost Heaven. The breathtaking backdrops at these golf courses located at West Virginia State Parks provide incredible courses that make for a great golf......read more
Op-Ed: West Virginia’s future is bright -- and full of sunshine
03/22/2023
Great jobs, abundant opportunities, and new industries are finding a welcoming home in West Virginia. On a regional, national, and international scale, our state is winning new business at a torrid clip. West Virginia is beating states many times our......read more
Jobcase.com/WV and #YesWV: A one-stop-shop for employers and workers in the Mountain State
03/22/2023
West Virginia is home to a diverse range of industries, from energy and manufacturing to healthcare and hospitality. Despite this, employers in the state often face significant challenges when it comes to finding employees to fill their open jobs......read more
West Virginia Welcomes Two New Manufacturing Facilities
03/21/2023
Our Next Energy (ONE) will invest $22 million and create over 100 new jobs under an agreement with the State of West Virginia to locate its Aries Grid battery storage system manufacturing facility in Millwood, at the Berkshire Hathaway Energy......read more
Revolutionizing graphite for a better tomorrow in YesWV – Meet Amsted Graphite Materials
03/21/2023
Did you know that graphite is a highly versatile and valuable material with a wide range of applications? Did you know that a West Virginia business turns this material into remarkable things like batteries and Diamond Drill Bit Mold Materials......read more
WVDOT, police to target speeders in I-64 work zones
03/21/2023
The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) is cooperating with public safety officials and state and local law enforcement to crack down on speeders in Interstate 64 work zones. Extra police patrols will be targeting speeders this week in......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.21.2023
03/21/2023
On today’s daily304 – Our Next Energy investment will create 100 jobs in #YesWV. A Clarksburg manufacturer revolutionizes the graphite industry. And @WVDOT urges drivers to slow down as law enforcement cracks down in work zones. Read more…...read more
WMYW Goes to the Women's Expo with Beth Reger
03/21/2023
It's time for the 25th Annual Women's Expo Friday, March 24, and Saturday, March 25, at the Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center......read more
CraveWV: Hillbilly Hotdogs
03/20/2023
Hillbilly Hotdogs in Lesage, WV is a creative culinary destination that has captured national attention. Crave West Virginia talks to owner Sharie Knight about the inspiration behind her unique recipes and why she says her customers can be credited for......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.20.2023
03/20/2023
On today’s daily304 – Farm-to-Table dinners return to @wvstateparks starting May 26-27 at Hawks Nest. While you’re visiting the parks keep an eye out for certain species of spring wildlife. Students prepare to compete in the 18th annual Archery in the......read more
West Virginia State Parks announces 2023 Farm-to-Table dinners schedule
03/20/2023
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture announced in a recent Facebook post the dates for 2023’s West Virginia State Parks Farm-to-Table dinners. “The West Virginia State Park Farm-to-Table Dinners are happening again this spring/summer/fall! The......read more
Look for these species of wildlife in spring
03/20/2023
Spring brings an increase of wildlife activity to West Virginia, and West Virginia state parks and forests are a great place to look for them. Keep an eye out for these critters as you trek through woods and fields: The spring peeper chorus is often......read more
65 schools to compete in archery in the schools state tournament
03/20/2023
Students from 65 schools will participate in the 18th annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools State Tournament on March 25, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced on Thursday. “We came back really strong last year with our first......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.19.2023
03/19/2023
On today’s daily304 – Summer travelers can expect smoother roads if the @WVDOT meets its pothole repair goal. Philippi CVB welcomes a new event center in town. And check out some favorite WV dishes…How many have you tried? #AlmostHeaven #WVTourism......read more
State DOT aiming to get potholes fixed before summer months
03/19/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Secretary of Transportation for the WVDOT, Jimmy Wriston, gave updates Friday on pothole patching and work zone safety. “Over the last few years, we’ve set this target, we’re going to get all of these potholes by Memorial Day......read more
7 N Event Center welcomed to Philippi, West Virginia
03/19/2023
PHILIPPI, W.Va. (WV News) — The Philippi Convention and Visitors Bureau recently welcomed business 17 N Event Center and its proprietor, Jodee Nelson, to the downtown business district. The 17 N Event Center is the latest business to occupy the central......read more
Favorite foods across West Virginia
03/19/2023
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — When it comes to West Virginia, eating is one thing people love to do. While there is so much to choose from, West Virginians have foods that are near and dear to them. The following list is filled with some of the most popular foods......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.18.2023
03/18/2023
On today’s daily304 – Discover the “ferntastic” world of ferns. Plan the ultimate road trip through #AlmostHeaven. And explore a wondrous underground through West Virginia’s caverns. @wvexplorer @wvtourism Read more…...read more
Simply ferntastic! West Virginia's many fern species
03/18/2023
In my humble opinion, ferns are one of the most overlooked groups of plants in West Virginia forests and woodlands. Here in Greenbrier County, more than 50 different species thrive. I can’t claim to be an expert in fern identification, and that’s not......read more
Plan an active escape to West Virginia
03/18/2023
Imagine roaring along scenic trails on an all-terrain vehicle, crashing over waves in a whitewater raft, or ziplining among treetops high above a majestic gorge. Not imagine doing it all on the same trip, in the same place: a piece of country the call......read more
Adventure below the surface: West Virginia’s caverns
03/18/2023
Set out on a quest to explore some of West Virginia’s most hidden gems. A trip to an Almost Heaven cavern is guaranteed to spark a mysterious sense of fun for everyone involved. Young or old, these intricate systems of caves and caverns will leave you......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.17.2023
03/17/2023
On today’s daily304 – The @WVDNR looks back on the history of trout fishing in #AlmostHeaven. @VantageWV and SaaS Factory team up to revolutionize the WV software industry. And the 2023 concert series kicks off May 13 at the Round Barn. @MarionCVB......read more
Almost Heaven trout fishing in Wild and Wonderful West Virginia
03/17/2023
Things are just a little different than they were in 1966. The average house cost just over 14,000 dollars back then and gas was 32 cents a gallon. A singer named Bob Dylan got hurt in a motorcycle wreck, Star Trek premiered on TV and two young couple......read more
West Virginia SaaS Factory launches 8 new software startups in 8 weeks
03/17/2023
The SaaS Factory, in collaboration with Vantage Ventures, has unveiled several new software-based startups created during the first quarter of this year. The SaaS Factory helped eight entrepreneurs launch eight software-based startups in just eight......read more
Enjoy live music at the Hamilton Round Barn
03/17/2023
The West Augusta Historical Society has released its 2023 schedule for live music at the Hamilton Round Barn in Mannington. The season kicks off May 13 with Rick Tincher and Jessica Anderson. Concessions are available. Built in 1911, the venue......read more
WMYW Learns How to Graft with Will Lewis
03/17/2023
WMYW heads to the Yew Mountain Center in Pocahontas County to find out about the grafting technique known as whip and tongue.....read more
daily304 - Episode 03.16.2023
03/16/2023
On today’s daily304 – Car lovers, start your engines! The Friends of Charity Auto Fair is coming to Raleigh County in July. @ToyotaWV is seeking skilled maintenance workers. And Rock Springs Business Park’s new tenant is creating more jobs in #YesWV......read more
Friends of Charity Auto Fair returns for 18th year
03/16/2023
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Friends of Charity Auto Fair is back for another year. This year, Hospice of Southern West Virginia is excited to host the charity event on July 14 & 15 at the Raleigh County Memorial Airport. This is the 18th year the event is......read more
Toyota West Virginia seeks new team members
03/16/2023
David Rosier, plant president, Toyota West Virginia, talks about job opportunities at the Buffalo manufacturing facility. The plant’s 2,000 member team produced over a million engines and transmissions last year. They are seeking skilled maintenance......read more
Rock Springs business park to have its first tenant
03/16/2023
CHESTER – After many years of redevelopment and marketing efforts, the long-vacant site of a former Hancock County pottery soon will have a new tenant. Heavy Iron Oilfield Services, LP will relocate its operations from Canonsburg, Pa., to the Rock......read more
Getting (BBQ) Sauced with Mary Smith
03/15/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Mary Smith, co-owner of Tipsy Roo’s. Her company is taking a “spirited” approach to making barbecue sauces. Contrary to the company’s name, this sauce will not get you intoxicated and is a......read more
West Virginia Gov. Justice announces Delta Cooling Towers to expand operations in Barbour County, invest $6.7 million
03/15/2023
CHARLESTON W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that Delta Cooling Towers (Delta), a company that offers precision climate control solutions, including cooling towers and HVAC equipment, will create 30 new jobs over 5 years and retain 26 jobs in......read more
7 bucket list items to help you plan your WV Gold Rush trip
03/15/2023
The sixth annual West Virginia Gold Rush is March 28 – April 8. This exciting event offers anglers an opportunity to catch golden rainbow trout, win prizes and explore the state’s natural beauty. With 68 stockings and incredible prizes up for grabs......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.15.2023
03/15/2023
On today’s daily304 – Get sauced with WV company Tipsy Roo’s. A new Delta Cooling Towers facility in Barbour County will create 30 new jobs. And, anglers, here’s your bucket list for the upcoming WV Gold Rush. #YesWV #WVSBDC #WVDEVO #WVDNR......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.14.2023
03/14/2023
On today’s daily304 – Morgan County hosts a job recruitment fair March 23. @WVGovernor Jim Justice signs historic income tax cut bill. And @ToyotaWV awards a $5,000 grant for @RCBI4Mfg internship program. #YesWV Read more…...read more
Morgan County to host job recruitment fair
03/14/2023
The Berkeley Springs-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Job Recruitment Fair from 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 23 at Cacapon Resort State Park. The event will include seminars, an area for on-the-spot interviews, and of course many tables......read more
Gov. Justice signs largest tax cut in West Virginia history into law
03/14/2023
What’s being hailed as the largest income tax cut in state history is now becoming reality. Governor Jim Justice signed a bill today to make it happen. It cuts the income tax by just over 21%. It’s expected to put more than $750 million back in West......read more
Toyota award to support RCBI engineering internship
03/14/2023
Toyota West Virginia has recognized the Robert C. Byrd Institute’s (RCBI) commitment to provide engineering interns with real-world, hands-on experience by awarding a $5,000 grant to enhance RCBI’s Engineering-Entrepreneurial Services Internship......read more
WMYW Tours the Glass Museum with Tom Felt
03/13/2023
A delightful and special gem in Weston, the American Glass Museum of West Virginia is filled with amazing pieces of glass and a story behind each one! The idea behind it is to preserve the history of the glass industry ...read more
daily304 - Episode 03.13.2023
03/13/2023
On today’s daily304 – Berkeley County residents share why @ProcterGamble is a great place to work. Discover some of WV’s best dark skies for stargazing--it’s #AlmostHeaven. And @MarshallU President Brad Smith wants to give back to the community he grew......read more
Business spotlight: Procter & Gamble
03/13/2023
Procter & Gamble is a Cincinnati-based manufacturing company that opened its doors in Berkeley County, West Virginia in September 2015. They host household brands like Pampers, Downy, Bounty, and many more. The facility has seen multiple expansions......read more
Places to go stargazing in West Virginia
03/13/2023
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — West Virginia is full of exceptional beauty with its mountains, rivers, and greenery, and if you look up at the nighttime sky, it is just as beautiful. There are several places across the Mountain State that provide wonderful......read more
Accelerating education: Brad D. Smith comes home
03/13/2023
For Brad Smith, home is where the heart is, and his heart has always been among the hills of Appalachia. Smith grew up in the small town of Kenova, WV, and was raised on southern hospitality, a humble attitude and a deeply rooted sense of honesty that......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.12.2023
03/12/2023
On today’s daily304 – @WVExplorer recounts the time they knocked a hole in the Cheat River. Learn about higher ed opportunities in @AdvntageValley. And save the date--Oct. 21--for @BridgeDay 2023. Read more…...read more
The day they knocked a hole in the Cheat River in West Virginia
03/12/2023
The strange story of "the day they knocked a hole in the Cheat River" has been passed down for more than a century. It's one of West Virginia's obscure-but-enduring legends. Some historians have questioned whether the tale from Preston County is......read more
8 colleges and universities in Advantage Valley
03/12/2023
Top institutions and universities help to train the Advantage Valley region’s present and future workforces. Those include state universities, private colleges and community and technical colleges. Choose from top learning institutions offering......read more
Bridge Day 2023 announced, registration opens soon
03/12/2023
GLEN JEAN, WV (WVNS) – If you’re ready for Bridge Day 2023, the New River National Park and Preserve has you covered. The date has been set for Bridge Day and ticket sales are either already live for some events, or coming soon for others. After a......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.11.2023
03/11/2023
On today’s daily304 – Start your #AlmostHeaven bucket list with these iconic landmarks. The new @OurNextEvergy facility in Jackson County is expected to create 100 jobs--#YesWV! And spring has sprung @WVStateParks…enjoy Green Day Hikes, Appalachian......read more
Iconic landmarks you need to see when visiting West Virginia
03/11/2023
More tourists should be visiting this often overlooked state: West Virginia. The best attractions in West Virginian travels are based in the incredible scenery the state has to offer at its must-visit places. That said, as a state formed during the......read more
Energy storage company announces location in Jackson County, W.Va.
03/11/2023
JACKSON COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — An energy storage technology company announced plans to open a facility in Jackson County, West Virginia’s governor announced Monday. Michigan-based Our Next Energy has entered an agreement with the state to locate a......read more
West Virginia’s state parks prepare for spring season
03/11/2023
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — The spring equinox arrives later this month, and state parks in North Central West Virginia are preparing for the new season and adding events to the calendar. Although the weather may have been springlike for most of the......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.10.2023
03/10/2023
On today’s daily304 – Les Claypool headlines Mountain Music Festival @ACEAdventres. Get your @MountainStage tickets for Darlingside on March 13. And learn some interesting facts about #Mothman. @WVExplorer #cryptids #AlmostHeaven Read more…...read more
Mountain Stage presents Darlingside, Alton and more
03/10/2023
Be a part of the live audience as Mountain Stage records a fresh episode for NPR Music with host Kathy Mattea. The March 19 show takes place at the Culture Center Theater at the State Capitol Complex. The lineup includes Darlingside, Alton, Royal Wood......read more
Three facts about West Virginia's Mothman legend few know
03/10/2023
POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — America's quintessential Atomic Age monster, Mothman continues to attract attention in the Ohio Valley, so much so that more than 25,000 visitors attended the annual Mothman Festival in 2022, and far more are expected at the......read more
West Virginia aerospace industry set to take off with launch of WVU small satellite center
03/09/2023
West Virginia is now on its way toward launching the state’s second small satellite. A team from West Virginia University and the NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium is poised to turn that achievement into a massive boost for the aerospace......read more
West Virginia supports a robust aerospace industry
03/09/2023
The aerospace industry is a dynamic, emerging economic sector in West Virginia. From up-and-coming high-tech innovators to established titans of the industry, the state’s growing cluster of aerospace companies is fueled by an array of advantages. West......read more
Brian Joseph “Fails Fast” into Bringing Business, Innovation to West Virginia
03/09/2023
Creating real, innovative, and state-of-the-art materials while also taking advantage of West Virginia’s best and brightest is just one thing on Brian Joseph’s list of things to do. Joseph, President and CEO of Touchstone Research Laboratories, likes......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.09.2023
03/09/2023
On today’s daily304 – @WestVirginiaU prepares to launch its second small satellite. The Mountain State supports a thriving aerospace industry. #YesWV And we talk innovation with @tr_laboratory founder Brian Joseph. Read more…...read more
Newly renovated rail trail to open soon
03/08/2023
Many folks say that wild, wonderful West Virginia is the place to be with all of its untamed rivers and streams, mountainous beauty, forgotten wilderness and trails. Small towns that sprang up along now abandoned rail lines have become nothing but a......read more
WV BusinessLink: Empowering Entrepreneurs to Realize Their Dreams
03/08/2023
This week we are sitting down with Mark Burdette, Program Coordinator at West Virginia BusinessLink. Learn more about how WV BusinessLink connects entrepreneurs to a network of resource partners statewide. Listen to the podcast......read more
W.Va. elk look strong and healthy in 2023 wellness checks
03/08/2023
HOLDEN, W.Va. — As West Virginia’s elk herd slowly grows, the number of animals will eventually eclipse what the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources can accurately keep tabs on. As the Elk Project team works up the herd for 2023, there’s......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.08.2023
03/08/2023
On today’s daily304 – A rail car ride in Clay County is repaired and ready to reopen. Learn how @WVBusinssLink fosters growth and innovation in #YesWV. And @WVDNR reports WV’s 2023 is looking strong and healthy. @wvtourism #almostheaven Read more…...read more
Too Valuable to Burn: Opportunities for Carbon in West Virginia with Sean Frisbee
03/07/2023
As he watched supply chain issues mount in West Virginia and across the nation, Sean Frisbee used his experience in the workforce to launch his first entrepreneurial venture. As a retired Air Force Colonel, he served as a former President and CEO of......read more
Get hired into West Virginia's tech ecosystem
03/07/2023
Have you always wanted to work in technology, but wasn’t sure how? Consider starting or growing your career in technology and innovation in the West Virginia tech ecosystem. West Virginia has a hub of technology companies, tech-focused accelerators......read more
WV BusinessLink provides resources for businesses and entrepreneurs
03/07/2023
With over 111,000+ small businesses, representing over 98% of all businesses, along with employing nearly half of all employees, entrepreneurs and small business owners are the backbone and driving force behind West Virginia’s growing economy. To help......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.06.2023
03/06/2023
On today’s daily304 – US exporters, learn how to expand your business into Europe. @WVTourism presents a funding and resource guide for the hospitality industry. And @WVSBDC assists a Fairmont woman with taking her spa business vision to reality......read more
The U.S. Commercial Service and Amazon present a virtual workshop, ‘Go Global Europe’
03/06/2023
U.S. exporters looking to expand into the European region, register now for the “Go Global Europe” virtual workshop on March 22. In this workshop you’ll learn about the opportunity to reach global customers across Europe, with focus on the Amazon.eu......read more
WV Department of Tourism Funding and Resource Guide
03/06/2023
We know that the more resources we get into the hands of our industry members, the more those resources will be effectively used to continue to grow our industry. And, it’s with this in mind, that we’ve put together this guide for funding opportunities......read more
SpaOasis: Health and Wellness For WV with a SBDC partnership
03/06/2023
Spa Oasis is a relaxation and rejuvenation wellness center located in Fairmont, West Virginia. The health and wellness spa, owned by Sheila Hartley, offers support and quality services such as but not limited to: Float Therapy, Massage Therapy......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.05.2023
03/05/2023
On today’s daily304 – Chemical Alliance Zone’s founder offers advice for new entrepreneurs. Register now for the Focus Forward symposium in Morgantown. And Touchstone Research Laboratories’ founder talks up “failing fast” as a strategy. #YesWV Read more…...read more
The Chemistry of Innovation with Kevin DiGregorio
03/05/2023
Executive Director Kevin Degregorio discusses how his company, Chemical Alliance Zone, works to provide a solid base for entrepreneurs and offers great advice to those who are serious about starting their own businesses. Degregorio also takes a moment......read more
Register today: Focus Forward with Big Energy
03/05/2023
Join the fifth annual Focus Forward symposium, featuring conversations with topline innovators, education leaders and government officials on important issues shaping West Virginia's future and why they matter. This year's emerging issue is......read more
Brian Joseph “Fails Fast” into Bringing Business, Innovation to West Virginia
03/05/2023
Creating real, innovative, and state-of-the-art materials while also taking advantage of West Virginia’s best and brightest is just one thing on Brian Joseph’s list of things to do. Joseph, President and CEO of Touchstone Research Laboratories, likes......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.04.2023
03/04/2023
On today’s daily304 – Get ready for the world marching show band competition coming this summer to Buckhannon. Meet @WVDNR’s new K9 officers. And @HeritageFarmWV announces its season opening date. Read more…...read more
Buckhannon prepares to host world marching show band competition
03/04/2023
The World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB), an international association dedicated to the fostering and growth of the worldwide marching band community, will be hosting its world championship in the City of Buckhannon, West Virginia, USA on......read more
Luna enforces the law, one sniff at a time
03/04/2023
Luna follows her nose and West Virginia Natural Resources Police Officer Matthew Stover follows Luna. The canine’s olfactory GPS may lead the pair to some ill-gotten trout or a deer that has been poached. Perhaps at the end of the trail will be a......read more
Heritage Farm announces 2023 opening date
03/04/2023
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – Heritage Farm has announced their opening date and operating hours for the 2023 season. According to officials with Heritage Farm, the first day open to the public this year will be Thursday, May 4, 2023. Officials say this......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.03.2023
03/03/2023
On today’s daily304 – Learn how @SwilledDog craft beverage company gives back to the community. @CrowMedicine is coming to @CharlestonWV…Get your tickets now! And find out if your small business is eligible for a Governor’s Export Award…#YesWV. @WVDEVO......read more
Get a taste of Swilled Dog
03/03/2023
Crave West Virginia brings you something spectacular from the state’s Eastern Panhandle. Swilled Dog is a majority female owned craft beverage company that focuses on delivering high quality ciders and whiskey to their customers. The inspiration behind......read more
Old Crow Medicine Show to perform in Charleston this spring
03/03/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Old Crow Medicine Show is bringing its blend of Americana, old-time and folk music to Charleston this spring. The popular band is scheduled to perform at the Clay Center on April 19 at 7:30 p.m., according to a news release......read more
Made your first sale in a new country in the last year? You may be eligible for the Governor’s Export Awards
03/03/2023
Exporting is a big deal, especially for a small business. There are logistical hurdles to overcome and language barriers to break through, not to mention the risks you take trying to get your product on the international market. When you finally make......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.02.2023
03/02/2023
On today’s daily304 – Family helps carry on the legacy of a Raleigh businessman. Tell your business story to become a better exporter. And plan an #AlmostHeaven getaway to Moundsville. #YesWV @wvtourism Read more…...read more
Following devastating loss, Falcon continues service to mines while looking at new horizons
03/02/2023
Falcon Mine Service, a provider of cutting tools, drills, and bit products, started serving the West Virginia coal mining industry in 2001. The late Darrell Green started the business upon his retirement from Fansteel VR/Wesson (once a supplier of......read more
Trade Talk: How Storytelling Can Help You Clarify Your Message and Become a Better Exporter
03/02/2023
When you have a global economy that trades in attention where you’re up against a million competitors, is it any wonder that businesses have trouble getting customers to notice? If only you had a way to get people’s attention. But here’s the truth......read more
Getaway: The Surprising Treasures Found in Moundsville, West Virginia
03/02/2023
The small city of Moundsville, clinging to the northwestern edge of West Virginia along the Ohio River, appears similar to plenty of neighboring towns. In Pennsylvania and Ohio, as well as the Mountain state, there are dozens of main streets like this......read more
daily304 - Episode 03.01.2023
03/01/2023
On today’s daily304 – The Brad D. Smith Center for Business and Innovation may be a game changer for @MarshallU. Learn how to tell your business’ story with the help of @wvdevo. And treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa session at @WVStateParks. #YesWV......read more
Brad D. Smith Business Innovation Center projected to open in 2024
03/01/2023
The new Brad D. Smith Center for Business and Innovation in Huntington is expected to open for students in the spring semester of 2024. The facility is named in honor of Marshall University President Brad D. Smith, a 1986 Marshall graduate as well as......read more
Trade Talk: How Storytelling Can Help You Clarify Your Message and Become a Better Exporter
03/01/2023
Customers love a good story. Make your company part of theirs. When you have a global economy that trades in attention where you’re up against a million competitors, is it any wonder that businesses have trouble getting customers to notice? If only you......read more
Nature, Tranquility, and Pampering: Discover the Spas at West Virginia State Parks
03/01/2023
West Virginia is a state known for its natural beauty and rugged landscapes, and what better way to relax and rejuvenate than by visiting one of its many state park spas? With a variety of treatments and services available, spa-goers can indulge in......read more

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daily304 - Episode 02.28.2023
02/28/2023
On today’s daily304 – Get your @MountainStage tickets before they sell out! Looking for a tech career in #YesWV? Check out @TheRealJobCase. And WV festivals celebrate international heritage. #AlmostHeaven Read more…...read more
Mountain Stage shows offer diverse lineup
02/28/2023
Get your tickets now for Mountain Stage! Upcoming shows include headliners Robbie Fulks, Wilco, The Amy Ray Band and Drive-By Truckers! Produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, hosted by Kathy Mattea, most shows are recorded at the Culture Center......read more
Get hired into West Virginia’s tech ecosystem
02/28/2023
Have you always wanted to work in technology, but wasn’t sure how? Consider starting or growing your career in technology and innovation in the West Virginia tech ecosystem. West Virginia has a hub of technology companies, tech-focused accelerators......read more
International West Virginia
02/28/2023
Culture is an invaluable part of our world and always has been. It creates a united identity and binds communities and people together in a profound manner. The preservation of culture is essential to continually transform our world for the better and......read more
WMYW visits the Celtic Calling with Chris Higgins
02/28/2023
​What Makes You Wonderful meets up with Chris Higgins for the 2023 Celtic Calling in Charleston starting March 1 and running through March 5......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.27.2023
02/27/2023
On today’s daily304 – Tap into some tasty tree syrup recipes courtesy of @WVLiving. The mountain biking movement continues to grow in #AlmostHeaven as more trail systems expand. @WVExecMag And Cass Scenic Railroad hosts its Parade of Steam in June......read more
Tap-Palachian Recipes
02/27/2023
Be sap savvy and use nutrient-rich tree syrups as a replacement for sugar, a glaze to savor, or a rich topping for your favorite treats. It makes pork purr and salad dressings sing. And while you’re at it, expand your repertoire and experiment with......read more
A Mountain Biking Movement
02/27/2023
With prime topography in the mountains of Appalachia, mountain biking is growing exponentially in West Virginia as it becomes an international destination for the sport. There are miles of trails throughout the state and new ones continuously popping......read more
Parade of Steam returns to Cass
02/27/2023
We are happy to announce that this year’s Cass Scenic Railroad Parade of Steam will be held on Saturday, June 17th! Admission to the parade is FREE! Attendees will have the opportunity to view all of our operable steam locomotives from the Cass parking......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.26.2023
02/26/2023
On today’s daily304 – Catch the WV-based “Feast of the Seven Fishes” now streaming on @Peacock. @WestVirginiaU hosts its 2nd annual Black Film Festival. And @DaveTrippinWV presents a roundup of film festivals. #BlackHistoryMonth @WVFilmOffice Read more…...read more
‘Feast of the Seven Fishes’ now streaming on Peacock TV
02/26/2023
A film shot in Marion County, West Virginia is now streaming on Peacock TV. “Feast of the Seven Fishes” is a romantic comedy set in a rust-belt town on the banks of the Monongahela River in 1983. When a nice, working-class, Italian-American Catholic......read more
Center for Black Culture and Research to host second annual Black Film Festival
02/26/2023
This year, WVU’s Center for Black Culture and Research will be hosting its second annual Black Film Festival. The festival will take place from March 31 to April 1 in the Mountainlair Ballroom and Gluck Theater, both located in the Mountainlair on the......read more
Lights, Camera, Screenings
02/26/2023
We’re here in the maw of winter, prime time to explore the great indoors and some film events around the region. Here’s a look at just a few regional film screenings and 2023 fests taking submissions. Come and watch a day of regionally-made films in......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.25.2023
02/25/2023
On today’s daily304 – Green energy is eyed as fuel for the economic engine at Wheeling’s Stone Center. WV’s new Commerce Secretary James Bailey settles into his role. And a new battery manufacturing facility could be a game changer for the state......read more
Green energy eyed as fuel for economic engine at Stone Center in Wheeling
02/25/2023
A project to invest nearly a quarter million dollars into solar panels atop the Stone Center in downtown Wheeling is driven not only by the benefits of renewable energy, but also by an ongoing effort to propel economic development in the heart of the......read more
Bailey settling into role as new West Virginia Secretary of Commerce
02/25/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — West Virginia Commerce Secretary James Bailey was tapped to lead the state’s most diverse department at the beginning of December. A veteran civil servant with experience serving several of the agencies within Department......read more
WV stands to benefit disproportionately from battery design Form Energy plans for Weirton factory
02/25/2023
For years, West Virginians have endured among the lowest wages and longest power outages in the country as the coal-dependent state grows more vulnerable amid the nation’s energy transition. Form Energy’s mission is tailor-made to lift up West Virginia......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.24.2023
02/24/2023
On today’s daily304 – Learn how exporting can benefit your business. #YesWV Generation WV seeks young professionals for its fellowship program. And @WVDNR hosts meetings on hunting, fishing and trapping regulations. Read more…...read more
4 Reasons Why Exporting Should Be Part of Your Business Strategy in 2023
02/24/2023
As business continues to go global and the world becomes even more connected, companies that want to grow should consider taking advantage of opportunities that lie beyond their borders. Businesses that don’t, run the risk of getting left behind. By......read more
Fellowship program seeks to retain, develop state’s young workforce
02/24/2023
Nonprofit group Generation West Virginia is organizing a fellowship program to help retain and advance the careers of young people in the state. The nine-month fellowship program aims to help workers in their 20s and 30s interested in in-state careers......read more
Meetings to discuss W.Va. hunting, trapping, fishing regulations
02/24/2023
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will host 12 in-person public meetings in mid-March 2023 to discuss proposed hunting, trapping, and fishing regulations, according to division director Brett McMillion. The......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.23.2023
02/23/2023
On today’s daily304 – More #jobs are coming to #YesWV as a partnership forms to train 100 new solar workers. Check out some fun road trips to take this spring in #AlmostHeaven. And it’s a building boom as major projects get underway in Wheeling......read more
Solar Holler, ACT Now announce training program for solar workers
02/23/2023
HUNTINGTON — On Friday, Coalfield Development Corporation and West Virginia-based solar developer Solar Holler jointly announced a partnership to train 100 new solar workers in the next 18 months. Leveraging the recently announced award to the ACT......read more
Six springtime destinations in West Virginia
02/23/2023
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — As Spring creeps closer, people are trying to figure out what places they can go to enjoy as nicer weather begins to shine through. This is a list of the top six destinations in West Virginia where you can go to do just that......read more
‘A Building Boom’: Wheeling mayor sees similarities between progress of late 1800s, present
02/23/2023
“Building operations were never so brisk in Wheeling as they are at this time,” stated the lead to a story published in the Wheeling Daily Intelligencer on Friday, June 12, 1891. After more than a century, it seems that the past is providing today’s......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.22.2023
02/22/2023
On today’s daily304 – Charleston is WV’s hottest destination for #craftbeer lovers. @WVDNR reports 2022 was a good year for deer hunting. And enjoy dinner and a show with #Elvis at Hawks Nest State Park. @wvstateparks @charlestonwv Read more…...read more
Charleston is West Virginia’s hottest destination for craft beer lovers
02/22/2023
Streaked with vast stretches of the Appalachians, West Virginia has earned abundant acclaim for its ample natural beauty, with no shortage of spectacular preserves to explore across the state. Top-tier hiking destinations range from New River Gorge......read more
West Virginia deer seasons harvest increases 12.7 percent
02/22/2023
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Deer hunters in West Virginia have had a very good year, according to officials at the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources. According to preliminary numbers released by the division, hunters harvested 118,606 deer during the......read more
Swinging with Elvis. Dinner and a Show: Hawks Nest
02/22/2023
It’s dinner and a show at Hawks Nest State Park, Friday, March 3, 2023. Elvis is in the building and the performer is Lee Dean. Performer Lee Dean livens up an audience with music, a little comedy, and a whole lot of fun for all ages. His outstanding......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.21.2023
02/21/2023
On today’s daily304 – Two mountain towns reinvent themselves into an outdoor recreation paradise. @OnTheGorge traces its roots back to a handful of river-loving hippies. And a Glen Dale company manufactures a product you’ll find in many kitchens......read more
River-loving hippies established New River Gorge adventure resort
02/21/2023
FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va.—One of the world's first and largest outdoor-adventure resorts, Adventures on the Gorge can trace its roots back 50 years to the earliest days of whitewater rafting in the New River Gorge. The story is one of imagination, youthful......read more
Protecting community integrity during a creative transformation in West Virginia
02/21/2023
In this episode of “Reimagine Rural,” host Tony Pipa visits the neighboring towns of Thomas and Davis, West Virginia, former resource-dependent economies that have reinvented themselves as destinations for art and outdoor recreation. Tony speaks with......read more
Put a Lid on It: Tecnocap in Glen Dale makes closures for many well-known brands
02/21/2023
Many of the items Ohio Valley residents eat and use every day were finished off with closures made at the Tecnocap LLC facility in Glen Dale. Tecnocap, an Italian company, has operated in Glen Dale for more than 15 years. It took over the former Penn......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.20.2023
02/20/2023
On today’s daily304 – Wheeling’s old Stone & Thomas represented the golden age of tea rooms. Pitch Southern WV hosts its annual business pitch competition. And Appalachia’s underserved communities receive a $19M investment. #YesWV. @HiveWV Read more…...read more
The Tasty Legacy of the Stone & Thomas Tea Room
02/20/2023
The City of Wheeling is admired for its dedication to businesses, old and new. From restaurants like Later Alligator and Vagabond Kitchen to antique and hobby stores like Shuggy’s and Clutch Gaming, there is simply a lot to keep any person busy. In......read more
Pitch Southern WV hosts Business Idea Competition
02/20/2023
The WV Hive Network, in partnership with WVU Tech Launch Lab, is excited to announce our next installment of Pitch Southern West Virginia, a business idea competition encompassing thirteen counties in southern West Virginia. The upcoming competition......read more
Invest Appalachia Fund Launches with $19M for Community-First Impact Investment in Central Appalachia
02/20/2023
Invest Appalachia (IA), a regional social investment platform, has secured $19 million of new investment in the first close of the Invest Appalachia Fund (IA Fund). The IA Fund will provide capital to community economic development projects including......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.19.2023
02/19/2023
On today’s daily304 – Get your fill of hauntings and oddities with these spooky destinations in #AlmostHeaven. @wvtourism Artistic voice raise the creative economy in #YesWV. And @WVDNR reminds hunters and trappers about upcoming closing dates. Read more…...read more
These are the best spooky places to visit, according to WV Tourism
02/19/2023
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — January 31 is National Plan for Vacation Day, and what better trip than visiting all the spookiest spots in West Virginia? The West Virginia Department of Tourism recently released its 2023 vacation guide, which details all......read more
Artistic voices raise the creative economy in West Virginia
02/19/2023
Listen to the voices of the West Virginia artists! From storytellers, dancers and musicians to photographers, painters, and writers, artists have something to say every day. Arts Day at the West Virginia State Legislature is coming up on March 2. It is......read more
WVDNR reminds hunters, trappers about furbearer season dates
02/19/2023
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources on Monday reminded hunters and trappers that the state’s various furbearer trapping and small game hunting seasons will end in February and March. Hunting and trapping seasons for red and gray fox, bobcat......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.18.2023
02/18/2023
On today’s daily304 – Stonewall Resort hosts gourmet food and craft beer pairings--yum! Charleston hosts the WV Small Farm Conference Feb. 22-25. Learn about prehistoric creatures that once roamed WV…and where to find their fossils......read more
Stonewall Resort’s Appalachian Dinner Series is a spirited hit
02/18/2023
If you’re looking for a great food and spirits-filled weekend nestled in relaxing and gorgeous surroundings, set your GPS to Stonewall Resort in the rolling hills of Central West Virginia near Weston. I was lucky enough to score a ticket to the recent......read more
West Virginia Small Farm Conference returns to Charleston to support state’s agricultural producers
02/18/2023
Our local farms are vital to West Virginia’s food system, but despite the growing demand for locally sourced foods, our small farm community still faces plenty of challenges. To continue supporting our state’s producers, the West Virginia University......read more
5 Dinosaurs That Lived in West Virginia (and Where to See Fossils Today)
02/18/2023
West Virginia is the 35th state in the United States. It’s nicknamed the Mountain State and is a great destination for those who love hiking and taking beautiful nature walks. West Virginia has old, stunning mountains, luscious rivers, beautiful caves......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.17.2023
02/17/2023
On today’s daily304 – Elkins resident and veteran actor Cindy Jackson lands in a Tom Hanks movie. A Morgantown High student launches a program to get books to preschoolers. And WV registers 1,535 new businesses in January--#YesWV! @wvfilm #wvfilm......read more
Elkins’ own movie star: Cindy Jackson appears with Tom Hanks in ‘Otto’
02/17/2023
Local moviegoers may have recently watched screen legend Tom Hanks performing a scene in a hit movie with a veteran actor who is a resident of Elkins. In the current release -- Sony Pictures’ “A Man Called Otto” -- Hanks, playing a grumpy senior......read more
High school student uses music, nonprofit to raise W.Va. literacy rates
02/17/2023
High school student Rania Zuri has made it her mission to end book deserts in West Virginia. Book deserts are places without libraries and bookstores, threatening literacy rates for young children. A senior at Morgantown High School, Zuri founded the......read more
Secretary of State Mac Warner Reports 1,535 New WV Business Registrations for January of 2023
02/17/2023
Charleston, W. Va. – The WV Secretary of State’s Office registered 1,535 new businesses statewide during the month of January according to Secretary of State Mac Warner. Wetzel County led the state in the percentage of new business growth through......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.16.2023
02/16/2023
On today’s daily304 – Tell your company’s story to connect with customers. Learn how a Swiss village ended up in the mountains of WV. And Snow Riders opens its tubing park in Harpers Ferry. #YesWV #AlmostHeaven @wvbusinesslink @wvsbdc @wvtourism......read more
Crafting Your Company’s Story to Appeal to Your Ideal Customer
02/16/2023
Whether you are a startup or an established business, it is important to craft your company’s story in a way that appeals to your ideal customer. This means understanding who your customer is and how to frame your story in a way that resonates with...read more
Helvetia – The Mountain State’s Unique Swiss Community
02/16/2023
Appalachian heritage is known to be spread among German, English, and Scots-Irish cultures, but a tiny town in West Virginia represents a different European union, Switzerland. Helvetia was founded by Swiss immigrants after the Civil War to create......read more
Snow tubing resort near Harpers Ferry now open ahead of schedule
02/16/2023
HARPERS FERRY, W.Va. — The snow tubing resort Snow Riders is now open for business near Harpers Ferry after a weekend cold snap allowed the resort to fire up its snow guns and lay down a base layer for its 12 tubing lanes. The resort was initially......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.15.2023
02/15/2023
On today’s daily304 – It’s a happy ending for the tale of a wounded bald eagle in Monroe County. WV highway workers find a solution for the winter pothole problem. And a blue hydrogen hub could be coming to #YesWV. #cleanenergy @TRACWV @WVDOT Read more…...read more
Eagle takes flight after near-death experience in Monroe County
02/15/2023
HINTON — Last October, a three-year-old bald eagle hunting for prey over an expanse of farmland near Greenville, in Monroe County, flew into a game farm’s tall wire fence, became entangled and struggled to free itself, breaking a wing in the process......read more
It's February! Potholes are forming! How is WVDOH fighting back?
02/15/2023
Although April is the cruelest month, February is worse for potholes. This year, West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) has added a weapon in its fight against the freeze and thaw cycles that destroy the roads we share. Potholes form when water......read more
A blue hydrogen hub could be in store for West Virginia
02/15/2023
PARKERSBURG (WTAP) -- Several prominent figures in West Virginia politics are touting the idea of building a blue hydrogen hub in the Appalachian Region. Among those who have expressed support for a blue hydrogen hub in West Virginia include senators......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.14.2023
02/14/2023
Hurricane’s new skate park is filling up with riders…Green Bank Observatory is the setting for a new sci-fi horror movie…and Vantage Ventures partners with Huntington Bank to offer more options to startups......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.13.2023
02/13/2023
Entrepreneurs, get set for Bridging Innovation Week in Wheeling…Toyota WV solves a camshaft issue and saves the company a bundle of money…and......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.12.2023
02/12/2023
​Happy birthday! A Wheeling hair salon celebrates 40 years…a WV film company lands two more big projects from Lifetime cable network…#YesWV… ...read more
daily304 - Episode 02.11.2023
02/11/2023
Toyota manufacturing in Buffalo demonstrates “flower power” with its new solar garden…Have a business in the New River Gorge area? Take advantage of some low-cost training workshops…...read more
Check out some of the best places to stay in West Virginia
02/10/2023
Looking for the best places to stay in West Virginia for your next weekend getaway? With so much to see and do in the Mountain State and plenty of vacation rentals to offer, we’ve made a list that will help you with your search. So, whether you’re......read more
BridgeValley offers summer STEAM Academy for rising 5th through 8th graders
02/10/2023
BridgeValley Community and Technical College is celebrating its 10th year of STEAM Academy. The camp, at BridgeValley’s South Charleston campus, is open to students who will be rising 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders this summer. Registration opens......read more
Charleston chefs named semifinalists for 2023 James Beard awards
02/10/2023
The James Beard Foundation has revealed the semifinalist nominees for the 2023 James Beard Awards. Among the elite crew of chefs recognized are Ramin Mirzakhani of Laury’s Restaurant and Paul Smith of 1010 Bridge Road. Finalists will be announced on......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.10.2023
02/10/2023
On today’s daily304 – From a renovated schoolhouse to a ski lodge, check out these unique getaways in #AlmostHeaven. @BridgeValleyCTC sets dates for summer STEAM Academy. And two #CharlestonWV chefs are in the running for the prestigious James Beard......read more
NCWV Airport Awarded $2.16 Million to Go to Terminal Project from U.S. Department of Transportation
02/09/2023
The North Central West Virginia Airport got some good news today. U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced the facility has been awarded a seven-figure grant from the Federal Aviation Administration under the U.S......read more
What’s on tap at Screech Owl Brewing?
02/09/2023
BRUCETON MILLS, W.Va. (WBOY) — While it may be a bit off the beaten path, you can still find Screech Owl Brewing’s craft beer across West Virginia, western Maryland, Pennsylvania and beyond. Family-owned and operated, Screech Owl Brewing is located in......read more
Mountain railroad finally repaired after nearly 40 years
02/09/2023
CASS,W.Va .– Work to repair damage to the Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad from the 1985 flood has finally been finished. The railroad company posted news of the completion to Facebook on Wednesday. The last stretch was a 15 mile section between......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.09.2023
02/09/2023
On today’s daily304 – Clarksburg’s airport gets funding for a new terminal. Screech Owl Brewing serves up tried and true ales, IPAs and porters. And Shay #5 resumes its runs on a repaired section of track. Read more......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.08.2023
02/08/2023
On today’s daily304 – Calling all home brewers! Enter your best dark beer in the Coal Country Brewers Cup. Meet the Jazz Age West Virginian behind “Sweet Georgia Brown.” And Maj. Gen. Bill Crane talks safety and security for West Virginia. Read more…...read more
Coal Country Cup seeks entries
02/08/2023
West Virginia’s premier homebrew competition these days is the Coal Country Brewers Cup, which is coming up soon in Elkins. Consistent with its name, the Coal Country competition is limited to dark beers, including porters and stouts. This year, the......read more
Maceo Pinkard – Music Composer of the Songs We Still Embrace a Century Later
02/08/2023
He wrote the songs we whistle while we stroll. He wrote the songs belted out by the titans of the Harlem Renaissance. He wrote the songs that gave American music much of its idiom and identity. Bluefield’s Maceo Pinkard was a composer with a gift for......read more
Protecting Our Future with Maj. Gen. Bill Crane
02/08/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Major General Bill Crane, Adjutant General of the West Virginia Joint Forces Headquarters. He provides command guidance and vision to more than 6,500 citizen soldiers, airmen and civilians......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.07.2023
02/07/2023
On today’s daily304 – Connect with TechConnectWV during a capital investment webinar. Marshall gets $1.75M for a new forensic science training center. And a cutting-edge battery factory in Weirton is gambling on a big payoff for #YesWV. Read more…...read more
TechConnect webinar set for Feb. 22
02/07/2023
The government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs make over $4 billion in high-risk, non-dilutive capital available to innovative small companies annually. If you are considering pursuing......read more
Marshall receives $1.75 million to help establish Law Enforcement Training Center in Forensic Sciences
02/07/2023
Marshall’s Institute for Cyber Security has received $1.75 million from the Bureau of Justice Assistance’s Byrne Discretionary Grant Program to establish a Law Enforcement Training Center in Forensic Sciences (FTC), including digital forensics and......read more
Form Energy says $760 million project will pay off for West Virginia
02/07/2023
Form Energy’s cutting-edge battery factory represents a major investment in West Virginia — and also a major investment by West Virginians. The $760 million initial phase on the site of the old Weirton steel mill in Hancock County is meant to produce......read more
Ski an old coal town that nearly became a ghost town
02/05/2023
Just 50 years ago, the town of Davis seemed likely to become a ghost town. But, thanks to its high altitude and abundance of snow, Davis went from a coal town to a ghost town to a thriving ski town. Perched at 3,100 feet, it’s probably no surprise that......read more
These are the 10 most beautiful towns in WV you should visit
02/05/2023
Welcome to the beautiful state of West Virginia! This mountainous region contains breathtaking landscapes, friendly people, and quaint towns. From small rural hamlets to larger cities, there’s something for everyone in the Mountain State. If looking......read more
State filmmaking groups begin organizing statewide job workshops
02/05/2023
Filmmakers and producers are organizing workshops to support a potential filmmaking workforce statewide. A grip and lighting workshop is scheduled for Feb. 25-26 in Morgantown as part of a partnership between the state’s film office and the West......read more
Maple Syrup Days on tap at six Pocahontas County farms
02/04/2023
MARLINTON, W.Va. — Syrup production is thriving in Pocahontas County, where organizers of Maple Days events are welcoming new producers and expecting more attendees, thanks partly to a renewed interest in Appalachian customs. Six maple producers are......read more
This train ride under $50 goes through some of West Virginia’s most scenic spots
02/04/2023
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Some of West Virginia’s most well-known, scenic spots include New River Gorge, Kanawha Falls, Summers County and more. The Amtrak Cardinal train, which travels between Chicago and New York, goes through several of West Virginia......read more
Canaan Valley to host women’s ski clinic
02/04/2023
Canaan Valley Resort State Park is hosting a ski clinic for women, taught by women, on Feb. 25-26. Led by Professional Ski Instructors of America, the clinic is created for women ages 18 and up who are intermediate skiers interested in taking the......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.03.2023
02/03/2023
On today’s daily304 – West Virginia’s Chief Information Officer Josh Spence discusses employment in Almost Heaven. Federal funding will boost manufacturing apprenticeships with RCBI. And Marshall partners with Homeland Security to create job......read more
Syncing the Mountain State with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)
02/03/2023
The West Virginia Infrastructure Hub is a coordinated approach by Governor Jim Justice’s Administration - working to identify best practices from across the nation for deploying funds and maximizing West Virginia’ Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act......read more
Talking tech careers with Josh Spence
02/03/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Josh Spence, Chief Information Officer, about the incredible opportunities that can be found in state government. He and his team are continuing innovative work to keep West Virginia......read more
RCBI secures $4.5 million for apprenticeship initiative
02/03/2023
The Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) at Marshall University has been awarded $4.5 million in federal funding to bolster and expand its national advanced manufacturing apprenticeship partnership. Apprenticeship Works, the National Advanced Manufacturing......read more
WV Department of Homeland Security and Marshall University Unveil Joint Initiative to put Students into State Jobs
02/03/2023
Charleston, W.Va. — Marshall University President Brad D. Smith joined West Virginia Department of Homeland Security (WV DHS) Sec. Jeff Sandy yesterday, Jan. 24, to launch an initiative to put Marshall college students to work within the department’s......read more
daily304 - Episode 02.02.2023
02/02/2023
On today’s daily304 – The West Virginia Infrastructure Hub identifies IIJA opportunities. Learn more about the IT industry in #YesWV. And Innovators & Entrepreneurs talks with Adjutant General William Crane. Read more…...read more
West Virginia supports the information technology industry
02/02/2023
Technology & Information Services is an emerging industry in West Virginia. This growing cluster of researchers and practitioners includes university research facilities, government agencies and commercial enterprises. The concentration of Technology......read more
Adjutant General Crane
02/02/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Major General Bill Crane, Adjutant General of the West Virginia Joint Forces Headquarters. He provides command guidance and vision to more than 6,500 citizen soldiers, airmen and civilians......read more
Find available grant opportunities in one location
02/01/2023
Grants.wv.gov is a new resource designed to keep you informed and up to date about grant opportunities and programs available across West Virginia. With one easy-to-access website, you ca​​n learn more and apply for personal and business-based......read more
Bridging Innovation Week set for April 17-21 in Wheeling
02/01/2023
Bridging Innovation is a series of events that brings together various meetings and competitions from across the state that are promoting and fostering entrepreneurship in West Virginia. These efforts range from supporting elementary to college......read more
Ascending in Almost Heaven with Brad Smith
02/01/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Brad Smith, the President of Marshall University and the mastermind behind several philanthropic endeavors. He and his wife, Alys, are on a mission to highlight the abundant opportunities......read more

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daily304 - Episode 1.31.2023
01/31/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – The Billy Motel’s fun and funky ISH Kitchen serves up an ethnic mix in Davis. Learn how to handle supply chain disruptions. And list your services -- or find assistance -- on the WV Film Office website. Read more…...read more
A Worldly-ISH Gem: The Billy Motel in Davis draws all walks of life with a surprisingly diverse menu
01/31/2023
Two things happen when you walk inside the swanky lounge of the surprisingly eclectic and impossibly cool retro jewel ISH Kitchen at The Billy Motel in Davis: First, your jaw drops. How did such a “worldly” place find its way to this tiny town in......read more
How Small Businesses Can Overcome Supply Chain Disruptions
01/31/2023
Many small businesses are still facing supply chain disruptions due to the current global pandemic. This can be a major problem for a business, but there are solutions that entrepreneurs and small business owners can use to overcome these hurdles......read more
WV Film Office: Ready for lights, camera, action
01/31/2023
Whether you’re looking for the perfect location for your next film project, or you’re a crew member ready to undertake your next project, the West Virginia Film Office is here for you. Let us help you secure your perfect location, find skilled......read more
WMYW Takes the Polar Plunge with John Corbett
01/31/2023
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daily304 - Episode 1.30.2023
01/30/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – The West Virginia Capital Access Program fills a niche for small businesses who don’t fit traditional lending models. The EdVenture Group receives a grant to boost entrepreneurship. And a Boeing subsidiary announces a major......read more
WVCAP offers offers venture capital funding
01/30/2023
Does your business need capital? Don’t fit the traditional business model? The West Virginia Capital Access Program can help! Mountain State small businesses now have a new source of capital through the West Virginia Capital Access Program. The WVCAP......read more
EdV receives $125,000 from the Benedum Foundation
01/30/2023
The West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem has received a $125,000 grant from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation to support the expansion and infrastructure of the West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem (WVEE). Managed by lead ecosystem......read more
Boeing subsidiary announces expansion at North Central West Virginia Airport
01/30/2023
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Aurora Flight Sciences plans to double the size of its facility and workforce at the North Central West Virginia Airport in Bridgeport in the next five years. Aurora Senior Operations Manager Scott Jones said the company came to......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.29.2023
01/29/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – WV Wesleyan partners with Mon Health for a nursing scholarship and employment opportunity. Organ donations are on the rise in West Virginia. And Talkline host Hoppy Kercheval gets his own signature beer. Read more…...read more
West Virginia Wesleyan College, Mon Health System Partner for Nursing Scholarships, Employment Promise
01/29/2023
West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) and Mon Health System announced a partnership to offer nursing students a scholarship opportunity and employment guarantee upon graduation. The Mon Health Scholars program is open to students entering the......read more
CORE reports organ donations up in West Virginia
01/29/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — There’s been an increase in organ donations in West Virginia. The Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) recently reported a record breaking numbers for a fourth year in a row for the Saving and Healing non-profit. Cheryl King......read more
Hoppy Kerchev-ALE blends Appalachian pilsner with tropical hops
01/29/2023
It began as a suggestion from a listener of the 3 Guys Before The Game podcast. He wanted to know why someone had not created a beer called Hoppy Kerchev-ALE, named in honor of the legendary Metronews Talkline host and broadcast hall-of-fame member......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.28.2023
01/28/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Gov. Jim Justice wants five West Virginia counties to become HUBZones. Gather your treasures -- the crew of “American Pickers” is coming to Almost Heaven. And the state gets a second police training academy -- this one at......read more
Hernshaw Farms: Growing mushrooms in a tunnel
01/27/2023
Tucked away inside one of West Virginia's beautiful mountains is where you'll find Hernshaw Farms. They use the Memorial Tunnel along the West Virginia Turnpike to grow a large variety of mushrooms. We talk to them about how they supply local......read more
Mountain Stage presents Lizz Wright, Glen Phillips, Chuck Prophet & Mission Express, Bailen and more
01/27/2023
Be a part of the live audience as Mountain Stage records a fresh episode for NPR Music with guest host Larry Groce! The event takes place at 7 p.m. March 5 at the Culture Center Theater in the State Capitol Complex. Reserve your tickets today! Learn......read more
Here’s why people are moving to West Virginia, according to moving company data
01/27/2023
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — West Virginia was the 13th most popular moving destination for one moving company in 2022. United Van Lines released its 26th Annual National Movers Study and found that only 43% of its West Virginia moves last year were......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.27.2023
01/27/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – The old Memorial Tunnel finds new purpose as a mushroom farm. Enjoy live music from Almost Heaven with Mountain Stage. And a recent study reveals why more people are moving to West Virginia. Read more…...read more
UC Receives $1.9M Funding to Create Innovation Hub
01/26/2023
The University of Charleston (UC) will be creating the UC Downtown Innovation Hub (DIH) to help small businesses in the Kanawha Valley scale up and grow. The UC DIH co-locates a business coworking space, business accelerator, coaching, advising......read more
Tune in to WTSQ, Charleston’s independent radio station
01/26/2023
This non-profit (501c3) based station began in 2015 with a mission to serve the Charleston area with independent radio. Fueled by a passionate group of community volunteers the station broadcasts a variety of genre themed shows, local news & events......read more
Witnessing an NFT World’s First in West Virginia with Rob Raffety
01/26/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Rob Raffety, co-founder of 1863 NFT, the world’s first state-themed NFT project. He and his colleagues are celebrating the unique attributes of West Virginia by combining their passion for the......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.26.2023
01/26/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – UC Downtown Innovation Hub is set to fill a niche for business and community needs. Check out the eclectic mix of music, news and talk shows on Charleston’s independent radio station, WTSQ. And the founder of the world’s first......read more
Students tap RCBI technology to bring innovation to life
01/25/2023
A group of senior mechanical engineering majors at Marshall University leveraged the advanced technology and expertise of the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) to transform its concept for a single-passenger vehicle into a working prototype. Marshall’s......read more
Kanawha County Public Library has new mobile app
01/25/2023
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Kanawha County Public Library has a new mobile app that allows users to explore the library catalog, view their personal account and search the library system’s calendar. Now available on Apple and Android devices......read more
Benefits of living and working in West Virginia
01/25/2023
West Virginia, also known as the Mountain State, is a wonderful place to call home! In addition to being a beautiful location, its economic growth is booming. There are several exciting industries that are thriving, meaning there are a plethora of jobs......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.25.2023
01/25/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Mechanical engineering students tap into RCBI technology. The Kanawha County Library’s new app puts the card catalog at your fingertips. And find your dream job in Almost Heaven, #YesWV. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 1.24.2023
01/24/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Wheeling’s historic Waterfront Hall seeks new tenants. Save room for dessert, as Charleston Restaurant Week returns this month. And, they may not be pretty, but hellbenders play an important role in the ecosystem; learn how......read more
Wheeling’s Waterfront Hall offers space for business tenants
01/24/2023
Wheeling’s Waterfront Hall at 1230 Water Street is seeking tenants. Whether you’re looking for a space for your restaurant, retail shop, office, or Airbnb, the building offers a modernized space overlooking the river that’s close to downtown venues......read more
Charleston Restaurant Week returns for 2023
01/24/2023
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The annual Charleston Restaurant Week is coming back to the Capitol City! Charleston Restaurant Week runs Monday, Jan. 30 through Saturday, Feb 4, 2023. As part of the event, 14 local restaurants will offer a three-course meal......read more
Don’t stack the rocks! Ensuring a healthy environment for the hellbender salamander
01/24/2023
“Allegheny Alligators” “snot otters” “devil dogs” All of these vividly descriptive commonly used names are describing the same creature, the giant salamander of the Appalachian Mountains known as the hellbender (Crytobranchus alleganiensis). All of the......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.23.2023
01/23/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Discover West Virginia’s hidden gems. West State Parks offers a 50% camping discount for seniors … and area youth are invited to the Kanawha Library’s Super Saturdays. Read more…...read more
12 Magnificent Hidden Gems To Discover In West Virginia This Year
01/23/2023
If you’re looking for hidden gems to visit in West Virginia, the entire state qualifies as one big best-kept secret! But if you need a few more specific suggestions, here are twelve magnificent hidden gems to discover in West Virginia, one for each......read more
West Virginia State Parks offers 50 camping discount for seniors
01/23/2023
Seniors, looking to take your RV out for some winter and spring camping? Now through Memorial Day, seniors age 60 and over can take 50% off camping rates at West Virginia State Parks! Visit wvstateparks.com/deals for more information, and to learn......read more
Super Saturday: Kanawha County Public Library expands youth programing
01/23/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Staff at the Kanawha County Public Library's main branch host weekly “Super Saturday” programs for area youth. A rotating schedule of educational content brings guest speakers, family story times and STEM activities to......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.22.2023
01/22/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Wheeling’s Spic & Span Dry Cleaners building boasts a colorful history. Mingo County teens host a popup Valentine’s Day sweet shop. And Blenko commends artists from its annual water bottle contest. Read more…...read more
The Curious Life of the Spic & Span Dry Cleaners Building
01/22/2023
The closure of Spic & Span Dry Cleaners at 841 National Road is truly the end of an era. The dry cleaning business and laundromat had a good 95-year run, and saw three generations of family leadership. While the cleaners had a few locations around town......read more
Young business owners look to sweeten Valentine's Day
01/22/2023
WILLIAMSON — Locally, 15-year-old twins continue to make their business dreams a reality with a pop-up shop planned for Valentine’s Day weekend. Lele and Maxie Brock, owners of Sprinkles’ Sweets, will be set up inside The Collective in downtown......read more
Blenko Glass Company announces winners of the 2023 Water Bottle Photo and Art contests
01/22/2023
Blenko Glass Company announced the winners of its 2023 Water Bottle Photo and Art contests. Kelsey Wood won the artist’s competition and Chandler Monrue won the photography competition. The contest was part of the company’s seventh annual Water Bottle......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.21.2023
01/21/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – The New River Gorge is a classroom for Black History. A Morgantown chef puts a new twist on the traditional hot dog. And a Fairmont brewery features some out of this world brews. Read more…...read more
New River Gorge region in W.Va. a classroom for Black History
01/21/2023
FAYETTEVILLE, W. Va. — America's newest national park is also a classroom for Black History, says a spokesman for an adventure resort bordering the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Observed each February in the U.S., Black History Month......read more
Morgantown Chef Makes High-End Flavors Available to Everyone
01/21/2023
What do you get when you cross a classic New England-style lobster roll with a West Virginia-style hot dog? A lobster dog. Handcrafted by Chef Chris McDonald at Von Blaze, the lobster dog is made with fresh lobster and shrimp sausage, napa cabbage slaw......read more
What’s brewing at The Rambling Root A beet and sci-fi lover’s paradise
01/21/2023
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WBOY) — The Rambling Root has pretty much everything you could ask for if you’re a Star Wars fan who also happens to enjoy craft beer. Located on Fairmont Avenue in Fairmont, this restaurant and brewery has been serving a wide variety......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.20.2023
01/20/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Wheeling’s city flag earns national recognition. Get your foot in the door for a career in West Virginia’s growing film industry. And the latest “Innovators and Entrepreneurs” features the innovative work at WV Hardwoods Center......read more
Wheeling Recognized Nationally for Outstanding Flag Design
01/20/2023
Those of us who live in or have visited Wheeling know that it is an incredible city with plenty of character and history. Recently, Wheeling’s flag has been gaining quite a bit of attention for being one of the best city flags in the country. This is......read more
Grip and Electric Workshop for Film Production
01/20/2023
Interested in working in the film industry? The West Virginia tax incentive has been recently restored attracting more productions to the state and there is a growing need for more Grip and Electric positions. West Virginia Filmmakers Guild and the......read more
Strong as Steel: Manufacturing Lumber in the Mountain State with Joe McNeel
01/20/2023
For approximately four decades, the West Virginia Hardwoods Center at West Virginia University (WVU) has focused on one of the state's abundant natural resources. Dr. Joe McNeel, director of the Appalachian Hardwood Center and professor of Wood Science......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.19.2023
01/19/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – A new college savings program helps you get a jump start on your career. Discover which industries are thriving in #YesWV. And get your tickets today for Mountain Stage. Read more…...read more
The Jumpstart Savings Program: A New Tool to Recruit and Retain a Skilled Workforce
01/19/2023
We’ve all endured a high school award ceremony in a crowded gymnasium, where it seems that the same small group of whiz kids rake in all the trophies, certificates, and scholarships. But as a former high school teacher, I often looked over the......read more
West Virginia’s Industry and Business Growth
01/19/2023
West Virginia’s diverse economy has moved beyond our history of resource extraction to include a robust array of products and services. Learn about the key industries that have taken a foothold here and learn why leading companies make their home in......read more
Victoria Victoria featuring Charlie Hunter, Cass McCombs, Alisa Amador, Julianna Riolino, and Steady Holiday on Mountain Stage
01/19/2023
Be a part of the live audience as Mountain Stage records a fresh episode for NPR Music with host Kathy Mattea! Mountain Stage plans to tape this episode at 100% capacity. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to live@mountainstage.org......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.18.2023
01/18/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn how you can expand or get into a career in nursing. West Virginia is halfway towards its $1 billion goal for broadband expansion. And find your dream job in Almost Heaven. Read more…...read more
Nurse Entrepreneur Course
01/18/2023
Future of Nursing West Virginia is hosting a nurse entrepreneur course. Our unique course includes two in-person class days scheduled about 6 weeks apart. In between the two in-person class days, participants work through online materials and......read more
West Virginia surpasses more than half of Justice’s $1 billion investment goal for broadband expansion
01/18/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — It’s been “a landmark year” for broadband expansion in West Virginia, according to state officials. Kelly Workman, director of the state Economic Development Broadband Office, told state lawmakers Tuesday the state is halfway toward......read more
WV Resource Center
01/18/2023
Interested in living and working in the next best thing to Heaven? Then say “yes” to a career in West Virginia! Learn more about the benefits of living and working in the Mountain State. You can also check out the awesome job opportunities available......read more
WMYW Hits the Beach with Jason Young
01/17/2023
What Make You Wonderful is ignoring the cold weather and heading to the Inaugural Winter Beach Bash with Jason Young......read more
Winter retreats: 10 cozy mountain spots in Almost Heaven
01/17/2023
Here in Almost Heaven, there are a multitude of mountain spots to slip away to while enjoying the natural beauty and peace of the winter season. Whether you’re looking to make memories with the entire family, plan a romantic retreat, or even have a......read more
West Virginia-based Fiestaware announces new color for 2023
01/17/2023
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — West Virginia-based business The Fiesta Tableware Company has announced its new color for 2023. According to a press release sent Tuesday, the new color is Jade, a “rich, earthy” shade that is “a calming, soothing backdrop to......read more
Grip & Electric Workshop for Film Productions
01/17/2023
Interested in working in the film industry? The West Virginia tax incentive has been recently restored, attracting more productions to the state and there is a growing need for more Grip and Electric positions. West Virginia Filmmakers Guild and the......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.16.2023
01/16/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Workforce WV introduces the West Virginia Jobs Connect Center and Work4WV. Looking for work? Register now for a statewide virtual job fair. And get your own personalized Cameo message from a Mountaineer sports icon. Read more…...read more
WorkForce West Virginia announces new Kanawha City facility, unveils two new initiatives
01/16/2023
Today, WorkForce West Virginia announced the Charleston local WorkForce office recently moved to a new location in Kanawha City. The facility is housed in the former Elder-Beerman storefront. As part of the move, WorkForce West Virginia is launching......read more
WorkForce WV launches statewide virtual job fairs
01/16/2023
WorkForce West Virginia has launched a series of Statewide Virtual Job Fairs held on the first Wednesday of each month through June 2023. Through the Virtual Statewide Job Fairs, you can chat with multiple organizations that are hiring all across West......read more
Ever wanted Tony Caridi to say your name? This app makes it possible
01/16/2023
A popular video-sharing service has been gaining popularity worldwide, featuring several West Virginia icons. Cameo is a mobile app that allows celebrities to create personalized video messages for paying customers. Users simply search for any......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.15.2023
01/15/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia’s unique Palace of Gold attracts visitors from all walks of life. Great Barrel Company partners with Bardstown Bourbon. And register now for Winter Wonder Weekend at North Bend State Park. Read more…...read more
Daycation Palace of Gold in West Virginia on National Register of Historic Places
01/15/2023
There’s gold in the rural hills of West Virginia. Prabhupada’s Palace of Gold is a tourist attraction and part of the New Vrindaban Temple community, which houses more than 250 members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)......read more
Bardstown Bourbon Co. and WV Great Barrel Company explore the evolution of the American whiskey barrel
01/15/2023
One of the most central, inherently important questions that any whiskey industry company must answer before launching is the following: What is this company’s relationship with tradition? That is not a query you might see whiskey geeks mulling over......read more
North Bend State Park hosts Winter Wonder Weekend Jan. 20-22
01/15/2023
North Bend State Park’s annual Winter Wonder Weekend will return Jan. 20-22 and guests are being reminded that they need to pre-register and book their accommodations by Jan. 16. A special package rate covers the event registration fee, lodging for two......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.14.2023
01/14/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Brilliant Stream presents highlights of 2022’s craft beer community. Learn the story behind the Big Boy statue on Kanawha Boulevard. And a WVU student receives accolades for her water research. Read more…...read more
Biggest West Virginia beer stories of 2022
01/14/2023
We all enjoy taking a quick look back at the previous year’s top West Virginia Beer Stories. Here’s what the Brilliant Stream team thought most significant. # 1 – Five new breweries open in the state In chronological order, the new breweries included......read more
Why is there a Big Boy statue in Charleston, West Virginia?
01/14/2023
West Virginia has all sorts of quirky attractions, such as a landlocked lighthouse, a giant teapot and 20-foot-tall coal miner statues. Each attraction has an interesting story as to why it was built. So what is the story behind the Shoney’s Big Boy......read more
Teagan Kuzniar: Supporting Appalachia through microbiology
01/14/2023
As a senior in high school, Teagan Kuzniar began her research journey after joining a West Virginia University environmental engineering lab. It was here that Kuzniar developed her passion for environmental microbiology. Kuzniar now spends her time in......read more
West Virginia has its very own Area 51 and it is fascinating
01/13/2023
West Virginia definitely has its fair share of weird and unusual places. From abandoned ghost towns to haunted buildings, these places are usually shrouded in folklore and urban legends passed down through generations. Some places however are known for......read more
Spring ramp festivals in West Virginia expected to enjoy boom
01/13/2023
BEAVER, W.Va. — Spring ramp festivals in West Virginia could see a leap in attendance in 2023, according to the publisher of one of the state's chief guides to feasts and festivals celebrating traditional food. Dave Sibray, the publisher of West......read more
Career Connector: Jobs in the Mountain State
01/13/2023
You’re a dreamer. A doer. A go-getter. We’ve created this list of opportunities to help you find and build a fulfilling career in West Virginia. Not seeing a job that’s the right fit for you? Submit your resume to our RESUME BANK and we’ll keep an eye......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.13.2023
01/13/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Take a tour of West Virginia’s own version of Area 51. Ramp festival season is approaching, and attendance is expected to be up this year. Find a job or post your resume on Generation WV’s Career Connector. And the newest episode......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.12.2023
01/12/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Toyota partners with Advantage Valley schools to introduce students to manufacturing fields. NRGDA and WVU team up to offer training for businesses in the New River Gorge region. And the WVDNR announces its first trout stockings......read more
Students in Advantage Valley, WV, Have a Competitive Edge
01/12/2023
A defining aspect of the Advantage Valley region’s competitive edge is the ability to keep a steady pipeline of skilled talent flowing to growing industries. Powerful partnerships between the region’s school systems and businesses ensure students are......read more
NRGRDA teams up With WVU Industrial Extension Program to offer discounted training courses
01/12/2023
The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) has teamed up with the West Virginia University Industrial Extension Program to offer a series of low-cost training courses to be held in Beckley in the first quarter of 2023. The classes will......read more
WVDNR announces return of trout stockings, new fishing regulations
01/12/2023
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources on Thursday announced the publication of updated fishing regulations and the return of trout stockings to select lakes and streams around the state. “Trout stocking in West Virginia is just one of the......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.11.2023
01/11/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Innovators and Entrepreneurs shines the spotlight on Marshall University President and Ascend WV founder Brad Smith. Apply now to join the next wave of remote workers in Almost Heaven. My Kitchen founder Chris Hall wants to help......read more
Ascending in Almost Heaven with Brad Smith
01/11/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Brad Smith, the President of Marshall University and the mastermind behind several philanthropic endeavors. He and his wife, Alys, are on a mission to highlight the abundant opportunities......read more
Apply to join the next Ascend WV wave
01/11/2023
Ready to make the move and earn $12,000 (plus FREE outdoor recreation)? Applications are now open at three Ascend communities! Whether you’re looking for a lively college-town vibe in the Morgantown Area, quaint small-town culture in the gorgeous......read more
Real Simple: Learning to cook with Chris Hall
01/11/2023
On the next episode of “What Makes You Wonderful,” Morgantown chef Chris Hall teaches us to cook in Almost Heaven. A graduate of Stanford University’s culinary arts program, Hall is founder of My Kitchen, where he hosts regularly scheduled classes for......read more
WMYW is in the kitchen with Chef Chris Hall
01/11/2023
​What Makes You Wonderful is putting on an apron and headed to the kitchen with Chef Chris Hall. Hall has been a chef for decades and says it’s all about being in the kitchen and sharing recipes......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.10.2023
01/10/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – North Central West Virginia Airport is WV News’ Economic Development Project of the Year. The Office of Broadband asks West Virginians to review their data on the new National Broadband Map. And “Barnwood Builders” host Mark Bowe......read more
Record-setting year: Major investment continues to fuel growth, travel at NCWV Airport
01/10/2023
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WV News) — Usually when an organization or business lands a $15 million grant or contract, it’s the biggest moment of a year. But when it comes to North Central West Virginia Airport, that grant is just one of several major......read more
West Virginians Encouraged to Challenge the FCC Broadband Map before January 13
01/10/2023
The West Virginia Office of Broadband and the West Virginia Broadband Enhancement Council ask that all West Virginians review their data as listed on the new National Broadband Map. The map was released by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on......read more
Barnwood Builders: The Pioneers of Today | Positively WV Best of 2022
01/10/2023
For the remainder of the year we’re bringing you a few of our most popular episodes from this past year. Please enjoy our previous interview with Mark Bowe, host of the nationally acclaimed Magnolia Network’s Barnwood Builders. Watch the video......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.9.2023
01/09/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – WV BusinessLink names its new program coordinator. From mild to wild, discover a whitewater rafting adventure just for you in Almost Heaven. And WV Tech Park spotlights leading research and development firm AVN. Read more......read more
WV SBDC names Mark Burdette as program coordinator for West Virginia BusinessLink
01/09/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC), a division of the West Virginia Department of Economic Development, is excited to announce Mark D. Burdette as the new program coordinator for West Virginia BusinessLink......read more
Discover the top 10 whitewater destinations in West Virginia
01/09/2023
No matter which class of rapids paddlers are determined to take on, West Virginia is the place to find them. Here among the Alleghenies and Blue Ridge mountains, beginners and experts alike are bound to find the perfect run. As can be expected, all of......read more
Tenant Spotlight: AVN
01/09/2023
AVN is just one of the tenants that reside at WV Regional Technology Park in South Charleston. AVN is a leading research and development firm with core competencies in the areas of chemicals and chemical manufacturing, technical engineering and......read more
Marshall, WVSU receive funds to establish Cyber Security Center for Critical Infrastructure
01/08/2023
Marshall University, in partnership with West Virginia State University, has received $1.5 million from the U.S. Department of Education to help establish a Cyber Security Center for Critical Infrastructure at each university. The funds are granted to......read more
Meet the Artist 2023: Elaine Sheldon on ‘King Coal’
01/08/2023
Meet Elaine Sheldon, the filmmaker of “King Coal,” which is playing in the NEXT section at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Sheldon’s distinct vision remixes present-day moments of life in a coal-mining town with archival footage and atmospheric......read more
Tax credit brightens solar future in West Virginia
01/08/2023
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — High Rocks, an educational programming nonprofit group in Pocahontas County, is planning a solar array. The bottom line is it’s not about the bottom line. “Having a solar array is really more about mission and values for us than it......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.8.2023
01/08/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Marshall and WVSU receive funding to build on cyber security. “King Coal” director Elaine Sheldon talks about her documentary. And a new solar array at a Pocahontas STEM camp may become a teaching tool. Read more…...read more
How the Golden Delicious apple was born in WV
01/07/2023
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. – While the Golden Delicious (Malus domestica) apple is one of West Virginia’s state symbols, not many can claim to know how it came to be that way as well as why exactly it holds such significance to West Virginia. It all started on......read more
Some spring crocus are indigenous in Appalachian Mountains
01/07/2023
FLAT TOP, W.Va. — There are few surer signs of the approach of spring in West Virginia than the emergence of crocus blossoms in the melting snow. Though familiar worldwide, some members of the genus Crocus are indigenous to Appalachia. Crocus......read more
WVUP, Chemours team up to teach 3D printing technology to teens
01/07/2023
A program at West Virginia University at Parkersburg is teaching area students about 3-D printing to help spark an interest in technology and its real world applications. WVU-P’s Workforce and Economic Development Division, in partnership with Chemours......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.7.2023
01/07/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn how the Golden Delicious apple originated in West Virginia. Discover how the crocus -- a sure sign of spring in Appalachia -- was used as medicine, dye, and more. And WVU-Parkersburg teams up with Chemours for STEM......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.6.2023
01/06/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Help further West Virginia’s future in manufacturing -- find your dream job at the Robert C. Byrd Institute. West Virginia Secretary of Economic Development Mitch Carmichael talks jobs and opportunities in #YesWV. And a “Shark......read more
Employment opportunities at the Robert C. Byrd Institute
01/06/2023
The Robert C. Byrd Institute is hiring! As West Virginia’s Manufacturing Technology Center, RCBI encourages job creation, economic development, innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting manufacturing companies of all sizes. Learn more......read more
Talking Innovation and Economic Development in West Virginia
01/06/2023
Technology influencer Evan Kirstel chats with Mitch Carmichael, West Virginia’s Secretary of Economic Development, about creating jobs and opportunities in the Mountain State. Watch the video......read more
WV veterans to compete for cash to build agribusinesses
01/06/2023
Veterans who pitch an idea to build or expand an agribusiness in West Virginia could be eligible to win up to a $10,000 grant from the state Department of Agriculture, officials said. The department is hosting a “Shark Tank”-style competition for the......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.5.2023
01/05/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Discover history and outdoor adventure in Ritchie County. Brad Smith joins Innovators and Entrepreneurs to talk about the remote worker program he co-founded. And find manufacturing jobs (and more) in Weirton. Read more…...read more
Find adventure in Ritchie County
01/05/2023
Travel through the Mid-Ohio Valley’s rolling hills, lakes and streams to North Bend State Park. The park links to the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail, which follows the old B&O Railroad corridor. Enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, and soaking in the great......read more
Talking remote jobs and higher ed with Brad Smith
01/05/2023
Brad Smith joins us on “Innovators and Entrepreneurs” to talk about Ascend WV, the program he founded with his wife Alys to recruit remote workers to West Virginia. Brad is president of Marshall University and co-founder of the Wing 2 Wing Foundation......read more
Find jobs with Form Energy
01/05/2023
Form Energy is hiring! The Weirton, W.Va. company has openings in a number of jobs, including construction, engineering, communications, finance, people operations, IT, and more. Some of the fields are remote work. Apply online. Learn more......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.4.2023
01/04/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Virtual workshops focus on safer workplaces for employees in recovery. Innovators and Entrepreneurs features a chat with Jeff Tinnell of Allegheny Image Factory. And West Virginia Secretary of Economic Development talks job......read more
Employer webinars to focus on substance use disorder, creating healthy workplaces
01/04/2023
Marshall University’s Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) and Marshall Health’s CORE (Creating Opportunities for Recovery Employment) are offering a series of virtual workshops to train human resource professionals and frontline managerial staff how to......read more
Making Movie Magic with Jeff Tinnell
01/04/2023
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Jeff Tinnell, owner of Allegheny Image Factory. Tinnell runs his media company out of Morgantown, West Virginia, where he creates award-winning content for major studios and organizations......read more
Talking Innovation and Economic Development in West Virginia
01/04/2023
Technology influencer Evan Kirstel chats with Mitch Carmichael, West Virginia’s Secretary of Economic Development, about creating jobs and opportunities in the Mountain State. “West Virginia is on a tear economically,” he says, adding that the state......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.3.2023
01/03/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Two state universities partner up to offer a fast path to social work. List your business services in the WV Film Office directory. And don’t forget to subscribe to the daily304 newsletter. Read more…...read more
Concord And WVSU Partner To Offer A Fast Path To Social Work
01/03/2023
A partnership between two of West Virginia's universities allows students pursuing their master’s degree in social work a seamless transition from undergraduate studies. West Virginia State University’s (WVSU) Department of Social Work is partnering......read more
List your business in the West Virginia Crew and Support Services Directory
01/03/2023
The West Virginia Film Office’s Crew and Support Services Directory assists producers and other production personnel in contacting professional Crew and Support Service Companies located throughout West Virginia. One of the most important things you......read more
Subscribe to the daily304 newsletter
01/03/2023
Don’t miss out on all the good news about wild, wonderful West Virginia! Subscribe to the daily304 newsletter, podcast and YouTube channel. You can also find past stories in the archives. Learn more......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.2.2023
01/02/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – The WV Film Office wants to help you with your production. An expat shares why moving back to West Virginia was a great move for his career. And discover the charming spa town of Berkeley Springs. Read more…...read more
The WV Film Office wants to help with your project
01/02/2023
Let us help you secure your perfect location, find skilled workforce, and navigate film permitting. We’re ready to help with an experienced crew, an established statewide network of governmental agencies, nation-leading fiscal incentives, local......read more
Relocate to West Virginia for work, stay for the peoplee
01/02/2023
West Virginia is widely known for its low cost of living, historical coal mining, and beautiful scenery. It is considered by many to be somewhat of a hidden gem. It's also a great place to relocate if you're looking to save some money on housing, which......read more
The Town Where George Washington Went to Relax is Pretty Cute
01/02/2023
Just before Thanksgiving, I happily took such a scenic route wherein my destination was the picturesque spa town of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. I rode Amtrak’s Acela from New York to Baltimore, a trip of just over two hours, where I picked up a......read more
daily304 - Episode 1.1.2023
01/01/2023
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn how The Schoolhouse Hotel became a fully accessible hotel -- the only one of its kind in the world. WVDNR teams up with Mountaineer Challenge Academy to help cadets go deer hunting. And Solar Holler completes the largest......read more
Maximizing Hospitality at the Schoolhouse Hotel with Charlie Hammerman
01/01/2023
Charlie Hammerman, CEO of The Disability Opportunity Fund tells us how his organization transformed a more-than 100-year-old building into the first fully ADA accessible hotel in the world. Hammerman also talks about the importance of passion between......read more
WVDNR Police guide MCA cadets on first deer hunt
01/01/2023
West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Police officers recently partnered with Mountaineer Challenge Academy staff to provide an opportunity for cadets to go through a hunter education course and participate in an antlerless deer hunt in Roane......read more
Solar Holler installs largest solar system in West Virginia
01/01/2023
Solar Holler has installed nearly 1,400 solar panels at a poultry farm in Hardy County. The panels will provide the farm with 941,371 kWh of energy per year, making it the largest in all of West Virginia. Solar Holler founder and CEO Dan Conant said......read more
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daily304 - Episode 12.31.2022
12/31/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Find out why West Virginia is a great place to live and work. Former state folklorist Emily Hilliard discusses her new book. And The History Project introduces West Virginia’s colorful collection of cryptids. Read more…...read more
Benefits of living and working in West Virginia
12/31/2022
West Virginia, also known as the Mountain State, is a wonderful place to call home! In addition to being a beautiful location, its economic growth is booming. There are several exciting industries that are thriving, meaning there are a plethora of jobs......read more
Wild and wonderful folklore of West Virginia
12/31/2022
From the world’s largest ball of paint in Alexandria, Indiana to the Sputnik crash site in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, the fabled 2003 Mothman statue of Point Pleasant, West Virginia remains in my own heart one of the most singular examples of road-side......read more
The Cryptids of West Virginia – Legends & Myths Become Much Beloved State Lore
12/31/2022
From the Loch Ness Monster to the Jersey Devil, the world loves to believe in otherworldly creatures, and West Virginia is no exception. Cryptids are a combination of reported sightings and urban legend even when they are seen in non-urban places. From......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.30.2022
12/30/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Innovators and Entrepreneurs talks tech careers in Almost Heaven. West Virginia state parks and forests host First Day Hikes. And officials credit teamwork for Weirton’s new battery plant. Read more…...read more
Talking Tech Careers in Almost Heaven with Josh Spence
12/30/2022
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Josh Spence, Chief Information Officer, about the incredible opportunities that can be found in state government. He and his team are continuing innovative work to keep West Virginia......read more
Start your new year on the right foot with a First Day Hike
12/30/2022
Start the New Year on the right foot with a First Day Hike at a West Virginia state park or state natural area. These free guided hikes, held annually on January 1, are part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to......read more
Teamwork made battery plant possible for Weirton
12/30/2022
WEIRTON — Christmas came a few days early for Weirton, according to state Sen. Ryan Weld, who was among those on hand in Charleston, Thursday, for the announcement Form Energy intends to build a new battery manufacturing facility in the community. “For......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.29.2022
12/29/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Find out how the WV Film Office can assist your production. Jobcase.com offers free job postings for West Virginia employers. And The History Project revisits West Virginia’s golden age of department stores. Read more…...read more
WV Film Office offers incentives and services
12/29/2022
Whether you’re looking for the perfect location for your next film project, or you’re a crew member ready to undertake your next project, we’re here for you. Let us help you secure your perfect location, find skilled workforce, and navigate film......read more
Take your jobs online with the WV Dept of Economic Development & Jobcase
12/29/2022
The West Virginia Department of Economic Opportunity has partnered with Jobcase.com to provide free job listings for West Virginia employers. Whether you need one employee around the corner, or want to hire hundreds across the country, Jobcase can......read more
Stone & Thomas & The Department Stores - West Virginia's Era of the Downtown Department Stores
12/29/2022
In this era of shopping from home, younger generations may not understand the glamor of dressing up to go downtown to pursue this activity. Each American city of every size had a variety of stores, offering the personality and flair of the owners and......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.28.2022
12/28/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WorkForce West Virginia hosts statewide virtual job fairs. The West Virginia Hive names Marcus Thomas of Fat Bottom Coolers as Entrepreneur of the Year. And The Travel presents a bucket list of 10 beautiful places you must visit......read more
Statewide virtual job fairs
12/28/2022
WorkForce West Virginia launched a series of Statewide Virtual Job Fairs held on the first Wednesday of each month beginning September 2022 and concluding June 2023. Are you a West Virginia job seeker looking to change or advance your career? Through......read more
West Virginia Hive Selects Marcus Thomas Of Fat Bottom Coolers 2022 Entrepreneur Of The Year
12/28/2022
The West Virginia Hive has selected Dr. Marcus Thomas, owner of Fat Bottom Coolers, as its 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year. Each year, the entrepreneurial arm of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) recognizes top performing Hive......read more
10 Beautiful Places You Should Visit In West Virginia
12/28/2022
The John Denver song said it best: “almost heaven, West Virginia.” The singer followed it up with descriptive lyrics, taking listeners to the wonders of the state as if inviting them to visit it. Denver continued that the Mountain State is “home......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.27.2022
12/27/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Place your free West Virginia job listings and find employment at Jobcase. The WV Training and Conference Center is ideal for your company’s needs. And a Charleston Area Alliance project receives $2 million. Read more…...read more
West Virginia job resource center
12/27/2022
Interested in living and working in the next best thing to Heaven? Then say “yes” to a career in West Virginia! Learn more about the benefits of living and working in the Mountain State. You can also check out the awesome job opportunities available in......read more
Schedule your next team meeting at the West Virginia Training and Conference Center
12/27/2022
The West Virginia Training and Conference Center (WVTCC) offers the community, government organizations and companies a modern conference center with classrooms and access to mine and electrical labs that are furnished with special equipment and the......read more
Governor Justice Presents $2 Million Check to LIFT Center
12/27/2022
The Charleston Area Alliance was presented with a $2 million check from Governor Jim Justice to support the development of the Learning, Innovation, Food & Technology Center (LIFT Center) on the East End of Charleston. The LIFT Center is one of eight......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.26.2022
12/26/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Discover the magic of winter in Almost Heaven. West Virginia supports a thriving food and agriculture industry. And hunters and anglers, don’t forget to get your 2023 license. Read more…...read more
Explore a winter wonderland in Almost Heaven, West Virginia
12/26/2022
As the first snowfall of the season arrives, West Virginia transforms. From peaceful snowglobe views to epic ski adventures, Almost Heaven takes on a new meaning each winter. Discover the magic of frozen waterfalls, snowy cabin stays and holiday......read more
West Virginia supports the food and agriculture industry
12/26/2022
West Virginia has a long history of food and agriculture. Farming here dates back to the Native Americans and early European settlers. Today, West Virginia’s food and agriculture is growing. Last year alone, the state’s farmers produced $800 million in......read more
Get your 2023 West Virginia hunting and fishing licenses
12/26/2022
Purchasing a license has never been easier. Check this site regularly for quick and easy access to hunting and fishing licenses, regulations and important information about outdoor recreation in West Virginia. Learn more......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.25.2022
12/25/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Why do you #ChooseWV? Share your thoughts with others. WVDNR’s new K9 officers will aid in search and rescue. And plan your #AlmostHeaven winter getaway at a state park lodge. Read more......read more
Choose West Virginia
12/25/2022
Choose West Virginia is a project of the Leadership West Virginia Class of 2018. The #ChooseWV commercial, social media campaign and this website were developed as a method to share what is great about the state we love. In addition to providing......read more
DNR Gets New K9 Units And A Raise
12/25/2022
As part of the 125th anniversary celebration of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) Law Enforcement Division, Gov. Jim Justice had two big announcements Tuesday. First, he announced that the force is receiving six new K9 units. The......read more
WV State Parks Perfect For Winter and Holiday Adventures
12/25/2022
West Virginia takes on a different kind of beauty in the winter. Snow blankets the hills and brings a quiet calm to the woods. Waterfalls may freeze and sparkle in the cool bright sunlight. Step into the winter wonderland of your dreams at these state......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.24.2022
12/24/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn 12 fascinating facts about the New River Gorge. Discover the charming town of Wardensville. And celebrate the new year with a First Day Hike at West Virginia state parks. Read more…...read more
12 remarkable facts about the New River Gorge in West Virginia
12/24/2022
FAYETTEVILLE, W. Va. — The nation's newest national park, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, is full of secrets, surprises, historic sites, and charming quirks, and chances are good that all of these are within just a day’s drive. The park......read more
The Wardensville Garden Market is a Must-Stop this Holiday Season
12/24/2022
Recently voted as the Best Bakery in West Virginia by the Best of WV Awards in WVLiving magazine, the Wardensville Garden Market is home to fresh, made-from-scratch baked goods that include their famous giant cinnamon rolls, pepperoni rolls, bread......read more
Start your new year on the right foot with a First Day Hike
12/24/2022
Start the New Year on the right foot with a First Day Hike at a West Virginia state park or state natural area. These free guided hikes, held annually on January 1, are part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.23.2022
12/23/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A Capon Bridge company shares its exporting strategy. Learn how the three Circles of Influence can help grow your business. And the date is set for Bridging Innovation Week in Wheeling. Read more…...read more
Paving the Way to International Markets: SJ Morse's Successful Export Strategy
12/23/2022
SJ Morse, based out of Capon Bridge, is an employee-owned business that produces custom, high-end veneer panels for residential, industrial, and commercial applications. Recognizing that growth opportunities for the company included international......read more
Growing Your Business – A Collaborative Model
12/23/2022
Growing a business is a lot like growing a garden. You start with a seed – an idea – and plant it. With proper care, effort, and time, your business, like that seed, will grow. To get the most out of your garden, you need to fertilize the soil to pack......read more
Bridging Innovation Week set for April 17-21, 2023 in Wheeling
12/23/2022
Save the date! Bridging Innovation is a series of events that brings together various meetings and competitions from across the state that are promoting and fostering entrepreneurship in West Virginia. These efforts range from supporting elementary to......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.22.2022
12/22/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A West Virginia man works to make outdoor recreation more accessible. Find out why more companies are saying #YesWV. And entrepreneurial skills can benefit kids. Read more…...read more
Highland Profiles: Eric Thompson
12/22/2022
Eric Thompson is a West Virginia native who has spent the majority of his life in the outdoor adventure world. From becoming a certified Wilderness EMT and a technical rescue expert to ski patrolling out west and commercially guiding some of America’s......read more
Yes, West Virginia -- The Land of Business Opportunity
12/22/2022
There’s no better place to build and grow a business in the Eastern United States than West Virginia. I’m going to tell you something about West Virginia that really hasn’t been talked about enough: West Virginia is winning—and we’re only getting......read more
Let’s Raise Kids To Be Entrepreneurs
12/22/2022
Bored in school, failing classes, at odds with peers: This child might be an entrepreneur, says Cameron Herold. At TEDxEdmonton, he makes the case for parenting and education that helps would-be entrepreneurs flourish -- as kids and as adults. Filmed......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.21.2022
12/21/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVSU begins steps to open a new school of agriculture. West Virginia offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for CPS workers in the Eastern Panhandle. And discover a Nordic skier’s dream in Tucker County. Read more…...read more
WVSU launches process to create agriculture school
12/21/2022
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — The difficult process of opening up a completely new school of agriculture at West Virginia State University is underway. WVSU President Ericke Cage noted in his State of the University address in October, West Virginia State is the......read more
Gov. Justice authorizes hiring bonus to recruit CPS workers
12/21/2022
West Virginia Gov. Justice authorized a $5,000 hiring bonus Wednesday for the positions of CPS Worker, CPS Worker Trainee and Social Service Worker 3 (Youth Services). This requires a one-year employment commitment in Berkeley, Jefferson and Morgan......read more
West Virginia’s Winter Wonderland: In the Allegheny Mountains, charming small towns and cross-country ski adventures beckon
12/21/2022
On a snowy day in 1980, Chip Chase literally skied his way into a new life. He and a friend, Winslow Ayer, at the time two back-to-the-lander free spirits in their late twenties, were on a backcountry ski trip in the Allegheny Mountains of Tucker......read more
WMYW Celebrates Noon Years Eve with Morgan Robinson
12/21/2022
No need to stay up late to watch the ball drop… We are headed to the Noon Year’s Eve party......read more
Celebrate the season with a stay at a cozy State Parks lodge
12/20/2022
West Virginia takes on a different kind of beauty in the winter. Snow blankets the hills and brings a quiet calm to the woods. Waterfalls may freeze and sparkle in the cool bright sunlight. Step into the winter wonderland of your dreams at these state......read more
Quiet town. Loud store.
12/20/2022
In the middle of Hinton’s quiet historic district is an unusually colorful surprise of a shop—a shop that feels loud, but in a wonderful way. Boho, located in a charming old building on 2nd Avenue, carries everything from housewares and gifts to......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.20.2022
12/20/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Plan a winter getaway at a state parks lodge. Wheeling is set to host Bridging Innovation Week next April. And take a peek inside Boho, the loud store in a quiet town. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 12.19.2022
12/19/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A Princeton restaurant stays an icon with help from the WV SBDC. West Virginians are encouraged to review their data on the FCC broadband map. And Innovators and Entrepreneurs interviews the co-founder of Orion Block Systems......read more
Jimmie’s Restaurant Stays an Icon in Princeton with Help of SBDC
12/19/2022
An iconic spot on Mercer Street in Princeton, West Virginia, Jimmie’s Restaurant continues to serve its customers and its community with a fresh start and a fresh menu. Owner Jimmy Hall says he and his family would often drive by the once-bustling......read more
West Virginians Encouraged to Challenge the FCC Broadband Map before January 13
12/19/2022
The West Virginia Office of Broadband and the West Virginia Broadband Enhancement Council ask that all West Virginians review their data as listed on the new National Broadband Map. The map was released by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on......read more
Building up the block chain with Jacob Lysick
12/19/2022
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Jacob Lysick, co-founder and COO at Orion Block Systems. His company works to increase security in the blockchain by solving key security issues within the process. “We are providing the......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.18.2022
12/18/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia becomes the first state in the country to digitize vehicle titles. Download Livability’s “Choose Charleston” magazine. And a “Stranger Things” artist is selling holiday prints of Beckley. Read more…...read more
W.Va. buck firearms season harvest up 18 percent in 2022
12/18/2022
The buck firearms season harvest in West Virginia was up 18 percent in 2022 compared to 2021, thanks to the weather and food availability, according to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. The division reports that hunters harvested 49,662......read more
West Virginia becomes first in nation to digitize vehicle titles, registrations
12/18/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia will become the first state in the country to digitize vehicle titles and the process to acquire vehicle registrations. Drivers will be able to access and keep their vehicle title online or on their smartphone, much......read more
Livability presents ‘Choose Charleston, W.Va.’
12/18/2022
Looking for a new place to call home? Here’s why you should Choose Charleston, West Virginia. Choose Charleston is supported by the City of Charleston, West Virginia and first appeared in this year’s edition of the Livability: Advantage Valley magazine......read more
Artist says former West Virginians captivated by West Virginia imagery
12/18/2022
BECKLEY, W.Va. — Former West Virginians are increasingly interested in art that recalls the past in the Mountain State, says an artist launching a series of Christmas sketches he created more than a quarter-century ago. Seay Earehart, who is perhaps......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.17.2022
12/17/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Buy WV State Park gift cards this holiday season and get a special deal. WV seatbelt usage surpasses the national average. DNR reports an 18% increase in the WV firearms buck harvest this season. And hunters, enter the Big Buck......read more
Buy More, Save More. Don’t Miss Out on Our Gift Card Sale!
12/17/2022
This year keep things simple and gift your loved ones with a West Virginia State Parks gift card. Gift cards extend across the park system, so that your friends and family can choose the park and time of year that works best for them. For a limited......read more
Gov. Justice announces West Virginia seat belt usage rate hits all-time high
12/17/2022
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice and his Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) announced today that the statewide seat belt usage rate for 2022 came in at 92.5 percent, a new record. This rate exceeds the national average of 90 percent. “It just......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.16.2022
12/16/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – An insider offers tips for preventing the 4Ds from derailing your startup. Investors tour renovations at the Tygart Hotel in Elkins. And the History Project highlights West Virginia’s history of glassmaking. Read more…...read more
The 4 D’s That Derail A Startup
12/16/2022
“Begin with the end in mind.” That is one of my favorite habits from the best-selling book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. In all my business endeavors, I try to identify the end goal and work back. Things become much clearer......read more
Key funding source for $16M Tygart Hotel project tours facility
12/16/2022
Representatives of one of the key funding sources for the $16 million Tygart Hotel renovation project recently toured the historic facility. Partner Community Capital, which sent a team to tour the Tygart, is one of four “non-traditional lending......read more
Blenko Glass & The Glass Artisans - The Rich Heritage of Mountain State Glass Artistry
12/16/2022
Because of its abundance of natural gas and its many rail lines, West Virginia became a bastion of glass making in the U.S. Many of the state’s glass houses were, and still are, known worldwide for their fine artistry. Unfortunately, the industry......read more
Wild Appalachia: West Virginia Geological & Economic Survey
12/15/2022
MONONGALIA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS/WVAH) — Along the banks of Cheat Lake in Monongalia County, you will find the West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey. Inside, the dinosaurs may steal the show but this agency goes well beyond the popular natural......read more
Appalachian Salmon planning RAS using defunct West Virginia coal mine
12/15/2022
In the mountains of the U.S. state of West Virginia, defunct coal mines dot the landscape near towns that have suffered from country's shift to new energy sources. For decades, miners extracted millions of tons of coal from the region, leaving behind......read more
Tech job opportunities in West Virginia
12/15/2022
Looking for a job in information technology? The State of West Virginia is hiring! Come and join a great team in making lives better. Positions are open for programmers, information systems specialists and more. Learn more......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.15.2022
12/15/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The WV Geological and Economic Survey agency houses its own natural history museum, and visitors are welcome. A mining engineer looks to repurpose defunct coal mines for salmon fisheries. And find an IT job with the State of......read more
MSN says this is West Virginia’s best hole-in-the-wall restaurant
12/14/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — MSN released a list of the “most brilliant hole-in-the-wall restaurant” in each state, and it features a Marion County deli. According to the list, Hermosilla’s Deli and Market on Morgantown Avenue in Fairmont is the best in......read more
Gov. Justice and Commercial Metals Company (CMC) announce new Micro Mill in Berkeley County
12/14/2022
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice and Commercial Metals Company (CMC) today announced that Berkeley County will be the home of the company's fourth micro mill. The facility, projected to cost approximately $450 million, will produce rebar and is......read more
Winchester and Western Railroad to Serve New West Virginia Steel Mill
12/14/2022
MARTINSBURG, W.Va., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Winchester and Western Railroad (W&W), an affiliate of OmniTRAX, the nationwide supply chain, industrial development, and logistics solutions provider, has signed an agreement to serve Commercial Metals......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.14.2022
12/14/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Find out why customers keep coming back to this “hole-in-the-wall” restaurant in Fairmont. Commercial Metals plans to open a facility in Berkeley County, served by Winchester and Western Railroad; the facility is expected to......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.13.2022
12/13/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVSU teams up with Diversified Energy to plant trees throughout the Mountain State. Remote workers, Ascend WV wants to pay you to move to Wild, Wonderful WV. And Morgantown officials are excited about the USA Diving Championship......read more
WVSU, Diversified Energy Co. Partner to Plant More Than 10,000 Trees in West Virginia
12/13/2022
INSTITUTE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia State University (WVSU) and Diversified Energy Company today announced a new partnership effort to plant more than 10,000 trees around the state of West Virginia in the coming year. Diversified Energy made a......read more
Ascend WV a top remote workforce program in America
12/13/2022
Working remotely means you aren’t necessarily tied to an office or one specific location. If you’ve ever had a hankering to live somewhere new, a remote worker incentive program may make for the perfect opportunity to live in a new city. Remote......read more
USA Diving Winter National Championship in Morgantown, West Virginia offers divers, fans unique opportunity
12/13/2022
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The USA Diving Winter National Championship starts Dec. 14 at the Aquatic Center at Mylan Park in Morgantown, and the event is shaping up to be one of the more unique sporting events in West Virginia this year. The West Virginia......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.12.2022
12/12/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – New coal technologies are coming to Wyoming County. The WV SBDC names its new business coach for the Charleston area. A local man starts his own business serving disabled veterans. And the WV DNR wants your Big Buck photos......read more
Wyoming County sitting in new technology sweet spot
12/12/2022
New technologies are creating a new era in the coal industry, and Wyoming County seems to be sitting in the sweet spot. For generations, the waste from coal has been abandoned in sludge ponds, gob piles, and impoundments across Wyoming County and the......read more
WV SBDC names Bret Chandler as new business coach for the Charleston area
12/12/2022
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) has named Bret Chandler as a new business coach for the Charleston area. In the role, Chandler will draw on his three decades of experience as an entrepreneur and executive to help small......read more
Veteran hopes minority-owned business inspires others
12/12/2022
Milford Zeigler Jr. wasn’t looking to start his own business. The Charleston resident already had retired more than once. Interwoven with a career in the private sector was more than 20 years of military service, including stints as a gunner with the......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.11.2022
12/11/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The WV Homeowners Rescue Fund makes adjustments to get more money to more people. Residents at a Martinsburg veterans home get an early Christmas present. And a West Virginia solar company wants residents to know that solar......read more
More homeowners eligible for rescue funds
12/11/2022
The West Virginia Homeowners Rescue Program has paid nearly $10 million in benefits to help more than 3,000 households since March, and now it’s announcing new guidelines with hopes of helping many more. The improvements are designed to get more money......read more
‘Thank you, vets, and happy holidays': Red Cross, students and donors create gift bags for local military veterans
12/11/2022
The American Red Cross is committed to supporting the men and women who serve in the United States military, and that commitment doesn't end when enlistments expire. In Winchester, Virginia, recently, Red Cross employees and volunteers gathered in the......read more
West Virginia now ideally suited to solar energy use
12/11/2022
Perhaps surprisingly, much of West Virginia enjoys about 85 percent as much sunlight as Miami, Florida, which means it's ideally suited to solar energy use, says the founder and CEO of West Virginia-based Solar Holler. Thanks to technological advances......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.10.2022
12/10/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A cyber security contractor talks about the industry’s importance. Discover the art of David Riffle. And learn how you can win a prize by purchasing a WV hunting or fishing license. Read more…...read more
Cybersecurity in West Virginia: An emergent modern defense
12/10/2022
In today’s world, it is uncommon for anyone to experience a day untouched by the cyber industry. For many, information technology (IT) infiltrates most aspects of life, beginning the moment they wake up to their cell phone alarm and continuing......read more
Finding David Riffle -- West Virginia Artist
12/10/2022
This unusual, lyrical one-hour documentary will take you on a journey into the inner world of artist David Riffle. A Vietnam vet, his prolific body of work creates fantastical worlds of 1960s trailers, giant dogs, the mystical found in nature, and......read more
WVDNR hunting and fishing license giveaway
12/10/2022
Purchase your annual 2023 hunting, fishing or trapping license in December and you could win big! All you have to do is purchase your annual 2023 license online or through a license retailer between December 1-31, 2022, and you’ll be automatically......read more
WVU student taps University resources to build beekeeping business into success
12/09/2022
Does having fresh honey at home sound sweet to you? Interested in providing beneficial pollination to your home garden or orchard? If so, consider yourself a potential beekeeper! Beekeeping is easier than you think. Winter months let new beekeepers......read more
Women excel in RCBI welding program
12/09/2022
You may be aware of the significant contributions of Rosie the Riveters, but you may not know that during World War II, working alongside Rosies in factories, shipyards and munitions plants was another essential group of women: Wendy the Welders......read more
WVDNR invites hunters to participate in the Big Buck Photo Contest
12/09/2022
Hunting in Almost Heaven is a time-honored tradition passed down from generation to generation. In West Virginia, acres of wide-open public lands await you for world-class hunting opportunities. This fall, experience hunting in West Virginia and......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.9.2022
12/09/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn what it takes to become a beekeeper. Female welders are sought to fill gaps in manufacturing jobs. And the WVDNR invites hunters to participate in the Big Buck Photo Contest. Read more......read more
Over the hills and through the woods: WVU works to improve mountain biking in West Virginia
12/08/2022
With new research happening on Morgantown trails, West Virginia University is hoping to continue raising the state’s mountain biking profile. Chad Pierskalla, professor of recreation, parks and tourism resources at the Davis College of Agriculture......read more
Innovators & Entrepreneurs: Maximizing Hospitality at the Schoolhouse Hotel with Charlie Hammerman
12/08/2022
Charlie Hammerman, CEO of The Disability Opportunity Fund, tells us how his organization transformed a more-than 100-year-old building into the first fully ADA accessible hotel in the world. Hammerman also talks about the importance of passion between......read more
Regatta, rubber ducky race to reunite in 2023
12/08/2022
Quack-quack, they’re back — together. For the first time in several years, the Great Rubber Ducky Race will be part of the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta next year, officials announced Tuesday. Next year’s Regatta will take place June 30 through July......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.8.2022
12/08/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVU researchers are working to improve mountain biking in West Virginia. Learn how a 100-year-old schoolhouse was turned into the world’s first fully ADA accessible hotel. And the Great Rubber Ducky Race re-joins the Charleston......read more
Blackwater Falls sled run offers fun for the whole family
12/07/2022
Experience the thrill of racing down more than a quarter mile of fresh mountain snow on the sled run at Blackwater Falls State Park. The longest sled run on the East Coast, the sled run is a must-do every year. Create cherished memories and experience......read more
The History Project: Salt - West Virginia's first major industry
12/07/2022
West Virginia has been known as a home to multiple industries, but its first major industry was thanks to a prehistoric sea that rests beneath it. Salt from the Iapetus Ocean, from our planet’s Pangea period, is trapped beneath the Appalachian......read more
Remote workers can make $12,000 to move to Elkins, West Virginia
12/07/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A program offering cash and free outdoor adventures to remote workers to move to West Virginia with the hope of offsetting population losses has welcomed 143 new residents in the year since it launched, officials announced......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.7.2022
12/07/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Experience the thrill of sledding at Blackwater Falls State Park. The History Project examines West Virginia’s first major industry. And the Ascend WV remote worker program is taking applications for the Elkins area. Read more…...read more
West Virginia becoming East Coast sky-watching destination
12/06/2022
MOUNT ZION, W.Va. — Are you longing for a life far from city lights? You could hardly do better than to move to West Virginia. A paradise of star-spangled skies awaits new residents at the center of the eastern U.S.—a drive of less than an hour from......read more
CFOAM: From West Virginia Coal Mines to Outer Space
12/06/2022
West Virginia is known for its deep roots when it comes to the coal mining industry. Most people associate coal with creating heat and electricity. Have you ever considered coal in outer space? This company is changing coal into carbon foam to create......read more
Agritourism in West Virginia
12/06/2022
WVU Extension has resources to help agritourism business owners grow and share the roots of the Appalachian experience. Visit extension.wvu.edu to browse an agritourism guide. Find information on West Virginia breweries, farm-to-table dining, u-pick......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.6.2022
12/06/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia’s dark skies are an astronomer’s dream. A Triadelphia manufacturer converts coal into products for use in outer space. And learn how you can grow your agritourism business. Read more…...read more
WVU forestry specialist recommends live Christmas trees
12/05/2022
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — While the ease and convenience of a pre-lit, artificial tree has genuine appeal, a West Virginia University professor and forest resources specialist is helping make the case for the authentic look and smell of a fresh-cut Christmas......read more
Morgantown woman releases a Christmas book filled with West Virginia puns
12/05/2022
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - Morgantown resident Marly Ynigues was the author of “Christmas Eve in the Mountain State.” A book filled with puns that incorporate all 55 counties in West Virginia. While she’s not originally from West Virginia, Ynigues said......read more
Gift inspiration for the outdoor lovers in your life
12/05/2022
The holidays are drawing near and it’s time to find that perfect gift. West Virginia State Parks and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources offer some suggestions that will please any outdoor lover on your list. Whether you’re looking to make......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.5.2022
12/05/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A West Virginia forester offers tips on maintaining your fresh-cut tree. “Kanawha” tell you a punny story about Christmas Eve in the Mountain State? And find the perfect gift from West Virginia State Parks. Read more…...read more
Marching to the Beat of the Mountain State with Randy Sanders
12/04/2022
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we welcome Randy Sanders, the president and host of the committee that’s bringing bands from all over the world to Buckhannon, West Virginia, for the 2023 World Association of Marching Show Bands......read more
Veterans Table: How the Mountaineer FoodBank and Partners Serve the Veterans Who Served Us
12/04/2022
Over 13,000 veterans in West Virginia experience food insecurity. The Mountaineer FoodBank fights that food insecurity with their Veterans Table program, which provides shelf-stable and fresh foods to veterans, including those who are homebound. “To...k...read more
WorkForce West Virginia announces December Statewide Virtual Job Fair
12/04/2022
WorkForce West Virginia announces the next date in a series of Statewide Virtual Job Fairs. Both employers and job seekers are invited to participate in the virtual event on Wednesday, Dec. 7 from noon to 3 p.m. “We have seen unprecedented turnouts at......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.4.2022
12/04/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – “Innovators and Entrepreneurs” chats with Randy Sanders about the global marching show band competition that’s coming to Buckannon. Join the Veterans Table to help fight food insecurity. And mark your calendar for the next......read more
New Book Explores History Of West Virginia Hot Dogs
12/03/2022
“Making Our Future” by former West Virginia state folklorist Emily Hilliard dives deep into the niches of Mountain State culture, from songs of the labor movement to the history of hot dogs. The book was released on Nov. 22, 2022. This conversation has......read more
Historic Parkersburg neighborhood kicks off annual holiday home tours
12/03/2022
The annual Julia-Ann Square Historic District Holiday Home Tours are in full swing, taking place Dec. 3-4 in the downtown Parkersburg neighborhood. Enjoy a guided home tour at 3 p.m. Saturday or a guided candlelight home tour at 6 p.m. the same day......read more
WVU Dining partners with award-winning chef to bring expertise and recipes to new Mexican dining station
12/03/2022
WVU Dining Services has announced a new partnership with award-winning chef, author and TV personality Aarón Sánchez. Chef Sánchez will lend his expertise and recipes to Adobo Cantina, a new Mexican food dining station at Café Evansdale that will open......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.3.2022
12/03/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A new book examines WV folklore, including the history of the hot dog. Parkersburg’s Historic Julia Ann neighborhood offers its annual homes tour. And WVU gets a new Mexican restaurant with help from an award-winning chef......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.2.2022
12/02/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn what goes on behind the scenes at the FBI center in Clarksburg. The state’s Opportunity Move stands ready to assist federal agencies in West Virginia. And a global marching show band competition is expected to generate......read more
Inside the FBI
12/02/2022
Tucked away in the rolling hills of Clarksburg, WV, lies a state-of-the-art, high-tech hub that most West Virginians know little about. The hub houses the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division and is central to combatting crime......read more
Opportunity Move: WV provides fiscal, business continuity, and workforce solutions for federal agencies.
12/02/2022
Our state is positioned to assist your agency in mitigating risk, reducing your expense budget and providing upskilling, workforce recruitment and training opportunities. From real estate solutions to energy savings: West Virginia delivers relief for......read more
Opinion: Band event a boon for West Virginia
12/02/2022
Thousands of people from around the world will visit Buckhannon in 2023 as part of the World Association of Marching Show Bands 2023 World Championship. Thanks to the event, West Virginia will benefit from tremendous economic impact and opportunity it......read more
daily304 - Episode 12.1.2022
12/01/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Seattle’s Puget Sound Company brings holiday harmonies to Almost Heaven. The West Virginia Parkways Authority announces a major upgrade to Turnpike Travel Plazas. And the Charleston Winter Series returns. Read more…...read more
Seattle vocal ensemble to perform holiday concerts in WV
12/01/2022
Join Puget Sound Company to enjoy some holiday music this season. Puget Sound Co. is an eight-member vocal ensemble founded in Seattle. The a cappella group covers popular artists from The Beatles to Fleetwood Mac to Ariana Grande and more.Catch......read more
West Virginia Turnpike Travel Plazas To Be Updated
12/01/2022
The West Virginia Parkways Authority will spend $152 million over the next three years to revamp the West Virginia Turnpike’s travel plazas. In announcing the project on Friday, Parkways Authority Executive Director Jeff Miller said it was past time......read more
Three run, walk events to be offered as Charleston Winter Series makes return
12/01/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Healthy activities are being offered to help combat those calorie-laden meals everyone will be eating during the holidays. The Charleston Winter Series will be returning, with running and walking options during a total of......read more

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Growing Your Business -- A Collaborative Model
11/30/2022
Growing a business is a lot like growing a garden. You start with a seed – an idea – and plant it. With proper care, effort, and time, your business, like that seed, will grow. To get the most out of your garden, you need to fertilize the soil to pack......read more
The Blade Runners: Powering a Wind Farm
11/30/2022
The Pinnacle wind-power plant extends for roughly four miles in the northeastern corner of West Virginia. Twenty-three turbines dot the spine of the Appalachians, irregularly spaced along the mountain ridges. The towers, supplied by Siemens Gamesa......read more
OSRT to invest $60M in West Virginia
11/30/2022
In southern West Virginia, Omnis Sublimation Recovery Technologies (OSRT) will invest $60 million in Wyoming County to extract rare earth metals from coal waste impoundments. The company’s revolutionary technology and process will be used to supply the......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.30.2022
11/30/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The WV SBDC wants to help you grow your business. Learn how a team of five maintains the turbines at Pinnacle wind farm. And Omnis Sublimation Recovery Technologies invests $60 million in Wyoming County. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 11.29.2022
11/29/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WV Executive presents the 2023 Young Guns. Blenko Glass looks to an apprenticeship program to keep the glassmaking tradition alive. And discover historic Berkeley Springs. Read more…...read more
Introducing the Young Guns Class of 2023
11/29/2022
Whether it be through their astute ability to make the most of any situation, awe-inspiring passion for helping others or abundant love of community, true leaders are easy to spot. As we introduce the newest class of Young Guns, we see in them each of......read more
New Apprentice Program Takes Hold At Old School Glass Company
11/29/2022
As one of the state’s last true glass factories, Blenko Glass Production Manager David Wertz was concerned about the century-old Milton institution surviving within a declining national industry. Partnering with the U.S Department of Labor......read more
Your Adventures Start in Berkeley Springs, WV
11/29/2022
Make Berkeley Springs, WV the center of your outdoor adventure fun. The surrounding countryside is a historic playground with wooded mountains and ridges, two rivers and several lakes. Cacapon Resort State Park is a 6,000-acre haven with views of......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.28.2022
11/28/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Clorox cuts the ribbon on its new cat litter manufacturing facility. Save the date for next year’s Tech Yeah Conference. And learn about some of the many defense companies that call West Virginia home. Read more…...read more
Clorox cuts ribbon in Martinsburg, West Virginia
11/28/2022
We recently opened a new cat litter plant in Martinsburg, West Virginia — our third manufacturing facility in the state. Check out the video of the official litter-bag-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening alongside our new teammates, public......read more
Save the date: Teach Yeah Conference set for May 23, 2023
11/28/2022
TheTech Yeah Conference highlights the innovative West Virginia-based companies forging a new future through the technology movement. The second annual Tech Yeah Conference is scheduled for May 23, 2023. Learn the path to success in the federal......read more
A Commitment to Service: West Virginia’s Defense Manufacturing and Maintenance Companies
11/28/2022
A commitment to service and a sense of patriotism are often byproducts of living in West Virginia. Mountaineers are loyal and selfless, and it is no surprise that these values draw in defense industry companies dedicated to creating and maintaining......read more
Latest startups and career growth opportunities happening in West Virginia
11/27/2022
You can have it all in West Virginia. The Mountain state boasts mother nature's best to outdoor enthusiasts and is becoming home to a talent pool of entrepreneurs and innovators. #YesWV, a collaboration between the department of WV Economic Development......read more
Maggie: The paddle boarding goat
11/27/2022
Maggie is Nicole Linkfield’s adventurous 5-month-old goat. Maggie joins Linkfield while hiking, paddle boarding and even dining at pet-friendly restaurants in the New River Gorge region. Watch the duo paddle board on Plum Orchard Lake: Watch the video......read more
A new chapter for libraries in West Virginia
11/27/2022
There have always been countless reasons to love a library: Tall shelves that envelop you on all sides, filled with the essential information you were hunting for as well as nuggets of wisdom and wonder you didn’t even know you needed. Dim corners with......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.27.2022
11/27/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – “Innovators and Entrepreneurs” highlights why more people are choosing the Mountain State to start a business. Watch a video of Maggie the paddle boarding goat. And it’s a new chapter for libraries in West Virginia as they......read more
West Virginia’s 2022 Christmas ornament features Babydog
11/26/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Babydog’s face will be on Christmas trees this year. First Lady Cathy Justice announced Wednesday the state’s 2022 Limited Edition Christmas Ornament will feature her pet English bulldog. The ornament, unveiled at the state Culture......read more
Almost Heaven Classic set for June 9-10 at Canaan Resort
11/26/2022
Mountaineer Media is thrilled to bring you the Almost Heaven Classic presented by Star USA Federal Creidt Union. The inaugural event will take place on June 9 and 10, 2023 at Canaan Valley Resort in Tucker County, W.Va. Join more than 250 passionate......read more
How One Family Resurrected a Rundown WV Ski Resort Back to its Glory
11/26/2022
The story of how Timberline Mountain, located just a three-hour drive from Northern Virginia, became one of the area’s shiniest new snow sport destinations is rooted in a bit of drama. It begins with a once-popular West Virginia ski resort neglected......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.26.2022
11/26/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Make Babydog the star of your Christmas tree with a new limited edition ornament. Save the date for the Almost Heaven Classic golf tournament and networking event. A shuttered ski resort gets a major makeover and its new owners......read more
Valley Falls State Park Foundation receives $10,000 in LEDA funding to build new outside classroom, pavilion
11/25/2022
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — Del. Guy Ward, R-Marion, and officials from Valley Falls State Park shared their excitement with the Marion County Commission Wednesday morning over a new outdoor classroom and pavilion that’s set to be built at the park......read more
Deer hunting provides annual boost to West Virginia's economy, businesses
11/25/2022
Buck firearms season for antlered deer will be open from Nov. 21 to Dec. 4, during which time thousands of hunters will take to the woods in hopes of dragging or driving a buck out of the woods. There is a great deal of preparation that goes into deer......read more
West Virginia State Parks are Hiring! Apply for a job today
11/25/2022
In addition to breathtaking views and working in the great outdoors, the West Virginia State Parks system offers a wide-range of employment opportunities. From flexible part-time seasonal jobs to benefit earning full time career positions, there is a......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.25.2022
11/25/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Valley Falls State Park gets funding for a new outdoor classroom. State outfitters reap the economic benefits of deer season. And learn more about working at West Virginia state parks. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 11.24.2022
11/24/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Advantage Valley’s diverse arts scene offers a rich tapestry of experiences. Plan your winter getaway in Almost Heaven. And a Mingo County school welcomes its first therapy dog. Read more…...read more
Discover the Appalachian Arts Scene of Advantage Valley, WV
11/24/2022
Advantage Valley is humming with activity. From its eclectic food and beverage scene to its can’t-miss events and beautiful artistic attractions, this region is the perfect place to experience the best of Appalachian culture. Advantage Valley’s dining......read more
Your 2022 West Virginian Winter Bucket List
11/24/2022
It’s never too early to begin planning for spectacular time spent in Almost Heaven this winter! To make it easier on you, we’ve created a bucket list with all the must sees and dos for adventurers of all kinds to take part in this season. Wonderful......read more
Meet Kylo: Therapy dog placed in Mingo County's Lenore PK-8 School
11/24/2022
LENORE, W.Va. (WCHS) — Mingo County Schools welcomed a new staff member this week. The four-legged therapist is a black lab named Kylo, the latest K9 to be assigned to West Virginia schools in the state’s Friends With Paws program. Students and staff......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.23.2022
11/23/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The History Project honors the legacy of WWII hero Woody Williams. Travel Awaits presents a bucket list for the New River Gorge. And Mountaineer Media’s founder reveals details about the Almost Heaven Classic set for next year at......read more
The History Project: Herschel “Woody” Williams
11/23/2022
There is no true measurement for bravery, valor and sacrifice. We know these things when we see them in those special individuals like Hershel “Woody” Williams, the American World War II hero from Quiet Dell, West Virginia, who made a loud roar against......read more
11 Beautiful Spots To Explore While Visiting New River Gorge National Park
11/23/2022
Located in the southernmost tip of the Appalachian Mountains, West Virginia is almost entirely mountainous. About one-third of the state is in the Appalachians’ Allegheny Range, with a dense and diverse forest clambering up and down its foothills. The......read more
Innovators & Entrepreneurs: Doing Something Good with Cooper Simmerman
11/23/2022
We learn how Mountaineer Media’s founder and co-host Cooper Simmerman worked to create a digital media storytelling agency that’s changing how people see West Virginia. “We kind of realized that now we have this attention on our platform. We wanted to......read more
Enjoy a spectacular lighted Appalachian Village at Heritage Farm & Museum
11/22/2022
Come see Heritage Farm Museum and Village transformed into a winter wonderland! Seeing the buildings trimmed with lights, hearing Christmas music as you walk through the village, and visiting with Santa and Frosty will have you in the Christmas spirit......read more
Bridging Innovation Week April 17-21, 2023
11/22/2022
Bridging Innovation is a series of events that brings together various meetings and competitions from across the state that are promoting and fostering entrepreneurship in West Virginia. These efforts range from supporting elementary to college......read more
Smith chosen as executive director, hoping to continue work of the BCDA
11/22/2022
MARTINSBURG—The Berkeley County Development Authority (BCDA) has promoted Jennifer Smith as its new executive director. The mission of the BCDA is to facilitate the growth of business in the county. “We are a local agency that assists businesses as......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.21.2022
11/21/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Shop small and support local businesses this Saturday. Learn some cost-saving hacks for your new business. And West Virginia’s secretary of economic development talks about the Nucor Steel deal. Read more…...read more
My Buckhannon Insider Guide to Small Business Saturday
11/21/2022
BUCKHANNON – Small Business Saturday is one day of the year to celebrate our hardworking neighbors and loved ones. Supporting a small business can be accomplished in a variety of capacities: a simple social media share, leaving a review on their......read more
5 Business Cost Hacks for New Entrepreneurs
11/21/2022
For most people starting a new business, there is one key question on their minds: how am I going to afford all of this? Costs, both expected and unexpected, are an unfortunate reality for these newcomers. However, entrepreneurs are nothing if not......read more
Episode 10: Pick me! A (big) recruitment win in West Virginia with Nucor
11/21/2022
Episode 10: Pick me! A (big) recruitment win in West Virginia with Nucor Each season, we’ll hear from a community who recently won a significant project, and how they did it. On this Pick Me! Episode, West Virginia’s Secretary of Economic Development......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.20.2022
11/20/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Harvard business students tour the Mountain State. The Jumpstart Savings Program helps vocational students with career expenses. And find gifts for the outdoor lover with West Virginia State Parks. Read more…...read more
Harvard business students taking a tour across West Virginia
11/20/2022
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WBOY) – A group of Harvard business students is taking a whirlwind tour of West Virginia learning about the Mountain State economy. Twenty-three students and one faculty member arrived yesterday for a field trip or trek. Their trek......read more
The Jumpstart Savings Program: A New Tool to Recruit and Retain a Skilled Workforce
11/20/2022
We’ve all endured a high school award ceremony in a crowded gymnasium, where it seems that the same small group of whiz kids rake in all the trophies, certificates, and scholarships. But as a former high school teacher, I often looked over the......read more
West Virginia gift guide for the outdoor lover in your life
11/20/2022
The holidays are drawing near and it’s time to find that perfect gift. West Virginia State Parks and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources offer some suggestions that will please any outdoor lover on your list. Whether you’re looking to make......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.19.2022
11/19/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn all you need to know before planning your big move to the Mountain State. Check out the top 10 things to do in Charleston. And stay warm and dry with some fun November activities in north-central West Virginia. Read more…...read more
Moving to West Virginia
11/19/2022
Also called “Mountain State,” West Virginia is a state in the Appalachian, Mid-Atlantic and South-eastern regions of the United States. Pennsylvania borders it to the northeast and east, Maryland to the east, northeast, and southeast, Virginia......read more
10 Things You Shouldn't Miss Doing In Charleston, West Virginia
11/19/2022
Charleston is not just West Virginia's capital; it's also the cultural hub of the state and has just everything for everyone. Its location in the state's western central part makes it one of the most accessible cities in the United States. Vacationers......read more
Things to do on a rainy November day in West Virginia
11/19/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — With the fall foliage gone and the weather starting to cool down, you may be looking for things to do in north central West Virginia that don’t involve going outside. In addition to trying some of the region’s roller......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.18.2022
11/18/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – “What Makes You Wonderful” takes a look behind the scenes at Green Bank Observatory. Morgantown is tapped to host the second annual Tech Yeah conference. And the WV SBDC offers advice for selling your products online … and off......read more
‘What Makes You Wonderful’ presents the Green Bank Observatory
11/18/2022
Set against a backdrop of quiet, rolling hills in Pocahontas County, the giant telescopes of Green Bank Observatory cut a striking image. Radio astronomers here are listening to the remote whispers of the universe in order to discover answers to our......read more
Tech Yeah Conference Slated for May 22-23 in Morgantown, WV
11/18/2022
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia - November 14, 2022 - When the inaugural Tech Yeah conference held earlier this year was in the planning stages, those who were putting the event together had no idea it would draw a capacity crowd. Riding that wave of......read more
The Holidays are Coming… Get Creative Selling Online…and Offline!
11/18/2022
When it comes to selling online, and particularly during the holiday season, we are usually bombarded by so many ads from a variety of sources that we are overloaded with products everywhere. Whether it’s online, in print, via TV, radio, mobile phone......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.17.2022
11/17/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Coalfield Development’s CEO shares his hopes for West Virginia’s future. Mountain Stage artist Bob Thompson presents his annual holiday jazz show. And “Innovators & Entrepreneurs” chats with Jeff Tinnell of Allegheny Image......read more
West Virginia entrepreneur shares hopes for the future of the state
11/17/2022
FAIRMONT — When thinking about entrepreneurial endeavors, the thought is usually on business and not people. According to Brandon Dennison, president and CEO of Huntington-based Coalfield Development, that needs to change to get West Virginia back in......read more
Bob Thompson’s Joy to the World featuring Zara Bode
11/17/2022
Bob Thompson’s annual holiday jazz celebration is back this year to celebrate its landmark 30th season. The Mountain Stage show will record two nights, Thursday, Dec. 15 and Friday, Dec. 16, at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, with special......read more
Innovators & Entrepreneurs presents Jeff Tinnell of Allegheny Image Factory
11/17/2022
On this episode of “Innovators & Entrepreneurs,” we chat with Jeff Tinnell, owner of Allegheny Image Factory, a media company in Morgantown that creates award-winning content from graphic novels to feature films. “One of the things I’m most excited......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.16.2022
11/16/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Sign up for a Q&A on making your website more marketable. Meet some of the team members of Pratt & Whitney’s Bridgeport facility. Clorox announces the opening of a cat litter facility in Martinsburg. And the newest episode of......read more
Export Office Hours – Online Marketing to Increase Exports
11/16/2022
‪Having a great website is a very important marketing tool. However, unless your website is paired with an effective online marketing strategy, it may never generate the level of international sales you are wishing for. ‪If you are looking for general......read more
People & Places Spotlight: Meet the Team in West Virginia
11/16/2022
Pratt & Whitney Canada’s Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bridgeport, West Virginia, celebrated 50 years of operation last year. Meet some of the team members who apply their passions every day to keep operations running smoothly. For......read more
Clorox Opens State-of-the-art Cat Litter Plant in West Virginia
11/16/2022
The Clorox Company, a manufacturer of consumer and professional products, announced the opening of its new cat litter facility in Martinsburg, West Virginia. The location will make the company’s Fresh Step and Scoop Away brands. The plant’s main......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.15.2022
11/15/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The owners of a Greenbrier County salt cave and spa tout its healing properties. The WV SBDC helps a new Charleston distillery get up and running. And Solar Holler celebrates its 1,000th installation at a Huntington residence......read more
All Things Possible: Pomona Salt Cave and Spa
11/15/2022
I’m being guided throughout the lush property, beginning—where else?—with the salt cave itself. It may be man-made, but details were painstakingly taken to make you forget that detail. (In fact, I had to ask if the cave was natural, and I’m beyond......read more
A Taste of West Virginia with Bullock Distillery and the SBDC
11/15/2022
Producing vodka, barrel-rested gin, bourbon, brandy, and West Virginia moonshine, Bullock Distillery puts its name on quality as well as taste. The small business sources its limestone water from Greenbrier County offering a unique product with......read more
Solar Holler reaches milestone with installation in Huntington
11/15/2022
On Nov. 10, Solar Holler celebrated its 1,000th solar installation in ApSolar Holler reaches milestone with installation in Huntington palachia at the Markun family home in Huntington. In September, the Shepherdstown company announced the launch of its......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.14.2022
11/14/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A Morgantown IT company wins a $100 million contract to support the National Energy Technology Laboratory. Berkshire Hathaway invests $500 million in a new manufacturing plant in West Virginia. And post your jobs for free on......read more
KeyLogic Wins $100M DOE Lab Analysis Support Contract
11/14/2022
KeyLogic Systems, an information technology company in West Virginia, has won a Department of Energy contract worth nearly $100 million to provide strategic analysis support services to the National Energy Technology Laboratory. DOE announced the award......read more
Berkshire Hathaway investing 500 million in new West Virginia manufacturing plant
11/14/2022
A long-shuttered aluminum manufacturing plant in Ravenswood will receive new life manufacturing titanium products for the aerospace industry thanks to companies owned by famed investor Warren Buffett. Gov. Jim Justice, lawmakers and state officials......read more
Take your jobs online with the WV Department of Economic Development and Jobcase
11/14/2022
The West Virginia Department of Economic Development has partnered with Jobcase to provide free job postings. Whether you need one employee around the corner, or want to hire hundreds across the country, we can help you find the right people fast. Get......read more
A Class Act: White Sulphur Springs hotel is the world’s first fully accessible hotel
11/13/2022
School is back in session at The Schoolhouse Hotel in White Sulphur Springs. A wedding destination and conference center, the Schoolhouse is a full-service boutique hotel with a rich history, renovated from the White Sulphur Springs High School, which......read more
$1.5 million grant will build new Pocahontas County mountain bike trail system
11/13/2022
A 27-mile mountain bike trail system designed to accommodate riders of all skill levels will take shape in the Monongahela National Forest just outside Marlinton during the next two years, thanks to a $1.5 million award from the Appalachian Regional......read more
A Beginner’s Manual to Guided Hikes In West Virginia
11/13/2022
Name a better place to get out and hike the great outdoors other than right here in the Mountain State. Filled with rolling mountains and low river valleys, West Virginia’s landscapes are carved with family-friendly hikes, backcountry trails and......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.13.2022
11/13/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The world’s first fully accessible hotel opens in Greenbrier County. ARC awards funds for a new bike trail system in the Monongahela National Forest. And take a guided hike to discover the beauty of Almost Heaven. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 11.12.2022
11/12/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Eight thousand feet of trout street is restored at Tomlinson Run State Park. Innovators and Entrepreneurs spotlights Heritage Farm Museum & Village. And find out which West Virginia beers are most popular. Read more…...read more
Tomlinson Run trout stream restored in northern W.Va.
11/12/2022
NEW CUMBERLAND, W.Va. — Nearly 8,000 feet of the most northern trout stream in West Virginia have been restored at Tomlinson Run State Park, according to Brett McMillion, director of the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources. A public-private partnership......read more
Exploring Our Appalachian Heritage with Audy Perry
11/12/2022
​​In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we talk to Audy Perry, Executive Director of Heritage Farm Foundation. Perry oversees Heritage Farm Museum & Village in Huntington, West Virginia, and explains his family’s journey to creating a......read more
Which West Virginia beer is the best?
11/12/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — With over 30 different breweries in West Virginia and hundreds of different beers made between them, there has to be a definitive “best” right? Well, it would all depend on who you ask, but we can at least look at the many......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.11.2022
11/11/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn why the I-79 Technology Park is an ideal location for federal agencies. The Mountain state fosters technology and information services jobs. And get hired in West Virginia’s tech ecosystem. Read more…...read more
High Technology Park: Far enough, but not too far, from D.C.
11/11/2022
Federal operations at all levels are finding it a challenge to adequately comply with COOP requirements. The challenges come in many forms including cost, reliable infrastructure and geographical location. Location is a significant issue because......read more
Information technology jobs in #YesWV
11/11/2022
Technology & Information Services is an emerging industry in West Virginia. This growing cluster of researchers and practitioners includes university research facilities, government agencies and commercial enterprises. The concentration of Technology......read more
Get hired into West Virginia's tech ecosystem
11/11/2022
Have you always wanted to work in technology, but wasn’t sure how? Consider starting or growing your career in technology and innovation in the West Virginia tech ecosystem. West Virginia has a hub of technology companies, tech-focused accelerators......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.10.2022
11/10/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn how Opportunity Move is positioned to assist Federal agencies in relocating to West Virginia. Find out why the Tech Park in South Charleston is prime real estate for innovators. And connect with the defense industry in......read more
Opportunity Move: Positioned to assist Federal agencies
11/10/2022
Learn how West Virginia is providing fiscal, business continuity, and workforce solutions for Federal agencies. Our state is positioned to assist your agency in mitigating risk, reducing your expense budget and providing upskilling, workforce......read more
Welcome to the Tech Park
11/10/2022
The West Virginia Regional Technology Park is leading the Mountain State into a new frontier of innovation, science, and technology. Built on the legacy of scientists, engineers, and innovators who brought over 30,000 patents valued at eighteen billion......read more
Connect with the WV National Defense Industrial Association
11/10/2022
West Virginia is ready and eager to welcome defense companies and federal agencies seeking a loyal workforce, opportune location and rewarding lifestyle for employees. The West Virginia National Defense Industrial Association (WVNDIA) provides......read more
Umbrella Arts: Unlocking Creativity
11/09/2022
Umbrella Arts is a performing and visual arts instruction facility based in dance, movement and somatic education. Angela Dennis has an extensive catalog of career experience. She has been a staff member and guest instructor at educational dance......read more
Winter in West Virginia is almost heaven for outdoor adventure
11/09/2022
West Virginia cranks up the thrills in winter. Downhill skiing. Cross-country skiing. Ice skating. Snow tubing. Sleigh rides. You can even bounce through the forest on an ATV with snow flurries and mountain views as your backdrop. If it’s a wintertime......read more
Retaining local talent and providing high quality service, meet woman-owned business A3L Federal Works, LLC
11/09/2022
A small business with big ambitions, A3L Federal Works LLC embraces the “family like” first-class workforce #YesWV provides, and continues to seek out and thrive off of opportunities given by the WV Department of Economic Development (WV DED) and other......read more
What Makes You Wonderful: The Marshall Artists Series
11/08/2022
The Marshall Artist Series is celebrating 86 years and we talk to Angela Jones to find out what some of the big shows are this season including a film festival as well as a tribute to Elton John. Listen now......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.8.2022
11/08/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia’s small towns reveal a lot about its history and people. A business expo sponsored in part by The Robert C. Byrd Institute connects a Huntington small business with an aerospace manufacturer. And connect with the......read more
Reasons to go slow in West Virginia, the mountain state
11/08/2022
Worn by eons, the Appalachian mountain range winds its way up the eastern United States, with West Virginia right at its heart. The mountains inform almost every aspect of the state’s history and culture, making it truly unlike anywhere else in the......read more
Liberty Hill to manufacture weapons system components for Northrop Grumman
11/08/2022
Defense and aerospace industry leader Northrop Grumman is creating opportunities for small manufacturers, including veteran-owned and disadvantaged businesses in West Virginia and surrounding areas. Representatives from Northrop Grumman recently......read more
The West Virginia National Defense Industrial Association provides support for the industry
11/08/2022
West Virginia is ready and eager to welcome defense companies and federal agencies seeking a loyal workforce, opportune location and rewarding lifestyle for employees. West Virginia’s proximity to major metropolitan areas makes it an excellent location......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.7.2022
11/07/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A Huntington-based small business lands a contract with Northrup Grumman. Partners from the Stratagen Federal consulting firm talk about what drew them back to West Virginia. And the Museum of American Glass details a rich......read more
Small West Virginia business lands contract with Northrop Grumman
11/07/2022
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WV News) — A small business started less than two years ago in West Virginia has secured a contract to manufacture weapons system components for Northrop Grumman. Tad Robinette, owner of Liberty Hill Company, a service-disabled......read more
Stratagen: Turning Opportunities into Reality
11/07/2022
Stratagen provides next generation capabilities to Federal clients through strategic management, analytical, and IT solutions. Our host spoke with Alex Guy, MBA, MSBA, PMP and Marc Krueger, MSSE, PMP both of which are partners of Stratagen. Listen to......read more
Exploring West Virginia’s history of glass
11/07/2022
A few weeks ago, I took a trip to Weston, West Virginia, to visit The Museum of American Glass. I’m an avid and self-proclaimed glass fanatic, and it’s been a bucket list item for my glass-loving self for quite some time. It was a wonderful opportunity......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.6.2022
11/06/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Morgantown prepares to host the 2022 USA Diving Winter National Championships. Embark on a wonderful winter getaway in Almost Heaven. Catch a live recording of Mountain Stage. And “What Makes You Wonderful” previews upcoming......read more
Morgantown’s Mylan Park to host national diving championships
11/06/2022
The Aquatic Center at Mylan Park is hosting its FIRST EVER national competition with the 2022 USA Diving Winter National Championships in December, and this puts not just Mylan Park or Morgantown in the spotlight but all of West Virginia! Over 120......read more
Embark on a Wild, Wonderful Winter Getaway in West Virginia
11/06/2022
While West Virginia is a true four-season destination, there’s no denying the pure magic of a winter escape in the Mountain State. Majestic highland overlooks. Snow-covered forests. Roaring waterfalls frozen in place. It all comes together to create a......read more
Order Mountain Stage tickets
11/06/2022
Make plans to attend the Nov. 13 Mountain Stage show at the Culture Center at the State Capitol Complex! The show features The War and Treaty, The Nth Power, The A’s, The Commonheart, and Deni Bonet. Be a part of the live audience at Mountain Stage......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.5.2022
11/05/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – “What Makes You Wonderful” offers a sneak peek of the Marshall Artists Series schedule. The West Virginia State Fairgrounds hosts a Holiday Farmers Market. And Clarksburg screens holiday movies in December. Read more…...read more
Holiday Farmers Market comes to fairgrounds
11/05/2022
LEWISBURG (WVDN) – There will be a Holiday Farmers Market on Saturdays from Nov. 5-Dec. 17. The market will be located in the Gus Douglass Building on the WV State Fairgrounds from 9 a.m.-1 pm. We will be offering winter farm products including pork......read more
Clarksburg (West Virginia) Robinson Grand announces Christmas movies
11/05/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center will host screenings of three Christmas movies this holiday season. The Robinson Grand’s Holiday Movie Memories 2022 includes “Polar Express” on Dec. 9, followed by “Feast of the......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.4.2022
11/04/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A National Weather Service office moves into the Tech Park in South Charleston. West Virginia continues to attract new tech firms, including an advanced radio technology startup in Morgantown. And make plans for the New River......read more
WV Tech Park celebrates opening of Building 754, home to National Weather Service Office
11/04/2022
South Charleston, W.Va. - The West Virginia Regional Technology Park (WVRTP) hosted a ribbon cutting celebration today for Building 754, a new 22,000 sq. ft. facility home to the National Weather Service (NWS) Local Forecast Office, an earth-systems......read more
Advanced radio technology startup announces move to West Virginia
11/04/2022
Xtremis, LLC (Xtremis), a Nashville-based startup developing advanced, Artificial Intelligence control systems that improve the performance of wireless networks in congested RF environments, recently announced its intention to relocate to Morgantown......read more
New River Gorge 2022 Regional Economic Outlook Summit
11/04/2022
Join New River Gorge Development Authority and the WVU College of Business and Economics as they discuss the forecasted economic climate in the New River Gorge Region. The event takes place from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Nov. 10, at Black Knight......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.3.2022
11/03/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A new exhibit on Gen. Chuck Yeager opens at his namesake airport. A mountain biking adventure awaits in Pocahontas County. And Fairmont’s annual Feast of the Seven Fishes is Dec. 9-10. Read more…...read more
Chuck Yeager Exhibit Opens At Namesake Airport
11/03/2022
A new exhibit on Chuck Yeager coinciding with the 75th anniversary of his breaking the sound barrier has been opened at West Virginia International Yeager Airport. Officials from the airport participated in the opening Monday, along with staff from......read more
Destination Showcase: Pocahontas County, West Virginia
11/03/2022
Pocahontas county covers a large portion of West Virginia including the infamous Snowshoe Mountain, which has hosted World Cup races for years. The riding across Pocahontas County is some of the most diverse that I’ve ever personally had the pleasure......read more
Save the date! Fairmont’s annual Feast of the Seven Fishes is Dec. 9-10.
11/03/2022
Festivities begin at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 9 with a taste of what is to come the following day. On Saturday, Dec. 10, starting at 10 a.m., vendors will be serving up all your Italian holiday favorites. The event includes arts and crafts, live music, and......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.2.2022
11/02/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A buyer is sought for a historic coal company building. Economic development officials note a momentum in the manufacturers moving to West Virginia. And GenerationWV is accepting applications for its next coding class. Read more…...read more
Itmann Coal Company store owner pushing to find the right buyer
11/02/2022
There’s a new push to sell the Itmann coal company store building in Wyoming County. The almost 100-year-old building has a rich history as a former store and business office owned by Issac T. Mann. Today, it comes with some memories and a lot of......read more
Experts say location driving manufacturing momentum in West Virginia
11/02/2022
Representatives of the manufacturing and energy sectors took center stage Thursday to give their thoughts on the future of the national and local economies. Two panel discussions were part of the 2022 Economic Outlook Conference sponsored by the......read more
Generation WV accepting applications for Cohort 7 of NewForce
11/02/2022
Applications are now open for Generation WV’s Cohort 7 of Newforce. NewForce is a six-month, fully remote, tuition-free coding school. Our goal is to build a tech economy in West Virginia that works for everyone. Check out our NewForce 101 guidebook......read more
daily304 - Episode 11.1.2022
11/01/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVDOT and the Department of Arts, Culture and History celebrate five years of Roads to Prosperity with an exhibit at the State Culture Center. WVDNR police honor state’s first game warden at a ceremony in Hinton. And the......read more
‘Roads to Prosperity’ marks 5 years, more than 1,200 projects
11/01/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – This year marks the fifth anniversary of the Roads to Prosperity highway and bridge construction and maintenance program and the anniversary is being observed at the state Culture Center in Charleston. Gov. Jim Justice and the West......read more
WVDNR police celebrate 125 years with Hinton monument to state’s first game warden
11/01/2022
HINTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Police celebrated its 125th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 22 during a ceremony at the Summers County Courthouse in Hinton. During the ceremony, WVDNR Police officials unveiled a monument......read more
Advantage Valley is in the nation’s most profitable petrochemical setting
11/01/2022
Located in the heart of the Appalachian Basin, atop the abundant Marcellus and Rogersville Shale natural gas fields, Advantage Valley is part of one of the nation’s strongest energy-production regions. That and being within a single-day’s drive of......read more

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RCBI helps aerospace company overcome supply chain shortages
10/31/2022
With technical expertise from the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI), a major aerospace company with a large presence in West Virginia is able to produce the difficult-to-find replacement parts it needs to refurbish popular regional jets. Introduced in......read more
New River Gorge Ghost Towns - Remains of the Coal Industry Makea New Home in a National Park
10/31/2022
In 2021, the New River Gorge was transformed into a National Park, placing West Virginia’s glorious gem into the necklace of America’s most celebrated scenic areas. The river and valley’s majestic beauty have long been famous, but park visitors are also d...read more
West Virginia Business Plan Competition: Take your idea to the next level
10/31/2022
Welcome to the 2 nd Annual West Virginia Statewide Community Business Plan Competition! The Community BPC provides community members throughout the state of West Virginia with the unique opportunity to make a business idea come to life with the support......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.31.2022
10/31/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The Robert C. Byrd Institute helps a Bridgeport aerospace company overcome supply chain shortages. The History Project presents ghost towns of the New River Gorge. And submit your pitch for the West Virginia Statewide Business......read more
Find your dream job in Almost Heaven
10/30/2022
Interested in living and working in the next best thing to Heaven? Then say “yes” to a career in West Virginia! Learn more about the benefits of living and working in the Mountain State. You can also check out the awesome job opportunities available in......read more
Exclusive look at WVDNR’s Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center
10/30/2022
The Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center at the Forks of Coal State Natural Area in Alum Creek, West Virginia features wildlife displays and nature exhibits that showcase the Mountain State's unmatched natural beauty. The center is open to the......read more
Winterplace Ski Resort announces new features for the 40th anniversary
10/30/2022
Ghent, WV (WOAY) – With the fall colors in full beauty, the ski and snowboarding season is right around the corner. The crew at Winterplace Ski Resort has been preparing for its 40th annual winter season with new features to celebrate. One of the......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.30.2022
10/30/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Find your dream job in Almost Heaven. Check out the WVDNR’s new wildlife education center. And Winterplace Ski Resort celebrates 40 years with some upgrades that will have you on the slopes faster. Read more…...read more
The History Project presents ‘Aracoma & Boling Baker -- Daughter of the Shawnee, Son of England
10/29/2022
Aracoma was the daughter of Shawnee Chief Cornstalk and she saved the life of Boling Baker, a deserter from the British army during The French & Indian War. They would marry and he was taken into the tribe just as she was put in possession of the......read more
Building The Next Generation Of W.Va.'s Tourism Workforce
10/29/2022
To have a booming tourism economy, we need the workforce to make it strong. There are more than 68,000 employees in the state’s leisure and hospitality industry, according to WorkForce West Virginia. But annually, there are about 4,800 vacancies in the......read more
Workforce West Virginia announces November statewide virtual job fair
10/29/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — WorkForce West Virginia announces the next date in a series of Statewide Virtual Job Fairs. Both employers and job seekers are invited to participate in the virtual event on Nov. 2 from 12:00 - 3:00 pm. “We had a wonderful kickoff......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.29.2022
10/29/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The History Project profiles Aracoma, daughter of Chief Cornstalk, and Englishman Boling Baker. West Virginia HEAT is cooking up interest in the hospitality industry. And Workforce West Virginia hosts a virtual job fair on Nov......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.28.2022
10/28/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – “America’s Best Restaurants” pays a visit to Da Vinci’s in Williamstown. Spend time in nature with a forestry internship … and Mountaintop Beverage is set to create up to 400 jobs -- #YesWV! Read more…...read more
Da Vinci’s to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants
10/28/2022
Local restaurant Da Vinci’s will be hosting a visit from America’s Best Restaurants in late October 2022. Open since 1980, Da Vinci’s is an icon in the Williamstown area. Originally owned by Jim and Marilyn Pettit, the restaurant is now owned and......read more
Working in nature starts here: Division of Forestry Internship Program
10/28/2022
It’s the moment in most adults’ lives where the story behind their career really begins to unfold — the internship. For many, an internship is more than just additional education or bullet points on a resume. It’s life changing. And when it comes to an......read more
Mountaintop Beverage: A game changer
10/28/2022
If you’re traveling north on I-79 in Monongalia County just past the I-68 split and look to your right as you cross the Mon River, you’ll see a big chunk of mountainside is gone. In its place is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility called......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.27.2022
10/27/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – “Ghost Hunters” TV show features haunted Blennerhassett Island. Visitors continue to flock to the healing waters of Berkeley Springs. And local distillers bring in tourism to their regions. Read more…...read more
Blennerhassett Island to have episode on “Ghost Hunters”
10/27/2022
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park is seeing more coverage come out for its potentially paranormal activity. The island will be the focus of an episode of “Ghost Hunters.” The show will be looking into the claims of......read more
Water Aficionados Still Seek Healing At Berkeley Springs
10/27/2022
Every couple weeks, Lauren Lee stuffs a few dozen gallon jugs into a big black laundry bag. She brings it to a covered pavilion right in the middle of Berkeley Springs State Park, which itself is right in the middle of downtown Berkeley Springs, West......read more
Whiskey Tourism Is Growing In West Virginia
10/27/2022
For generations, visitors have come to West Virginia for the scenery and a taste of adventure, but over the past few years, they’re coming to sample something else. Whiskey. Jeff Arthur at Mountain State Distillery on Capitol Street in Charleston said......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.26.2022
10/26/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The latest “What Makes You Wonderful” episode talks tourism and history at Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. The state partners with a local school district to support local farms while providing healthy meals. And on “Innovators......read more
Farm to School program helps local farmers and students
10/26/2022
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) – One local school district works together to support local farmers, while also supplying their students with healthy meals. Members of the state departments of Agriculture and Education were at New River Primary in Oak Hill......read more
Marching to the Beat of the Mountain State with Randy Sanders
10/26/2022
In this episode of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, we welcome Randy Sanders, the president and host of the committee that’s bringing bands from all over the world to Buckhannon, West Virginia, for the 2023 World Association of Marching Show Bands......read more
Sweeping through generations
10/25/2022
Years ago, Wanda Hott received a broom from her sister as a Christmas gift....read more
West Virginia supports the automotive industry
10/25/2022
Automotive component manufacturers from around the world have found the road to success leads to West Virginia. Businesses that supply and support the automotive industry find a ready workforce with the skills needed by today’s market....read more
Plan a fall outing to Gritt’s Fun Farm
10/25/2022
Experience Gritt’s Farm in its full glory. Each fall, all 300 acres of our Buffalo, WV farmland transform into a fall fun destination...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.25.2022
10/25/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Hampshire County resident Wanda Hott makes a “clean sweep” with her new business. West Virginia supports a robust automotive industry. And Gritt’s Fun Farm makes a fine fall destination for all ages. Read more…...read more
Mountaineer Media presents Chris Stirewalt
10/24/2022
Chris Stirewalt is a Wheeling grown, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, and author of the new book Broken News: Why the Media Rage Machine Divides America and How to Fight Back. ...read more
Making Marion County
10/24/2022
Marion County is filled with points of pride. It’s home to the I-79 Technology Park and Fairmont State University and it’s just minutes from West Virginia University in neighboring Monongalia County....read more
Mountain Stage Live Shows Schedule
10/24/2022
West Virginia’s Public Radio’s “Mountain Stage” has some exciting shows coming up, so grab your tickets now before they sell out. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.24.2022
10/24/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Mountaineer Media chats with author Chris Stirewalt. Discover the beauty and excitement of Marion County. And Mountain Stage releases its live schedule. Read more…...read more
MHIRJ completes strategic expansion of its West Virginia facility
10/23/2022
MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ), the largest regional maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) service provider in the US, announced today that it has completed Phase 1 of its expansion project at the West Virginia Service Center, located at North Central......read more
West Virginia sisters use printing company to show state’s beauty
10/23/2022
FAIRMONT (AP) — Base Camp Printing highlights the beauty of West Virginia, without leaving the state....read more
West Virginia Department of Homeland Security releases school safety initiative
10/23/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — The West Virginia Department of Homeland Security recently released its new school safety initiative....read more
daily304 - Episode 10.23.2022
10/23/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – MHIRJ Aviation completes its expansion at the Clarksburg airport. A Charleston-based printing company highlights the beauty of West Virginia. And WV Homeland Security reveals its plan for beefing up school safety....read more
Christmas at Cass December train rides
10/22/2022
CASS, WV (WVNS) — If you’re looking for something fun and magical to do for the holiday season this year, you can enjoy a ride on the Cass Scenic Railroad during Christmas at Cass!...read more
William Shatner coming to the Clay Center
10/22/2022
Award-winning actor, producer, director, and writer William Shatner is coming to the Clay Center in Charleston, West Virginia....read more
Spooky movies featuring people from West Virginia
10/22/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — What better time to watch a spooky movie than October?...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.22.2022
10/22/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Get your tickets for Cass Scenic Railroad’s Christmas train. William Shatner will host a special presentation of “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” in Charleston. And find spooky movies featuring actors from West Virginia. ...read more
Visit Generation WV’s C Career Connector
10/21/2022
You’re a dreamer. A doer. A go-getter. We’ve created this list of opportunities to help you find and build a fulfilling career in West Virginia. ...read more
Encore: Monsters And Mysteries Of The Mountain State
10/21/2022
This week, we bring back our special Halloween episode of Inside Appalachia from 2021. It’s packed with ghost stories and mysteries from across the region....read more
The Southern Kitchen WV Grand Opening Set For Nov. 5
10/21/2022
“Imagine going to Italy for vacation and losing weight,” Sinquiss Anderson said laughing, “We had about two good meals and we were there for nine days.”...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.21.2022
10/21/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Generation West Virginia presents Career Connector to help you find your dream job. Listen to some spooky Appalachian ghost stories. And The Southern Kitchen prepares for its grand opening in Elkins...read more
This West Virginia Via Ferrata Is Longer (And Higher) Than Climbers Realize
10/20/2022
West Virginia has some of the most stunning landscapes of the Appalachians and has drawn tourists since the early days of the United States ...read more
New Charleston Travel Guide now available
10/20/2022
The new Charleston visitors guide is here! ...read more
Order your 2023 WV Wildlife Calendar
10/20/2022
The West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is the only calendar hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts need -- featuring gorgeous paintings of native wildlife, important hunting and fishing dates, peak wildlife activity times and engaging articles. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.20.2022
10/20/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Take in spectacular views of Almost Heaven from NROCKS via ferrata. Pick up a copy of the new Charleston visitors guide. And the 2023 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar makes a great gift for the outdoor lover in your life....read more
Blackwater Falls hosts ‘boo-ti-ful’ fun for Halloween
10/19/2022
As Halloween approaches, it’s a boo-ti-ful time to visit Blackwater Falls State Park....read more
Marshall’s Women in Aviation group to hold fly-in event Nov. 5
10/19/2022
Marshall University’s Women in Aviation chapter, based in the Division of Aviation, will host a fly-in and pancake breakfast Saturday, Nov. 5, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Bill Noe Flight School at West Virginia International Yeager Airport....read more
What Makes You Wonderful: Hinton Railroad Days
10/19/2022
Tune in to the daily304’s latest installment of “What Makes You Wonderful.” This week we talk about Hinton Railroad Days...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.19.2022
10/19/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia state parks hosts Halloween activities. Marshall’s Women in Aviation host a fly-in pancake breakfast. And the latest episode of “What Makes You Wonderful” explores Hinton Railroad Days. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.18.2022
10/18/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Check out the daily304’s newest podcast, “What Makes You Wonderful.” Cybersecurity Awareness Month serves as a reminder to be mindful of digital security. And learn how you can help effect positive change in Almost Heaven....read more
What Makes YOU Wonderful?
10/18/2022
Check out the newest podcast from the daily304!...read more
Federal, State Officials Recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month
10/18/2022
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which serves as a reminder to be mindful of digital security and how to prevent cyber attacks....read more
Join the fight to change the narrative about West Virginia
10/18/2022
At Flag Spruce Initiative, we join the fight to change this narrative. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 10.15.2022
10/15/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Fall is the perfect time to take a zipline tour of the Bluestone River Gorge. The Department of Tourism teams up with Hatfield McCoy Trails to give away two UTVs. And a whitewater rafting pioneer predicts tourism is on the......read more
Zip lining at Pipestem State Park is an immersive, fall-colored experience
10/15/2022
Zip line tours at Pipestem State Park are open now through the end of October. The forests at Pipestem are filled with deciduous trees -- predominantly oaks and maples -- that explode with rich colors of red, orange and yellow each fall, making this......read more
Hatfield-McCoy Trail Riders Can Win UTVs In State Giveaway
10/15/2022
Trail riders who purchase permits for West Virginia’s Hatfield-McCoy trails can win one of two high-performance UTV’s, or side-by-side ultimate terrain vehicles. The West Virginia Department of Tourism is offering the giveaway to encourage riders to......read more
Rafting pioneer anticipates region's future
10/15/2022
THURMOND — Pennsylvania transplant Tom Dragan was one of the pioneers who introduced a groundbreaking new normal for southern West Virginia in the late 1960s. And he’s stuck around and is witnessing yet another new normal in the region — and beyond......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.14.2022
10/14/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVDNR fall trout stockings begin next week. Belle Chemical collaborates with middle schoolers for Manufacturing Week. And WVU prepares the former Viatris facility for new tenants. Read more…...read more
Where is trout being stocked in WV this fall?
10/14/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) – October trout stocking is set to begin next week in West Virginia. While most West Virginia trout spots are stocked from January to May, there are a select few places that are hot spots for trout in the fall. These locations......read more
Local students learn about manufacturing from Belle Chemical Company
10/14/2022
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Students at Dupont Middle School had the opportunity to learn all about manufacturing on Monday. Belle Chemical Company stopped by the school to talk with sixth grade students for manufacturing month. Students worked at......read more
WVU prepares former Viatris facility for various companies
10/14/2022
West Virginia University continues to prepare its move into the former Viatris Inc. facility in Morgantown. The WVU Innovation Corporation will provide 1.2 million square feet of space for various organizations. The pharmaceutical manufacturing......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.13.2022
10/13/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Explore the new Cranberry Corridor motorcycle route. Heart of Gathering talks Kathy Mattea and Mountain Stage. And discover the people who work hard to keep West Virginia wild and wonderful. Read more…...read more
Cranberry Corridor unveiled as third route of the West Virginia Mountain Rides program
10/13/2022
SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. — The newest scenic route of the Mountain Rides program is now open. Gov. Jim Justice, West Virginia Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby and other state officials unveiled the Cranberry Corridor as the third route of the......read more
Heart of Gathering Mountain Stage takes the front porch to the airwaves
10/13/2022
Heart of Gathering shines a light on event creators who bring together communities and share their passions with the world. In this episode, we travel to Charleston, West Virginia -- a town where time slows down, people have a sense of place, and music......read more
What makes YOU wonderful?
10/13/2022
What makes YOU wonderful? Join the daily304 podcast to learn about the people whose hard work and dedication contribute to making West Virginia wild and wonderful......read more
WVU Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative celebrates new trail openings
10/12/2022
The West Virginia University Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative is a few steps closer to delivering trail access within a mile of every home in Morgantown. This week marks the official opening of the initial three miles for......read more
Yo-Yo Ma enjoys WV scenery, culture before concert in Wheeling
10/12/2022
The world-renowned American cellist Yo-Yo Ma visited several regions of the Mountain State before his scheduled performance with the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra late last month. The musician visited Lost Creek Farm in Harrison County, where he played......read more
Revamped Film Tax Credit Expected To Create Mountain State Movie Mecca
10/12/2022
After repealing state filming policies in 2018 that failed to provide a positive return on investment, the Office of Economic Development has re-established the WV Film Office with a revamped State Film Tax Credit now in play. Randy Yohe talked with......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.12.2022
10/12/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVU’s outdoor collaborative opens more trails in Morgantown. Cellist Yo Yo Ma surprises New River Gorge visitors with an impromptu performance. And the re-opening of the WV Film Office is expected to create a Mountain State Mecca......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.11.2022
10/11/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – It started with an illegal jump, but now is the only day BASE jumping is legal; learn more about the history behind Bridge Day. Plan a visit to a pet-friendly West Virginia state park. And check out some spooky films with West......read more
This is the one day you can (legally) BASE jump in a national park
10/11/2022
When West Virginia’s New River Gorge Bridge was completed in 1977, it was a remarkable feat: 22,000 ton stretch of steel spanning the gaping 3,030-foot wide gorge, 876 feet about the churning, ice cold New River. It cost $37 million, created four lanes......read more
Plan a visit at a WV state park when you need a getaway with your animal companion
10/11/2022
With hundreds of miles of trails and dozens of mountain streams to splash in, West Virginia’s state parks and forests are a great place to visit when you’re traveling with your pet. Many of our parks and forests offer pet-friendly cabins, cottages and......read more
12 spooky movies filmed or set in West Virginia
10/11/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. – With October coming around the corner, many horror fans are starting their lists of movies to watch before Halloween. From sci-fi, psychological thriller, horror, and everything in between, a number of chilling films have been......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.10.2022
10/10/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Explore WV’s hiking trails with a free one-year-subscription to All Trails. WV is on its way to becoming a hub for clean hydrogen. And Travel + Leisure spotlights some of the best destinations for fall color in Almost Heaven......read more
Explore WV’s trails with a free one-year subscription to AllTrails
10/10/2022
As the third most forested state, West Virginia is the perfect place to see fall color. To help you explore the more than 1,500 miles of trails within the state, we have teamed up with AllTrails, the #1 hiking app. Click the button below to claim a......read more
West Virginia, energy industry firms collaborate to develop regional clean hydrogen hub
10/10/2022
The state of West Virginia has brought together a number of energy companies and energy technology firms to develop a regional hub for developing clean hydrogen. The West Virginia government, EQT Corp., the nation’s largest natural gas producer......read more
West Virginia Has Amazing Fall Foliage — Here Are the Best Places to See It
10/10/2022
When it comes to fall foliage, few places can rival West Virginia. Thanks to the state's plentiful outdoor spaces, mountainous regions, and perfect fall weather conditions, West Virginia is a place where the fall colors just feel a bit more vibrant......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.9.2022
10/09/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia hosts premier off-road racing series. Find spooky fall fun in north-central West Virginia. And WVU engineers look to recycled electronics to address the supply chain shortage. Read more......read more
Inside the thrill of off-road motorcycling
10/09/2022
GLEN JEAN — The loud hum of motors can be heard above the murmuring crowd of hundreds waiting anxiously for the green flag. Suddenly, engines rev and mud begins to fly through the air as it spins off of tires. Fans raise their voices in a united cheer......read more
Fall fun awaits in north-central West Virginia
10/09/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Folks looking for some fall fun have plenty of options in North Central West Virginia and beyond. In Clarksburg, several events will be held during October to celebrate fall and Halloween. The first will be Clarksburg’s......read more
WVU engineers bring new life to electronics recycling, address supply chain shortfalls affecting national defense
10/09/2022
West Virginia University researchers are resurrecting discarded electronics, recycling electronic waste and recovering minerals from it to make new products critical for national defense. Terence Musho, associate professor of mechanical and aerospace......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.8.2022
10/08/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Wing 2 Wing co-founder Alys Smith is the featured speaker at a Women Entrepreneurs Week luncheon. West Virginia Land Trust reaches its 20,000 acre milestone. And The History Project spotlights Marshall University. Read more…...read more
Register now for ‘Women Entrepreneurship Week Luncheon with Alys Smith’
10/08/2022
The Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce presents a Women Entrepreneurship Luncheon featuring Alys Smith, Marshall University First Lady and co-founder of Wing 2 Wing Foundation. The event takes place 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at Marshall......read more
West Virginia Land Trust hits 20,000 acre milestone
10/08/2022
Pioneering naturalist John Muir once wrote that “Wildness is a necessity ... mountain parks and reservations are useful not only as fountains of timber and irrigating rivers, but as fountains of life.” That was in 1901. Jump to 2022, and this sagely......read more
Marshall University -- The state’s oldest major university is creating an unrivaled legacy
10/08/2022
As an institution of higher learning, Marshall has been an academy, college and university. Founded in a town that would be swept up into the plans of a railroad tycoon, and in a state that would divide during the Civil War, Marshall managed to......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.7.2022
10/07/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Small businesses can apply for STEP funds to boost their international sales. WV colleges band together to grow potatoes for Mister Bee. And Fayette County prepares for Bridge Day. Read more…...read more
WV STEP funds available
10/07/2022
We’re pleased to announce that the West Virginia State Trade Expansion Program grant, also known as WV STEP, has been renewed for another cycle and that businesses like yours will continue to get help developing export projects! We have $300,000 in......read more
WVU Potomac State College, WVU at Parkersburg convene Spud Summit for Mister Bee Potato Chips
10/07/2022
KEYSER, W.Va. – West Virginia University Potomac State College Interim President Chris Gilmer is set to finish what he started when he was at the helm of West Virginia University at Parkersburg. He forged a relationship with WVUP Alumna Mary Anne......read more
Fayette County jumping for joy over upcoming Bridge Day celebration
10/07/2022
On the third Saturday of October (Oct. 15), the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce along with a bevy of local organizations will welcome tens of thousands to the region to celebrate its annual Bridge Day at the New River Gorge Bridge. The largest......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.6.2022
10/06/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – More programs are springing up to lure remote workers to West Virginia. Buzz Foods launches a butcher apprenticeship program. And WV Hive joins forces with the ACT Coalition to promote entrepreneurship. Read more…...read more
Remote approach luring people to WV
10/06/2022
Ascend West Virginia, a $25 million program founded and funded by Intuit executive chairman Brad Smith and wife Alys, has attracted 53 remote workers to Morgantown, with more set to be added there, in Lewisburg and in Shepherdstown. Dr. Danny Twilley......read more
Charleston Company Launches Butcher Apprenticeship In Move To Keep Meat Local
10/06/2022
Beau Bellamy gets to Buzz Food Service at 7 a.m., a full hour before the day’s meat cutting begins. Buzz sells fresh meat and seafood to restaurants, resorts and other commercial customers in seven Appalachian states — all from a headquarters just......read more
Laying the foundation to support entrepreneurs
10/06/2022
Southern West Virginia is so fortunate to have the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA), a forward-thinking organization that supports a regional economic development strategy. In 2016, with support from the Appalachian Regional......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.5.2022
10/05/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia prepares to welcome back the bobwhite quail. Meet the first class of West Virginia Chef Ambassadors. And first-graders in Cabell County get a preview of some vocational career paths. Read more…...read more
Bobwhite Quail Getting New Welcome in West Virginia
10/05/2022
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice said he fondly remembers hearing the distinctive call of the northern bobwhite quail when he was a boy. Like many others, he hunted the birds well into the 1970s before they largely disappeared from the state. Now, the......read more
Department of Tourism announces inaugural class of West Virginia Chef Ambassadors
10/05/2022
The West Virginia Department of Tourism tapped the expertise of nine local chefs across the state to serve as the first-ever class of West Virginia chef ambassadors. The chefs were honored at the annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism that took place......read more
First-graders explore Career Technology Center programs
10/05/2022
Explore Academy’s first-grade students traveled to the Cabell County Career Technology Center recently to get an up close look at a fraction of the programs they could study when they are older. The first-graders took turns watching welding, and......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.4.2022
10/04/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Turn your innovative ideas into reality at the Robert C. Byrd Institute. Reserve your spot for a special meal at Cass Scenic Railroad. And Learn how West Virginia supports a thriving hardwood industry. Read more…...read more
Cass Scenic Railroad hosts a farm-to-table dinner on Nov. 12
10/04/2022
A delicious Farm-to-Table dinner is planned November 12, 2022 and prepared by the Last Run Restaurant at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park.. Featuring locally sourced produce and products, the dinner features home-cooking and dessert that only a harvest......read more
Strong as Steel: Manufacturing Lumber in the Mountain State with Joe McNeel
10/04/2022
For approximately four decades, the West Virginia Hardwoods Center at West Virginia University has focused on one of the state’s abundant natural resources. Dr. Joe McNeel, director of the Appalachian Hardwood Center and professor of Wood Science and......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.3.2022
10/03/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Plan a fall getaway to Lost River State Park. Take a guided fishing tour on the New River. And learn why automotive manufacturers continue to say #YesWV. Read more......read more
A WV adventure on horseback
10/03/2022
​Venture through Lost River State Park with the Vrbo duo on a horseback adventure to Cranny Crow Overlook, where stunning views over the Potomac Highlands will leaven them......read more
West Virginia crew enjoys a back country fishing experience
10/03/2022
Typically you would find Summers County resident Sammy Pugh rolling along the New River in West Virginia directing clients what direction to throw a bait. Sammy is the owner and guide of New River Trophy Outfitters. However, during August, he and his......read more
Automotive manufacturers say #YesWV
10/03/2022
Automotive component manufacturers from around the world have found the road to success leads to West Virginia. Businesses that supply and support the automotive industry find a ready workforce with the skills needed by today’s market. Additionally......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.2.2022
10/02/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Bop & Nana’s Bakery and Catering draws its inspiration from its chef’s Italian heritage. Learn about the lost towns of the New River Gorge and the founding of West Virginia’s flagship university on The History Project. Read more…...read more
Don’t Call It a Comeback: WV Chef Nourishes Community with Homemade Food
10/02/2022
Italian food plays a large role in West Virginia’s culinary makeup – with red sauce, meatballs and pasta making frequent appearances on menus across the state. But, Chef Tim Urbanic takes those flavors to a different level. Urbanic, who operates Bop......read more
New River Gorge Ghost Towns - Remains of the coal industry make a new home in a national park
10/02/2022
In 2021, the New River Gorge was transformed into a national park, placing West Virginia’s glorious gem into the necklace of America’s most celebrated scenic areas. The river and valley’s majestic beauty have long been famous, but park visitors are......read more
West Virginia University – The Mountain State’s Flagship College Fulfills its Early Dreams
10/02/2022
Because of its separation from Virginia, West Virginia is perhaps the only state to lose its state university in an instant. With no time to lose, the newly minted state made use of already existing laws to create the nation’s newest state university......read more
daily304 - Episode 10.1.2022
10/01/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Walker Creek Farms and Cabins bring back childhood memories. Learn why the automotive industry says #YesWV. And find your dream job in Almost Heaven. Read more…...read more
Escape to Walker Creek Farms and Cabins in Clay County
10/01/2022
With the price of gas pushing $5 a gallon, who isn’t looking for a summer escape that is easy to travel to but feels miles and miles away? Walker Creek Farms and Cabins, a country retreat located an easy 45 minutes north of Charleston and less than two......read more
West Virginia’s Automotive Manufacturing Industry
10/01/2022
West Virginia’s automotive manufacturing companies comprise an extensive industry in the state, playing a large role in West Virginia’s economic success. With an impact of $711 million and 6,004 jobs just in 2021—numbers directly related to the......read more
West Virginia Resource Center
10/01/2022
Interested in living and working in the next best thing to Heaven? Then say “yes” to a career in West Virginia! Learn more about the benefits of living and working in the Mountain State. You can also check out the awesome job opportunities available in......read more

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daily304 - Episode 9.30.2022
09/30/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia supports the forest products industry. Learn about the state’s elk management program with a guided tour. And meet West Virginia artist Chase Bowman. Read more…...read more
WV supports the forest products industry
09/30/2022
The wood industry of West Virginia generates $3.2 billion annually for the state’s economy and provides more than 30,000 jobs within the state with 12 million acres of forestland and 75 billion board feet of timber inventory. West Virginia is the......read more
Book an elk tour at Chief Logan
09/30/2022
After more than a 100-year absence from the Mountain State, elk are making a comeback in West Virginia and this fall you have a chance to see these incredible animals in a natural habitat. Our guided elk tours are the best way to learn about the......read more
West Virginia artist is teaching and learning
09/30/2022
Chase Bowman found a love for art at the young age of just five years old when he entered a coloring contest and won it. Bowman is a Mercer County native who is originally from Matoaka and a graduate from the 1998 class at Princeton Senior High School......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.29.2022
09/29/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Need assistance with your film project? The West Virginia Film Office is ready to assist. WV Living presents the 2022 West Virginia Wonder Women. And take a video tour of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Read more…...read more
The WV Film Office is ready to assist with your project
09/29/2022
Whether you’re looking for the perfect location for your next film project, or you’re a crew member ready to undertake your next project, we’re here for you. Let us help you secure your perfect location, find skilled workforce, and navigate film......read more
WV Living presents 2022 West Virginia Wonder Women
09/29/2022
Meet our 2022 West Virginia Wonder Women—the mavens, moguls, and mentors who are making the Mountain State a better place. Head back to school at The Schoolhouse Hotel in White Sulphur Springs, and then travel with us from Romney to Bridgeport to......read more
Hiking to Harpers Ferry
09/29/2022
Join Lindsay and Julia of Vrbo vacation rental as they hike through Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to uncover a quaint town surrounded by outdoor activities. Watch the video......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.28.2022
09/28/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Discover Almost Heaven at Twin Falls Resort. Love of the outdoor community inspired Water Stone Outdoors’ new owners. And grab your tickets to the Berkeley Springs Film Festival before they’re gone. Read more…...read more
Find your mountain escape at Twin Falls Resort
09/28/2022
Finding your way to Twin Falls Resort State Park, located in the quiet mountains of Wyoming County between Mullens and Pineville, takes you off the beaten path, to a place where time seems to stand still. With its mountain views, trickling streams......read more
Water Stone Outdoors is one-stop shop for adventurers
09/28/2022
Holly Fussell’s face lights up when she talks about outdoor adventures available in and around Fayetteville and the New River Gorge. That hasn’t always been the case, though. “It wasn’t an immediate love affair,” Fussell admits with a laugh......read more
Get your tickets now for the Berkeley Springs Film Festival
09/28/2022
The Berkeley Springs Film Festival (BSFF) is held the first weekend in October every year in Berkeley Springs West Virginia. Come and relax in the beautiful spa town, enjoy the blue ridge mountains, and all the area has to offer, while enjoying great......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.27.2022
09/27/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WV BusinessLink is your connection to valuable resources. Technology firms are hiring in Almost Heaven. And A3L Federal Works in Fairmont is a small company with big ambitions. Read more…...read more
Entrepreneurs, find valuable resources at WV BusinessLink
09/27/2022
West Virginia BusinessLink is a supportive platform that connects entrepreneurs to a network of local, regional, and statewide resource partners to foster innovation, growth, and prosperity. The founding partners of SourceLink include the West Virginia......read more
Get hired into West Virginia's tech ecosystem
09/27/2022
Have you always wanted to work in technology, but wasn’t sure how? Consider starting or growing your career in technology and innovation in the West Virginia tech ecosystem. West Virginia has a hub of technology companies, tech-focused accelerators......read more
Retaining local talent and providing high quality service: Meet Woman-Owned Business A3L Federal Works, LLC
09/27/2022
A small business with big ambitions, A3L Federal Works LLC embraces the “family like” first-class workforce #YesWV provides, and continues to seek out and thrive off of opportunities given by the WV Department of Economic Development (WV DED) and other......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.26.2022
09/26/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Green power is on the rise in Almost Heaven as one company plans a renewable energy powered industrial site and another ships its products nationwide. And a Marshall University program receives federal funding to meet the demand......read more
BHE Plans West Virginia renewable
09/26/2022
BHE Renewables, a Berkshire Hathaway Energy business, has signed an agreement with West Virginia to purchase more than 2,000 acres of land in Ravenswood to be developed as a first-of-its-kind renewable energy microgrid-powered industrial site......read more
Marshall Division of Aviation to receive $1M
09/26/2022
Marshall University is set to receive $1 million in federal funding aimed at increasing the university’s ability to provide an increased workforce in aviation for the area. A 5-year-award to the Marshall University Division of Aviation will help......read more
W.Va. company brings green power industry to the nation
09/26/2022
DC America is a start-up electric charging station manufacturer out of Milton, West Virginia. The company’s president, Nathan Bowen, said a local electric firm and general construction firm partnered to build American made charging stations for the......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.25.2022
09/25/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – NGK Spark plug plans to expand if West Virginia operations. Discover beautiful autumn colors at Blackwater Falls State Park. And Shine On, WV spotlights podcaster Justin McElroy. Read more…...read more
NGK plans to modify Kanawha County plant to produce after-market spark plugs
09/25/2022
A Japanese auto parts manufacturer is making plans to expand its West Virginia operations. Pocatalico-based NGK Spark Plugs received approval Thursday from the West Virginia Economic Development Authority to help finance the expansion with up to $20......read more
These state parks have the most beautiful fall foliage
09/25/2022
One of the most impressive things about fall is the breathtaking scenery caused by the changing colors of the leaves, and exploring the spectacular landscapes is a must-do for the season. Whether travelers are sparing time for a weekend or a day trip......read more
Shine On, WV presents Justin McElroy
09/25/2022
Hailing from Huntington, Justin McElroy is the co-host of podcasts like My Brother, My Brother and Me (the basis for a recent TV adaptation by NBCUniversal), Sawbones, and The Adventure Zone (both of which have been adapted into New York Times......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.24.2022
09/24/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn about the philanthropic work of The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation. Meet artist Frederick Hightower, creator of the Katherine Johnston sculpture at WVSU. And check out the updates at Hawks Nest State Park. Read more…...read more
Dr. Michelle Foster discusses work with The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation
09/24/2022
Dr. Michelle Foster is the President and CEO of The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation (TGKVF), a nonprofit community organization that seeks to help individuals, families, businesses and other nonprofits improve the lives within their communities......read more
Frederick Hightower has spent a lifetime sculpting his passions into works of art
09/24/2022
Frederick Hightower didn’t know who Katherine Johnson was in 2016. “Hidden Figures,” starring Taraji P. Henderson as Johnson – a NASA mathematician whose contributions to early space exploration had largely been forgotten – was currently in theaters......read more
Hawks Nest Lodge Tour
09/24/2022
Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country on the rim of the New River, Hawks Nest is you launching point for adventures in the New River Gorge. While the New River recently got upgraded to national park status, Hawks Nest has received updates......read more
What is the daily304?
09/23/2022
The daily304 features three stories every day about Wonderful West Virginia. Topics include livability, economic development opportunities, ways to experience our beautiful state and so much more. You can also stay up to date with our specialized......read more
West Virginia tourism leaders see growth across state, discuss ways to continue
09/23/2022
More visitors are coming to the Mountain State, tourism leaders say. Growth and new efforts to support tourism in West Virginia were discussed in the Governor’s Conference on Tourism’s opening remarks Tuesday. Tourism officials from around West......read more
Chem-Pak, Inc. – Family, Business, & Growth
09/23/2022
Set in Berkeley County, Chem-Pak, Inc. is chemical manufacturing company specializing in doing aerosol and liquid packaging of a wide variety of sizes. George Pete Duane Jr. founded the company in Virginia in 1966. The family-owned company attributes......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.23.2022
09/23/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn more about the daily304 and where to read, listen, or watch. State officials tout rising numbers in tourism. And the owners of a Berkeley County manufacturing company talk family, business and growth. Read more…...read more
2022 Leaf Peepers Festival set for Sept. 23-25
09/22/2022
After a two-year break from the annual Leaf Peeper’s Festival and Run for It Half-marathon, we see their return for 2022. Leaf Peeper’s begins Friday, September 23 in Davis, West Virginia with live music and Firemen’s Parade. The event runs through......read more
The most advanced wind energy project in the region… completed in #YesWV
09/22/2022
Clearway Energy Group is one of the largest renewable energy owners in the US, with over 5,600 net MW of installed wind, solar and energy storage projects. It was recently announced that Clearway had reached commercial operations on their Black Rock......read more
Untapping Tech Talent and the Competitive Advantage of Appalachia with Sarah Biller
09/22/2022
Sarah Biller is a key player in fintech in West Virginia and executive director of Vantage Ventures, and organization that’s committed to finding and cultivating the untapped tech talent in West Virginia to foster innovation and grow small businesses......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.22.2022
09/22/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The annual Leaf Peepers Festival returns to Tucker County. A major wind energy project brings a big boost to Grant and Mineral counties. And fintech entrepreneur Sarah Biller shares the advantages of living and working in Almost......read more
Pretty and Poised comes to downtown Huntington
09/21/2022
Pretty and Poised, a new women’s boutique, is now open in downtown Huntington at the corner of 3rd Avenue and 10th Street across from Pullman Square. Specializing in women’s clothing and accessories, the downtown Huntington location is the second for......read more
A letter to a billionaire sparked a W.Va. economic windfall
09/21/2022
Driving back home from a West Virginia University research and technology department session, Sen. Glenn Jeffries, D-Putnam, was inspired to write a longshot “come to West Virginia'' letter to nine global billionaire investors, including Berkshire......read more
Mountaineer Media presents Episode 92 - Ian Thornton
09/21/2022
Ian Thornton was born and raised in Huntington, WV, and is the founder of the Huntington Music & Arts Festival as well as WhizzbangBAM which represents multiple acts including; Tyler Childers, Ona, William Matheny, and Arlo McKinley & the Lonesome... ...read more
daily304 - Episode 9.21.2022
09/21/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – An Ashland boutique opens a second location in Huntington. A state senator’s letter to a billionaire sparks an economic windfall. And Mountaineer Media chats with concert organizer Ian Thornton. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 9.20.2022
09/20/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The West Virginia Department of Economic Development partners with Jobcase to provide free online job postings. Subscribe to “Innovators and Entrepreneurs” YouTube show. And Huntington’s mayor says the former ACF site is open for......read more
Create a free job post courtesy of the WV Dept. of Economic Development and Jobcase
09/20/2022
Whether you need one employee around the corner or want to hire hundreds across the country, the West Virginia Department of Economic Development and Jobcase can help you find the right people fast. Create your FREE job posting online. Have your job......read more
Best advice from 9 top WV innovators and entrepreneurs
09/20/2022
Don’t miss our guests’ wisdom, advice, and hard-earned lessons in Season 1 of Innovators and Entrepreneurs! We’re back in two weeks with the second half of the season, where you’ll hear from more innovators from all across West Virginia. Innovators and......read more
Huntington Mayor says former ACF site is ‘open for business’
09/20/2022
The Huntington Municipal Development Authority (HMDA) is now actively recruiting tenants and marketing the former ACF Industries site built nearly 150 years ago. The former rail car manufacturing facility, which is 42 acres, includes the property......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.19.2022
09/19/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WV’s ACT Now Coalition looks forward to making improvements with federal grant money. The Small Communities, BIG Solutions Conference is set for next month at UC. And check out some suggestions for your perfect date night......read more
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces $62.8M award to West Virginia coalition
09/19/2022
President Joe Biden, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, and Senator Joe Manchin announced on Friday, September 2 that the U.S. Economic Development Administration has chosen the Appalachian Climate Technologies Coalition (“ACT Now Coalition”)......read more
The Small Communities, BIG Solutions conference is back in-person this year
09/19/2022
The Alliance for the Economic Development of Southern West Virginia, Coalfield Development and the West Virginia Community Development Hub are excited to celebrate the fifth-year anniversary of the Small Communities, BIG Solutions Conference at the......read more
10 date night ideas in the Charleston-Huntington area
09/19/2022
If you are looking for unique and exciting date night ideas, the cities of Charleston and Huntington have plenty to offer. Ranging from an arcade, to a theme park, to a rose garden and more, here are 10 date night ideas in the Charleston-Huntington......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.18.2022
09/18/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Shine On WV, spotlights BaseCamp Printing Co. The WV Film Office is ready to assist with your next project. And additional funding will help pave an additional 833 miles of road in West Virginia....read more
Shine On, WV presents BaseCamp Printing Co
09/18/2022
Emily and Betsy Sokolosky thought in order to live their artistic dreams they would have to leave their home of West Virginia. ...read more
WV Film Office wants to help with your next project
09/18/2022
Whether you’re looking for the perfect location for your next film project, or you’re a crew member ready to undertake your next project, we’re here for you....read more
Extra 830 miles of West Virginia road to be paved in 2023
09/18/2022
$150 million in supplemental funding will help the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) to pave an additional 833 miles of road, according to a release from Gov. Justice....read more
daily304 - Episode 9.17.2022
09/17/2022
Bring your innovative entrepreneurial ideas to Morgantown next month for a meeting of the WV Inventors Society. Reserve your tickets now for the Autumn Colors Express New River Gorge train ride. And WVU hosts the 2022-23 Business Plan Competitions. ...read more
W.Va. inventors to meet Oct. 11 in Morgantown
09/17/2022
Inventors from across the Mountain State will gather Oct. 11 on the Morgantown campus of West Virginia University (WVU) for the next meeting of the minds....read more
Welcome Aboard the Autumn Colors Express!
09/17/2022
This is the Autumn Colors Express, the six decade-old train ride linking Huntington and Charleston with the town of Hinton during the Hinton Railroad Days Festival. ...read more
Enter the 2022-23 Business Plan Competitions
09/17/2022
This year we are proud to offer 3 statewide business plan competitions....read more
daily304 - Episode 9.16.2022
09/16/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Celebrate fall with some fun and spooky festivals. The WV Music Hall of Fame announces its class of 2023. And Yeager Airport gets its first female director. ...read more
Five exciting fall festivals and activities in WV (FlipSide)
09/16/2022
The West Virginia Pumpkin Festival takes place at Pumpkin Park in Milton from Oct. 6 to 9 this year....read more
2023 West Virginia Music Hall of Fame inductees announced
09/16/2022
The West Virginia Music Hall of Fame on Wednesday announced its 2023 inductees....read more
West Virginia International Yeager Airport selects new airport director and CEO
09/16/2022
The Central West Virginia Regional Airport Authority (CWVRAA) today announced that Dominique Ranieri, currently West Virginia International Yeager Airport’s (CRW) Assistant Airport Director and Chief Operating Officer, has been selected as the Airport’s.....read more
Almost heaven: Drive along West Virginia's country roads this fall
09/15/2022
Begin your West Virginia road trip in the historic town of Harpers Ferry, located just an hour's drive from Washington D.C. ...read more
Create a free job post – provided by the WV Department of Economic Development & Jobcase
09/15/2022
Whether you need one employee around the corner, or want to hire hundreds across the country, we can help you find the right people fast. ...read more
West Virginia prepares for Save a Life Day
09/15/2022
All 55 West Virginia’s counties are participating in the annual Save a Life Day on Thursday, an effort focused on providing the overdose reversal drug naloxone to the most at-risk members of the state’s population....read more
daily304 - Episode 9.15.2022
09/15/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – 10Best suggests an Almost Heaven road trip starting in the Eastern Panhandle. West Virginia employers, find out how you can post you job openings for free online. And State groups partner to distribute Naloxone to help with drug ove...read more
Nucor continues prep work for massive project in Mason County
09/14/2022
Plans to start construction of the massive Nucor Steel production facility in Mason County are progressing....read more
2 Steps to StartUp offers Sept. 20 webinar
09/14/2022
“Plan It, Price It, Protect It, and Pitch It” ...read more
daily304 - Episode 9.14.2022
09/14/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Nucor Steel continues prep work for its Mason County facility. 3 Steps to StartUp sponsors a webinar for budding entrepreneurs. And another company says #YesWV -- and bringing more green energy to the state....read more
BHE Renewables to purchase land in Ravenswood
09/14/2022
Gov. Jim Justice has announced that BHE Renewables, a Berkshire Hathaway Energy business, has entered into an agreement with the State of West Virginia to purchase more than 2,000 acres of land in Ravenswood, West Virginia, to be developed as a ......read more
Big update coming on Turnpike with rebuild of travel plazas
09/13/2022
The state Parkways Authority is on the verge of authorizing a more than $100 million redevelopment of the three travel plazas on the West Virginia Turnpike....read more
Create a free job post online
09/13/2022
West Virginia employers, take your jobs online with the West Virginia Department of Economic Development and Jobcase. ...read more
Economic Development Office: West Virginia's business climate makes it attractive
09/13/2022
Economic development in West Virginia is at an all-time high when it comes to business activity....read more
daily304 - Episode 9.13.2022
09/13/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Travel plazas on the WV turnpike will soon get a major makeover. Employers, find out how you can post your job openings for free. And state officials list West Virginia’s economic accomplishments....read more
State chamber summit: Economic Development Department leaders describe work, success of their new department
09/12/2022
The day after Gov. Jim Justice announced a $141.8 million August budget surplus and recapped a year of economic accomplishments......read more
Generation West Virginia and partners to receive $15M for workforce development initiative
09/12/2022
Generation West Virginia and its partners in the ACT Now Coalition will receive more than $62 million in U.S. Economic Development Administration funding......read more
Accountability in small businesses
09/12/2022
Becoming a small business owner is a straightforward endeavor....read more
daily304 - Episode 9.12.2022
09/12/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – State leaders talk economic development accomplishments. Build Back Better funding is slated to boost southern coalfield counties. And the WV SBDC offers advice on accountability. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 9.11.2022
09/11/2022
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Cacapon Resort hosts Farm-to-Table dinner Sept. 17
09/11/2022
Cacapon Resort’s Farm-to-Table dinner is scheduled for Sept. 17, 2022 and will feature local produce and food products....read more
Robinson Grand to host the West Virginia Miss Amazing Pageant
09/11/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - The Robinson Grand will host the West Virginia Miss Amazing Pageant on Saturday, Oct. 29....read more
Returning from two-year hiatus, pitch competition names six finalists
09/11/2022
Organizers of the Pitch Southern West Virginia Business Idea Competition, to be Sept. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. on the campus of West Virginia University Institute of Technology, announced the six best pitch ideas chosen to present and invited attendees to vote...read more
daily304 - Episode 9.10.2022
09/10/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Short Story Brewing details plans for Charleston taproom. Outdoor community development leader joins WVU collaborative. And discover West Virginia’s talented pool of artists. ...read more
Short Story Brewing announces plans to open a Charleston taproom
09/10/2022
“I think we can be in there by the end of October,” said Aaron Rote, Short Story Brewing co-owner and overseer of the Charleston taproom start-up. ...read more
Renowned outdoor community development leader joins WVU collaborative
09/10/2022
West Virginia University’s outdoor recreation experts are hard at work developing world-class outdoor infrastructure, expanding outdoor opportunities and using the Mountain State’s outdoor assets to advance the economy....read more
Art Beyond the Coasts: Five West Virginia Artists to Know
09/10/2022
If you ask Liz Simmons the Linda Nochlin-esque question “Why are there no great West Virginia artists?,” she’s prepared with a reply. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 9.09.2022
09/09/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Hawks Nest State Park hosts a Farm to Table dinner tomorrow. The Hive, other regional groups are among partners working together to enact Build Back Better dreams. Discover “glamping” and other unique stays in Almost Heaven. Read......read more
Hawks Nest State Park hosts Farm to Table dinner Sept. 10
09/09/2022
Hawks Nest State Park’s Farm-to-Table dinner featuring local produce and food products is scheduled for Sept. 10, 2022. This year’s dinner will be at the park’s Event Center, formerly known as the Hawk Nest Museum. This event venue is fully accessible......read more
West Virginia Hive to provide partner support in the Community Development Hub $9.3M project
09/09/2022
The federal government has chosen the Appalachian Climate Technologies Coalition (“ACT Now Coalition”) of West Virginia for a package of grant awards totaling $62.8 million, leveraged with another $30 million in matching funds from philanthropic......read more
Alternative Lodgings, 'Glamping,' Enhance W.Va. Tourism Destinations
09/09/2022
Many vacationers seek out suitable lodgings near whatever indoor or outdoor experience they are venturing to see. But that trip can become richer when the shelter becomes part of the experience. Alternative lodging and glamping can turn a weekend stay......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.8.2022
09/08/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Enjoy delicious home cooking from locally sourced products at Cass Scenic Railroad’s Farm to Table dinner. Discover natural beauty, outdoor adventure and charming towns in Tucker County. And the ACT Now Coalition is awarded a......read more
Cass Scenic Railroad hosting Farm to Table dinner in November
09/08/2022
A delicious Farm-to-Table dinner is planned November 12, 2022 and prepared by the Last Run Restaurant at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. Featuring locally sourced produce and products, the dinner features home-cooking and dessert that only a harvest......read more
Blackwater Falls visitors can expect far more in Tucker County
09/08/2022
Blackwater Falls may be one of the best-known natural wonders in West Virginia, but the waterfall and surrounding park are best enjoyed in concert with the surrounding travel region, says an official at Blackwater Falls State Park. Eric Risinger......read more
Huntington receives $15.7 million toward manufacturing sites
09/08/2022
Millions of dollars in grant money, which will be used to turn former industrial properties into 21st Century manufacturing sites, are soon coming to the city of Huntington. The Appalachian Climate Technologies (ACT) Now Coalition of West Virginia has......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.7.2022
09/07/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Software Engineering firm Trilogy Innovations earns recognition as West Virginia’s fastest-growing business. Warwood Tool provides industrial grade hand-forged tools from its Ohio County location. And the sale of Dominion Energy......read more
North Central West Virginia-based Trilogy Innovations named state’s #1 business by Inc. 5000
09/07/2022
Trilogy Innovations, Inc., has made its inaugural appearance in the Inc. 5000 at #590, company officials announced today. In deciding the 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the U.S. for its annual list, Inc. Magazine also determined that Trilogy, a......read more
Industrial grade, hand forged tools made right here in #YesWV… meet Warwood Tool
09/07/2022
Nearly a decade before West Virginia’s statehood, a small business in what would become Ohio County began supplying products to Civil War soldiers. Since its inception, Warwood Tool has supplied products in every war and the town of Warwood, West......read more
Dominion Energy WV’s new owners are bringing jobs to West Virginia
09/07/2022
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) – Dominion Energy West Virginia, or Hope Gas, was recently sold to the ‘Ullico and Hearthstone’ Utilities Incorporation, and starting on Sept. 1, that sale will start to bring jobs back to West Virginia. Hearthstone owns gas......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.6.2022
09/06/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia’s newest manufacturer Pure Watercraft wants to preserve the outdoors for future generations. The WVDNR seeks help from private landowners in preserving wildlife habitat. And Doug Spaulding is the WV SBDC’s State......read more
Electric pontoon boats to be built in West Virginia
09/06/2022
West Virginia leaders announced an investment by another battery-power manufacturer today, emphasizing moves toward diversifying the state’s economy. Pure Watercraft, which produces battery-powered boats, made a splash during the West Virginia Business......read more
W.Va. seeks landowners interested in improving wildlife habitat
09/06/2022
The W.Va. Division of Natural Resources, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service, is seeking private landowners who want to improve wildlife habitat on their land. The partnership seeks to address......read more
SBDC Business Coach Doug Spaulding Receives 2022 WV SBDC State Star Award
09/06/2022
Business Coach Doug Spaulding is being honored as West Virginia’s 2022 State Star, announced Steve Johnson, state director for the West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC). Spaulding joins the ranks of honorees from each state who were......read more
Morgantown Ziebart: Twin Brothers’ Vision to Build Good Business
09/05/2022
Ziebart is an automotive service store in Morgantown started by brothers Nick and Mark Lambie. It’s a West Virginia Small Business Development Center story flourishing with drive and determination. Todd Crump, a business coach with the WV SBDC first......read more
Thoughts from Chef Paul Smith: The Rising Tide
09/05/2022
“Oh, you’re from West Virginia? I’ve driven through there before…you have a beautiful Capitol.” I can’t begin to tell you how many times I heard a variation of this statement over the years when talking to someone about where I was from. Although it......read more
West Virginia’s Automotive Manufacturing Industry
09/05/2022
West Virginia’s automotive manufacturing companies comprise an extensive industry in the state, playing a large role in West Virginia’s economic success. With an impact of $711 million and 6,004 jobs just in 2021—numbers directly related to the......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.4.2022
09/04/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – North Central West Virginia sees an uptick in new businesses. This year’s State Fair was one of the most successful years ever. And mark your calendars for Barboursville Fall Fest. Read more…...read more
Small businesses have promising landscape in NCWV
09/04/2022
Over the course of the summer, businesses were opening and moving into North Central West Virginia, suggesting a promising economic outlook. “We have had more ribbon cuttings this year, so far. I think we’re up to 35 this year to date. Last year, we......read more
State Fair by the numbers
09/04/2022
West Virginia’s largest end-of-summer event has ended as the State Fair wrapped on Saturday, August 20, with over 170,000 attendants. The State Fair CEO, Kelly Collins, states that despite the weather, they had one of the most successful fairs they’ve......read more
Barboursville prepares for Fall Festival
09/04/2022
For over 40 years, the Village of Barboursville has celebrated Fall Fest. The festival includes a parade, a temporary fairground, musical acts, a car show, and food or retail vendors set up along Central Avenue through downtown. This year, Fall Fest......read more
Making Ideas Reality with Derek Scarbro
09/04/2022
What happens when you have a million-dollar idea but nothing to help make it happen? West Virginians can turn to The Robert C. Byrd Institute at Marshall University. Derek Scarbro, Business Development Lead and Deputy Director at RCBI, highlights how......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.3.2022
09/03/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Small towns throughout West Virginia work together to revive their communities. A new video series shines the spotlight on creative Appalachians. And new restaurant in Bluefield caters to both ATV riders and locals. Read more…...read more
Small Communities, Big Impact
09/03/2022
From the tip of each of its two panhandles to the southernmost coalfield, West Virginia’s communities run the gamut of size, topography and industry. The struggles and successes of some of the state’s smaller communities are sometimes overlooked in......read more
Putnam County native makes her mission to promote art
09/03/2022
Growing up in Scott Depot, filmmaker Jillian Howell didn’t find many opportunities for aspiring artists like herself. “That sent the message to me that having a career in the arts and being a West Virginian were two mutually exclusive things,” Howell......read more
Riverfront ATV Resort adds restaurant for local appeal
09/03/2022
Riverfront ATV Resort is a relatively new vacation spot in Bluefield having only been open for a couple years that many tourists have discovered while riding the Hatfield-McCoy Trails. “My wife and I bought this place about six or seven years ago......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.2.2022
09/02/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – An all-electric boat manufacturer coming to the Northern Panhandle is expected to create 100 jobs. A new social networking platforming changes how musicians collaborate. And Wheeling’s The Market Vines prepares to host......read more
Pure Watercraft reveals plan to assemble zero-emission, all-electric watercraft in West Virginia
09/02/2022
Gov. Jim Justice announced today that Pure Watercraft, the leading direct-to-consumer provider of high-performance electric boats, has executed an agreement with the State of West Virginia to manufacture its electric pontoon boats in Beech Bottom, West......read more
Find your muse with Justin Whitman
09/02/2022
Justin Whitman is CEO of UMuseUs, a social networking platform for musicians, as well as those who are just fans of music. In this episode of Innovators & Entrepreneurs, Whitman, a musician, discovered the need for access to resources and collaboration......read more
Summer in the City: The Capital-adjacent city of St. Albans is rife with history, culture, and good food
09/01/2022
The River’s Edge Cafe—or just “The Cafe,” to locals—is a favorite among St. Albans residents. Wash down your sweet confections from Lil’ Bit of Heaven Cupcakes with a steaming cup of joe from Coal River Coffee. Enjoy a pint and some live music at The......read more
Generation WV is hiring!
09/01/2022
We are working toward a vision of West Virginia where challenges are seen as opportunities, young people are drivers in our state’s future, and the Mountain State is a destination for young talent to live, work, and thrive. The GWV team is growing! Our......read more
Charleston, W.Va. among cities recognized for business climate
09/01/2022
In Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report, metro areas and cities of all sizes are recognized for attracting and retaining businesses from numerous industry sectors. Companies seeking a new home base, as well as those considering overall......read more
daily304 - Episode 9.1.2022
09/01/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Discover the history and charm of St. Albans. Generation WV is seeking a fellowship director. And Charleston earns Best Business Climate recognition. Read more…...read more

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daily304 - Episode 8.31.2022
08/31/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVSU partners with Chemours Company to boost STEM education. West Virginia beekeepers keep a tradition alive. And the state flourishes from manufacturing companies like Toyata and Procter & Gamble. Read more…...read more
West Virginia State University and Chemours Partner to Advance Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Education
08/31/2022
West Virginia State University and The Chemours Company (Chemours), a global chemistry company, have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote the advancement of chemistry and chemical engineering education, and workforce development. This press......read more
West Virginia beekeepers say their tradition is about more than the honey
08/31/2022
It seems that beekeepers in West Virginia have as much to learn from honeybees as they do each other. Beekeepers in the state are getting much more than honey; they are gaining knowledge and insights from their close-knit community. In Summers County......read more
Collaborating for collective growth
08/31/2022
Two of the nation’s leading businesses, Toyota Motor Manufacturing and Procter & Gamble, are making a home for themselves in the Mountain State and elevating local small businesses in the process. With the innovative merging of a big business mindset......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.30.2022
08/30/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A Huntington neighborhood gets $1 million for jobs training. The 86th season of the Marshall Artists series features musicals, comedy, and more. And West Virginia nets some major economic victories. Read more…...read more
Coalfield Development to use $1.1 million for job training, small-business programs
08/30/2022
HUNTINGTON — Local leaders are funding programs to help Westmoreland residents get back into the workforce. Coalfield Development will use a $1,121,000 portion of the City of Huntington’s American Rescue Plan Act funds for job training and economic......read more
86th season of the Marshall Artists Series features Broadway tribute to Aretha Franklin and more
08/30/2022
The Marshall Artists Series is back with the return of a full season of shows and events for the 86th season. Packed with music, film, comedy, dance, and holiday-themed specials, the 86th season is sure to entertain one and all. Since 1936, the......read more
West Virginia wins
08/30/2022
While much focus is placed on the ways in which West Virginia can improve and develop, it is just as important to identify and promote the various successes the state has experienced in the past few years. The tide is moving in the right direction. The......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.29.2022
08/29/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Get the scoop on fall color: Sign up now for Tourism’s weekly fall foliage report. An indoor sports complex is coming to downtown Charleston. And Fayetteville gets federal support to boost outdoor recreation initiatives. Read more…...read more
Fall in Almost Heaven
08/29/2022
Leaves crunch under your feet and the cool whisk of autumn air rolls through the hills. From picturesque train rides through stunning foliage to pick-your-own produce farms, autumn is a perfect season to explore the Mountain State. As fall rolls into......read more
City of Charleston, Kanawha County Commission announce plans to build multimillion-dollar indoor sports complex
08/29/2022
The City of Charleston and Kanawha County Commission have announced a historic joint venture project that would convert the former Macy’s building at Charleston Town Center and the Lee Street parking garage into an indoor sports complex. Officials from......read more
Town of Fayetteville designated as partner community in 2022 in 2022 recreation economy for rural communities
08/29/2022
The Town of Fayetteville was the only West Virginia community among 25 selected nationally for a prestigious federal interagency partnership to support outdoor recreation initiatives. On August 17, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S......read more
Discover West Virginia’s diverse population of plants and animals
08/28/2022
Extensive forests. Bountiful rainfall. Rich soil. West Virginia’s diverse landscape is home to a wide array of plants, animals and fungi. ...read more
Farmers’ markets in W.Va. nearly triple over four years
08/28/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va.—Over the last four years, the number of farmers’ markets in West Virginia has nearly tripled, according to the W.Va. Department of Agriculture....read more
Enjoy the Charm and Class of Cacapon State Park
08/28/2022
The most luxury you can get while staying this close to nature makes Cacapon Resort State Park a great choice for a modern, peaceful getaway. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.28.2022
08/28/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The WVDNR has your guide to conservation projects, plants, animals and more in wild, wonderful West Virginia. Farmers’ markets in West Virginia triple over the last four years. And escape to Almost Heaven Cacapon Resort State Park....read more
Spotlight on West Virginia
08/27/2022
Growing up in Scott Depot, filmmaker Jillian Howell didn’t find many opportunities for aspiring artists like herself....read more
Wild and wonderful artist brings whimsy to the fair
08/27/2022
Art in Appalachia has a strongly rooted history that has been passed from generation to generation....read more
West Virginia Homeowners Rescue Program saves Kanawha woman’s home
08/27/2022
For many homeowners, staying on top of mortgage and utility payments is easy....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.27.2022
08/27/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Meet the filmmaker behind the Shine On, WV series. A Monroe County potter continues her State Fair tradition. And a West Virginia program helps save a Kanawha County woman’s home....read more
The role of a West Virginia forester
08/26/2022
The job of a modern forester blends planning, biology, conservation, management, diplomacy and technology, as well as other areas of essential knowledge....read more
Serving the entrepreneurial spirit in West Virginia
08/26/2022
The Country Road​s Angel Network provides opportunities for investors to create financial returns and provide a much-needed and missing piece of the entrepreneurial financing system in West Virginia....read more
A Fresh Perspective—Kanawha River
08/26/2022
Our rivers are important pathways that connect our past to our future. Float with us as we pay homage to some of our majestic waterways and the towns that embrace them. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.26.2022
08/26/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Learn more about the role of a West Virginia forester. An angel investment network helps foster the entrepreneurial spirit. And get a fresh perspective of the Kanawha River....read more
Warwood Tool – a #YesWV staple
08/25/2022
Meet a company who forges, bends, grinds, and handles US steel to make the finest industrial grade hand tools in the world … by hand....read more
West Virginia supports the forest products industry
08/25/2022
West Virginia is the second-leading hardwood state in the U.S. and each of its 55 counties has some segment of the wood industry as an employer....read more
WV SBDC Names Carol Goolsby as New Business Coach for the Eastern Region
08/25/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) has named Carol Goolsby as a new business coach for the Eastern Region. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.25.2022
08/25/2022
Warwood Tool of Wheeling is one of the many manufacturing companies to say #YesWV. West Virginia supports a thriving forest products industry. And the WV SBDC names a new business coach for the Eastern Region....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.24.2022
08/24/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Heritage Farm’s new mountain bike park caters to riders of all skill levels. Discover the autumn beauty of West Virginia state parks. And learn how the Country Roads Angel Network partners with southern West Virginia organizations t...read more
More fun at Heritage Farm
08/24/2022
Picture this. The wind is blowing through your hair, and the sun is shining on your face as you’re chauffeured up a mountain in a six-seat Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV)....read more
Experience fall in WV state parks
08/24/2022
Fall is a magical time in the Mountain State. As the leaves begin to change and the air becomes crisp, gather the whole family to make unforgettable seasonal memories at a West Virginia state park....read more
Early investments and mentoring by Country Roads Angel Network nurtures West Virginia’s entrepreneurial spirit
08/24/2022
The economic landscape in West Virginia is vastly improving for the 1.8 million residents who currently occupy these mountains....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.23.2022
08/23/2022
A Wood County couple adds a little “Axecitement” to their life. Plan your getaway to the Appalachian Mountains. And here’s everything you need to know about the West Virginia Training and Conference Center....read more
Eye on the target: New axe-throwing business thriving with help from WV SBDC
08/23/2022
When Mario and Kimberly Puccio first approached the idea of being business owners, they wanted to bring something new and different to their Wood County community that residents could enjoy year-round. ...read more
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to the Appalachian Mountains — Home to the 2,194-mile Hiking Trail and Gorgeous Small Towns
08/23/2022
Let's quickly get this out of the way. Yes, you should plan a trip to the Appalachian mountains this year....read more
Everything you need to know about the West Virginia Training & Conference Center
08/23/2022
The West Virginia Training and Conference Center (WVTCC) offers the community,...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.22.2022
08/22/2022
The daily304 spotlights Shawn Hutchinson, CEO of the eCommerce platform LocalCart. Learn why connecting in person is invaluable to international businesses. And don’t let your small business lose out on federal money! The Robert C. Byrd Institute.......read more
Disrupting the internet with Shawn Hutchinson
08/22/2022
Shawn Hutchinson is CEO of LocalCart – using his eCommerce platform to bring local food and beverage producers together. ...read more
The Importance of In-Person Meetings for International Relationships
08/22/2022
With the relaxation of travel restrictions around the world, more and more people are beginning to relearn some of the most important choreography in business: in-person interactions....read more
Pursuing Federal Contracts Just Got Easier
08/22/2022
Small businesses across the United States reaped a record $154.2 billion in federal contracts in fiscal 2021....read more
An Ode to Pepperoni Rolls – Chef Ambassador Story
08/21/2022
I’ve often said, “there are many beautiful places in the world, and West Virginia is one of them.”...read more
5 ways to find adventure in Almost Heaven
08/21/2022
When it comes to outdoor activities, everyone’s idea of heaven is different. ...read more
Shine On, WV presents Randall Sanger
08/21/2022
Randall Sanger turned his hobby of photography into his full-time career through lots of practice and curiosity....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.21.2022
08/21/2022
What’s your favorite type of pepperoni roll? A local chef pays tribute to this state food. Discover 5 ways to find adventure in Almost Heaven. And West Virginia landscape photographer Randall Sanger shares his inspiration...read more
VIDEO: Sarah’s On Main is Making the Best Bread in WV
08/20/2022
VIDEO: Sarah’s On Main is Making the Best Bread in WV Want to try the best bread in West Virginia? ...read more
Morgantown’s bike strategy focuses on youth
08/20/2022
In 2020, the Youth Cycling Coalition, a collaboration between 10 different bicycling organizations, set out to find the ideal location for its inaugural pilot program. ...read more
Inside Appalachia has turned 20: A chat with the show’s founders
08/20/2022
Inside Appalachia is 20 years old this month — we celebrate the anniversary by taking a look back with Inside Appalachia founders Giles Snyder and Beth Vorhees....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.20.2022
08/20/2022
A Wheeling baker’s award-winning bread is gaining recognition. National and local organizations partner to boost Morgantown’s youth cycling scene. And WVPB celebrates 20 years of Inside Appalachia....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.19.2022
08/19/2022
Generation WV seeks public input on community involvement … a Greenbrier County company makes some of the highest quality barrels on the market for distillers … and register now for Chief Logan’s elk management tours. – on today’s daily304...read more
Take the Generation West Virginia Survey
08/19/2022
You are invited to participate in a research study about community involvement in West Virginia....read more
Watch the production process at WV Great Barrel
08/19/2022
See how WV Great Barrel Company precisely, consistently, and safely builds the best-performing barrel on the market....read more
Chief Logan hosts elk management tours
08/19/2022
After more than a 100-year absence from the Mountain State, elk are making a comeback in West Virginia and this fall, visitors have a chance to see these incredible animals in a natural habitat....read more
WV GreenPower Motor Company prepares for ribbon cutting
08/18/2022
West Virginia GreenPower Motor Company has moved into its South Charleston facility and prepares to open at the end of the month. The company manufactures zero-emission, all-electric school buses. ...read more
Summer issue of Chamber features interview with Nucor Steel vice president
08/18/2022
Get the scoop on the latest business happenings in the Mountain State with the summer issue of Chamber magazine, produced by the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce....read more
Cacapon trails to bring economic benefit to West Virginia
08/18/2022
BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. (WV News) — A year after the completion of $25 million in renovations at the Cacapon Resort State Park lodge, the park was awarded $2.8 million to improve its mountain biking infrastructure....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.18.2022
08/18/2022
West Virginia GreenPower prepares for its South Charleston ribbon cutting. Chamber Magazine features an interview with Nucor Steel’s vice president and general manager. And Cacapon’s planned expansion of mountain biking trails is expected to contribute m...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.17.2022
08/17/2022
West Virginia is positioned to be a leader in innovation and prosperity, Marshall’s president says. Huntington will host this year’s state tourism conference. And learn why Dolly Sods is one of the most remarkable regions in Almost Heaven....read more
Positioning West Virginia for Economic Prosperity & Limitless Opportunity | Brad D. Smith
08/17/2022
As president of Marshall University and co-founder of the Wing 2 Wing Foundation, Brad D. Smith dedicates his time, effort and expertise to the place that he calls home: West Virginia. ...read more
Save the date for the 2022 Governor’s Conference on Tourism
08/17/2022
Each year, the Governor’s Conference on Tourism provides an opportunity for tourism industry partners to come together to find new and innovative ways to promote West Virginia as a top-tier vacation destination. ...read more
Dolly Sods among most remarkable regions in West Virginia
08/17/2022
The Dolly Sods Wilderness is part of the Monongahela National Forest in the Allegheny Mountains. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.16.2022
08/16/2022
Upcoming Mountain Stage shows feature Rosanne Cash, Bela Fleck, and more. The DNR offers online resources for everything from plant identification to boating. And Airbnb offers some unique rentals in Almost Heaven....read more
Reserve your tickets to Mountain Stage
08/16/2022
For nearly 40 years, Mountain Stage has been the home of live music on public radio. ...read more
The WVDNR has your outdoor resources
08/16/2022
Scenic trails. Tranquil bodies of water. Diverse flora and fauna. In Almost Heaven...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.15.2022
08/15/2022
The WV Makes Festival returns to Huntington in November! The Advantage Valley offers plenty to do and a low cost of living. And learn more about locating your business at the WV Tech Park. ...read more
Makes Festival returns this fall
08/15/2022
Don’t miss the excitement Nov. 4 as the West Virginia Makes Festival returns to the campus of Marshall University in Huntington....read more
The Cost of Living Diaries: Advantage Valley, WV
08/15/2022
A fun, laid-back lifestyle collides with amazing career opportunities in Advantage Valley, making it a great place for anyone to call home....read more
Learn more about the WV Tech Park
08/15/2022
The West Virginia Regional Technology Park offers flexibility and versatility alongside a robust infrastructure to provide new and existing tenants with the assets vital to their success....read more
Lesser-known facts about Coffindaffer's roadside crosses
08/14/2022
One night in 1984, the Reverend Bernard Coffindaffer had an epiphany....read more
Restaurant Road Trip: Alpine Lodge and Restaurant
08/14/2022
If you ever find yourself heading through the outskirts of Randolph County and are looking for a quality meal, then we have you covered!...read more
Eastern Panhandle solar company helps those in recovery find employment
08/14/2022
Mountain View Solar, a solar panel installation company based in Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, is helping those recently out of substance use programs land on their feet....read more
West Virginia. By rail.
08/13/2022
Experience West Virginia’s beautiful mountain landscapes onboard one of the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad’s Mountain Rail Adventures....read more
Experience Pipestem Peaks zipline canopy tour
08/13/2022
Tour the treetops of West Virginia with a bird’s eye view of the Bluestone Gorge....read more
Workplace Wellness in West Virginia
08/13/2022
It is said that the sun doesn’t always shine in West Virginia, but the people do....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.13.2022
08/13/2022
All aboard for a scenic train ride through Almost Heaven! Get a bird’s eye view of the Bluestone Gorge on Pipestem Peaks’ zipline. And Active Southern West Virginia works to increase the culture of health within the workplace....read more
How To Set Up An LLC In West Virginia
08/12/2022
West Virginia has a thriving small business community with more than 113,000 small businesses in the state....read more
RCBI designated hub as part of national effort to revitalize U.S. manufacturing
08/12/2022
Marshall University’s Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) is among a select group of institutions launching innovation education hubs as part of a national initiative to revitalize American manufacturing and ensure a strong national defense....read more
Opportunity Move assists federal businesses
08/12/2022
Learn how West Virginia is providing fiscal, business continuity, and workforce solutions for Federal agencies....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.12.2022
08/12/2022
Learn how to file for an LLC for your business. RCBI joins a national effort to revitalize manufacturing. And Opportunity Move stands ready to assist federal agencies who locate in West Virginia....read more
Learn more about West Virginia’s energy hub
08/11/2022
West Virginia serves as an energy hub for national and global economies. The state ranks fifth in the nation in total energy production. ...read more
In the Chef’s Corner: Big Draft Brewing
08/11/2022
A group of entrepreneurial friends is at the center of the revitalization taking place in Greenbrier County. ...read more
Find a public safety job in West Virginia
08/11/2022
What is better than an amazing community? Having a rewarding career to support it!...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.11.2022
08/11/2022
Discover why West Virginia ranks as a top energy producer. A Greenbrier County brewery serves as a community hub. And find public safety jobs in West Virginia....read more
Relocate to West Virginia for work, stay for the people!
08/10/2022
West Virginia is widely known for its low cost of living, historical coal mining, and beautiful scenery. ...read more
WV officials begin to build highway to connect Welch with the Coalfields Expressway
08/10/2022
West Virginia officials are marking the start of road work to connect the town of Welch with the Coalfields Expressway....read more
Get an exclusive look at WVDNR's Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center
08/10/2022
The Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center at the Forks of Coal State Natural Area in Alum Creek, W.Va. features wildlife displays and nature exhibits that showcase the Mountain State’s unmatched natural beauty....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.10.2022
08/10/2022
A West Virginia native shares why moving back to his home state was one of his best career decisions. State officials announce the start of a $147.6 million highway project in the southern region. And learn more about the WVDNR’s new wildlife education fa...read more
Find your mountain escape at Twin Falls Resort
08/09/2022
Rugged mountains, lush forests, woodland streams and pristine waterfalls make this state park feel like Almost Heaven....read more
Confectioner makes her mark with RCBI assistance
08/09/2022
Even the sweetest of small businesses can face challenges....read more
West Virginia supports a thriving aerospace industry
08/09/2022
The aerospace industry is a dynamic, emerging economic sector in West Virginia....read more
daily304 - Episode 8.9.2022
08/09/2022
Find your mountain escape at Twin Falls Resort. A Lewisburg confectioner makes her mark with the assistance of RCBI. And West Virginia supports a thriving aerospace industry....read more
Learn more about the Barnwood Living flooring collection
08/08/2022
Discover the vintage charm of a barnwood floor designed for today’s lifestyle....read more
Plan a mountain biking adventure at WV state parks
08/08/2022
Become a mountain biking pro in no time!...read more
8 Secluded Stops on the West Virginia Waterfall Trail
08/08/2022
The new West Virginia Waterfall Trail is the perfect way to spend your summer discovering thrilling adventures while earning exclusive prizes. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.8.2022
08/08/2022
Become a mountain biking pro on the trails of West Virginia state parks. Check out 8 secluded stops on the WV Waterfall Trail. And discover the vintage charm of a barnwood floor made in West Virginia...read more
daily304 - Episode 8.7.2022
08/07/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Rafting companies prepare for Gauley Season. A West Virginia-based sauce company infuses a little “spirit” into every bottle. And Greenbrier County residents pull together to recover from a devastating flood. Read more…...read more
Melting Pots and Building Blocks The Founding of Piddlin’ Rooster
08/07/2022
Business ownership is like a melting pot. Not in the normal sense of different people coming together to form a community, but similar: It takes many different forms of personal experiences, education, actions, trials and errors, lessons learned......read more
Greenbrier County: From Devastation to Revitalization
08/07/2022
In June 2016, Greenbrier County was devastated by a flood that destroyed lives and debilitated towns. Following the tragedy, the county united and began to rebuild its community, which caused a resurgence that has been growing exponentially since......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.6.2022
08/06/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A Parkersburg arts conference features workshops, networking, and more … Take a peek at some incredible rental cabins in Almost Heaven … and explore West Virginia’s charming small towns. Read more…...read more
‘Piccalilli Parkersburg’ Art community relishing chance to share creativity at conference
08/06/2022
A two-day arts conference called “Piccalilli Parkersburg” will be held Sept. 9-10 in downtown Parkersburg. The conference is for working artists, art educators, college art students and arts organizations and will include workshops, hands-on art making......read more
6 of the Best Cabins in West Virginia
08/06/2022
West Virginia is an incredible, natural oasis. And because of this, plenty of tourists prefer cabin stays for an up-close and personal brush with the Great Outdoors. Renting a cabin is the best way to experience nature, from falling asleep to chirping......read more
11 Most Charming Small Towns In West Virginia
08/06/2022
The 10th smallest State by area, West Virginia, has a population of under 2 million residents. Admitted to the Union in 1863 during the Civil War, the “Mountain State” is known for its rolling hills and coal mining history, all nestled between......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.5.2022
08/05/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Check out 25 Fun Things to Do in the historic railroad city of Huntington. Jefferson County spotlights a local marketing business. And RCBI is hosting a free expo for chemical suppliers. Read more…...read more
25 Fun Things to do in Huntington WV for 2022 (with a map!)
08/05/2022
Huntington, West Virginia is an up-and-coming city on the Ohio River with a charming historic downtown and a fascinating history. While it is a destination that is typically overlooked by many travelers, there are countless interesting things to do in......read more
The Jefferson County Development Authority spotlights Social Connection Marketing
08/05/2022
Social Connection Marketing is a small business that is dedicated to helping other small businesses succeed. Their sole focus is digital marketing and videography, and they excel at helping businesses with brand awareness, high quality video creation......read more
Expo to connect state suppliers to major chemical manufacturer
08/05/2022
The Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) and Advantage Valley will sponsor a free online expo August 10 to link small-scale suppliers of goods and services to Chemours, a major state manufacturer of chemicals and related products. Participants in the......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.4.2022
08/04/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Valley Falls hosts a kayak clinic for experienced whitewater boaters. A neighborhood print shop in Charleston nets a global reach. And take a video tour of the recent upgrades at Hawks Nest State Park. Read more…...read more
Kayak clinic set at Valley Falls State Park
08/04/2022
A waterfall clinic is set for Aug. 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Valley Falls State Park. The clinic organized by Rocky Mountain Kayak will instruct kayakers on how to prepare for the whitewater experience of these Class 5 falls. A mandatory meeting......read more
Echo-Lit—For the Arts and the Artists
08/04/2022
Echo-Lit is a small print shop in Charleston creating educational and inspirational art using neighborhood resources. The owners—Chris Rice and Jeanne Stevenson—also focus on giving back to their fellow artists. After 15 years designing and working......read more
Take a video tour of the newly renovated Hawks Nest lodge
08/04/2022
Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country on the rim of the New River, Hawks Nest State Park is your launching point for adventures in the New River Gorge. While the New River Gorge recently got upgraded to national park status, Hawks Nest has......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.3.2022
08/03/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Plan a trip to seven hidden waterfalls in Almost Heaven. Bigfoot enthusiasts and other creature lovers are invited to Cryptid Bash in Morgantown. And an Advantage Valley program helps entrepreneurs realize their dream. Read more…...read more
7 Hidden West Virginia Waterfalls You Must See
08/03/2022
A hike through the thick wooded forests of West Virginia can often lead to breathtaking views. From narrow streams that plunge over cliffs to river-spanning crests, there are over 200 waterfalls waiting to be discovered here. This list will walk you......read more
The History Project - The Elkins-Abruzzi Affair: A West Virginia Daughter's Dalliance with European Royalty
08/03/2022
Meghan Markle’s marriage to England’s Prince Harry was an education for Americans about how a foreign commoner—though a popular television actress—is embraced into an old European monarchy. But before Meghan became a Duchess and even before Wallis......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.2.2022
08/02/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Support West Virginia small businesses as you plan your summer activities. The owner of Riffle Farms talks about the health benefits of bison meat. And New River Jet Boats is “the hidden treasure of state parks.” Read more…...read more
Five Small Businesses to Visit this Summer in the Mountain State
08/02/2022
From whitewater rafting to bison burgers, these WV SBDC clients offer unique products to suit your summer plans. The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) and our network of partners work together to construct a statewide ecosystem......read more
Bison: The new healthy red meat raised nearby
08/02/2022
The industry of bison farming is growing in West Virginia. There are about a half-dozen operations in the Mountain State and one of those is owned by Liz and Jimmie Riffle in Terra Alta-Riffle Farms. Liz and Jimmie started the operation in 2017 and......read more
Through waves of adversity, Gorge jet boat tour business surges forward
08/02/2022
Bobby Bower bought New River Jet Boats at a time that would turn out to be what he termed “the perfect storm of a bad time to start a business.” “It was early 2020, just before COVID hit,” he recalled as he sat in the shade at the shoreline passenger......read more
‘Bash’ Celebrating All Things Cryptid Returns to Morgantown
08/02/2022
Not even the supernatural have been immune to the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, when the Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant had to shutter for the second year in a row, cryptozoology enthusiasts, and hosts of the ‘Mothboys’ podcast, Michael Strayer......read more
FASTER WV: Boosting Entrepreneurship, Startups and Business Expansion
08/02/2022
Are you aware that West Virginia lags far behind Appalachia, and the nation, in entrepreneurial and start-up activity? In fact, the Kauffman Foundation’s 2017 State Report found that WV ranked last in startup early job creation with a third as many......read more
daily304 - Episode 8.1.2022
08/01/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Bluefield earns praise from higher ed leaders. Visitor spending increases in national park gateway regions. And find West Virginia employment at Jobcase. Read more…...read more
Brad Smith: Bluefield “shining example” for the state
08/01/2022
Bluefield hosted distinguished visitors Friday who praised city leaders and said the city has set an example for the rest of the state to follow. E. Gordon Gee, president of West Virginia State University, Brad Smith, former CEO of Intuit and now......read more
West Virginia tourism spending sees ‘continued growth'
08/01/2022
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — Climbing costs and rising inflation didn’t deter visitors from exploring West Virginia’s national parks last year, according to a recently released federal report. Visitor spending in local gateway regions while visiting......read more
West Virginia Resource Center
08/01/2022
Interested in living and working in the next best thing to Heaven? Then say “yes” to a career in West Virginia! Learn more about the benefits of living and working in the Mountain State. You can also check out the awesome job opportunities available in......read more

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daily304 - Episode 7.31.2022
07/31/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Check out an abundance of outdoor recreation options in North Central West Virginia. Visit an old-fashioned soda fountain in Almost Heaven. And a Mississippi fisherman reels in a fine catch on his visit to the Mountain State......read more
Outdoor recreation from treetops to river valleys in West Virginia
07/31/2022
For folks in North Central West Virginia, the area’s outdoor recreation options are abundant. One of the area’s unique options can be found at the West Virginia University Outdoor Education Center near Chestnut Ridge Regional Park in Preston County......read more
Visit an old-fashioned sod fountain in West Virginia
07/31/2022
Here’s something that isn’t talked about very much anymore, and so it’s something that not many people know: the soda fountain was patented by a West Virginian. That’s right, believe it or not, the world owes West Virginia big for not just pepperoni......read more
MIKE GILES: Almost Heaven, West Virginia
07/31/2022
Arriving at Beckley, West Virginia, I expected to go fishing on the New River with a local guide. Alas, the guide told me that they usually cut the fishing off at 10,000 CFS and it was at 26,000 CFS that afternoon. He didn’t offer much hope so my bride......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.30.2022
07/30/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Officials say a major recreation project in the Upper Kanawha Valley is one of the largest ever undertaken. Harpers Ferry and the New River Gorge make a list of top recreational offerings in the Mid-Atlantic. And Andrew Davis is......read more
Recreational plans for Upper Kanawha Valley moving forward by commission
07/30/2022
Plans are moving along for a major recreation project in the Upper Kanawha Valley. It’s a project that Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango calls ‘one of the largest ever done’ in the county. Salango provided an update of the recreational tourism......read more
28 Outdoor Adventures in the Mid-Atlantic
07/30/2022
West Virginia’s New River Gorge may be the nation’s newest national park—designated in 2020—but it’s familiar territory for the three outfitters who run Adventures on the Gorge. They’ve been navigating its wild and churning waterways for more than 50......read more
Andrew Davis Promoted to Director of Strategic Redevelopment at NRGRDA
07/30/2022
Andrew Davis has been promoted to Director of Strategic Redevelopment at the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA), effective July 1. “Andy’s leadership in cultivating stronger relationships throughout the gateway communities to the......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.29.2022
07/29/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Cacapon Resort receives EDA funding to improve its mountain biking trails and facilities. Active Southern West Virginia looks to the outdoors to promote a healthy lifestyle. And officials announce a big return on economic......read more
$2.8M in pandemic stimulus funding headed to West Virginia's Cacapon State Park
07/29/2022
Sen. Joe Manchin on Thursday announced $2.8 million in funding from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) Travel, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Program to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources for the Cacapon State Park. The funding......read more
Active Southern West Virginia and the nonprofit’s mission
07/29/2022
Hiking, biking, or any other type of outdoor recreation is not just for tourists here in the Mountain State. The West Virginia University Institute of Technology is promoting the non-profit organization, Active Southern West Virginia. The organization......read more
Charleston Sternwheel Regatta brought in over $31 million to the city, event officials say
07/29/2022
The much-anticipated return of the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta in 2022 did not disappoint, as numbers released by event and city officials show it was the largest event in Charleston in the past decade. The City of Charleston, Regatta Commission and......read more
Kirkwood Winery’s new owners took a leap of faith
07/28/2022
Kirkwood Winery planted its roots in Summersville back in the 1980s when Rodney Facemire started the vineyard with his two sons, literally from the ground up. Facemire started out making the wine himself, entering county fairs with it before turning......read more
Ace Adventure Resort shares how rafting industry is boosting state tourism
07/28/2022
It is no surprise that one of the biggest draws to The Mountain State is the scenery. People journey from across the country, and even from around the world, to take in the natural beauty, picturesque mountains, clean air, and, of course, raft the......read more
Trilogy Innovations, Inc.: making strides to improve West Virginia’s economy
07/28/2022
Trilogy Innovations, Inc., headquartered in Bridgeport, WV, has made significant strides in the past 4 years to help fuel West Virginia’s economy. The technology-based software and system engineering firm has seen an average annual growth-rate of 130%......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.28.2022
07/28/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Meet the new owners of Kirkwood Winery and Isaiah Morgan Distillery. The state’s whitewater rafting industry is enjoying record numbers. And a Clarksburg IT firm makes great strides in boosting the state’s economy......read more
WVU scientist says NASA’s Webb Telescope will boost space research at University, Green Bank Observatory
07/27/2022
The first photos from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have given researchers the deepest and clearest infrared look into space to date. West Virginia University researcher Maura McLaughlin, distinguished professor of physics and astronomy at the......read more
Not just a ‘fingerprint center’: FBI CJIS serves multifaceted role in combating crime, terrorism in U.S. and overseas
07/27/2022
Twenty-five years ago when the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division opened in Clarksburg, West Virginia, it was called the “fingerprint center” by a lot of people — the place where the government stored images of fingerprints. And......read more
The WV Hydrogen Hub hosts Industry Day on July 28
07/27/2022
Calling entrepreneurs, innovators, and energy and hydrogen sector professionals! The West Virginia Hydrogen Coalition is hosting an Industry Day Event. Please join us at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center on Thursday, July 28 at 8 a.m......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.27.2022
07/27/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – A WVU scientist says photos from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope will enhance her research of neutron stars. Get an inside look at the FBI “fingerprint center” in Clarksburg.” And register now for the WV Hydrogen Coalition’s......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.26.2022
07/26/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – An ARC grant will fund a BMX park in Morgantown and boost local tourism. Any state business that makes a sale in a new country is eligible for the Governor’s Export Awards. And Putnam County’s Valley Park is hopping busy this......read more
U.S. Department of Commerce invests $4.7 million in American Rescue Plan funds to establish a regional BMX facility and support tourism in Morgantown
07/26/2022
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $4.7 million grant to the Mylan Park Foundation, Morgantown, West Virginia, to support construction......read more
Export Awards: Get the credit you deserve
07/26/2022
The Governor’s Commendation for International Market Entry award recognizes your first export sale to a new country. Exporting is a big deal, especially for a small business. There are logistical hurdles to overcome and language barriers to break......read more
Expanded park in Teays Valley attracting new out-of-state visitors
07/26/2022
Residents of the Teays Valley in western West Virginia have been taking advantage of Valley Park at Hurricane since it opened in 1978, but now the park off Interstate 64 is attracting more visitors from out of town, thanks in part to renovations and......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.25.2022
07/25/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Wheeling artists combine talents for their pottery business. Learn how Vantage Ventures works to boost local startup tech companies. And discover the quirky charm of Barbour County. Read more…...read more
Dealing Pots in Wheeling
07/25/2022
Wheeling is once again home to a thriving pottery. In 2018, Adam and Beth Bedway took the last step that made them both full-time together in their own arts-based business. It’s a leap a lot of people have considered but shied away from as too risky......read more
Vantage Ventures works to boost growth of West Virginia technology start-ups
07/25/2022
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WV News) — With an ever-growing roster of technology-based start-ups under its umbrella, Vantage Ventures in Morgantown is hoping to change the tide of West Virginia’s economy and provide a stable job and talent pool for years to......read more
Day-trip destination: Eerie, fascinating Philippi, West Virginia, is worth the drive
07/25/2022
PHILIPPI, W.Va. — The country roads of West Virginia often reveal hidden delights for inquisitive travelers who are fascinated by quirky and sometimes touching bits of local history and lore. My family and I found such a delight last month while making......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.24.2022
07/24/2022
“Possibilitarian” Tighe Bullock works to restore old buildings in Charleston’s Elk City district. Tee off with a view at these Almost Heaven golf courses. And learn how the Devil’s Backbone was formed over millions of years....read more
Plan a visit to the West Virginia State Wildlife Center
07/24/2022
The West Virginia State Wildlife Center is a modern zoological facility displaying native and introduced state wildlife....read more
New River Gorge visitors discover mysterious face in the forest
07/24/2022
Thousands of new tourists are pouring into the area with the new National park designation, bringing fresh attention to one of the New River Gorge’s hidden treasures -- the mysterious face carved into rock in the forest....read more
Virgin Galactic selects Aurora Flight Sciences to build new motherships
07/24/2022
WASHINGTON — Virgin Galactic announced July 6 it signed an agreement with a Boeing subsidiary to build two new aircraft that will be used as launch platforms for its next-generation suborbital spaceplanes....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.23.2022
07/23/2022
Elk City developer Tighe Bullock is just one of the many “possibilitarians” in WV who are working to revive their communities … Golf against a scenic mountain backdrop in Almost Heaven … and learn how the unique rock formation known as Devil’s Backbone ca...read more
Possibilitarian Tighe Bullock bringing Charleston’s neighborhoods back to life
07/23/2022
Tighe Bullock is one of the rare people who can say they grew up in Thurmond—the New River Gorge coal and rail boomtown that, by the time of his 1990s childhood, was nearly a ghost town. It’s an origin story that drove his choice of career....read more
Must-See Tees: West Virginia’s greatest golf courses with a view
07/23/2022
You’re never far from a fairway in West Virginia. Golf courses in the Mountain State provide an array of views, scenery and difficulty levels that will make you want to come back for more....read more
Devil’s Backbone continues to intrigue Pocahontas County visitors
07/23/2022
Early settlers in Pocahontas County called it "The Devil's Backbone" as most believed such an unnatural thing could only be the work of evil....read more
Reba McEntire brings back Her ‘Reba: Live in Concert’ tour for fall 2022
07/22/2022
Reba McEntire has announced a new round of arena tour dates for fall 2022, including an Oct. 20 stop in Charleston. W.Va. ...read more
Red, White & Wheeling: Coca-Cola's history in Americana has West Virginia connection
07/22/2022
The words “local food” bring to mind denim and kale sold from bushel baskets....read more
Grand Vue Park building 'epic' pool
07/22/2022
Grand Vue Park is getting ready to make a big splash next season with what officials are calling a destination pool....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.22.2022
07/22/2022
Reba McEntire’s new tour includes a stop in Charleston. Learn about Coca-Cola’s Wheeling connection. And Marshall County announces plans for a “destination pool”...read more
Charleston Sternwheel Regatta turnout ‘beyond our wildest expectations,’ event official says
07/21/2022
As vendors and organizers of the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta continue to tear down from the five-day festival that ended Monday, leaders of the event are calling its return a ‘wild success.’...read more
4 horseback riding parks to visit this summer
07/21/2022
When it comes to trails, hiking is the most popular way to enjoy a journey down the beaten path. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 7.21.2022
07/21/2022
The much-heralded return of the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta has been declared a smashing success. Catch up with innovators and entrepreneurs who are making a difference in West Virginia. And plan your horseback riding adventure at West Virginia state pa...read more
Catch up with the daily304’s ‘Innovators and Entrepreneurs’
07/21/2022
You don't want to miss our guests' wisdom, advice, and hard-learned lessons in our Season 1 recap of Innovators and Entrepreneurs! ...read more
Slide into summer with Tygart Adventures
07/20/2022
Following the country roads to Tygart Lake State Park, there’s untouched beauty of the natural landscapes West Virginia is known for....read more
Construction on schedule for completion of first half of I-64 Nitro-St. Albans bridge
07/20/2022
Construction work is on schedule for the new Donald M. Legg Memorial Bridge on Interstate 64 to open to traffic later this fall. ...read more
Possibilitarian Timothy Reese is helping build the Capon Bridge community
07/20/2022
They embrace bold ideas with purposeful action and inspire and mobilize others to do the same. They focus on solutions instead of problems. They think positively and act with passion. They turn possibilities into realities....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.20.2022
07/20/2022
Plan a summer adventure at Tygart Lake State Park. Construction is on schedule for an I-64 bridge slated to open this fall. And meet Possibilitarian Timothy Reese, who is making good things happen in Capon Bridge....read more
Your quest for adventure starts at North Bend State Park
07/19/2022
You might have to travel a little ways off the beaten path to find your way to North Bend State Park, but that just means getting here is part of the adventure....read more
West Virginia’s service dogs
07/19/2022
When West Virginians think about frontline heroes—those fighting for our physical, mental and emotional well-being and keeping us safe from all types of harm—most minds immediately jump to thoughts of the brave men and women serving our state....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.19.2022
07/19/2022
Plan your Almost Heaven getaway to North Bend State Park. Learn about West Virginia’s K-9 heroes. And the WV Homeowner Rescue Plan offers help for financial hardship. ...read more
What you need to know: cybersecurity awareness
07/18/2022
Every single business has some level of risk that its business owners need to understand and manage in order to be successful....read more
West Virginia’s worldwide exports
07/18/2022
Not many would imagine a state the size of West Virginia would be capable of having such a large, global impact, but the Mountain State distributes goods to 147 out of the 196 countries in the world....read more
Waterfalls worth chasing in northern West Virginia
07/18/2022
Discover some of West Virginia’s most breathtaking cascades on a road trip through the state’s northern regions, from Blackwater Falls to Oglebay Falls....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.18.2022
07/18/2022
Pump up your business’ cybersecurity awareness. View a global export map of all the goods West Virginia distributes. And take a scenic drive to discover waterfalls of northern West Virginia....read more
Learn more about the automotive industry in West Virginia
07/17/2022
Automotive component manufacturers from around the world have found the road to success leads to West Virginia. Businesses that supply and support the automotive industry find a ready workforce with the skills needed by today’s market....read more
Your guide to summer adventures at Chief Logan
07/17/2022
With two sides of a mountain to explore, Chief Logan has endless opportunities for family fun and adventure....read more
Bigfoot sightings have clustered in southern West Virginia
07/17/2022
While recent bigfoot sightings in southern West Virginia have gained national attention, one investigator says it's no surprise, given the number of sightings he's cataloged in the southern mountains....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.17.2022
07/17/2022
For automotive manufacturers, the road to success leads to West Virginia. Plan your Almost Heaven getaway to Chief Logan State Park. And Bigfoot sightings have clustered in southern West Virginia....read more
WV SBDC provides valuable resources small business can trust Here are 5 reasons why
07/16/2022
Whether you want to open a restaurant in your downtown and showcase your family recipes or start a construction company and help build up your community, the West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC) can help you find success in 2022....read more
3 things you can do to prioritize your exports now
07/16/2022
So, you’ve decided to export. Perhaps you’ve been exporting for years, responding to inquiries from your website or establishing distribution channels around the world. ...read more
Preview new upgrades at Hawks Nest State Park
07/16/2022
Take a virtual tour of the newly renovated Hawks Nest State Park....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.16.2022
07/16/2022
Take a video tour of the new upgrades at Hawks Nest State Park. Learn more about services the WV SBDC provides. And here are 3 steps you can take to prioritize your exporting experience....read more
Mountain Bike World Cup Circuit Race returns to Snowshoe Mountain
07/15/2022
The Union Cycliste Internationale Mountain Bike (UCI MTB) World Cup returns to Snowshoe Mountain this summer, marking the West Virginia resort’s third time hosting the marquee event on the World Cup circuit of downhill, cross-country, and short-track raci...read more
New brewery coming to Charleston’s Elk City
07/15/2022
Charleston will soon have its first nano brewery....read more
WV-SBDC-celebrates-National-Small-Business-Week-award-recipients-in-Fairmont
07/15/2022
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center, joined by Small Business Administration WV District Office officials, honored clients who received 2022 Small Business Week Awards during an invitation-only ceremony in Fairmont on May 6. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 7.15.2022
07/15/2022
The world cup of mountain biking returns to Snowshoe Mountain. A nano brewery is opening in Charleston’s Elk City. And the WV SBDC honors small business award recipients....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.14.2022
07/14/2022
Hurricane’s Meeks Mountain trails is a community effort. A WVU researcher says natural gas may be the key to clean hydrogen energy. And a budget surplus may result in a drop in personal income tax for West Virginians. ...read more
Riders on the storm: Meeks Mountain Trails uplift Hurricane
07/14/2022
A few years ago, Brandon Doerner and his twin six-year-olds, Aaron and Katie, ventured into the woods behind the Hurricane City Park in Putnam County....read more
Natural gas is key to WVU engineer’s vision for clean hydrogen energy
07/14/2022
More than 50 years after scientists first coined the term "hydrogen economy," the movement to make hydrogen a predominant global fuel source could be gaining traction thanks to research led by one West Virginia University engineer. ...read more
With big surplus, governor announces he wants to slice personal income taxes
07/14/2022
Gov. Jim Justice celebrated a $1.308 billion surplus beyond his own revenue estimate at the end of the fiscal year and then announced that his administration will pursue personal income tax cuts of about 10 percent....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.13.2022
07/13/2022
Learn why West Virginia is the ideal location for defense companies. Northrop Grumman announces construction of a new facility in Mineral County. And visit WV Business Link to sign up for workshops and meetings....read more
Learn how West Virginia supports the defense industry
07/13/2022
West Virginia is ready and eager to welcome defense companies and federal agencies seeking a loyal workforce, opportune location and rewarding lifestyle for employees....read more
Northrop Grumman announces new missile integration facility
07/13/2022
Northrop Grumman Corporation today announced the construction of a new 113,000 square foot facility in West Virginia that will increase the company’s capacity within the defense industrial base to ensure delivery of current and future weapons to meet war...read more
Register for business workshops and meetings
07/13/2022
Expand your business knowledge by signing up for a workshop hosted by WV Business Link....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.12.2022
07/12/2022
Pitch Southern West Virginia seeks innovative business ideas. Hawks Nest State Park upgrades are just one reason to visit America’s newest national park. And a family discovers quality time in nature in the Radio Quiet Zone....read more
Do you have a unique or innovative business idea or product?
07/12/2022
The WV Hive Network, in partnership with WVU Tech Launch Lab, is excited to announce the return of Pitch Southern West Virginia, a business idea competition encompassing 12 counties in southern West Virginia....read more
5 upgrades to check out on your next trip to Hawks Nest
07/12/2022
Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country on the rim of the New River, Hawks Nest is your launching point for adventures in the New River Gorge. ...read more
A visit to WV’s ‘Quiet Zone’ made this mom a more present parent
07/12/2022
We started the summer by taking a trip to the "Quiet Zone." After a month of shift work, elusive toddler fevers, and canine diarrhea, my husband rented a cabin in Watoga State Park, West Virginia, for a getaway. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 7.11.2022
07/11/2022
A3L Federal Works’ founder talks about why West Virginia is the ideal business climate. Learn how Opportunity Move can assist federal agencies. And Meeks Mountain hosts the state’s first-ever 100K trail race....read more
Retaining local talent and providing high quality service, meet Woman-Owned Business A3L Federal Works, LLC
07/11/2022
A small business with big ambitions, A3L Federal Works LLC embraces the “family like” first-class workforce #YesWV provides, and continues to seek out and thrive off of opportunities given by the WV Department of Economic Development (WV DED) and other lo...read more
Learn more about Opportunity Move
07/11/2022
Our state is positioned to assist your agency in mitigating risk, reducing your expense budget and providing upskilling, workforce recruitment and training opportunities....read more
Register now for the Hurricane Hundred K
07/11/2022
Welcome to the first-ever Hurricane 100K, and the ONLY 100K trail run in West Virginia, brought to you by the City of Hurricane, Little Caesars, and a host of local sponsors....read more
daily304 - Episode 7.10.2022
07/10/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Morgantown is set to host the West Virginia Statewide Technology Conference. 27 West Virginia seniors receive teacher scholarships. And Gov. Justice honors K-9 Raisy for her Forestry service. Read more…...read more
West Virginia Statewide Technology Conference set for July 18-20 in Morgantown
07/10/2022
WVST is a technology conference organized for West Virginia’s K-12, higher education, state and local government, and nonprofit professionals. The 3-day event boasts attendance of more than 500 educators, consultants, administrators, and directors. The......read more
New cohort of 27 chosen for West Virginia teaching scholarships
07/10/2022
A new group of high school graduates planning to become teachers will receive a West Virginia scholarship worth up to $40,000 over four years, officials said. A total of 27 seniors were chosen for the third cohort of Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars......read more
Gov. Justice, Babydog honor retiring Forestry bloodhound after 10 years of decorated service
07/10/2022
Gov. Jim Justice and Babydog are honoring Raisy, an award-winning member of the West Virginia Division of Forestry (WVDOF) K-9 Investigative Unit, who is retiring after 10 years of sniffing out forest fires and chasing down arsonists. “Dogs have been......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.9.2022
07/09/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Buckhannon is selected to host the 2023 World Association of Marching Show Bands competition. Jobs for West Virginia’s Graduates helps students achieve success. And West Virginia’s maple syrup production numbers are released......read more
Buckhannon to host world marching band competition in July 2023
07/09/2022
This time next year, thousands of visitors from across the globe will travel to Upshur County to attend the World Association of Marching Show Bands 2023 competition. Buckhannon has been selected to host the event July 17-24, 2023 on the campus of West......read more
Jobs for West Virginia’s graduates
07/09/2022
West Virginia students are our future and greatest asset. In West Virginia, many students need additional support to make their dreams a reality. Jobs for West Virginia’s Graduates uses the proven Jobs for America’s Graduates model- which has a 96%......read more
2022 West Virginia maple syrup production numbers released
07/09/2022
Production of maple syrup in West Virginia this year matched numbers reported last year, according to information released by the state Department of Agriculture. Production totaled 13,000 gallons in 2022, unchanged from the previous year. The number......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.8.2022
07/08/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Vantage Ventures hosts 29 startup businesses and counting … the second Ascend WV class settles in to the Greenbrier Valley … and Touchstone Research Laboratories’ CEO talks business and innovation in the Mountain State. Read more…...read more
Vantage Ventures now includes 29 startup businesses
07/08/2022
The WVU campus-based effort, part of the John C. Chambers School of Business and Economics, hopes to be the Mid-Atlantic version of Silicon Valley. Vantage Ventures is currently home to 29 startup businesses ranging from clean energy, biotech to......read more
Member of Ascend West Virginia’s second class talks of travels
07/08/2022
As a member of Ascend West Virginia’s second class, Benjamin Isenberg is one of Greenbrier County’s newest residents. However, the unconventional path which brought Ben and his family to the Mountain State was somewhat less beaten than most. After......read more
Brian Joseph ‘Fails Fast’ into Bringing Business, Innovation to West Virginia
07/08/2022
Creating real, innovative, and state-of-the-art material, while also taking advantage of West Virginia’s best and brightest, is just one thing on Brian Joseph’s list of things to do. Joseph, president and CEO of Touchstone Research Laboratories, likes......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.7.2022
07/07/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – The WV SBDC offers tips for sprucing up your social media presence. Jefferson County shines the spotlight on plant-based businesses. And Economic Development Secretary Mitch Carmichael chats about the state’s positive business......read more
What’s hip and what’s not when writing for your social media page?
07/07/2022
It’s been a long day and you just got home from work. Whether you like it or not, that “everyday” blog you constantly work on each day is starting to get a little boring and tedious, so what should you do? Spruce it up a little, of course! If you’re an......read more
JCDA’s June business spotlight: Cocina plantosaurus & reversarose
07/07/2022
As plant-based popularity moves from trend to revolution status, more and more consumers are looking for ways to incorporate plant-based ingredients into their everyday lives. Continued interest has led to many ways of approaching plant-based......read more
Why West Virginia?
07/07/2022
Mitch Carmichael, secretary of West Virginia’s Department of Economic Development, has many reasons why businesses should consider The Mountain State. Here are some of the state’s many business-related activities and advantages. Business Facilities......read more
Meet the brains behind research at this Triadelphia facility
07/06/2022
Touchstone Research Laboratory started in 1980 in the basement of a monastery, where founder Brian Joseph rebuilt a scanning electron microscope purchased for $100. The laboratory has come a long way in four decades. Touchstone moved into the......read more
Vantage Ventures presents Real Talk with Joe Kapp
07/06/2022
Join Vantage Ventures at our virtual Real Talk for an interactive discussion featuring innovator, writer, and social entrepreneur Joe Kapp. We are excited to have him share his entrepreneurial journey and insights as a prominent entrepreneur in the......read more
Looking back on National Small Business Week 2022
07/06/2022
West Virginia small businesses know a thing or two about “Building a Better America through Entrepreneurship”, as nearly 99 percent of businesses in the Mountain State are considered small and they employ nearly half of the private sector workforce......read more
Man catches largest channel catfish ever in West Virginia
07/05/2022
The 17-year record for the largest channel catfish caught in West Virginia was broken fittingly on West Virginia Day, June 20, during free fishing weekend. Allen Burkett of Criders, Va., caught the record channel catfish that weighed 36.96 pounds and......read more
What’s hip and what’s not when writing for your social media page?
07/05/2022
It’s been a long day and you just got home from work. Whether you like it or not, that “everyday” blog you constantly work on each day is starting to get a little boring and tedious, so what should you do? Spruce it up a little, of course! If you’re an......read more
Find your dream job with West Virginia state parks
07/05/2022
Discover a career in Almost Heaven’s hospitality and tourism industry with West Virginia State Parks. Positions are available throughout the state parks system, including in outdoor recreation, lodges, restaurants, spas and more. Explore positions and......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.5.2022
07/05/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – West Virginia records a record channel catfish. The WV SBDC wants to help you with your online business. And West Virginia state parks is hiring. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 7.4.2022
07/04/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – WVU physicists and local high school teachers band together for a NASA project. Steve Johnson is the WV SBDC new state director. And West Virginia airmen provide critical joint support in European mission. Read more…...read more
NASA-funded physics research at WVU aims to create new stars among local teachers and HBCU students
07/04/2022
West Virginia University physicists are helping NASA measure light from distant stars and involving local high school science teachers in the process. Mikel Holcomb, associate professor in the Eberly College Department of Physics and Astronomy, said......read more
Steve Johnson named State Director of West Virginia Small Business Development Center
07/04/2022
After nearly a decade of service at the West Virginia Small Business Development Center, the agency announced today that Steve Johnson will be its next State Director. Johnson has served the WV SBDC in many roles including business coach, Network......read more
West Virginia Airmen critical to joint exercise successes in Europe
07/04/2022
Airmen from the 167th Airlift Wing, West Virginia Air National Guard, provided critical airlift and logistical support to the Maryland Air National Guard during the month of May in Europe for Swift Response and Defender 22 exercise as they executed......read more
Shine On, WV presents Beth Keener-Flanery
07/03/2022
Beth Keener-Flanery is a visual artist, graphic designer, and handbag designer hailing from the small town of Mannington, WV. She currently resides in the even smaller town of Pruntytown, WV where she has her own workshop “in the middle of the woods......read more
The Peddler, Backyard Pizza to be featured on America's Best Restaurants digital roadshow
07/03/2022
The America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow is traveling to Huntington on Friday, July 1, to feature The Peddler and Backyard Pizza. Matt Plapp is the CEO of America’s Best Restaurants, and he said the company started in 2018 with him an iPhone and a......read more
How Appalachia is growing its outdoor economy through collaborations and capacity building
07/03/2022
All across Appalachia, there are examples of a growing outdoor economy. Damascus, Virginia hosts thousands of bicyclists a year who whiz downtown on the local rail trail, the Virginia Creeper. Colorful characters include a man who cycles with his pet......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.3.2022
07/03/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Shine On, WV spotlights handbag designer Beth Keener-Flanery. Huntington restaurants earn national recognition. And Appalachian communities join forces to promote outdoor tourism. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 7.2.2022
07/02/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Marshall wants to hear from small business owners. Register for the inaugural TECH YEAH conference. And learn if you qualify for rental assistance. Read more…...read more
Take the small business survey
07/02/2022
As a small business owner, operator or manager, you are invited to participate in an anonymous survey entitled “Current Issues for West Virginia Small Business Leaders.” The survey is designed to help understand the current issues and trends in small......read more
Register now for the TECH YEAH Conference
07/02/2022
Meet us at the intersection of technology and government at the inaugural TECH YEAH Conference! Learn the path to success in the federal market and attract key decision-makers at the DOE, NOAA, FBI, NASA, Treasury, and USAF. TECH YEAH highlights the......read more
Learn if you qualify for rental assistance
07/02/2022
Real help for West Virginia renters and landlords is here! The Mountaineer Rental Assistance Program is now open and accepting applications. To learn more and apply for assistance, visit the West Virginia Housing Development Fund. Read more......read more
daily304 - Episode 7.1.2022
07/01/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Morgantown’s new medical distribution facility is expected to bring more than 100 jobs into the area. A German manufacturer is moving into Moorefield, creating up to 100 more jobs. And a Harrison County aviation company expansion......read more
Owens & Minor breaks ground on center of excellence for medical supply logistics in West Virginia
07/01/2022
Owens & Minor, Inc., a leading global healthcare solutions company, today broke ground in Morgantown, West Virginia, on the future site of a center of excellence for medical supplies and logistics. Once construction is completed in late 2023, the......read more
German packaging manufacturer announces $48 million investment into plant in Moorefield, West Virginia
07/01/2022
Papier-Mettler, a German packaging manufacturer, has acquired an industrial building in Moorefield, and will invest $48 million and create up to 100 new jobs in the area. The industrial space, acquired in May, is the first Papier-Mettler production......read more
Harrison County aviation company announces expansion
07/01/2022
The aircraft industry continues to grow in the Bridgeport area. The efforts include a new terminal and business park under construction at the North Central West Virginia Airport along with the expansion of aviation maintenance/pilot training programs......read more

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Shine On, WV presents Alexander Martin
06/30/2022
Simply put, Alexander Martin is an artist. Being an artist for them isn’t just practicing one craft continuously but living one’s life as an artist. Born and raised in Hurricane, W.Va., Alexander credits the working mentality of West Virginia......read more
3 things you can do to prioritize your exports now
06/30/2022
So, you’ve decided to export. Perhaps you’ve been exporting for years, responding to inquiries from your website or establishing distribution channels around the world. Maybe you’re starting to enter global markets and still learning the process. When......read more
Park and trail etiquette: Dos and don’ts of visiting WV state parks
06/30/2022
When it comes to spending time outdoors, park and trail etiquette will help you responsibly enjoy nature in a way that conserves the scenic beauty of our state parks so everyone can have a good time. One of the best ways to make sure you’re practicing......read more
daily304 - Episode 6.30.2022
06/30/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Hurricane creator Alexander Martin discusses the art world. The West Virginia Department of Economic Development offers tips for exporting. And learn proper trail etiquette when visiting state parks. Read more…...read more
daily304 - Episode 6.29.2022
06/29/2022
​​On today’s Daily 304 – Rank One Computing ​brings IT jobs to West Virginia. Find a career with West Virginia State Parks. And South Charleston’s Little Creek Park adds two new bike repair stations. ​...read more
Rank One Computing opens new office in West Virginia with Vantage Ventures
06/29/2022
Rank One Computing, the most trusted provider of facial, object, and text recognition algorithms to U.S. military, law enforcement, and commercial organizations, today announced the opening of a new West Virginia office, located within the Vantage......read more
Find a career with West Virginia State Parks
06/29/2022
Discover a career in Almost Heaven’s hospitality and tourism industry with West Virginia State Parks. Positions are available throughout the state parks system, including in outdoor recreation, lodges, restaurants, spas and more. Explore positions and......read more
2 new bike repair stations installed in South Charleston’s Little Creek Park
06/29/2022
Local cyclists now have two new bike repair stations at Little Creek Park in South Charleston. The Kanawha Valley Trail Alliance (KV Trails), Center for Active WV Project and the city of South Charleston collaborated to install two Dero Bike Fixit......read more
daily304 - Episode 6.28.2022
06/28/2022
On today’s Daily 304 – Meet Maestro Luke Frazier, one of the many West Virginians contributing to the arts in Almost Heaven. The Mountain State’s craft beer industry expands with the opening of Fife Street Brewing in Charleston. And Greater Bridgeport......read more
Shine On, WV presents Luke Frazier
06/28/2022
Luke Frazier is a maestro of his own non-profit orchestra: the American Pops Orchestra! As a creative director of his and his partner’s video production company, Nouveau, their production company and orchestra have partnered with PBS to create original......read more
Fife Street Brewing caters to craft beer lovers
06/28/2022
Over the past decade, West Virginia has evolved into a destination for craft-beer enthusiasts. Microbreweries have popped up all over the state, including Bad Shepherd Brewery, Greenbrier Valley Brewing, The Peddler and Big Timber — just to name a few......read more
Bridgeport launches Visit Widget app for all-inclusive travel planning
06/28/2022
Planning the perfect day in Bridgeport, WV just got much easier! We’re excited to unveil the Bridgeport Widget on our Greater-Bridgeport.com site with integrated mobile apps, an interactive way to map out everything you don’t want to miss in the......read more
Krispy Kreme rolls out new ice cream in Charleston, West Virginia
06/27/2022
Charleston, West Virginia has been chosen as one of the first markets to roll out Krispy Kreme’s new ice cream....read more
Carmichael details state plans to expand broadband services to 300,000 West Virginia homes
06/27/2022
Thanks to nearly $1 billion in funding from a variety of sources, West Virginia officials are working to provide high-speed broadband internet to 300,000 households in the state that are currently lacking the service....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.27.2022
06/27/2022
Krispy Kreme’s new ice cream is coming to Charleston. A UK publication discovers Almost Heaven in West Virginia. And the state details plans to expand broadband services....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.26.2022
06/26/2022
Ascend West Virginia welcomes 33 new state residents to the Greenbrier Valley. Visitors get a tour of renovations in progress at Wheeling’s historic McLure House Hotel. And Tourism debuts photo-ready scenic swing sites in each of the state’s nine travel ...read more
West Virginia cash-for-worker program welcomes new residents
06/26/2022
A program offering $20,000 in cash and incentives for remote workers to move to West Virginia as part of a population push has chosen 33 people for its second class of newcomers and is now taking applications for a third host region, officials announced ...read more
McLure House Hotel Shows Off Progress in Downtown Wheeling
06/26/2022
Members of the general public got a West Virginia Day treat on Monday when the McLure House Hotel held an open house to showcase upgrades made so far in the ongoing renovation project taking place inside the downtown Wheeling landmark....read more
Take the perfect Instagram pic at WV's 9 scenic swing spots
06/26/2022
The Mountain State is a whopping 159 years old!...read more
daily304 - Episode 6.25.2022
06/25/2022
See where country roads can take you in West Virginia … the state’s forests provide for a thriving wood products industry … and jazz pianist Bob Thompson talks about the path that led him to the Mountain State. ...read more
See where country roads can take you in West Virginia
06/25/2022
In West Virginia, country roads lead you far away from everything. And a little closer to heaven....read more
West Virginia supports forest products
06/25/2022
The wood industry of West Virginia generates $3.2 billion annually for the state’s economy and provides more than 30,000 jobs within the state with 12 million acres of forestland and 75 billion board feet of timber inventory....read more
Shine On, West Virginia presents Bob Thompson
06/25/2022
In 1960, Bob Thompson received a one-year music scholarship to West Virginia State University which much to his surprise turned into a new lifelong home. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 6.24.2022
06/24/2022
Shenandoah Planing Mill demonstrates why Jefferson County is a great place to live and work. Plan a West Virginia state park foodie tour. And discover why the chemical and polymer industry says #YesWV....read more
Shenandoah Planing Mill co-owner talks about living and working in Jefferson County
06/24/2022
​ Amanda McDaniel, co-owner of Shenandoah Planing Mill, explains how she has been successful as a business owner and maintaining a family in Jefferson County....read more
Foodie travel guide to West Virginia state parks
06/24/2022
There’s plenty to do at West Virginia state parks and forests, from hiking, biking and fishing to swimming, horseback riding and more. ...read more
West Virginia supports a thriving chemical and polymer industry
06/24/2022
Chemical and polymer companies have thrived in West Virginia for generations....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.23.2022
06/23/2022
Learn why more businesses are saying #YesWV. Get Tucker’d in Tucker County: Pick up a passport and qualify to win cool prizes. And plan a Dark Sky viewing of five planets aligned this month....read more
Businesses continue to say #YesWV
06/23/2022
West Virginia truly is the land of opportunity for business. From chemical companies to defense training facilities, here’s why saying “Yes, West Virginia” has never been easier. Learn more at westvirginia.gov....read more
Take in Tucker Challenge 2022
06/23/2022
Explore all the cool sites and natural beauty of Tucker County, West Virginia, while participating in the #TakeInTucker Challenge! ...read more
Five planets align in the West Virginia night sky during June
06/23/2022
Astronomers and astronomer wannabes, rejoice! All five planets that are visible to the naked eye will be viewable at the same time across the state of West Virginia during the month of June in 2022. ...read more
West Virginia Resource Center
06/22/2022
Interested in living and working in the next best thing to Heaven?...read more
State park nature programs: The best way to experience nature while learning
06/22/2022
On your next getaway to a West Virginia state park, plan to participate in a nature program. ...read more
WVU Statler College to host Engineering Challenge Camps for elementary, middle and high school students
06/22/2022
This summer, school students from across West Virginia may discover their passions in STEM at West Virginia University by attending one of the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Engineering Challenge Camps....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.22.2022
06/22/2022
Find job opportunities in Almost Heaven. Experience nature up close at West Virginia state parks. And WVU offers STEM camps for grades 1-12....read more
RCBI offers welding technology program
06/21/2022
Learn the skills you need to become an entry level welder and earn a career-enhancing associate degree at the same time! In partnership with Mountwest Community & Technical College and the Cabell County Career Technology Center, our program develops and.....read more
West Virginia welcomes the defense industry
06/21/2022
West Virginia is ready and eager to welcome defense companies and federal agencies seeking a loyal workforce, opportune location and rewarding lifestyle for employees....read more
Commercial screen printer thrives in Jefferson County
06/21/2022
Kevin Steeley, president of DALB Inc., says he is pleased to be invested in Jefferson County. DALB Inc. is a national leader in printing, thermoforming, and fabricated plastic solutions....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.21.2022
06/21/2022
RCBI partners with a Huntington schools to offer a welding program … Learn why WV is ideal real estate for the production of military and defense products and technologies … and the president of DALB screen printing says he is proud to be invested in Jeff...read more
A company with a long, successful history in #YesWV – Meet Paul Wissmach Glass Company
06/20/2022
For the past century, Paul Wissmach Glass Company (PWG) have honed their craft and created beautiful, functional art in Paden City, West Virginia. ...read more
Randolph, Upshur Students Help WV Forestry Plant Red Spruce Trees at Kumbrabow State Forest
06/20/2022
We all love a good comeback story and West Virginia’s upland red spruce forest is making a comeback of its own with the help of Randolph and Upshur county 4-H students....read more
Generation WV’s NewForce and Fellowship Programs support talent development, retention
06/20/2022
As we think about the future of our state, what does a vibrant West Virginia look like? We may all have varying answers, but one thing is certain – we can’t achieve it without thinking about the next generation. ...read more
daily304 - Episode 6.20.2022
06/20/2022
Paul Wissmach Glass Company has honed its craft since 1901. Students help Foresters plant trees at Kumbrabow. And Generation WV programs target a young workforce....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.19.2022
06/19/2022
WVU’s mountaineer statue’s creations boasts some twists and turns. Medical cannabis patients can sign up June 22 in Lewisburg. And Harpers Ferry’s historic Hilltop House grows closer to completion...read more
Flashback: The Mountaineer statue at 50
06/19/2022
What is now an enduring symbol of the spirit of West Virginia University stands 50 years after its creation outside the Mountainlair — after more than 20 years of planning and being nearly derailed multiple times by controversy and other obstacles....read more
More medical cannabis patients being registered in West Virginia
06/19/2022
Medical cannabis patients in West Virginia will have another opportunity this week to sign up for assistance....read more
Hill Top House project moving forward in Harpers Ferry
06/19/2022
The historic Hill Top House in Harpers Ferry could reopen in two years....read more
New waterfall trail in West Virginia promises 29 'breathtaking' falls
06/18/2022
Want to go chasing waterfalls? ...read more
Colorful new signs mark sites where WV history, folklore merge
06/18/2022
In 1890, a lion roamed the streets of a peaceful river town, enthralling some residents while inspiring others to enact the nation’s first leash law for apex predators....read more
Things to Do Near You: Family Adventure Camp at the Summit Bechtel Reserve
06/18/2022
Are you looking to get away this summer, but high gas prices have you stuck at home? Unfortunately, that’s the case for lots of us here in West Virginia right now. But 59News has you covered with fun for the whole family right here in our own backyard....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.18.2022
06/18/2022
Download a West Virginia Waterfall Trail passport and win prizes for visiting the falls. West Virginia’s Legends & Lore road markers commemorate the Alderson Lion, John Henry and more. And the Family Adventure Camp at Summit Bechtel Reserve offers a low-...read more
Camden Park & The Trolley Parks – West Virginia’s Golden Age of Amusement
06/17/2022
Amusement parks started in Europe, evolving from pleasure gardens and fairs, but in the United States, they were created as waterside attractions or by local trolley companies to encourage more ridership on weekends....read more
Upgrade pool day with these state park water adventures
06/17/2022
When it’s hot and humid outside, there are few things in life more refreshing than taking a dip in the pool or splashing around at a water park....read more
A Q&A with West Virginia energy experts
06/17/2022
West Virginia ranked fifth nationwide in total energy production in 2019, accounting for 5% of the U.S.’s total energy....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.17.2022
06/17/2022
The History Project profiles the golden age of amusement parks, when Camden Park was born. Discover fun water activities at West Virginia state parks. And WV Executive chats with the state’s energy leaders....read more
Apply for the Champions for Change Fellowship
06/16/2022
The Kickstart Communities Champions for Change Fellowship builds leadership skills for West Virginians who want to make a difference....read more
The West Virginia Renaissance Festival returns to Lewisburg
06/16/2022
Rising from the mists of Greenbrier Valley is the West Virginia Renaissance Festival! ...read more
Find out if you qualify for free or low-cost internet
06/16/2022
As part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, President Biden and Vice President Harris worked with Democrats, Republicans, and Independents to create the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides eligible households $30 per month off their in...read more
daily304 - Episode 6.16.2022
06/16/2022
Apply now for the Champions for Change Fellowship sponsored by WV Hub. The West Virginia Renaissance Festival brings music and merriment to Greenbrier County. And find out if you qualify for free internet!...read more
State parks continue to soar in visitor numbers
06/15/2022
West Virginia State Parks were bursting at the seams for the first official weekend of the summer season....read more
Transforming the Mountain State
06/15/2022
West Virginia manufacturers are a driving force in the state’s economy. ...read more
Vantage Ventures presents Real Talk With Roya Maher
06/15/2022
Join Vantage Ventures for a live chat with Roya Maher....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.15.2022
06/15/2022
West Virginia state parks continue to enjoy an uptick in visitors. State manufacturers discuss the industry’s future (hint – outlook is good). And learn secrets of the trade from the CEO of a woman-owned tech business in Fairmont....read more
daily304 - Episode 6.14.2022
06/14/2022
WVDNR’s new wildlife education center kicks off with a flurry of activities. Find jobs posted at WV Hub. And the WV High Tech Foundation has big plans in the works for the summer. ...read more
Activities abound at Forks of Coal wildlife education center
06/14/2022
Guided hikes, a birding walk and presentations on West Virginia snakes and birds of prey were among activities recently as the 6,500-square-foot Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center opened to the public at the Forks of Coal State Natural Area....read more
Join the WV Community Development Hub team
06/14/2022
The Hub’s Job Listings page connects talented people with organizations doing great things in West Virginia....read more
West Virginia High Tech Foundation plans solar test bed, new NOAA ground station projects for summer
06/14/2022
The West Virginia High Technology Foundation has two major projects in the works for the I-79 High Technology Park this summer: a solar test bed that could spark growth in renewable energy, and a new NOAA ground station that will monitor and collect space...read more
daily304 - Episode 6.13.2022
06/13/2022
The commercial climate weather industry takes an interest in north-central West Virginia. Follow the West Virginia Waterfalls Trail this summer and you might win a prize. And Marion County produces a handy guide to pepperoni rolls and where to buy them....read more
The future is data: Growth in the commercial climate weather industry
06/13/2022
All hours of the day and night, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is gathering terabytes of information from multiple satellites at the West Virginia High Technology Foundation’s I-79 Technology Park....read more
Add ‘West Virginia Waterfall Trail’ to your summer bucket list
06/13/2022
Chasing waterfalls takes on a whole new meaning this summer in West Virginia with the first-ever statewide Waterfall Trail....read more
Marion County CVB promotes local tradition with new pepperoni roll tour books
06/13/2022
The Marion County Convention and Visitors Bureau is aiming to promote a long-stranding local tradition with its new pepperoni roll tour booklets, which give readers a list of Marion County-based restaurants selling the regional treat as well as tells......read more
West Virginia to pilot electric school buses as GreenPower moves in
06/12/2022
With GreenPower Motor Company poised to begin production of its BEAST and Nano BEAST electric school buses in September, West Virginia school districts will pilot test the vehicles....read more
Military and Agriculture: A symbiotic relationship
06/12/2022
For some veterans and active-duty members, agriculture offers an opportunity to gain back the camaraderie that