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daily304 - Episode 12.21.2021
12/21/2021
The WV Small Business Development Center offers coaching and assistance to those just starting out; Morgantown's new community food kitchen is designed to help budding entrepreneurs … and a federal grant helps develop coal communities....read more

daily304 - Episode 12.20.2021
12/20/2021
The Advantage Valley's research organizations and higher ed connections help advance innovation; learn how a Morgantown company is making an impact with renewable energy; and learn how American icon Fiesta Tableware came to be....read more

daily304 - Episode 12.19.2021
12/19/2021
See how many bald eagles you can spot on this scenic train ride; Winterplace program teaches little ones to ski and snowboard; and Frosty the Snowman has his roots in West Virginia....read more

daily304 - Episode 12.18.2021
12/18/2021
New to the Advantage Valley and looking for something to do? There's plenty of fun to be had in Almost Heaven; find out how you can help protect the state's box turtle population; and learn about Sugar Grove's connection to the Cold War...read more

Let There Be Light
12/17/2021
Driving through elaborate holiday light displays is a tradition that never gets old. Here are a few of our favorites from every corner of the state from Mason to Mercer counties. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.17.2021
12/17/2021
'Tis the season for holiday light displays, and these are some of the best in the state; discover a Palace of Gold, right in West Virginia; and White Grass is a USA Today Top 10 cross-country ski resort....read more

daily304 - Episode 12.16.2021
12/16/2021
Raleigh County's first collaborative kitchen encourages food entrepreneurship; applying for a business loan can be daunting, but these steps will help; and West Virginia native John Ellison reflects on his "some kind of wonderful life."...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.15.2021
12/15/2021
Love winter activities? Check out these West Virginia state parks; Marshall's aviation school announces drone donation; and what are the top three reasons to live and work in the Advantage Valley....read more

daily304 - Episode 12.14.2021
12/14/2021
A WVU cycling partnership results in a new STEM class; an Atlanta consultant is bringing business home to West Virginia; and the WVDNR offers prizes for those who purchase a 2022 hunting, fishing or trapping license...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.13.2021
12/13/2021
Clendenin's petrochemical industry is recognized as a National Historic Chemical Landmark; more tech jobs are coming to the Morgantown area; and Appalachian Beekeeping Collective wins a prestigious award. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.12.2021
12/12/2021
WV State Parks offers gift suggestions for outdoor lovers … check out the new boutique hotel at Snowshoe … and shop local with the Huntington Area Holiday Gift Guide. ...read more

The 22 Best Places to Go in 2022
12/11/2021
This was the year of getting back out there—as vaccines became readily available in the spring and borders opened slowly throughout the summer and fall, our travel calendars began to fill up once again. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.11.2021
12/11/2021
A new terminal and control tower are two improvements Yeager Airport is contemplating, thanks to infrastructure dollars; West Virginia is named one of the 22 places to visit on an international list compiled by Conde Nast; and treat your loved ones to a M...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.10.2021
12/10/2021
Find out how a Martinsburg facility is turning waste into renewable fuel; university teams compete in a mine rescue competition; and a Latin American software company chooses West Virginia as its second home. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.9.2021
12/09/2021
"America's Got Talent" winner performs a series of holiday concerts; visit these charming West Virginia towns and feel like you're in a Hallmark Christmas movie; and, looking for that perfect tree? Visit a West Virginia Christmas tree farm!...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.8.2021
12/08/2021
A WV native's photo makes a prestigious TIME Magazine list; the WVDNR partners with the US Forest Service to restore habitat in the Monongahela National Forest; and a state pediatrician discusses COVID-19 and how it affects children....read more

daily304 - Episode 12.7.2021
12/07/2021
Find a new career in manufacturing at Jobcase; schedule your company's next training at this state-of-the-art facility near Charleston; and learn why Wheeling is a great place to live and work...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.6.2021
12/06/2021
More high-tech business comes to West Virginia; post job listings for free at Jobcase.com; and listen to seasoned legends and emerging stars on the Mountain Stage podcast...read more

Employee Recruitment
12/06/2021
The state of West Virginia has partnered with Jobcase – a social media platform with over 120 million members – to help make hiring easier and more successful for West Virginia businesses. ...read more

ChalleNGe Academy graduates 5,000th student
12/05/2021
On a recent Friday afternoon, Hailey M. Efaw walked across a stage at Camp Dawson and became a milestone. Cadet Efaw became the 5,000th graduate in the West Virginia National Guard's Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy program. Cheered on by their families......read more

daily304 - Episode 12.5.2021
12/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy marks a milestone; a band director enjoys his tree farm hobby; and – calling all artists – the WVDNR wants YOUR wildlife paintings for its next calendar. Read more…...read more

Christmas at the Fair
12/04/2021
The State Fair of West Virginia is happy to announce Christmas at the Fair is back! This year is our second annual Christmas Light Drive-Thru experience. Set to take place on Thursdays-Sundays from 6 PM – 9 PM, starting on Friday, November 26......read more

daily304 - Episode 12.4.2021
12/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Harpers Ferry's historic Hilltop House edges closer to resurrection; travel to Hanging Rock Observatory, one of the state's best places for birdwatching; and the state fairgrounds host a drive-thru holiday light show. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 12.3.2021
12/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Progress is made in a new recreational trails system in Southern West Virginia; enjoy a traditional German Christmas – in Shepherdstown; and Green Bank Observatory gets high marks on a new review. Read more…...read more

Meet the folks behind Morgan Rhea leather
12/02/2021
Morgan Rhea's journey began the day she met Michael at orientation in 2011 at Savannah College of Art and Design. Little did they know that they would be collaborating over the next four years and be married a few years later. The passion for designing......read more

daily304 - Episode 12.2.2021
12/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new Jobs & Hope website is designed to help recovering addicts; the WV Secretary of State's Office publishes a voter's guide for those with visual impairments; and learn more about Morgan Rhea luxury leather designs. Read more…...read more

West Side developers get into the spirits
12/01/2021
The magic is in the cave, Tighe and John Bullock trust. Tighe and his father, John, learned of its existence near Renick on the Greenbrier-Pocahontas county line. A geological engineer, John Bullock thought a distiller could use that water to churn out......read more

daily304 - Episode 12.1.2021
12/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – More renewable energy is coming to Monongalia County; join a webinar and learn the scoop on running a childcare business; and The Bullock Distillery prepares to open on Charleston's West Side. Read more…...read more

Chris Holmes COVID Experience Story
11/30/2021
Chris Holmes, a 44-year-old from Sissonville, fell ill with COVID-19 last summer and spent 80 days in the hospital fighting for his life. Everyone in his family contracted COVID, Holmes said, except for his daughter, a healthcare worker who chose to......read more

Purchase a West Virginia hunting license
11/30/2021
Purchasing a hunting or fishing license is more convenient than ever before. Residents and non-residents can enroll, pay and print through the Electronic Licensing & Game Check System. Visit the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources online to......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.30.2021
11/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Virgin Hyperloop supporters eagerly await infrastructure funding; a Sissonville man shares why he thinks COVID vaccines are important; and purchase your hunting license now through WVDNR's new online system. Read more…...read more

Catalysts for Growth in Cabell County
11/29/2021
Where town and country intersect with bustling city streets and quiet winding backroads, you will find historic Cabell County. Bound by the mighty Ohio River and anchored by Huntington, the second largest city in the Mountain State, Cabell County is......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.29.2021
11/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The New River Gorge seeks federal funding to grow its outdoor economy; Cabell County offers catalysts for growth; and CentralApp connects companies with tech workers in Appalachia. Read more…...read more

In the Chef's Corner: Christopher's Eats
11/28/2021
Located in Huntington, WV, Christopher's Eats is an upscale American restaurant fueled by its community. Christopher's serves fresh, homemade cuisine with a mission of bringing people together. A relaxed and eclectic atmosphere creates a beautiful yet......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.28.2021
11/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WV pediatricians recommend vaccines for eligible children; an ex-pat returns to Huntington to open a gourmet restaurant; and hunters can win big prizes with the Big Buck Photo Contest. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.27.2021
11/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Area leaders examine the future of the New River Gorge region; WV Executive and BusinessLink compile a list of resources for WV startups … and Smooth Ambler Spirits releases its first 100% self-distilled rye whiskey. Read more…...read more

West Virginia's Entrepreneurship Resources
11/27/2021
Over 1 million new businesses will be started in the U.S. by the end of 2021. Of these, over half will end up failing within 10 years. A few reasons for failure include a lack of capital, insufficient management, vague business planning or fiscal......read more

Smooth Ambler's rye whiskey adventure
11/27/2021
The unicorn chasers will be out in force this holiday season, as Smooth Ambler Spirits unveils its first 100 per cent self-distilled rye whiskey. Founders' Cask Strength Series Straight Rye Whiskey is a five-year-old, non-chill filtered, non-carbon......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.26.2021
11/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Thinking of doing contract work with the Air Force? Learn what to expect; the Division of Rehabilitation Services assists persons with disabilities in finding work; and Dem 2 Brothers & a Grill is Charleston's premiere BBQ......read more

Vocational rehabilitation
11/26/2021
The Division of Rehabilitation Services is West Virginia's primary vocational rehabilitation resource for people with disabilities who want to work. DRS helps many West Virginians prepare for careers consistent with their interests, needs and abilities......read more

Dem 2 Brothers & A Grill a premier BBQ destination
11/26/2021
Founded by Adrian "Bay" Wright, Dem 2 Brothers and a Grill is Charleston's premier barbecue destination. The small family restaurant has attracted national attention, being featured on Food Network's "Southern Fried Road Trip" and "HBO's Our Towns......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.25.2021
11/25/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Grab your tickets now and get ready to go sledding at Blackwater Falls; find a career in public safety through jobcase.com; and get a breath of fresh air this Black Friday – #OptOutside at West Virginia state parks and forests......read more

Public safety jobs in West Virginia that are hiring
11/25/2021
What is better than an amazing community? Having a rewarding career to support it! Public safety jobs are among the most important jobs in West Virginia because they ensure safe communities and support the high quality of life that the Mountain State......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.24.2021
11/24/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The West Virginia Department of Economic Development provides guidance for exporters; these free online resources can help your business achieve its goals; and WVU teams up with a nanotech company to improve medical mannequins......read more

5 free resources for West Virginia businesses
11/24/2021
"There's no 'I' in team," "Teamwork makes the dream work," "United we stand, divided we fall," – you get the picture. Teamwork is the name of the game in the business world, so it's paramount to begin networking and making those essential connections......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.23.2021
11/23/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The West Virginia Training and Conference Center offers meeting space for industrial training; the Robert C. Byrd Institute sponsors a virtual workshop on military contracting opportunities; and the WV SBDC presents its Holiday......read more

Doing Business with the U.S. Navy & Marine Corps
11/23/2021
The Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) in partnership with the Regional Contracting Assistance Center will host a virtual workshop Dec. 8 featuring the U.S. Navy Office of Small Business Programs. Learn about contracting opportunities for your small......read more

The 2021 Holiday Marketing Guide
11/23/2021
43%. That is the percentage of people who have already started their holiday shopping, who did so, in fact, before the end of October. What does this mean for West Virginia small business owners? It's time to bust out your 2021 holiday marketing......read more

Buck firearms deer season opens Monday, Nov. 22
11/22/2021
West Virginia's traditional buck firearms season opens Monday, Nov. 22 and runs through Sunday, Dec. 5, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced. "Hunters should enjoy a great 2021 buck season this year," said Paul Johansen......read more

The Newest High School 'Sport' in W.Va. -- Robotics Team
11/22/2021
Robotics team competitions are now recognized as a high school co-curricular activity under the West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission. The designation was made official Nov. 1, and NASA's Education Resource Center is leading the way......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.22.2021
11/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Traditional buck firearms season is now open; take a drive through the Eastern Panhandle and discover history, culture and more; and a new designation for school robotics teams is good news for STEM students. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.21.2021
11/21/2021
Charleston restaurateurs prepare to open brewery in Clendenin; several West Virginia cities are featured in the nationwide "Honor Your Hometown" campaign; and a property listing in Clarksburg is ideal for software as a service (SaaS) companies...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.20.2021
11/20/2021
Children's authors discuss creativity, Appalachia and diversity; learn how you can help prevent wildfires; and mountain bikers flock to West Virginia state parks....read more

Fire Burning Guidelines
11/20/2021
West Virginia holds strict standards for forest fire laws in order to protect one of the state's most valuable resources – our forests....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.19.2021
11/19/2021
Experience global cuisine in Almost Heaven West Virginia; take a road trip through the Eastern Panhandle; and state officials look forward to advancing highway projects with passage of the infrastructure bill....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.18.2021
11/18/2021
Construction begins on Marshall's Brad D. Smith Center for Business and Innovation; the WVDNR offers tips for helping to preserve the state's monarch population; Muriale's owner reflects on 50 years in the family restaurant business...read more

Economic summit to take place next week
11/17/2021
New opportunities in new industries will be key to the future of the economy in the New River Gorge Region, said Jina Belcher, executive director of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.17.2021
11/17/2021
Toyota West Virginia invests $240 million for upgrades; re-discover Wheeling's Mozart Park with a trip through the archives; and regional leaders discuss the future of economic development in the New River Gorge....read more

Hunters helping the hungry
11/16/2021
Generous hunters are donating deer to the Hunters Helping the Hungry Program, which provides thousands of pounds of venison to needy families across the state....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.16.2021
11/16/2021
The first medical cannabis dispensary is up and running in West Virginia; Hunters Helping the Hungry continues to feed needy families throughout the Mountain State; and for the first time in our nation's history, the United States Army Field Band has......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.15.2021
11/15/2021
A Ripley apparel and fundraising business joins WV SBDC's "Come In, We're Open" campaign; lookout towers stand as lofty reminders of the state's firefighting history; and take a scenic drive through West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle....read more

McGhin Named Student-Athlete of the Week
11/14/2021
After becoming the sixth shooter in Mountaineer program history to shoot a perfect, 600 in air rifle, sophomore Molly McGhin of the West Virginia University rifle team has been named the WVU Student-Athlete Athlete of the Week......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.14.2021
11/14/2021
A Mountaineer Challenge Academy grad gets an invitation to West Point; WVU's student athlete of the week shoots a perfect score for the rifle team; and a Berkeley County pediatrician says vaccinating kids will help prevent COVID spread. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.13.2021
11/13/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Fishing opportunities abound at West Virginia state parks and forests; WVU Press aims to showcase Appalachian authors; and Ravenswood's Constellium plant gets a major upgrade....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.12.2021
11/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A West Virginia native and businessman offers advice for budding entrepreneurs; Nerf Wars are coming to Huntington; and parents are encouraged to sign up their children for Round 3 of the Do It for Babydog sweepstakes. ...read more

Walking in Wheeling, West Virginia
11/11/2021
Last week, I traveled to Wheeling, West Virginia, on a solo trip. I stayed in an old apartment on 16th Street and spent my days walking, reading, and photographing....read more

W.Va. virtual entrepreneur fair set for Nov. 16
11/11/2021
Featuring experienced investors, assistance providers and innovators who have "been there and done that," the 3 Steps to StartUp Venture Fair aims to provide West Virginia tech-focused, research-driven entrepreneurs an opportunity to learn critical......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.11.2021
11/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A documentarian travels to Wheeling and shares his experience; Ascend WV's founder outlines his next step; and entrepreneurs across West Virginia are encouraged to attend the virtual 3 Steps to StartUp Venture Fair. ...read more

Defense companies in West Virginia
11/10/2021
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

daily304 - Episode 11.10.2021
11/10/2021
Learn why West Virginia is an ideal location for the defense industry; the WV Community Development Hub offers tips on how you can make a difference in your neighborhood; and West Virginia ranks high in states that offer computer science courses....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.9.2021
11/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Tour a secret underground bunker at the Greenbrier; a new outdoor leader at WVU specializes in sustainable trail development; and the WVDNR's updated electronic licensing system is a breeze for hunters and anglers to use....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.8.2021
11/08/2021
Braskem production facility celebrates 60 years in Kenova; $1 million earmarked for WVU NASA program; and WV Economic Development touts the chemical and polymer production industry in the Mountain State....read more

daily304 - Episode 11.7.2021
11/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Skiers and hikers flock to a Davis pizzeria; Matewan buildings are set to undergo major renovation; and the WV Bigfoot Museum pays tribute to the mysterious mountain creature. Read more…...read more

Sirianni's Cafe: A pizza landmark in the Canaan Valley
11/07/2021
Michael Goss is the co-owner of Sirianni's Cafe, located in Davis, West Virginia, a landmark dining experience in the tourism capital of the state. Sirianni's pizza has fed hundreds of thousands of hungry skiing and hiking families and enthusiasts over......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.7.2021
11/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Skiers and hikers flock to a Davis pizzeria; Matewan buildings are set to undergo major renovation; and the WV Bigfoot Museum pays tribute to the mysterious mountain creature. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.6.2021
11/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Flatwoods Monster becomes a pop culture sensation; a new campaign targets heart health for hunters; and pediatricians tout the safety of vaccines. Read more…...read more

RCBI expands machinist program to meet industry demand
11/05/2021
The Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) is expanding its nationally recognized Machinist Technology/CNC program to meet industry demand for skilled workers. RCBI, in conjunction with Mountwest Community & Technical College, will launch a new Machinist......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.5.2021
11/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – RCBI and Mountwest prepare to launch a new machinist/technology class; Lonely Planet says Almost Heaven is the place to be; and a nonprofit supports Appalachian beekeepers … Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.4.2021
11/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Family friendly flow courses are the next big thing in mountain biking, and West Virginia is leading the way; watch an aerial video showcasing Marshall's campus; and a new aerospace facility is coming to Bridgeport. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.3.2021
11/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Pratt & Whitney in Bridgeport celebrates 50 years; WVU's new robotic pollinator is designed to assist agriculture production; and major revitalization project is coming to downtown Martinsburg. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 11.2.2021
11/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Another science and technology company launches in West Virginia; state officials discuss plans for broadband improvement; and two Canaan Valley ecosystems are designated as WV Natural Areas. Read more…...read more

Vertx Partners launches operations in West Virginia
11/02/2021
Vertx Partners, a collaborator with the Dayton, Ohio nonprofit organization Parallax Advanced Research, has launched operations in West Virginia to support the development of science and technology innovation in the Appalachian Region. Led by U.S. Air......read more

$1B broadband investment to focus on unserved
11/02/2021
West Virginia residents have heard promises in the past of improved internet speeds and expanded availability for those who didn't have it. The complaint from state residents is that the result of those promises has been those already with internet......read more

daily304 - Episode 11.1.2021
11/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Good Morning America visits Almost Heaven; U-Haul honors small businesses in the Mountain State; and a virtual conference highlights #WVsolutions. Read more…...read more

GMA shows some love to New River Gorge area
11/01/2021
ABC News' Stephanie Ramos can now count herself among those who have traversed the catwalk on the underbelly of the New River Gorge Bridge. Ramos, an ABC News correspondent, was in Fayette County Thursday and Friday to shoot a live segment for "Good......read more

West Virginia The Conservation Fund
11/01/2021
Although the formal SBA week event has been postponed, U-Haul is still celebrating and thanking our small business dealers across the nation. We believe the future for U-Haul is very bright in West Virginia. Watch as area businessmen and women talk......read more

Small communities, big solutions conference
11/01/2021
Each year, the Alliance for Economic Development of Southern West Virginia, the West Virginia Community Development Hub and Coalfield Development team up to shine a spotlight on West Virginia, by hosting the Small Communities, Big Solutions Conference......read more

Employment opportunities
10/31/2021
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with the Robert. C. Byrd Institute, West Virginia's Manufacturing Technology Center. Positions that are currently available with RCBI are listed on this page. Read more......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.31.2021
10/31/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Family Forest Carbon Program opens enrollment to WV landowners; a Martinsburg orchard is named one of the country's Top 10; and RCBI at Marshall is hiring. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.30.2021
10/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The USDA teams up with the WV National Guard to repurpose abandoned coal mines and create jobs; discover America's most haunted town; and "Good Morning, America" showcases the beauty of Almost Heaven. Read more…...read more

Why Some Say This Is The Most Haunted Town In America
10/30/2021
Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is older than our country, that's why it has a reputation as the "Most Haunted Town In America." Initially settled by Native Americans, the first European settler was Thomas Shepherd. He received the land grant parcel......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.29.2021
10/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Greenbrier County meat company is expanding, thanks to an angel investor; Wheeling opens its historic Scottish Rite Cathedral to the public; and travel to the tiny community that serves as home to a famous steelpan drum......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.28.2021
10/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A major waterfront project is coming to Fairmont; West Virginia's natural gas industry receives a good report; and guests are invited to tour a haunted barge … if you dare! Read more…...read more

3 Steps to StartUp Venture Fair
10/27/2021
Entrepreneurs across West Virginia and the region are encouraged to attend the virtual 3 Steps to StartUp Venture Fair, taking place from 9:00am-noon on Tuesday, November 16. This event builds on the content and lessons communicated during the 3 Steps......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.27.2021
10/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – At Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company, the glass is always half full; the WV Mine Wars Museum attracts visitors from near and far; and entrepreneurs are encouraged to sign up for an educational webinar. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.26.2021
10/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Procter & Gamble manufacturing giant is hiring in Inwood; a new port on the Ohio River could serve as a shipping hub for the Midwest; and an eco-friendly company turns coal into fertilizer in Raleigh County. Read more…...read more

New Port Of West Virginia Moves Forward
10/26/2021
Empire Diversified Energy is developing the Port of West Virginia, a multifunctional, transmodal inland port terminal on the Ohio River in the city of Follansbee. The company's wholly owned subsidiary, Empire Trimodal Terminal LLC, received permission......read more

Englo Global to move near WVU Tech campus
10/26/2021
Coal will remain vital in southern West Virginia though generating alternative uses as part of a plan by Ron Hedrick, president of the Raleigh County Veterans Museum. In 2019, Hedrick brainstormed a plan to draw an eco-friendly company, Englo Global......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.25.2021
10/25/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Construction is under way on the Bridgeport airport expansion; researchers see economic potential in coal waste piles; and WV Economic Development offers advice for exporters. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.24.2021
10/24/2021
​Bridgeport resident Annie Neeley releases her new album; Theatre West Virginia returns next summer with "Hatfields and McCoys" and West Virginia's broadband expansion team seeks input from state residents.​...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.23.2021
10/23/2021
We pay a visit to waterfall country in Almost Heaven … this couple turned their sweet hobby into a business … and find out why fall hiking is the best at West Virginia state parks....read more

daily304 - Episode 10.22.21.2021
10/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Find public safety jobs at Jobcase.com; Meadow River residents restore their flood-stricken community; and a manufacturing facility expands in Mineral Wells...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.21.2021
10/21/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Classroom 2 Career Navigator launches to assist students with finding a college; the WVDNR offers tips for fall hunting; and Friends of the Cheat receives funds to boost regional tourism....read more

Tradition Meets Innovation In West Virginia
10/20/2021
From hand-crafted glass at The Blenko Glass Company and Paul Wissmach Glass, to hand-forged tools at Warwood Tool, West Virginian artisans at these companies have been manufacturing quality products collectively for more than 400 years. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.20.2021
10/20/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Chicago remote worker finds new life in Almost Heave; RCBI receives a $1.49 million grant; and artisans combine tradition with innovation...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.19.2021
10/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Fall trout stockings return to West Virginia waters; the WV SBDC earns full accreditation; and the public is invited to attend a listening tour regarding the American Rescue Plan Act....read more

daily304 - Episode 10.18.2021
10/18/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The future of coal lies in outer space; RCBI sponsors its annual Tri-State Makes Festival; and New Martinsville city leaders are transforming their community. ...read more

How to host First Friday events in your community
10/17/2021
Are you working to bring energy into your community? Do you want to see more people in your downtown spaces? Are there a number of local craftspeople, artists, farmers, and other entrepreneurs in your region that you'd like to bring together? ...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.17.2021
10/17/2021
Learn how to host your own First Friday event; a wind project in Barbour and Randolph counties gets an upgrade; and Marshall debuts its new Institute for Cyber Security...read more

2021 West Virginia Wonder Women
10/16/2021
Since 2014, WV Living magazine has been honoring West Virginia Wonder Women, amazing women who are raising the bar in their communities, serving as beacons of light in their industries, and forcing change for the greater good....read more

daily304 - Episode 10.16.2021
10/16/2021
Secretary of State's office registers 1,214 new businesses in September; two "sister cities" near the New River Gorge join forces to attract tourism; and WV Living honors West Virginia Wonder Women. ...read more

Ridenour Lake's new trails a boon to bikers, hikers
10/15/2021
For the last few years, Tracy Toler has been building trails at Nitro's Ridenour Lake in Kanawha County. As a mountain biking enthusiast and Nitro resident, Toler gladly donated his time to help improve his community's opportunities for outdoor pursuits....read more

Emergency Broadband Benefit
10/15/2021
The Emergency Broadband Benefit is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic....read more

daily304 - Episode 10.15.2021
10/15/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Belle Chemical Company continues to say #YesWV; more improvements are coming to a Nitro park … and broadband assistance is available to qualifying households. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.14.2021
10/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – An economic development grant provides a major boost to the Robert C. Byrd Institute; order your 2022 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar today; and flatwater trails bring travelers to Almost Heaven. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 10.13.2021
10/13/2021
On today's Daily 304 – One of the songwriters behind "Country Roads" discusses the inspiration for the iconic song; Blackwater Falls shines in the fall; and find manufacturing jobs at Jobcase.com....read more

West Virginia Manufacturing Jobs Quick Facts
10/12/2021
The manufacturing industry is booming in West Virginia! Come and check out these opportunities and join a career where your work matters. Did you know that everything from the base polymers in cosmetics and window seals, to finished goods such as spark......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.12.2021
10/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – One of the songwriters behind "Country Roads" discusses the inspiration for the iconic song; Blackwater Falls shines in the fall; and find manufacturing jobs at Jobcase.com. Read more…...read more

Crafts on the Coal offers ice cream on wheels
10/11/2021
If you're looking for some sweet treats, just look for the crafty trailer from St. Albans, West Virginia. Established in July 2020, Crafts of the Coal is a food trailer that serves gourmet ice cream every weekend. The business is co-owned by T.J......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.11.2021
10/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Martinsburg plant is part of Procter & Gamble's goal for net zero emissions; a solar installation in Huntington is expected to save an estimated $130,000 in power bills; and Crafts on the Coal ice cream truck offers sweet......read more

7 WFH jobs in West Virginia
10/10/2021
West Virginia is one of the most beautiful states in the country. Everywhere you go, you're surrounded by mountainous scenery and rugged terrain - making it a perfect place to enjoy outdoor activities, soak in historical sites, and enjoy a relaxing......read more

WV SBDC offers training
10/10/2021
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center coaches offer Business Fundamentals workshops at different locations around the state. Business Fundamentals is designed specifically for people who are thinking of starting a business, or have had a......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.10.2021
10/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Find remote work and stay in Almost Heaven … check out which companies are hiring; plan a visit to America's newest national park during peak color; and the WV SBDC offers free workshops for those just starting a business …...read more

Walk through the Arboretum
10/09/2021
Seventy years ago, a swath of farmland on a hillside became the Core Arboretum. Beside the Monongahela River, with a rail-trail running through it, the tree sanctuary is made up of 91 acres. Inside, there is a spot for you. On a footbridge above a......read more

2022 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar available
10/09/2021
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that the 2022 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is now available to purchase. As of Thursday, that calendar is available online, at retail outlets and WVDNR offices throughout the state......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.9.2021
10/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WVU and Marshall receive grants to support mine safety education and training; get back to nature at Core Arboretum; and the 2022 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is now available. Read more…...read more

10 items to add to your WV state park fall bucket list
10/08/2021
When autumn colors blanket the hills and mountains of Almost Heaven, you know it's time to visit a West Virginia state park or forest. Plan a trip and check off these bucket list items. Take a hike and enjoy the sights and sounds of autumn. West......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.8.2021
10/08/2021
On today's Daily 304 – ARC awards millions for water infrastructure; an award-winning vegan restaurant comes to Charleston; and get started on your fall bucket list at WV state parks. Read more…...read more

Your guide to fall adventures at Babcock State Park
10/07/2021
There are few places in West Virginia that are as iconic as Babcock State Park. The park's famous grist mill is one of the most photographed places in the state and fall is one of the best times to visit and snap a picture of your own. But while you......read more

Love for state blossoms in West Virginia tourism industry
10/07/2021
Beckley native Lisa Strader was 20 years old when she began her career in tourism in West Virginia. Her first position was the New River Travel Council, now called Visit Southern West Virginia. Though that organization would later make a huge impact on......read more

Nicholas native finds passion later in life
10/07/2021
In the mid-'90s Judy Moore decided to open her own business as a travel agent. Like most small businesses, it lasted only about a year. Moore said she believes her business was unsuccessful partly because of the growing popularity of the internet but......read more

Remote approach luring people to WV
10/06/2021
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

Seven places to hike in Morgantown this fall
10/06/2021
Fall is a special time of year in wild and wonderful West Virginia. Stunning foliage and moderate temperatures attract natives, students and tourists alike to the great outdoors of the state. The Morgantown area has a nice variety of hiking trails that......read more

WV resource center
10/06/2021
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

daily304 - Episode 10.6.2021
10/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Ascend WV lures workers to Almost Heaven; check out hiking trails around Morgantown … and learn more about employment in West Virginia....read more

Get lost in nature at WV's largest state park
10/05/2021
When we think of mountain getaways, we think of places like Watoga State Park. Here, you can enjoy peace and quiet and outdoor adventures on more than 10,000 acres of mountain wilderness. So, plan a trip to West Virginia's largest state park and get......read more

Small communities, big solutions
10/05/2021
Each year, the Alliance for Economic Development of Southern West Virginia, the West Virginia Community Development Hub and Coalfield Development team up to shine a spotlight on southern West Virginia, by hosting the Small Communities, Big Solutions......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.5.2021
10/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – An anonymous gift results in upgrades at WVU's design school; Plan an Almost Heaven getaway to West Virginia's largest state park; and sign up for a virtual conference spotlighting southern West Virginia. Read more…...read more

Oglebay lake offers fun for the whole family
10/04/2021
Located in the heart of Oglebay Park, Schenk Lake provides a variety of activities for guests of all ages! Activities include boating, miniature golf, aerial challenge course, hiking trails, and more. For additional information, please call Schenk......read more

WV SBDC offers free workshops
10/04/2021
WV SBDC coaches offer Business Fundamentals workshops at different locations around the state. Business Fundamentals is designed specifically for people who are thinking of starting a business, or have had a business for one year or less. Topics......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.4.2021
10/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Plan a fall getaway to this lake in Wheeling; sign up for a free business fundamentals workshop; and check out what's new at Coopers Rock State Forest. Read more…...read more

Laxton working to improve county economy
10/03/2021
Christy Laxton grew up in poverty, vowing to make a better life for herself and her family. Going to work at the age of 14, she pulled herself up by the bootstraps. After getting married, giving birth to her first child, and continuing to work......read more

Volunteer Recognition Mini Grants
10/03/2021
V​olunteer West Virginia is happy to announce the availability of mini grants to host volunteer recognition projects and events. Thanking volunteers is an important part of managing and retaining volunteers. The goal of this project is to help......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.3.2021
10/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Wyoming County Economic Development Authority director looks back on 20 years of service; a Huntington Museum of Art exhibit honors the city's 150th anniversary; and Volunteer West Virginia offers mini grants … Read more…...read more

Spooky spots: Road trips and more during the scary season
10/02/2021
Just slightly behind the reintroduction of all things pumpkin spice, the Halloween season is upon us. While it's perfectly fine to sit home this year with a big bucket of popcorn on your lap and stream your favorite scary movies, there are plenty of......read more

Faculty member discovers new writings by Walt Whitman
10/02/2021
Dr. Stefan Schöberlein, an assistant professor in the Department of English and the director of digital humanities at Marshall University, along with a colleague from the University of Idaho, Dr. Zachary Turpin, are receiving acclaim in the literary......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.2.2021
10/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Looking for a good scare? Check out these spooky Mountain State attractions; new writings are unearthed from poet Walt Whitman; and we discover (or re-discover) the beauty of Canaan Valley. Read more…...read more

Subscribe to the Daily 304
10/01/2021
Get your daily fix of the Daily 304 featuring updates on new and interesting things taking place in Almost Heaven – on every subject from business development to tourism. Visit wv.gov/daily 304 to read about latest happenings around the state......read more

daily304 - Episode 10.01.2021
10/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Take a test to help improve broadband in West Virginia; subscribe to our daily newsletter and podcast; and friends join forces to create a demolition construction company. Read more…...read more

Toyota celebrates 25 years in West Virginia
09/30/2021
​One of West Virginia's largest private manufacturing facilities celebrated a major milestone over the weekend. Saturday marked 25 years since the Toyota plant opened in Buffalo, West Virginia......read more

Fall colors expected to return to WV in late October
09/30/2021
As temperatures fall and autumn approaches, West Virginians can expect some colors in the leaves in the southern regions in late October. The West Virginia Division of Forestry, along with assistance from the Department of Tourism, released the state's......read more

daily304 - Episode 9.30.2021
09/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Toyota Manufacturing marks 25 years at its Putnam location; Business Coach Sharon Stratton is 2021's state star; and fall color peaks in late October in southern West Virginia. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.29.21
09/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new tourism program targets communities bordering the Monongahela National Forest; help improve West Virginia's broadband service by taking a quick test; and Tamarack marketplace off I-64 celebrates 25 years of promoting Almost......read more

Elkins part of program set to build economies
09/29/2021
Elkins is one of eight communities which will benefit from the launch of a new program to build local economies. The West Virginia Community Development Hub has announced Downtown Appalachia: Revitalizing Recreation Economies, a strategic three-year......read more

West Virginia's Tamarack celebrates turning 25
09/29/2021
Tamarack Marketplace turned 25 on September 25th and held an anniversary celebration that included several local vendors and West Virginia craft breweries throughout the state. Organizers envisioned a vibrant cottage industry in West Virginia where......read more

daily304 - Episode 9.28.2021
09/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Dynamic Dyslexia and Speech in Weirton wants you to know, "Come In, We're Open"; a grant will assist in training coal miners in cyber security … and a Appalachian Trail hiker documents his 2,000 mile journey in a 4-minute video....read more

daily304 - Episode 9.27.2021
09/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – An angel investor collaborates with a Morgantown-based innovation lab; discover history and scenic beauty along the Midland Trail; and grab your copy of Hashtag West Virginia entertainment newspaper. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.26.2021
09/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Enjoy a fall foliage train ride at Cass Scenic Railroad; Charleston's Black Locust Woodshop provides custom creations for area homes and businesses; and Almost Heaven tourism heads to the racetrack....read more

daily304 - Episode 9.25.2021
09/25/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Bluefield businesses band together to help combat product shortages; a Positively West Virginia highlights attractions and Monongalia County … and the Dislocated Worker Program provides temp work to those affected by the pandemic...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.24.2021
09/24/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Bridgeport's Airport continues to post good numbers; the West Virginia Office of Economic Development talks exporting to the Middle East; and the Mountain State looks to a "greener" future....read more

West Virginia Economic Outlook Conference
09/23/2021
Come learn more about our state's economic future, including an in-depth discussion of the challenges that we must overcome to achieve economic prosperity and new opportunities that we see as we emerge from the COVID recession....read more

daily304 - Episode 9.23.2021
09/23/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Sign up for the WV Economic Outlook Conference in Charleston; a WVU extension agent helps promote tourism in southern West Virginia; and an Elkins woodworking facility upgrades...read more

Grow Ohio Valley Plans New Food Hub for Wheeling
09/22/2021
Grow Ohio Valley's organizers are hopeful the proposed Wheeling Food Hub will provide local farmers or small restaurateurs the necessary shared commercial kitchen space and tools they need to take their harvest or a special recipe dish and get it ......read more

daily304 - Episode 9.22.2021
09/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A doctor in Morgantown designs a new tool for bariatric surgery; farmers and commercial cooks in Wheeling will benefit from a new food hub … and more jobs are coming to West Virginia. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.21.2021
09/21/2021
A $2 million grant is designed to assist WVU scientists in space exploration … explore Almost Heaven with your free travel guide … and learn more about Jefferson County's ROCKWOOL facility. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.20.2021
09/20/2021
Aspiring entrepreneurs are encouraged to join a statewide network … "Space Gal" Emily Calandrelli launches project for women in aviation … and WVU's Daily Athenaeum adapts with the times. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.19.2021
09/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – RCBI hosts a student agricultural challenge; plan an exciting trip through southern West Virginia; and more manufacturing jobs are coming to Jefferson County. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.18.2021
09/18/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Experience fall colors on a zipline canopy tour; Snowshoe hosts the final round of the World Cup; and check out the new interactive map of West Virginia hauntings....read more

daily304 – Episode 9.17.2021
09/17/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Charleston city employees to receive $750 if vaccinated; Oliverio Peppers are spotlighted on Kathy Ireland's show; and WV BusinessLink provides resources for small business owners. ...read more

daily304 – Episode 9.16.2021
09/16/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Mountain Stage host Larry Groce hands over the reins; the Nitro Police cruisers go electric; and a Nigerian athlete finds hope—and home—in West Virginia. ...read more

Family Fun Farm
09/15/2021
Solve corn mazes, ride down Slide Mountain, shoot apple cannons and slingshots, jump on giant jump pads. And get all the great eats and pumpkin treats you want. ...read more

daily304 – Episode 9.14.2021
09/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – High Tech Bourbon Barrels, Autumn like nowhere else, and the WV National Guard plays pivotal role in Afghanistan - ...read more

daily304 – Episode 9.13.2021
09/13/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Toyota cranks out transmission in WV, top five small business mistakes, check out this tech training opportunity with CentralApp...read more

daily304 – Episode 9.12.2021
09/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Centurian businesses in Mon County … Ascend WV Lewisburg applications are now open … and a historic bridge gets a new life. Read more…...read more

Businesses receive Centurion Awards
09/12/2021
Secretary of State Mac Warner honored Centurion Businesses of Monongalia County with the West Virginia Centurion Chamber of Commerce Award on Tuesday morning. The award recognizes active business entities that have been in continuous operation for 100......read more

Lewisburg Ascends WV applications open
09/12/2021
Having reached the greatest heights of business success in Silicon Valley and beyond, Brad Smith could not escape the magnetic pull of his home state. One thing became clear: West Virginia was drawing him back to the mountains that made him. With the......read more

Historic Wheeling Bridge to be restored
09/12/2021
Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division of Highways have announced that a project to repair and rehabilitate the historic Wheeling Suspension Bridge at Wheeling, West Virginia, has been awarded. Advantage Steel & Construction was awarded a......read more

September 11th Memorial
09/11/2021
The National September 11 Memorial & Museum will lead the nation, and the world, as we mark the passage of two decades since the day that changed our lives forever. The focus of our commemoration will be the reading of the names by family members......read more

daily304 – Episode 9.10.2021
09/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Wheeling gets $750,000 in grant money for revitalization; there's lots to explore on the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail; and West Virginia businesses could see a reduction in unemployment insurance costs. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.9.2021
09/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Ascend WV offers mortgage payment to all applicants;Yummy Appalachian Cuisine; Check out the fall foliage map and start planning your Almost Heaven road trip. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.8.2021
09/08/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Jobcase provides free job postings for West Virginia businesses; find your perfect fishing destination in Almost Heaven; and the Summit Bechtel Reserve hosts science camp for area students. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.7.2021
09/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Take a road trip and discover charming small towns; find four businesses are the recipient of $6 million in economic development loans; and the first class of Ascend West Virginia prepares to relocate to Morgantown. Read more…...read more

Check Out These Charming Small Towns in Almost Heaven
09/07/2021
There's something about visiting a small town to remind you of what's really valuable in life. And this stretch, from Lewisburg up to Marlinton, is sure to give you that pure, heartwarming experience. Let the stunning parks of this region amaze you and......read more

WVEDA announces $6 million in economic development loans
09/07/2021
The West Virginia Economic Development Authority Board of Directors approved more than $6 million in loans to four businesses at its August meeting on Thursday. Loans were granted to businesses in Greenbrier, Nicholas, Mercer and Tucker counties......read more

daily304 - Episode 9.6.2021
09/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WV Tech Park is a premier research and technology center; DataRobot makes a prestigious top 100 list; and Jobcase provides free job listings for your company. Read more…...read more

DataRobot is Named to the 2021 Forbes Cloud 100
09/06/2021
DataRobot, a leader in Augmented Intelligence, has been named to the Forbes 2021 Cloud 100, the definitive ranking of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world, published by Forbes in partnership with Bessemer Venture Partners and Salesforce......read more

The 'dos and don'ts' of business expansion
09/05/2021
Running a company is no easy feat. If it were easy, everyone would be doing it. It takes courage to start and grow a business. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration1, there are approximately 113,779 small businesses in West Virginia......read more

Bruceton breweries offer fun and local color
09/05/2021
With autumn quickly approaching you may find yourself Googling "brewery tours" or "fall foliage and craft beer." Whatever your plans entail, while the weather is still nice, I highly suggest heading to Preston County to visit what I like to call......read more

daily304 - Episode 9.5.2021
09/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The WV SBDC offers dos and don'ts for expanding a business; meet Preston County's oldest and newest breweries; and plan a visit to these state parks while you're in the New River Gorge. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.4.2021
09/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Plan a pup-friendly getaway at a West Virginia state park; RCBI helps launch a family firearms business; and foresters seek submissions for the Big Tree Registry. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.3.2021
09/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The new Marshall-Mountwest aviation program receives jet engine donations; the Artisan Shop opens at Oglebay Park; and the WV RAISE Initiative provides market research for exporters. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.2.2021
09/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Summit Bechtel Scout Reserve hosts Spartan Races; apply for Wild Yard certification; and BusinessLink aims to help small businesses thrive. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 9.1.2021
09/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia Forestry firefighters provide resources to western states; Morgantown's "people mover" is back, with improvements; and businesses are finding creative new uses for old coal mine land. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.31.2021
08/31/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Charleston IT company helps an Italian-based company reuse discarded plastics; Forestry hosts a workshop for women landowners; and learn more about the Classrom2Career education summit. Read more…...read more

Registration open for "Women Owning Woodlands" weekend
08/31/2021
Women landowners who wish to learn more about forestry in West Virginia and network with other women involved in woodlands management can now register for the W.Va. Division of Forestry's "Women Owning Woodlands" workshop. The event led by women......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.30.2021
08/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Find out why West Virginia is a great place to grow a business; students, educators and others work together to brighten the future of Appalachian youth; and elk tours are back this fall. Read more…...read more

Quality of Life: Working Where It's Great To Live
08/30/2021
The coronavirus pandemic has forced everyone to rethink just about everything we do. It also has accelerated tectonic shifts in our cultural landscape, mostly for the better. We're not going to use the word "woke"—which has become a political......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.29.2021
08/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Gingseng harvest season begins Sept. 1; a West Virginia native will be overseeing recovery efforts in coal country; and FASTER WV gets a new business launch specialist. Read more…...read more

West Virginia's 2021 ginseng season starts Sept. 1
08/29/2021
Ginseng harvest season opens Wednesday, Sept. 1, and continues through Tuesday, Nov. 30. Observing the legal season and regulations helps preserve Appalachia's endangered wild ginseng. Harvesting pulls up the ginseng root, ending the plant's ability to......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.28.2021
08/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Learn how to landscape your yard to benefit wildlife; grant money will allow expansion of a trail system at a Huntington museum; and risks and rewards are weighed in the state's fintech development. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.27.2021
08/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia's online portal speeds up business transactions; a Homegrown Foodways video examines foraging and race relations; and find your Almost Heaven career at Jobcase. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.26.2021
08/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Fall festivals are making a comeback; "creekyoneering" becomes the canyoneering of the East; and two cities join forces to recruit travelers to and from the New River Gorge. Read more…...read more

Dinner and a show Branson style in Randolph County
08/25/2021
In Elkins, West Virginia, you don't have to choose between a delicious down-home meal or an entertaining show. Enjoy the best of both worlds at The Gandy Dancer Theatre. Featuring group performances from well-rounded local musicians and dancers......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.25.2021
08/25/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Gandy Dancer Theatre features Branson-style dinner shows; discover why Dolly Sods is Almost Heaven; and a NASA facility in Fairmont is gearing up for three big space launches. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.24.2021
08/24/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Discover adrenaline-charged outdoor fun at Pipestem Adventures; the Summit Bechtel hosts West Virginia's inaugural Freedom Festival; and book your fall rafting trip on the Gauley River....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.23.2021
08/23/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Tech giant N3 is hiring in Charleston; explore 37 miles of the Elk River Trail; and the WV Black Heritage Festival comes to Clarksburg in September....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.22.2021
08/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Officials see off-roading as a big draw for vehicle manufacturers; check out this itinerary of unique offerings in Huntington; and old-timers share tales of river monsters on the Monongahela....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.21.2021
08/21/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Generation West Virginia's new director sets her sights on statewide level; WVU officials oversee recreational improvements in McDowell County; and, visit Jobcase to find your next career in Almost Heaven...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.20.2021
08/20/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Jobs abound in West Virginia's Northern Panhandle; infrastructure investment will lead to major improvements in the Mountain State; and registration is open for a free virtual summit on craft beer....read more

West Virginia's Northern Panhandle is primed for growth
08/20/2021
West Virginia is primed for growth, and if you ask the creative and barrier-breaking development teams in the state's Northern Panhandle, there is no better time to come experience the richness of life that Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Ohio, Tyler and Wetze...read more

Craft: A Farm to Bottle Summit
08/20/2021
The Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) at Marshall University, Brilliant Stream and the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition will host a statewide virtual summit August 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to discuss strategies for strengthening and expanding the craft.....read more

Wildlife Center wolf pups delight visitors
08/19/2021
When Trevor Moore became the new wildlife biologist managing the West Virginia State Wildlife Center at French Creek for the Division of Natural Resources in January, the WVDNR's first directive to him consisted of two words: "Get wolves."...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.19.2021
08/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Gestamp plant in South Charleston is hiring; an arts collective brings color to Princeton's Mercer Street district; and visitors flock to see wolf pups at the West Virginia State Wildlife Center....read more

Once in a blue moon
08/18/2021
Sometimes, things just don't work out. Try hard we might, the complex physics of nature are simply out of our control...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.18.2021
08/18/2021
On today's Daily 304 – An AARP and Toyota collaboration leads to a new vehicle for Putnam seniors; photographers and slackliners collaborate on a photo attempt at Seneca Rocks; and the Minority Affairs Office wants to hear from West Virginians....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.17.2021
08/17/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Marshall University is set to unveil its new Cam Henderson statue on homecoming weekend; a former hot spot in Berkeley Springs is cool again; and the new commander of the WV Air National Guard discusses his hopes and goals....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.16.2021
08/16/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The 31st annual Great Kanawha River Cleanup set for Saturday, Sept. 18… officials study ways to improve broadband in West Virginia … a WVU expert weighs in on fuel efficiency....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.15.2021
08/15/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Curious about courses offered at BridgeValley? The community college is hosting open houses at its South Charleston and Montgomery campuses; the upcoming Virgin Hyperloop gets good news regarding federal funding; and plan your last-...read more

Our State Fair of West Virginia Foodie Guide
08/14/2021
The State Fair of West Virginia is home to more than carnival rides and unbeatable concerts–each year food options ranging from breakfast to dinner, as well as a wide selection even of irresistible desserts, can be found on the fairgrounds....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.14.2021
08/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Putnam County's trail system is gaining 26 miles; the State Fair showcases a wide range of tasty treats; and the Jane Lew Fireman's Arts & Crafts Festival features more than 250 vendors. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.13.2021
08/13/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Glenville State College's environmental study programs earn national recognition; check out some epic outdoor adventures to add to your West Virginia bucket list; and state agri-businesses weather the worst of the pandemic....read more

daily304 - Episode 8.12.2021
08/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Check out five Almost Heaven locations to add to your fall leaf-peeping bucket list; Jackson's Mill Jubilee returns Labor Day Weekend; and a new documentary debuts about Blennerhassett Island....read more

WVDEP's Great Kanawha River Cleanup set for Sep 18, 2021
08/12/2021
CHARLESTON, WV – The 31st annual Great Kanawha River Cleanup, sponsored by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's (WVDEP) Rehabilitation Environmental Action Plan's (REAP) Make It Shine program, is set for Saturday, Sept. 18 from 9 a.m...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.11.2021
08/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Foam at the Dome returns to Charleston this fall; city planners express excitement at redevelopment on Weirton's port; and follow along as an adventurous blogger tackles the via ferrata rock climb at NROCKS. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.10.2021
08/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Robert C. Byrd Institute offers a free apprenticeship program; Wheeling's McLure House is getting a major overhaul; and West Virginia Northern Community College debuts a crime scene investigations class. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.9.2021
08/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Learn how real West Virginians are making a difference in their communities; Centre Market Sundays highlight retail and entertainment in Wheeling; and the Mountain State earns a top ranking in business climate. ...read more

Destination WV: West Virginia State Wildlife Center
08/08/2021
FRENCH CREEK, W.Va. — For this week's stop on our Destination West Virginia segment, we are going to the West Virginia State Wildlife Center located in French Creek in Upshur County. The State Wildlife Center is a perfect place to visit if you like to......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.8.2021
08/08/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A reporter experiences her first whitewater rafting trip in West Virginia's new national park; a 376-panel solar installation is the state's largest; and we find out what all there is to see and do at the West Virginia State......read more

Mountain Stage To Present At The Kennedy Center
08/07/2021
West Virginia Public Broadcasting's live performance radio show "Mountain Stage" has accepted an invitation to present at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C. on Sunday, October 24, in the prestigious venue's Concert......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.7.2021
08/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Kathy Mattea hosts a special Mountain Stage performance at the Kennedy Center; coupon books offer big savings on lodging, dining and activities at WV state parks - YesWV… and check out these fun and educational nature activities......read more

Interest high in Charleston Roots program
08/06/2021
​Three months after Charleston leaders and officials launched its Charleston Roots program, the city has received more than 150 applications from people interested in moving to West Virginia's capital city......read more

Appalachian Grown: Weathered Ground Brewery
08/06/2021
COOL RIDGE, W.Va. — Just past the bustle of Beckley was Weathered Ground Brewery. The brewery was situated on a ranch, with enough space to brew all the beers on tap, as well as a large indoor taproom and larger outdoor seating area......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.6.2021
08/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – U.S. troops from eight states converge on West Virginia for Sentry Storm 2021; Charleston's Roots Program woos remote workers; and check out what's hoppin' at Weathered Ground Brewery. Read more…...read more

Are your woodlands living up to their potential?
08/05/2021
Like parents influence their children, landowners influence how well their woodlands grow. Unlike parents, private landowners can call in West Virginia service foresters to evaluate their woods, identify what the landowners want from their forests and......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.5.2021
08/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – An Eastern Panhandle furniture maker shares his secret for success; Brooke County businesses are honored for 100-plus years of service; and learn how state foresters can help you make the most of your woodlands. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.4.2021
08/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Manufacturing companies turn to automated systems to aid social distancing; read about the WVDNR's migratory bird tracking and check out their new website; and learn how you can invest in White Sulphur Springs' new brewery. Read......read more

Eagle Cam presents live footage of nesting bald eagles
08/03/2021
Watch a pair of bald eagles raise their young on the Outdoor Channel's Eagle Cam. The project is a partnership between the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Outdoor Channel, and the Friends of the National Conservation Training Center. The eagle nest is......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.3.2021
08/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Remote workers help revitalize rural towns; watch bald eagles on the nest with the live Eagle Cam; and West Virginia celebrity Landau Murphy promotes education with "Never Too Late to Graduate. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 8.2.2021
08/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Ascend WV wants to pay workers to move to the Mountain State; hit the trails at Burning Rock; and check out some of the many women-owned businesses at Babe & Honey. Read more…...read more

Area port officials seek support from state
08/01/2021
Officials with the Port of West Virginia plan to build up their operation in Brooke County, bringing hundreds of jobs with it, and are looking for support from the state to help reach their goal......read more

daily304 - Episode 8.1.2021
08/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Port officials seek to build commerce and bring in more jobs; plan a summer visit to one of these majestic state parks; and WVU Parkersburg is the recipient of Metallica's Scholars Initiative program. Read more…...read more

Youth nursing programs training tomorrow's workforce
07/31/2021
Locally and nationally, health-care professionals are examining, exploring and expanding their practices to staunch the statistical bleeding of hospital nurses who are exiting the field due to retirement and other factors. New strategies are deemed......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.31.2021
07/31/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia hospitals step up efforts to recruit nurses; wildlife biologists survey the native brook trout population; and book your reservation now for one of several Farm to Table dinners coming to West Virginia state parks......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.30.2021
07/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Huntington's new flight school attracts aviation business; Snowshoe's Mower Basin Trails bike system is world-class; and a West Virginia company celebrates 85 years of bringing colorful china to the table. Read more…...read more

Airbnb announces #1 most hospitable host in West Virginia
07/29/2021
Airbnb announced on Wednesday the #1 most hospitable host in the state of West Virginia-- Eric from Fayetteville, with his listing "Cozy 2 BR Red Cottage." This stems from the release of a wider report highlighting the most hospitable Host in each of......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.29.2021
07/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Airbnb honors a Fayetteville cottage owner with "most hospitable host" title; Charles Town earns recognition for its quick action to save shops and restaurants shut down during the pandemic; and Charleston's Luna Park Historic......read more

Destination West Virginia: Seneca Rocks
07/28/2021
​Deep in the heart of the Monongahela National Forest lies Seneca Rocks, which offers the perfect place to unplug, breathe in the mountain air, and enjoy stunning views. The climber's paradise that lies in Pendleton County has much to offer than......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.28.2021
07/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WVU football's new robotic quarterback affords unlimited practice opportunities; see why Seneca Rocks is the perfect place to unplug, relax, and take in breathtaking views; and Generation West Virginia offers a free software......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.27.2021
07/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Pierpont CTC expansion injects new life into downtown Clarksburg; the West Virginia Wildflower Pilgrimage returns after last year's hiatus; and the WV SBDC announces a new business coach. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.26.2021
07/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Plan your get-together at a West Virginia state park; a Beckley native continues the tradition of beautiful floral arrangements; and it's "all aboard" the steam engine train at Cass Scenic Railroad. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.25.2021
07/25/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Bear sightings are on the rise, and the DNR has some suggestions on what to do if you see one in your neighborhood; the new ROCKWOOL manufacturing plant begins production; and plan your summer adventures at West Virginia state......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.24.2021
07/24/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new nonprofit highlights West Virginians who have pursued careers in the arts; watch the Wellsburg Bridge being transported down river; and camp in style at West Virginia state parks. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.23.2021
07/23/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new partnership is designed to boost careers in the natural gas industry; find manufacturing jobs in Ritchie County; and Pipestem's new Adventure Zone activities include axe throwing and laser tag. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.22.2021
07/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new ambassador program is created to boost the state's culinary tourism; FLSmidth manufacturing in Charleston is hiring; and check out these water attractions at West Virginia state parks. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.21.2021
07/21/2021
Website intro: On today's Daily 304 – These state parks belong on your waterfall bucket list; Rockwool Is hiring in Jefferson County; and remote work may hold the key to West Virginia's future. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.20.2021
07/20/2021
On today's Daily 304 – CentralApp makes it possible to switch careers mid-pandemic … Procter & Gamble is hiring plant technicians … and learn what West Virginia's northernmost state park has to offer....read more

DataRobot Careers
07/19/2021
At DataRobot, you will work with the world's most talented data scientists, engineers, and thought leaders to change how businesses work. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.19.2021
07/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Clarksburg manufacturing company joins a U.S.-Canadian coalition; DataRobot is hiring in Morgantown; and Jefferson County's Rockwool facility begins production …...read more

Country roads and high-tech careers
07/18/2021
To understand West Virginia's emerging tech industry, you have to understand the Mountain State itself, the heart of American coal country and a formidable player in Rust Belt manufacturing. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.18.2021
07/18/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Marble King adds New Zealand to its impressive list of exports; a Morgantown software engineering company is expanding and adding jobs; and check out 48 things to do this summer at Snowshoe Mountain....read more

daily304 - Episode 7.17.2021
07/17/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia Science & Research adds more platforms to its STEM plan; career opportunities await in the defense industry; and Marshall University opens the state's first commercial composting facility....read more

Talent Transplant: Charles Huff
07/16/2021
Charles Huff grew up on a small farm in Denton, MD. Since then, he has lived in a variety of places—including Hampton, VA; Starkville, MS; State College, PA; and Tuscaloosa, AL—as he pursued his passion for playing and coaching football. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.16.2021
07/16/2021
On today's daily304 – The defense industry is growing and thriving in West Virginia; new campsites and cabins are coming to state parks and forests; and Marshall's new football coach says he was drawn to the school's close-knit community. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.15.2021
07/15/2021
On today's daily304 – Two boutique stores celebrate their grand opening in Wheeling's historic district; Precision Tool joins the ranks of women-owned manufacturing businesses; and an avid reader starts an Instagram account celebrating Appalachian authors...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.14.2021
07/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – CFoam manufacturer makes progress towards commissioning equipment in West Virginia; a state senator and physician touts the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine; and the Green Bank Telescope discovers a massive, invisible galactic......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.13.2021
07/13/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Young workers serve an important role in West Virginia's workforce; the Bluestone Lake Wildlife Management Area offers thousands of acres for hunting and fishing; and if you were affected by this past winter's severe storms......read more

TechConnect's biometrics platform
07/12/2021
West Virginia is home to several key federal government agencies, driving early demand for advanced technologies and helping in the development of a significant base of commercial biometrics support companies......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.12.2021
07/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – One of the world's oldest rivers is now the site of the nation's newest national park; the biometrics field continues to expand; and learn why the Advantage Valley is a great place to live, work and go to school....read more

Just add water
07/11/2021
Our recipe for soaking up fun in the sun requires one important ingredient: water! Luckily Mountaineer Country has more than its share of H2O to go around....read more

daily304 - Episode 7.11.2021
07/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Cool off on the water in Mountaineer Country; West Virginia schoolchildren get free books via a partnership with the Dollywood Foundation; and local small businesses rally with the "Come In, We're Open" campaign. ...read more

daily304 - Episode7.10.2021
07/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A former Wall Street worker returns to West Virginia to set up shop; discover Coonskin Park's "The Grotto"; and tourism picks up at West Virginia's state parks and forests. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.9.2021
07/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Arrowhead Bike Farm celebrates the New River Gorge biking community; experience Almost Heaven's beauty with an aerial tram ride; and find out why West Virginia is the ideal place to relocate. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.8.2021
07/08/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia companies earn recognition for export sales; the state's defense industry is poised for growth; and Advantage Valley counties are certified "AEROready."...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.7.2021
07/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Camden Park's roller coasters are still bringing in fans from out of state; the rest of the country has a lot to learn from Kanawha County's successful vaccine rollout; and Snowshoe lands a second World Cup bike race. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.7.2021
07/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Camden Park's roller coasters are still bringing in fans from out of state; the rest of the country has a lot to learn from Kanawha County's successful vaccine rollout; and Snowshoe lands a second World Cup bike race....read more

The Daily 304 presents "The Wheeling Convention"
07/06/2021
No other state was ever torn from another as was West Virginia. With the Civil War looming on the horizon, The Richmond Convention gave Virginia the opportunity to secede from the United States and The Wheeling Convention restored the rights of the......read more

West Virginia's fintech sandbox
07/06/2021
Technology is a driving force in almost every aspect of commerce today. This is doubly so in the financial services industry, and West Virginia is establishing itself as a center for new, groundbreaking financial technology (fintech) companies to grow......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.6.2021
07/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WV SBDC adds 3 new regional coordinators to help entrepreneurs; The History Project video series presents "The Wheeling Convention: How West Virginia Became a State; and there's a new FinTech Sandbox in Almost Heaven. Read more…...read more

Get to know Mountain Stage
07/05/2021
Mountain Stage is the home of live music on public radio. While performances were grounded last year due to COVID-19, live shows will resume this summer at the Culture Center Theater. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.5.2021
07/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia has new job opportunities in manufacturing; and, speaking of manufacturing, RCBI offers a free apprenticeship program in the field; and get to know Mountain Stage as the popular radio show resumes live shows......read more

WVDNR studying deer population around state
07/04/2021
Big bucks, young bucks, does and fawns. Thanks to a new West Virginia Division of Natural Resources study, hunters, conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts will soon know more about the state's white-tailed deer population, their survival raises......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.4.2021
07/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia is positioned to become a leader in tourism; Cacapon Resort expands and improves; and the WVDNR study the state's white-tail deer population. Read more…...read more

Sweet Treat
07/03/2021
Many local residents who love the sweet taste of honey don't realize that West Virginia is one of the best places in the country to make the sticky delights. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.3.2021
07/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Summer is bluegill season, the WVDNR says; business is buzzing for West Virginia honey makers; and the Clarksburg airport breaks ground on a major expansion. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 7.2.2021
07/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A video series offers tips for budding entrepreneurs; an opportunity fund is created to bring more even tourism to the New River Gorge; and beloved chip maker Mister Bees expands its market to the DC area. Read more…...read more

Master Class Series: 3 Steps to Startup
07/02/2021
You're a science- or technology-based innovator, inventor or entrepreneur who's ready to take things to the next level. Great news! The 3 Steps to StartUp Master Class series is designed to increase your overall level of understanding and awareness of......read more

daily304 - Episode 7.1.2021
07/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – What do collegiate sports have in common with business? Find out when podcaster John Chambers chats with WVU Coach Neal Brown; researchers work on developing tomatoes that are naturally pest resistant … and follow Alice down the......read more

Rise of the Biomass
06/30/2021
Under the scorching sun on a May afternoon, workers wipe the sweat from their brows between pounding 10-inch greenish-yellow stems into the soil on a patch of land at the West Virginia University Agronomy Farm. It's one of many sites – not just in West......read more

daily304 - Episode 6.30.2021
06/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Canaan Valley provides the setting for a world record attempt at longest slip and slide; WVU looks to biomass to revitalize and reinvent abandoned mine lands; and Marshall University's new flight school opens this fall. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.29.2021
06/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia's airports provide thousands of jobs and pour money into the state's economy; outdoor festivals return this summer, and Mountain State residents couldn't be happier; and more high-tech jobs are opening up in......read more

Free business training seminars offered
06/28/2021
West Virginia Small Business Development Center coaches offer Business Fundamentals workshops at different locations around the state. Business Fundamentals is designed specifically for people who are thinking of starting a business, or have had a......read more

daily304 - Episode 6.28.2021
06/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Learn about key commercialization issues from the WV SBDC; learn if you're the next $1 million winner in the "Do It for Babydog?" sweepstakes; and get a head start on your fledgling business with these Business Fundamentals workshop...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.27.2021
06/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Commerce Secretary is counting on West Virginia's wild and wonderful outdoors to help recruit businesses; learn the basics of exporting your product; and a Scout camp (yes, really) offers a romantic setting for that perfect day....read more

daily304 - Episode 6.26.2021
06/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Jobcase offers tips on getting ahead of those expiring unemployment benefits; a local entrepreneur's decision to team up with the WV SBDC makes good business "scents"; and, recreate your childhood blanket fort with a cozy stay in......read more

Get outdoors in Wayne County, West Virginia
06/25/2021
GetOutWayne is a campaign project of Wayne County Organization, ACCESS WV, whose mission is to help build healthy, economically prosperous communities by promoting access to outdoor recreation and ecotourism, sustainable food systems and agritourism......read more

daily304 - Episode 6.25.2021
06/25/2021
On today's daily304 – Businesses are growing and expanding and saying "yes" to West Virginia; learn why West Virginia is a great place to stay and play; and Get "Out Wayne" – from Camden Park to Beech Fork – and explore all that Wayne County has to offer....read more

WVDNR surveys Gandy Creek to assess weekly trout numbers
06/24/2021
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources recently surveyed Gandy Creek to assess trout numbers in one of the state's most popular fishing streams and biologists for the agency say their findings show there are still plenty of trout to catch in......read more

daily304 - Episode 6.24.2021
06/24/2021
On today's daily304 – The pandemic spurs an uptick in demand for local food producers; adventurous women seek recreation and camaraderie in West Virginia; and a DNR study of trout in Gandy Creek finds there's plenty of fish left in the sea— er, creek......read more

daily304 - Episode 6.23.2021
06/23/2021
On today's daily304 – Another high-tech company comes to the Mountain State, and this one's in Morgantown; 10 students are awarded the Constellium Skilled Trades Scholarship; and the WV SBDC launches "Come In, We're Open," to boost small businesses......read more

daily304 - Episode 6.22.2021
06/22/2021
Get outside and enjoy The West Virginia Wildlife Center (with tips from the new resident biologist to get the most out of your trip); this new West Virginian says our state can be a beacon in tough times; and learn about the Niagara Movement...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.21.2021
06/21/2021
On today's daily304 – Founded in 1893, Blenko Glass reinvents its sales strategy; Big Foot in Sutton; and FinTech is poised for extreme growth in West Virginia. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.20.2021
06/20/2021
On today's daily304 – Wedding planners see increase in events; workforce skills take a front seat with Learn and Earn; and the Heritage Farm Museum adds some exciting features in 2021...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.19.2021
06/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Granddaddy of art and craft events is July 2-4; Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center is rocking; and restaurant patrons are returning. ...read more

Why Toyota Continues to Say #YesWV After 25 Years
06/18/2021
From home-grown businesses to international corporations that have invested here, many companies are finding out that West Virginia is a place that feels like home. Just ask Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia, Inc. ...read more

WV SBDC names Beth Fish as new business navigator
06/17/2021
The West Virginia Small Business Development Center (WV SBDC), a division of the West Virginia Department of Economic Development, announced on Thursday that Beth Fish is joining the agency as its new business navigator. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.17.2021
06/17/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Meet the WV SBDC's new business navigator; foresters offer tips on dealing with invasive species; and a Raleigh County factory earns global recognition. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.16.2021
06/16/2021
A festival next week brings live music, a carnival and more to the heart of coal country; West Virginia schools receive grants to improve music education; and a Princeton business produces everything from custom furniture to floorings....read more

daily304 - Episode 6.15.2021
06/15/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WV Department of Economic Development offers free web seminars; U.S. 35 upgrade nears completion; and a new coordinator of the WV Entrepreneurship Network is set to lead the BusinessLink initiative....read more

daily304 - Episode 6.14.2021
06/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia is becoming a hot spot for IT and high-tech growth careers; Governor Justice's dog gets her own "Do it for Babydog!" sticker; and celebrate West Virginia's birthday with Tourism's #AlmostHeaven photo contest...read more

Classic cars on display
06/13/2021
The Tri State Street Rods, serving Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia, held their annual car show on Sunday, June 6, at Ritter Park in Huntington. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.13.2021
06/13/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Clarksburg's Italian Heritage Festival returns this September; the West Virginia Symphony hosts a free Pops on the Water concert for West Virginia Day; and the Tri-State Street Rods bring their car show to Huntington....read more

daily304 - Episode 6.12.2021
06/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A collaboration between Toyota Manufacturing and WVDNR aims to increase pollinator habitats; Blenko's new WV Day piece is revealed; and "Do it for Babydog!" – Get vaccinated and you might win a big prize. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.11.2021
06/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Celebrate West Virginia Day with free passes on the Hatfield McCoy Trails; a Fairmont tech company wins a $24 million NASA contract; and an offshore wind energy project is creating more jobs for West Virginians. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.10.2021
06/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 –Capitol rotunda chandelier gets an upgrade and sparkles anew; learn how water shaped West Virginia's topography, and check out these pet-friendly destinations in Almost Heaven. ...read more

Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!
06/09/2021
Looking for work? You've come to the right place! Check out all the good-paying jobs available in every field from software technology to aviation maintenance – not to mention remote work. Say "yes" to a career in Almost Heaven, West Virginia!...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.9.2021
06/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Opportunity abounds here in Almost Heaven. Check out all the careers available in manufacturing, technology, software programming, remote work, and much more. Find out who's hiring! ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.8.2021
06/08/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Governor Justice urges caution as motorists hit the road this summer; the WV SBDC offers assistance to innovators and entrepreneurs looking to grow their business; and the WVDNR explains new rules regarding native reptiles...read more

Rockwool expands recruitment
06/07/2021
Another exciting milestone has been reached at our new Ranson, West Virginia factory with the first stone wool insulation coming down the line!...read more

Stargazing in WV State Parks
06/07/2021
What better place to wish upon a star than at a West Virginia state park or forest? These parks offer boundless natural beauty, even long after the sun sets, and the moon rises high over the Appalachian hills. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.7.2021
06/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Team effort turns bad news into good for Charleston's baseball team; Rockwool announces a new product line … and more job openings; and West Virginia state parks and forests offer stargazing opportunities galore. ...read more

Staging a comeback
06/06/2021
As the nation's economy seeks to rebound beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, one industry that has already seen growth is manufacturing. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.6.2021
06/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia's manufacturing industry weathers the pandemic storm; Eastern Box Turtle license plates benefit wildlife education and conservation; and a new partnership brings "glamping" to four West Virginia state parks....read more

daily304 - Episode 6.5.2021
06/05/2021
​On today's Daily 304 – These photos will make you fall in love with Almost Heaven. Learn about the "don'ts" of visiting West Virginia – as in "You don't want to miss this!" And find out why the forestry industry has so much potential. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.4.2021
06/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – CentralAPP connects tech companies with IT workers living in West Virginia; find the perfect rafting trip on West Virginia's five whitewater rivers; and a new museum showcases the history of snow sports in Almost Heaven....read more

Mountain Biking in Mountaineer Country, WV
06/03/2021
Take on the wild and wonderful loops and curves of mountain biking trails in Mountaineer Country. With state parks and lush forests stretched throughout the entirety of north-central West Virginia, there is always a new challenge waiting for you....read more

daily304 - Episode 6.3.2021
06/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Save the date for Morgantown's new chocolate festival on July 10; Mountaineer Country is a mountain biker's paradise; and the new Intuit/Alorica Prosperity Hub revitalizes downtown Bluefield....read more

daily304 - Episode 6.2.2021
06/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new statewide network aims to help business owners and entrepreneurs, flights at Yeager Airport are returning to pre-pandemic levels, and the Paint Creek Scenic Trail combines nature, history and outdoor recreation....read more

Join West Virginia Business Link
06/02/2021
You know that West Virginia is home to a wealth of programs and organizations that support community and economic development, however, these resources are not always well known. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 6.1.2021
06/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Sign up for FREE weekly export webinars in June, an investor network seeks Mountain State entrepreneurs, and a Huntington businesswoman talks about ​business opportunities that will allow West Virginians to remain in their home stat...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.31.2021
05/31/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A natural gas company brings jobs to Charleston, a travel writer says the New River Gorge's new national park designation will give tourism a huge boost, and kids enjoy flight day at a Fairmont Airport. ...read more

Appalachian Grown: Mountain State Spirits
05/30/2021
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Two best friends who love to drink bourbon came up with an idea a few years ago to make their own. Mountain State Spirits was established in 2019 by Kevin Cunningham and Jeff Schlosser. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.30.2021
05/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Why plant trees? Beauty, climate, and economy, for starters. West Virginia Foresters offer advice for urban planting. A Huntington manufacturing company takes pride in its work with the U.S. Navy. And Mountain State Spirits relies o...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.29.2021
05/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A tiny Kanawha Valley town is poised to become a new destination for outdoor lovers, Charleston's popular drive-in movies return this summer, and Cacapon Resort gets a new lodge and major upgrades....read more

daily304 - Episode 5.28.2021
05/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Charm, beauty and adventure: Find out why these 11 small towns are places you need to see for yourself. Take a virtual trip with a blogger as she tackles 52 hikes in 52 weeks in Almost Heaven. And learn how the WV SBDC helped......read more

daily304 - Episode 5.27.2021
05/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Putnam county student takes his archery skills to the world stage, a Martinsburg plant converts waste to fuel, and next month's Juneteenth celebration honors African-American history with music, dance and poetry. Read more…...read more

Remote Work and Livability in Almost Heaven
05/26/2021
Live here. Work there. It's that simple. We've got a great cost of living, wide open spaces, built-in social distancing, a relaxed pace, and a friendly neighborhood attitude. Oh, and blazing fast internet providers......read more

daily304 - Episode 5.26.2021
05/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Young entrepreneurs bring business ideas to life, learn why Marion County is ideal for remote work, and the 130th Airlift gets an aircraft upgrade. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.25.2021
05/25/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Plan your summer escape to Coopers Rock State Forest. Vantage Ventures launches an effort to support entrepreneurs in the Mountain State. And, mark your calendar for Aug. 6th and 7th. That's when you'll find some great bargains......read more

daily304 - Episode 5.24.2021
05/24/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The WVDNR offers tips for National Safe Boating Week, the WV Development Office is ready to assist your business with exporting needs, and learn why the Advantage Valley continues to attract young talent. Read more…...read more

Advantage Valley, WV Excels in Attracting Talent
05/24/2021
​With strong and diverse business sectors in advanced manufacturing, automotive, technology, health care and chemicals, Advantage Valley is actively attracting young talent interested in career advancement and professional growth. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.23.2021
05/23/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Pipestem's new Adventure Zone features skeet shooting and 3-D archery, a popular car show returns to Charleston this fall, and a trade program helps formerly incarcerated women and men learn new skills. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.22.2021
05/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Where else can you find live jousting but the West Virginia Renaissance Festival, coming in June! Southern West Virginia hosts travel writers from across the nation, and a webinar highlights the success of a small business......read more

Commerce Expected to Flow With New Wellsburg Bridge
05/21/2021
As crews prepare to put in place the 830-foot-long main span of a 1,800-foot link between Brilliant and an area about a mile south of Wellsburg, local leaders and others are reflecting on the future bridge's impact on their communities....read more

daily304 - Episode 5.21.2021
05/21/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Local leaders anticipate the positive impact of Wellsburg's new bridge, a West Virginia Studies teacher turns to YouTube for fun lessons in history, and the new Canaan Valley Wildlife Refuge Center is welcoming visitors....read more

daily304 - Episode 5.20.2021
05/20/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Solar power is on the rise in West Virginia, discover all there is to see and do in Bluefield, and state's economy is bouncing back from the pandemic....read more

History, hiking and haunts in Harpers Ferry
05/19/2021
HARPERS FERRY, W.Va. — The beautiful and historic Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, is just 70 miles northwest of the heart of D.C. It's a site that attracts families, history lovers and those seeking some seriously breathtaking sights....read more

Blue Acre Appalachian Aquaponics: Local Innovation
05/19/2021
Almost everyone loves the taste of fresh fish, but it can be hard to come by in West Virginia, unless you fish on the regular yourself. Blue Acre Appalachian Aquaponics, located in Kermit, West Virginia, is ready to solve this problem......read more

daily304 - Episode 5.19.2021
05/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Education Alliance expands its internship program to multiple schools; Harpers Ferry offers history, haunts and hiking; and a new aquaponics business brings fresh seafood to the Mountain State. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.18.2021
05/18/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Oak seedlings contain a piece of WVSU history, city dwellers seek refuge in small towns, and a "via ferrata" in Pendleton County offers a unique climbing experience. Read more… ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.17.2021
05/17/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Advantage Valley offers webinars and business coaches for startups, a New River boutique rental drops its Top 10 list of unique souvenirs you can bring home, and a Morgantown restaurant uses its closure during the pandemic as an......read more

Upcoming webinars: Register now!
05/17/2021
Through its FASTER WV Initiative, Advantage Valley and its partners (WV Small Business Development Center, Unlimited Future, Inc., BridgeValley Community and Technical College, and the Wyoming County Economic Development Authority) are building a......read more

daily304 - Episode 5.16.2021
05/16/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Toyota Manufacturing credits success to hardworking employees, warm weather creates optimal conditions for hybrid striped bass fishing, and a new restaurant in Hinton uses locally sourced food to create unique and healthy dishes......read more

West on winning
05/15/2021
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Jerry West had a love in his life and was fortunate enough to not only pursue it but to become the personification of what it was about. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.15.2021
05/15/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Tygart Lake State Park's new Adventure Lake is summer's hottest attraction; meet the man on the NBA logo, West Virginia native Jerry West; and learn about fun things to see and do at West Virginia's day-use state parks. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.14.2021
05/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Princeton's new theater will house a museum dedicated to former resident Bob Denver; this innovative new company is revitalizing old strip mine land with its sweet scented bloom; and – from spa visits to horseback rides – check......read more

daily304 - Episode 5.13.2021
05/13/2021
Camp Creek's new ranger cabin takes a bit of work to get there, but it's worth the effort; plan a West Virginia road trip to some breweries and distilleries; and subscribe to The History Project to learn fascinating facts about the Mountain State. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.12.2021
05/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Workers at a Wayne County plant face global production challenges caused by the pandemic, students in Green Bank chat with an ISS astronaut, and a Fairmont tech park becomes home to another NOAA weather station. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.11.2021
05/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Ravenswood parent company Constellium marks 10 years, National Hunting and Fishing Days merges off-road racing for a new festival, and a recycling plant prepares to open next month in Charleston....read more

daily304 - Episode 5.10.2021
05/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Imaging technology improves on mapping the Mountain State's landscape, a record muskie weighs a whopping 39.6 pounds, and it's a great day to go glamping on the South Branch Potomac River....read more

daily304 - Episode 5.09.2021
05/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – West Virginia State Parks hosts a job fair, the State Fair's Giant Flew Market is back, and WVU honors visionaries in business. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.08.2021
05/08/2021
​​Today – the newest national park gets an upgrade, motorcyclists just love this 18 mile stretch of road and a mythical monster helps a glass company pivot out of the pandemic on today's Daily 304.   ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.07.2021
05/07/2021
​On today's Daily 304 – A Bridgeport Hospital makes a Top 100 list; discover the beauty of Canaan Valley; and learn how this Martinsburg facility converts waste into renewable fuel...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.06.2021
05/06/2021
​On today's Daily 304 – State parks are the latest strategy for getting shots in arms; follow reporter Bill Lynch as he gets "lost" in West Virginia; and area musicians look forward to performing live again....read more

daily304 - Episode 5.05.2021
05/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Weston's MannCave Distillery gathers international awards; the Buckhannon Strawberry Festival, sidelined last year, returns this May; and what do you get when you combine WVU with WVNG and DISA? Improved cyber security! ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.04.2021
05/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Looking for a unique Mother's Day present? Treat mom to a West Virginia state park getaway; Snowshoe Mountain summer activities heat up; and Forestry's K-9 team sniffs out arson and tracks down missing hikers....read more

Essential safety gear for mountain biking beginners
05/03/2021
The most important part of a good ride is staying safe so you can ride again soon. In this post, we will talk about gear that is intended to increase safety while riding including helmets, pads and protection, gloves and glasses. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.03.2021
05/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – New to mountain biking? Check out what gear you need; an upside to the pandemic is West Virginia's rail trails have seen an increase in activity; and a poster company expands its business to a historic location on Charleston's West ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.02.2021
05/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – With help from the WV Small Business Development Center, a fledgling business adapts to survive during the pandemic, West Virginia native and Emmy Award winning broadcaster Conor Knighton talks about his national parks journey, and ...read more

daily304 - Episode 5.01.2021
05/01/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Forestry's drone program keeps an eye out for wildfires, the owner of Swilled Dog Hard Cider talks women in the spirits industry, and a Mineral Wells dirt track speedway is renovated and revved up to go....read more

Meet the Makers: Swilled Dog co-founder Brooke Glover
05/01/2021
Brooke Glover is the President and Co-Founder of Swilled Dog Hard Cider & Spirits in West Virginia. She runs the day-to-day operations making cider and spirits, and if there's one thing she loves more it's her rescue dog, Lucy Pickles. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.30.2021
04/30/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Learn the basics of exporting, West Virginia's wild and wonderful state parks have a lot to offer, and Dave Lavender talks career paths in Almost Heaven....read more

West Virginia's Wild & Wonderful State Parks
04/30/2021
The State of West Virginia is often regarded for its beauty. An excellent way to observe the diverse flora, fauna, waterfalls and breathtaking vistas is to visit one of West Virginia's state parks, state forests or recreation areas. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.29.2021
04/29/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Seed WV contest rewards innovative entrepreneurs; the popular Mothman Festival is set to make a comeback this year; and these West Virginians love their electric cars – from their quiet engines to fuel efficiency....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.28.2021
04/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WVU scientists push rare earth element technologies closer to production; the Great Rubber Duck Race returns to Charleston, with the Regatta soon to follow; and a Pierpont Community & Technical College instructor talks women in avia...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.27.2021
04/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Looking to relocate for remote work? The Charleston Roots Program may be able to help; discover cities and other colorful block creations at area's first LEGO festival; and learn what outdoor adventure and cultural attractions await...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.26.2021
04/26/2021
On today's Daily 304 – South Charleston's Alpha Technologies strives to be a one-stop shop for IT work; Intuit executive Brad Smith shares why he thinks remote workers should move to West Virginia; and a Morgantown community center gets a major upgrade. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.25.2021
04/25/2021
​On today's Daily 304 – Learn how federal anchors can qualify for free land at a tech park, scenic trains resume their trips soon, and the WV SBDC hosts a free webinar on digital marketing. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.24.2021
04/24/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A business incubator at Marshall gets an upgrade from a new partnership, get some shopping and outfitter tips for your next fishing trip, and a WVU neuroscience team breaks ground on a new treatment for addiction. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.23.2021
04/23/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Hundreds of resort jobs are opening up in the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve; Morgantown shops and eateries offer sustainable options and ideas; and the West Virginia Division of Forestry holds its annual Arbor Day poster ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.22.2021
04/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Terra Alta couple's dream of a bison farm grows into an agritourism business, visit some of Almost Heaven's most spectacular waterfalls, and a Navy veteran and Boeing employee is the latest profile on women in aviation. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.21.2021
04/21/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A West Virginia firm provides crucial software and assurance support to NASA's new experimental plane, find out why Wheeling was named one of the Best Places to Raise a Family in West Virginia, and a favorite alumni basketball tourn...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.20.2021
04/20/2021
West Virginia's aerospace industry is booming, learn what all Twin Falls Resort State Park has to offer, and warm weather means a return to outdoor dining in Charleston. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.19.2021
04/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Planning a getaway? Find out which state parks offer prime viewing spots to watch a sunrise or sunset, a wilderness survival school prepares to open in the New River Gorge, and apprenticeships are offered in space-age technology. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.18.2021
04/18/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Learn how the NOAA Big Data Program offers promise and potential in West Virginia for decades to come, spring gobbler season gets an extra week, and Tygart Lake prepares to debut a new splash park. Read more…...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.17.2021
04/17/2021
On today's Daily 304 – WVU-Parkersburg offers a new digital media course, a Morgantown man shows off his typewriter collection, and a new ATV trail opens at Cabwaylingo State Forest. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.16.2021
04/16/2021
On today's Daily 304 – TechConnect awards STEM Scholarships, a Moundsville park gets major upgrades, and the WVDNR adds tiger trout to their spring stocking....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.15.2021
04/15/2021
Remote workers get paid to move to West Virginia, whitewater rafting is looking good and a Charleston technology company is adding 100 jobs – on today's daily304...read more

Whitewater outfitters encouraged about the coming season
04/15/2021
FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — Whitewater outfitters in West Virginia have great optimism headed in to the 2021 rafting season. Although there's no real "opening" day to the season, the first Monday after Easter or the first Monday in April is generally considered...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.14.2021
04/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Raleigh County seeks teens interested in summer conservation jobs, Tour de Coal and Yakfest return to the Coal River, and a renewable energy company offers paid training for wind tech jobs....read more

Tour De Coal and Yakfest returning in June
04/14/2021
The nonprofit, Tornado-based Coal River Group has announced that the annual Tour De Coal river float trip will return to the waters this spring after a COVID-19-imposed cancellation last year....read more

RCBI assists U.S. Navy with 3D printing technology
04/13/2021
Navy sailors aboard the USS Tulsa now have access to 3D printing technology and the know-how to use it thanks, in part, to the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) at Marshall University and its Apprenticeship Works partner AST2....read more

A quest to spark economic prosperity
04/13/2021
Intuit's successful Prosperity Hub Program, an array of job-readiness and job-creation initiatives for communities in need, has become a centerpiece of its corporate responsibility agenda....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.12.2021
04/12/2021
A Fairmont tech company is set to double in size, a watercolor artist creates illustrated maps, and a Huntington pizzeria celebrates 60 years. On today's Daily 304 – mmmmmmm....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.11.2021
04/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Ripley man invests in a solar future, the pepperoni roll is West Virginia's gift to the world, and an agribusiness program is set to go online....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.10.2021
04/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 – More than 1,000 students in health science programs pitch in for vaccination effort, "Spruce Wind's Song" captures a love for Appalachian landscapes, and the DMV reminds drivers to get their REAL IDs needed for air travel....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.09.2021
04/09/2021
n today's Daily 304 – Amazon and Microsoft officials discuss uses of NOAA's weather data collection, an Alum Creek barber pens the story of a real-life murder, and a new apprenticeship program is brewing at Bridge Valley Community and Technical College....read more

The Wonderful World of Wheeling Glass
04/08/2021
Wheeling, WVa. (WTRF)- Oglebay Institute's Curator Of Glass Holly McCluskey says, "Wheeling glass was everywhere. It was in every home, not only in America, but throughout the world as well. It's a tremendous legacy of glass." Why Wheeling? ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.08.2021
04/08/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Weirton Frontier Crossings plan is expected to create more than 3,000 jobs, additional uses are found for a community garden in Fairmont, and Wheeling's glass history is preserved at an Oglebay Institute museum. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.07.2021
04/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Archaeologists work to preserve the historic Morgan Cabin, a Marshall professor discusses the stimulus plan's impact on the economy, and West Virginia's Emotional Strengthline arrives in the form of HELP304....read more

Marshall economist discusses stimulus in W.Va.
04/07/2021
The American Rescue Plan recently passed by Congress will inject about $4 billion into the West Virginia economy and nearly $2 trillion nationwide. But will this cause inflation? And how will it affect economic recovery?...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.06.2021
04/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Bottom-Up Revolution supports and develops rural leaders, crafters and creators find new ways to promote their work, and an Upshur County diner brings patrons from far and wide in search of adventure … and pie....read more

Ramps, Dig Responsibly
04/05/2021
It's spring, which means it's ramp season across Appalachia. While ramps can be harvested on national forest lands, officials with the Monongahela National Forest are reminding people to use sustainable practices....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.05.2021
04/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Meet Princeton's first female career firefighter, foresters provide tips for ramp digging, and Vietnam opens a new trade window for West Virginia businesses....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.04.2021
04/04/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Rosey Santerre shares why she became a state forester, the reclusive paddlefish lurks in the Kanawha and Ohio rivers, and the WV SBDC helps small businesses get federal grants. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 4.03.2021
04/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Officials break ceremonial ground on a new study program at Tri-State Airport, Shepherdstown beekeeper looks forward to first growing season, and small business workshops give local entrepreneurs a boost....read more

Groundbreaking held for aviation maintenance program
04/03/2021
Officials with Marshall University and Mountwest Community & Technical College, along with the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI), today ceremonially broke ground at Huntington Tri-State Airport for their joint Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program....read more

daily304 - Episode 4.02.2021
04/02/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Wellsburg prepares to relocate its bridge, a Beckley photographer-turned baker is busy as a bee, and Chemours plant workers in Parkersburg give back to the community. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.31.2021
03/31/2021
A NASA real estate purchase is out of this world, a Boone principal promotes southern WV music scene, and improvements are under way in the Mon Forest. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.30.2021
03/30/2021
Data science from WVU helps support vaccine supply and demand, high school dog groomers are back in business, and HubCap supports recreation in Mon Forest Towns....read more

daily304 - Episode 3.29.2021
03/29/2021
Students can now get a "Jumpstart" on saving for vo-tech training, online reviewers are loving Jefferson County restaurants, and the WV State Wildlife Center showcases native and introduced wildlife. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.28.2021
03/28/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Vaccines open up to state residents ages 16 and older, explore beauty, history, and outdoor recreation in southern West Virginia, and experts note that credit cards are overtaking cash usage thanks to new technologies....read more

daily304 - Episode 3.27.2021
03/27/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Shepherd University adds flight training to its courses, fairs and festivals are back in business starting May 1, and local farmers help each other out to solve a seed shortage. ...read more

daily304 – Episode 3.26.2021
03/26/2021
On today's daily304 – Charlotte's Café in Berkeley Springs keeps serving its community during the pandemic, burning season runs through May 31, and biking adventure awaits in North Central West Virginia....read more

From the Division of Forestry
03/26/2021
Make sure you are aware of current burning laws before heading out into the wonderful forests of Almost Heaven West Virginia. Burning season dates run March 1 – May 31. We have to be careful to protect the things that make West Virginia wonderful....read more

daily304 – Episode 3.25.2021
03/25/2021
On today's daily304 – Sneak a peek into Allegheny Ballistics Laboratory, a state-of-the-art facility in Mineral County, imagine a sweet treat on your next trip to a WV State Park this spring and summer, and explore the art scene in Advantage Valley....read more

daily304 - Episode 3.24.2021
03/24/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Fairmont technology park partners with the governor's office to expand its recruitment drive, trust in community leaders drives the vaccine rollout in West Virginia, and a Mingo company plans live concerts for summer ATV riders....read more

daily304 - Episode 3.23.2021
03/23/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Charleston business wins a landmark case for recycling, Green Bank Observatory teams with Robert C. Byrd Institute to build its workforce, and a Tyler Mountain company adapts to virtual setting for international clients....read more

Observatory is growing its own talent with help from RCBI
03/23/2021
GREEN BANK, W.Va. — The National Science Foundation's Green Bank Observatory has teamed with the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) at Marshall University to develop the skilled workforce it needs to maintain operations of its numerous radio telescopes and o...read more

7 WFH jobs available in West Virginia
03/22/2021
West Virginia is one of the most beautiful states in the country. Everywhere you go, you're surrounded by mountainous scenery and rugged terrain - making it a perfect place to enjoy outdoor activities, soak in historical sites, and enjoy a relaxing lifest...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.22.2021
03/22/2021
On today's Daily 304 –Applications are available for the annual Make It Shine cleanup, see how the Advantage Valley puts local entrepreneurs in a position to thrive, and find your perfect remote work in Almost Heaven....read more

daily304 - Episode 3.21.2021
03/21/2021
On today's Daily 304 – More than 600 state businesses take part in a survey on the impact of COVID and the path forward, the state Division of Highways expands training for its workers, and West Virginia's first tourism secretary sees potential for travel...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.20.2021
03/20/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Discover 5 state park overlooks that show off spring foliage, a Little Caesars franchise owner is recognized for giving back to her community, and the WV Women Work program goes virtual to recruit workers to manufacturing jobs....read more

COVID-19 Vaccine Registration
03/19/2021
Pre-registration is open. ALL West Virginians over the age of 16 are encouraged to pre-register through the West Virginia COVID-19 Vaccine Registration System. ...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.19.2021
03/19/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Gold Rush returns to West Virginia's streams and lakes, the WV SBDC shares good news about new businesses and jobs, and state residents 16 and older are encouraged to pre-register for the Covid vaccine....read more

City development plans include remote workers
03/18/2021
Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the City of Beckley and New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) to invite remote workers to move to Beckley, Mayor Rob Rappold and Chamber CEO Michelle Rotellini announced Wednesday....read more

daily304 - Episode 3.18.2021
03/18/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Beckley and the Raleigh County Chamber join forces to recruit remote workers, the WVDNR upgrades its online licensing and game check system, and WV State Parks offers a discount to riders on the new off-road trail at Cabwaylingo...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.17.2021
03/17/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Construction begins at West Virginia Regional Technology Park on the National Weather Service's new facilities, the WVDNR tags and monitors southern West Virginia's elk population, and West Virginia State Parks offers pro tips...read more

daily304 - Episode 3.16.2021
03/16/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A Huntington business has been selected to serve members of the Southeast West Virginia Solar Co-op, the one-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine presents another weapon in helping the state's Covid task force inoculate West Virginians, a...read more

Episode 15
03/15/2021
On today's Daily 304 – For Martinsburg healthcare worker Jamal White, HOPE means helping other people every day. ...read more

Episode 14
03/14/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Elkins, "the Gateway to the Monongahela National Forest," entices adventure seekers, West Virginia leads in experimental learning and remote work, and the state's aerospace industry adds more jobs....read more

Episode 13
03/13/2021
On today's Daily 304 –A reclaimed coal mine in Boone County is converted into a lavender farm; a Fayetteville company develops an environmentally friendly method for disposing of fat, oil and grease; and the thriving blue cat fish population continues to...read more

Episode 12
03/12/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Harpers Ferry, Shepherdstown and Lewisburg are tapped "must-see" stops on a tour of Southern states, two West Virginia cities are named top places in the country to work from home, and a micro distillery makes its debut in...read more

Episode 11
03/11/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Dell employee Hampton Coakley shares what drew him back home to the Mountain State from Texas, Pipestem Resort State Park readies its summer activities, and a hospitality school partners with Wheeling's new boutique hotel....read more

Episode 10
03/10/2021
On today's Daily 304 – NASA uses a Ravenswood company's product in its space exploration projects, the West Virginia Secretary of State's Office reports 1,306 new businesses registered in February, and two WVU students build a company that lands them on t...read more

Episode 9
03/09/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Virgin Hyperloop coming to West Virginia will be featured in a Smithsonian exhibit, maple syrup farmers prep for Maple Syrup Day on March 20, and work is set to begin soon on an expansion and upgrade at North Central West Virgin...read more

Episode 8
03/08/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Coal River's Lower Falls boat ramp gets some major improvements, Bridgeport's new sports complex is named one of the nation's venues to watch in 2021, and CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang pens a memoir about growing u...read more

Episode 7
03/07/2021
On today's Daily 304 – Trout stocking on Buffalo Creek increases by 10 percent, Advantage Valley residents discuss why the Huntington-Charleston area is a great place to live and work, and West Virginia is named one of the best states in the nation to ret...read more

West Virginia is third-best state to retire
03/07/2021
A national consulting resource service, Retirementliving.com, named West Virginia the third-best state in the nation to retire in in 2021, topping vacation-destination spots such as Nevada, 4th; South Carolina, 13th; and Hawaii, 27th....read more

Episode 6
03/06/2021
On today's Daily 304 – The Robert C. Byrd Institute seeks agricultural entrepreneurs to compete to solve logistical challenges in the food supply chain, West Virginia DNR's new wildlife center nears completion in Alum Creek, and Gov. Justice opens vaccine...read more

Episode 5
03/05/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new Sheetz distribution depot in Jefferson is expected to create 30 new jobs, Hotel Morgan opens in Morgantown, and "ghost kitchens" provide a revenue boost to restaurants operating during the pandemic. ...read more

College offers brewing program
03/04/2021
This just may turn out to be the most popular class on campus: BridgeValley Community and Technical College (BVCTC) has crafted a brewing operations program, offering its students a chance to learn the art and science of making beer....read more

Pet Adoptions Quell COVID-19 Isolation
03/04/2021
WHEELING — While area animal shelters continue dealing with challenges of COVID-19, that hasn't kept those shelters from helping find homes for their boarders. Adoptions for dogs and cats continue to go well, according to local shelter officials....read more

Episode 4
03/04/2021
BridgeValley Community & Technical College focuses on the science of making beer. West Virginia is set to receive $43 million as part of a U.S. Interior Department effort for land revitalization in coal communities....read more

Episode 3
03/03/2021
On today's Daily 304 – A new public-private partnership aims to connect job seekers and companies in Almost Heaven, a Ceredo ice cream shop owner shares his secret to success, and an airport in southern West Virginia works with local colleges to create ae...read more

Why West Virginia?
03/02/2021
In the wake of a global pandemic, many people are taking a hard look at what is most important. As some decide to move to less populated, rural areas, West Virginia Executive is here to answer the question, "Why West Virginia?"...read more

Episode 2
03/02/2021
daily304 - Episode 3.2.2021 – Toyota is investing again in the Mountain State, there is plenty to do in West Virginia's newest national park in the New River Gorge and a WVU researcher receives a grant to help restore wetlands in Almost Heaven...read more

Episode 1
03/01/2021
Today you'll hear great news for ATV riders on the the Hatfield McCoy trail system....read more

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