daily304 – Episode 06.06.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. is Friday, June 6, 2025. #1 – From WV EXPLORER Ice Mountain, a natural wonder in Hampshire County, offers guided tours where visitors can experience cold air vents and rare plant species. Tours are typically held on Saturdays and require advance reservations. To schedule a tour, contact Steve and Terry Bailes at 304-469-7359 or [email protected]. Read more: #2 – From DAILY304 The "Innovators and Entrepreneurs" program by daily304 showcases West Virginians who are making...
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daily304 – Episode 06.05.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, June 5, 2025. #1 – From MY BUCKHANNON As honeybee swarm season begins, the West Virginia Department of Agriculture is sharing hive maintenance tips, safety advice, and removal services to help residents manage bee encounters and support pollinator health. Read more: #2 – From WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE The West Virginia Department of Commerce has released a new video titled "Why West Virginia," highlighting the state's business-friendly...
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daily304 – Episode 06.04.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, June 4, 2025. #1 – From WV EXECUTIVE West Virginia's energy consumption has evolved significantly over the past 40 years. While the state remains a coal-dominant energy producer, with 85.6% of its electricity generated from coal-fired power plants, there is a growing emphasis on diversifying energy sources. Renewable resources like wind and hydroelectric power are making steady progress, contributing to the state's energy mix. Policy and regulatory changes, such as incentives for clean...
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daily304 - Episode 06.03.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, June 3, 2025 #1 – From EDA.WV.GOV Skana Aluminum is opening its newest operation in Jackson County, West Virginia. The move represents a major investment by the Wisconsin-based company as it expands its U.S. footprint. The 330,000-square-foot facility is expected to create up to 200 jobs and help meet increasing demand for aluminum products across several industries. Skana joins a growing list of companies recognizing West Virginia's business-friendly environment and strategic logistics....
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daily304 - Episode 06.02.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Monday, June 2, 2025 UC’s Business Accelerator Program helps West Virginians looking to grow their business…job opportunities abound in construction trades throughout West Virginia…and take the next step toward advancing your career by signing up for a WorkForce WV Statewide Virtual Job Fair…on today’s daily304. #1 – From UCWV– Are you looking to start or grow a business? Sign up for the Business Accelerator Program at the University of Charleston’s Downtown...
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daily304 - Episode 06.01.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Sunday, June 1, 2025 Cool off with a water adventure at a West Virginia state park this summer…Niterra’s new distribution center streamlines work with an automated sorting machine…and state leaders discuss growing the economy in #YesWV…on today’s daily304. #1 – From WV STATE PARKS – West Virginia’s state parks are the ideal place to beat the summer heat. With 36 parks to choose from--and all are free to enter--you’ll have plenty of choices for your perfect Almost...
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daily304 - Episode 05.31.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Saturday, May 31, 2025 A UC graduate shares how the university’s rigorous physician’s assistant program prepared her for her new career…plan an adventure for you and your dog in West “Fur”ginia (it’s a ruff life!)...and the Mountain State Innovators Summit offers the opportunity for youth and college students to pitch their great ideas…on today’s daily304. #1 – From UNIVERSITY OF CHARLESTON – In this edition of Discover UC, President Marty Roth sits down with...
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daily304 - Episode 05.30.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Friday, May 30, 2025 West Virginia’s annual Free Fishing Days return June 7-8; don’t miss out on your opportunity to fish for free in public waters across the state…check out some of the exciting highlights of Bridging Innovation Week and make plans to attend next year’s event…and UC’s president chats with a Red Cross official about the incredible work the organization does…on today’s daily304. #1 – From WVDNR – Grab your tackle box and get ready to go as...
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daily304 - Episode 05.29.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, May 29, 2025 Don’t miss out on the daily304--subscribe to our newsletter and check out all our great programs…got a great business idea? Compete for the chance to win money, coaching and resources to make it a reality…and get runway ready for Wheeling’s first-ever Fashion Week…on today’s daily304. #1 – From THE DAILY304 – Get the scoop on all the great things happening in West Virginia! Subscribe to the daily304’s newsletter and podcast for your...
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daily304 - Episode 05.28.2025
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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Step back in time to relive major events and meet the famous people who shaped West Virginia in The History Project…Commercial Metals is investing in Berkeley County and West Virginia with the launch of its $450 million facility…and the WV SBDC leads an initiative to increase access to affordable childcare…on today’s daily304. #1 – From THE HISTORY PROJECT – Perfectly centered among the Eastern states, West Virginia is where the thresholds of...
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Today is Friday, May 9, 2025
West Virginia BusinessLink has the scoop on steps for successful startups…a software gift from Rock Flow Dynamics advances engineering education at West Virginia University…and Commercial Metals’ new micro mill in West Virginia will be one of the most environmentally friendly steelmaking operations in the world…on today’s daily304.
#1 – From WV BUSINESSLINK – Taking the proper steps in the early stages of developing a business plan and your get-to-market strategy are essential in building a strong foundation for your new business endeavor.
Take the time to find out if your idea is viable. Consider who will buy your product or service. Look into the current state of your industry to see if there are new opportunities. Build the competitive edge that your business idea needs to be successful in a contemporary business climate.
WV BusinessLink has the scoop on steps for successful startups!
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#2 – From THE INTER-MOUNTAIN – West Virginia University students in geoscience and energy engineering will have access to industry-leading professional software thanks to a $26.8 million gift from Rock Flow Dynamics.
The in-kind gift allows students and faculty at the WVU Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources and the WVU Eberly College of Arts and Sciences to use tNavigator, a state-of-the-art reservoir modeling and simulation platform created by Rock Flow Dynamics.
The tNavigator software offers a wide range of advanced innovative tools for geoscience, reservoir and production engineering disciplines. Rock Flow Dynamics personnel hosted a two-day training session on campus last fall to help faculty and students learn how to use the software.
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#3 – From WV DED – Commercial Metals Company is making a significant investment in West Virginia by constructing a state-of-the-art micro mill in Berkeley County. This $450 million facility will produce 500,000 tons of straight-length and spooled rebar annually.
CMC chose West Virginia for its strategic location, offering efficient access to major metropolitan markets in the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Midwest regions. Additionally, the state provides a welcoming business climate and a skilled, available labor force, making it an ideal location for CMC’s expansion.
The new micro mill will be one of the most environmentally friendly steelmaking operations globally, utilizing 100% recycled steel as raw material and electric energy for production.
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