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West Virginia University is launching a three-year program to teach 15,000 middle and high schoolers how to turn their ideas into real businesses. The STEAM Innovation Alliance combines science education with entrepreneurship training to prepare the next generation of West Virginia innovators.
An endangered bat population in West Virginia just grew by 150, and that's great news for farmers who depend on these tiny pest controllers worth billions. Scientists tracking Virginia big-eared bats found over 1,500 at a single maternity cave, proof that careful monitoring can help threatened species bounce back.
Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, who fled El Salvador as a teen, to lead West Virginia's Catholic diocese. His journey from smuggled refugee to spiritual leader shows how second chances can transform lives.
Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe is making what his family calls a miraculous recovery after a November shooting near the White House left him critically wounded. Communities across West Virginia held vigils and prayed for the 24-year-old as he fought to survive.
West Virginia just unveiled a bold plan to use AI data center revenue to eliminate state income tax entirely. Half of all new tech revenue would go straight to cutting taxes for residents.
Amazon opened two distribution facilities in southern West Virginia this week, creating hundreds of jobs paying $19 per hour in communities hungry for economic opportunity. The investment marks a turning point for a region working to build its economic future.
West Virginia University's baseball team defeated Arizona State 7-3 to advance to the Big 12 Championship game for just the third time in school history. The ninth-ranked Mountaineers will face top-seeded Kansas on Saturday night, chasing their first conference tournament title in 30 years.
West Virginia students have officially bounced back from pandemic learning loss, with math and English scores now meeting or exceeding 2019 levels. The comeback shows what's possible when educators refuse to accept setbacks as permanent.
West Virginia avenged two heartbreaking regular season losses to beat TCU 62-53 for their second Big 12 tournament title. The win could earn the Mountaineers their first chance to host NCAA tournament games at home in over 30 years.
The West Virginia Mountaineers captured their first Big 12 tournament championship in nine years, defeating TCU 62-53 in a sweet revenge victory. Jordan Harrison led the way with 20 points as the second-seeded team proved resilience pays off.
A reclaimed coal mining site in West Virginia will soon power Google's data centers with solar energy and advanced battery storage. The groundbreaking project combines three types of clean energy technology to deliver reliable power around the clock.
Liver cancer patients in West Virginia can now access a groundbreaking treatment that destroys tumors using sound waves instead of surgery. The $1.3 million system at Cabell Huntington Hospital is the first of its kind in the state.
The FirstEnergy Foundation just awarded $1.1 million to 43 food banks and pantries across West Virginia and Maryland, funding enough food to provide 3.3 million meals to families facing hunger. It's the foundation's largest hunger relief investment ever, tackling food insecurity head-on during a time when more than 1.2 million people in these states struggle to put food on the table.
Flood victims in West Virginia now have a direct line to help thanks to volunteers who set up a coordination hotline connecting residents with free cleanup, repairs, and supplies. The HOPE Trailer is bringing together local volunteers and nonprofits from across the country to rebuild communities house by house.
Lewisburg, West Virginia is hosting its second annual Juneteenth celebration with a weekend of music, history, and community connection. The "Unity in Our Community" festival brings together keynote speakers, museum exhibits, and live performances to honor freedom and heritage.
When devastating floods hit West Virginia, an army of volunteers is mobilizing to help families rebuild their lives at no cost. God's Pit Crew is bringing truckloads of supplies and trained crews to restore hope in communities where floodwaters destroyed homes in minutes.
More than 54,000 low-income children in West Virginia are getting $200 each for school clothes and shoes. When the program faced delays, one mayor raised $20,000 to make sure local kids didn't go without.
Thousands of West Virginia seniors receive nutritious food boxes every month thanks to volunteers who pack and deliver essential groceries. The Mountaineer Food Bank needs more helpers to keep this lifeline running strong.
After 19 years of inspiring students at her alma mater, Laura Presley became only the second Mercer County teacher ever to win West Virginia Teacher of the Year. Her school welcomed her back with a police escort and massive pep rally.
A rural West Virginia medical center now offers cutting-edge Alzheimer's infusion therapy, eliminating grueling travel for patients who previously drove hours for treatment. Families are saving time and money while staying connected to their communities during difficult journeys.
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