WVU Medicine Children’s and WVRC Media team up again for the Cares for Kids Radiothon on August 22-23, broadcasting live stories of “miracle patients” and raising critical funds to support local children and expectant mothers in need. Last year’s event raised $118,903, and this year, 30 radio stations will join the effort to make an even bigger impact.
Two anglers broke state records for black crappie at Woodrum Lake, with Dwight Priestley’s 17.76-inch, 3.15-pound catch setting new length and weight benchmarks. Governor Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources celebrated the achievement, highlighting the state’s elite fishing opportunities.
The WVU Cancer Institute has achieved its fourth consecutive accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, ensuring access to top-tier, comprehensive breast cancer services in West Virginia. This distinction also recognizes the Institute as an ACS Surgical Quality Partner, underscoring its commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality patient care.
Glenville State University Foundation has donated $5,000 to the Clarksburg Black Heritage Festival, solidifying a long-standing partnership aimed at community growth and cultural promotion. The donation, presented by University President Dr. Mark A. Manchin and Diversity Coordinator Brian Hill, will support the festival and the burgeoning community center on E.B. Saunders Way.
As children return to school, the West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program urges drivers to prioritize safety, stressing the importance of adhering to traffic laws around school zones and buses to prevent tragic accidents. Local law enforcement will be vigilant in enforcing these rules to help protect students on West Virginia roadways.
West Virginia University is set to launch a new undergraduate robotics engineering degree program in fall 2024, thanks to a $1 million NASA grant. The initiative aims to boost WVU’s cutting-edge labs and equipment, support K-12 outreach, and make its students top candidates in one of the fastest-growing professions.
Davis Medical Center has been honored with the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Resuscitation Gold Quality Achievement Award for its excellence in treating in-hospital cardiac arrest, showcasing their success in improving survival rates and cardiovascular health. According to Davis Health System Director Julie Phillips, their commitment to following AHA guidelines ensures that patients receive “the most up-to-date and effective care.”
Discover how a WVU biologist’s research on the genetic keys to animal regeneration could revolutionize our understanding of human health and disease. Christopher Arnold’s groundbreaking work on planaria and Hox genes highlights the surprising prevalence of regenerative abilities in the animal kingdom and their potential applications.
Attention hunters: The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has announced early firearms seasons for black bear in specific counties from August 31 to September 8 and October 5 to 11. Ensure you have the necessary licenses, and remember to submit bear teeth and reproductive tracts to support population monitoring.
The West Virginia Outdoor Heritage Conservation Fund is now offering grants up to $400,000 for land-protection projects, including wildlife habitats and recreational areas. Applications are due by Oct. 31.