The beloved Gaine’s Diner has relocated and rebranded as The Route 20 Diner, now open at the “Y” intersection in Rock Cave, offering the same home-cooked meals in a more spacious and visible location. Owner Amy Wilson Detamore shares how the move has brought an influx of customers from near and far.
Grant County Bank has appointed retired Navy Commander Charles “Kirk” Wilson to its Board of Directors, bringing a wealth of experience in engineering, construction, and business management to strengthen the bank’s strategic vision and community ties. Wilson, also President of L&W Enterprises, Inc., will leverage his extensive background to support local economic growth and the bank’s expansion plans.
“WVU Medicine has expanded its surgical fleet with two new da Vinci Surgical System Xi robots, solidifying its status as the largest robotic surgical program in West Virginia. This enhancement aims to provide patients with minimally invasive surgery options and offers advanced training for regional surgeons.”
The archery trail and range at Summersville Lake WMA have reopened after significant updates, thanks to efforts from the WVDNR, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Summersville National Wild Turkey Federation. Open from sunrise to sunset, the facility features a five-target practice range and a half-mile, 15-target course.
Glenville State University alumni and friends are invited to reconnect at the eighth annual GSU Night at Lambert’s Vintage Wines in Weston, West Virginia, on August 14 at 5:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening of food, camaraderie, and the final pizza night of the summer. For more details, contact Dustin Crutchfield at Dustin.Crutchfield@glenville.edu or call (304) 462-6116.
The WVDOH is gearing up to bid on the next phase of Corridor H’s development, focusing on constructing a new bridge from Kerens to Parsons. With all environmental and federal approvals in place, bidding is set for September 2024, aiming to boost economic development and tourism in some of West Virginia’s most remote areas.
Discover how the West Virginia Department of Health’s new MEDALS Project is set to transform antibiotic stewardship in nursing homes statewide, promoting excellence in infection prevention. More details on how nursing homes can participate and achieve recognition are available now.
A Wayne County angler, John Tyler Rutherford, shattered state records with a 43.51-inch, 46.70-pound channel catfish caught from his father’s farm pond. This catch, representing the sixth record achievement of 2024, continues to bolster West Virginia’s reputation as a premier fishing destination.
Gov. Jim Justice and First Lady Cathy Justice celebrated the expansion of Communities In Schools West Virginia to all 55 counties, highlighting the initiative’s impact on over 114,000 students statewide. The recent Student Supports Institute conference gathered more than 300 attendees to discuss best practices for supporting at-risk students, marking a significant milestone in the program’s journey.
Explore the rich tapestry of West Virginia’s history with notable events in early August, from John Jay Jackson Jr.’s fight against labor unions to record-breaking temperatures and pivotal political victories. Dive into these stories and more on e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia.