Emerging West Virginia artists have until Sept. 6, 2024, to submit their work for the 2024 West Virginia Emerging Artists Juried Exhibition, which opens Nov. 3 at the Culture Center in Charleston. Eligible artists can compete for awards up to $1,000 in various categories including painting, photography, and sculpture.
Glenville State University students and faculty recently traveled to the Philippines to present research on invasive species and legal surveying frameworks, fostering international academic relationships and promoting potential exchange opportunities.
West Virginia’s Department of Health underscores the importance of keeping students’ immunizations up to date as the school year nears, especially following a recent measles case in Monongalia County. The state has also introduced MyIRMobile to simplify access to vaccination records.
The West Virginia Department of Human Services and Bureau for Behavioral Health have unveiled the state’s first comprehensive study on homelessness, revealing key demographic insights and underlining the critical roles of substance use disorder and mental illness in this crisis. Discover more about the findings and their implications for policy and support services.
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture is urging landowners to join the Cooperative State-County-Landowner Lymantria dispar Suppression Program to combat the invasive spongy moth. The program, essential for protecting the state’s forested land, is open for registration from July 1 to August 31, 2024.
Davis Medical Center will host free eye screenings on July 25 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the DMC Marketplace as part of Healthy Vision Month, featuring comprehensive tests and tips from Dr. Misty Wray and her team. No appointment is needed, but early arrival is recommended.
Celebrate West Virginia’s rich history with notable anniversaries, including the birth of beloved comedian Don Knotts and Medal of Honor recipient Cornelius Charlton. Dive into the details of these events and more on the e-WV West Virginia Encyclopedia.
Engineering students at West Virginia University are contributing to the redesign of key bridges in Morgantown, blending academic rigor with real-world applications. Their innovative designs are set to address structural issues and enhance longevity, with construction slated to begin in early to mid-2025.
The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History is kicking off the Governor’s Arts Caravan, a series of free grant workshops for artists and organizations across the state from August 5-9. Learn about available grants and meet key officials at various locations without needing to register.
West Virginia State Parks are now offering FlingGolf, combining elements of lacrosse and golf, at five locations with demo events scheduled through October 5. Discover how this new, family-friendly activity is enhancing visitors’ experiences and attracting enthusiasts to the state’s scenic parks.