Registration is open for the 56th Nature Wonder Weekend, Sept. 11-13 at North Bend State Park. The nation’s longest-running wild foods event features guided foraging hikes, workshops, expert speakers and culinary contests.
Dr. Julia Meade has been named executive director of WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Blood Disorders and Cancer Center. The pediatric oncologist will lead West Virginia’s largest pediatric cancer program and expand specialized care close to home.
Update: A person who had been reported missing and endangered was found safe in Randolph County on Friday.
LUCAS will offer low-dose lung cancer screenings in Rock Cave Sept. 29-30 and Buckhannon Oct. 1-2. Appointments must be made at least 14 days ahead and eligible uninsured West Virginians may receive screenings through grant funding.
WVU researcher Anthony Sicilia is studying why AI confidently spreads errors or agrees with users over time. Backed by $940,000 from the NSF, his work aims to help systems admit uncertainty—especially in high-stakes fields like healthcare.
Edward Jones financial advisor Brendan Cain of Buckhannon has received Certified Financial Planner certification, covering financial management, retirement savings, insurance, education and estate planning.
The Robinson Grand hosts a free celebration of Dolly Parton on Thursday, September 3, with a 7 p.m. screening of Steel Magnolias and a live musical tribute by Annie Neeley. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and no ticket is required.
Farm Credit of the Virginias awarded more than $130,000 to organizations supporting agriculture, youth and local food systems. Five West Virginia recipients will use grants for farm education, fair facilities and stronger rural communities.
The Fred W. Eberle Technical Center Administrative Council will meet in regular session at 2 p.m. September 8 at the center in Buckhannon.
WVU Medicine earned Magna Cum Laude status in Epic’s 2026 Honor Roll, joining just 17 health systems nationwide. The recognition marks its eighth consecutive year of distinction for excellence in optimizing electronic health records.
