WVDNR releases updated boating regulations for 2026
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced updated 2026 boating regulations, including changes to horsepower restrictions on several lakes.
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West Virginia Small Business Development Center announces AI Pitch Competition winners
Three West Virginia small businesses received professional services awards after winning the West Virginia Small Business Development Center’s AI Pitch Competition.
WVU legal expert finds judges cautiously adopting AI while guarding human authority
WVU law professor Amy Cyphert’s new white paper finds judges are cautiously weaving generative AI into courtroom workflows—summarizing documents, organizing case files, and prepping speeches or questions.
‘This is where it all begins’ – a WVU Music Business and Industry alum packs the house
On a stormy March night, WVU Music Business and Industry alum Cassandra Muhr keeps “WSO’s Take on Broadway” running smoothly—ticketing, merch, concessions and backstage logistics—all as the Washington Symphony Orchestra’s only employee.
Morrisey appoints LeFlore Barbour Lucas to Natural Resources Commission
Gov. Patrick Morrisey appointed Charleston native and avid hunter LeFlore Barbour Lucas to the West Virginia Natural Resources Commission, filling an at-large seat representing sportsmen and women statewide.
WVU Davis College goes beyond the textbook, preparing students for real-world ag markets
WVU Davis College’s Futures Markets and Commodity Prices course takes students beyond the textbook with hands-on labs using real trading platforms to explore ag, energy and metals markets.
Fairmont State cybersecurity program ranked seventh nationally by Programs.com
Fairmont State University’s B.S. in Computer Science with a cybersecurity emphasis has been ranked seventh nationally.
Families and caregivers urged to be aware of hot vehicle deaths
Vehicular heatstroke is the leading non-crash vehicle-related killer of U.S. children 14 and younger, with more than 1,000 deaths since 1998. WV’s Highway Safety Program and NHTSA urge caregivers to “Stop, Look, Lock” and never leave kids in cars.
WVU journalism junior selected as university’s 28th Truman Scholar
WVU journalism junior Rozaireo “Ro” Jones of Fairmont has been named the university’s 28th Truman Scholar, one of the nation’s top graduate fellowships recognizing leadership and public service.
Through-the-mouth surgery offers minimally invasive treatment for head and neck cancers
Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) treats mouth and throat tumors through the mouth using robotic arms and 3D imaging, offering precise, minimally invasive care with fewer complications and faster recovery.
