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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.  
Today is Friday, May 10, 2024.
Hey, West Virginia lovers -- share your #AlmostHeaven adventures on social media -- we’ve even got some caption ideas for you! Group bike rides aim to make Morgantown streets more accessible. And register your kids for some exciting STEMventure Camps at Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center…on today’s daily304.

#1 – From WV TOURISM – West Virginia is just too beautiful not to share with the rest of the world. Whether you’re hiking a trail, driving along our iconic country roads, reconnecting with nature or snapping a selfie on an Almost Heaven swing, you’ll find endless opportunities for taking beautiful photos.
Share your West Virginia adventures on social media using #AlmostHeaven, and check out some caption ideas to elevate your next post about the Mountain State. 
Read more:
https://wvtourism.com/15-captions-for-your-next-almostheaven-post/
 
#2 – From WV PUBLIC –  As temperatures start to rise, people are taking the opportunity to get outside. One group in Morgantown is taking to the streets on their bicycles.
On an unseasonably warm evening in March, just as the sun was setting across the Monongahela River, a group of about 20 gathered at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park amphitheater, ready to take to the streets on their bikes.
Organizer Drew Gatlin said promoting bikes as a viable mode of transportation is an objective of the social rides, albeit a secondary one.
“It’s just a good time on bikes, exploring Morgantown streets and essentially trying to spread the joy that I know at least to be riding on two wheels in Morgantown,” Gatlin said.
Read more:
https://wvpublic.org/group-bike-rides-aim-to-make-city-streets-more-accessible/?es_id=b90fee83f0
 
#3 – From MFG.MARSHALL –  Each year, the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center offers week-long Maker Camps in June, July and August. Campers from middle school to high school age get firsthand experience in 3D design, 3D printing, laser cutting, assembly, coding, and other STEM-related activities. 
Register now for 2024 STEMventure Camps!
Learn more:
https://www.mfg.marshall.edu/education-training/camps/
 
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That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.
 

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.  
Today is Thursday, May 9, 2024,
When one door closes, another opens, and they’re opening all day long at Sprouse Windows and Doors in #YesWV…Seeing Hand Association helps the visually impaired train in skills like caning chairs…and the president of the High Technology Foundation talks about leading with expectations…on today’s daily304…on today’s daily304.
#1 – From WESTVIRGINIA.gov – To get to where you’re going, you have to know where you’ve been. For Sprouse Windows and Doors, that journey began in 1991 in the quiet town of Paden City, WV. Founded by Norman and Beverly Sprouse as Sprouse Aluminum Products in 1972, and later expanded by Jeff and Cecelia Sprouse with Omega Window Systems in 1985, the company has deep roots in West Virginia’s manufacturing landscape.
Sprouse Windows and Doors took a big step forward when it relocated its corporate operations to a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in New Martinsville, WV. This move underscores their commitment to growth, efficiency, and continuing to serve their customers with top-notch products. 
Check out their story to learn more about why Sprouse Windows and Doors is just one of many great companies to say #YesWV. 
Read more:
https://westvirginia.gov/sprouse-windows-and-doors-a-legacy-of-quality-and-innovation/
 
#2 – From WV PUBLIC – Bianca Miller is standing eye level with a wooden chair that’s been placed on top of a table. Miller is weaving a new seat onto the chair’s empty wooden frame. She’s using a material called rush, which looks almost like a long, thick shoe string.
In 17th century Europe, caned chairs were all the rage. The trend spread to Appalachia, where chairs were often woven with strips of hickory bark. Nowadays though, you don’t see many caned chairs around. That’s because cane doesn’t last forever. 
 
But here at the Seeing Hand Association in Wheeling, West Virginia, folks are giving new life to these old chairs, and finding community along the way. Seeing Hand is a nonprofit that provides employment and specialized services for folks that are blind or visually impaired. Employees are trained in skills like refurbishing fire extinguishers, making and restoring mops, and caning chairs. 
Read more:
https://wvpublic.org/chair-caning-provides-employment-and-community-for-folks-with-visual-impairments-in-wheeling-w-va/?es_id=7ba6cff9f9
 
#3 – From SHINE CONSULTING –  Tune in to Leadership Rediscovered to hear Shine Consulting talk with Jim Estep, President and CEO of the High Technology Foundation in Fairmont, West Virginia. 
Currently working with the Marion County Chamber of Commerce to expand the technology park, Jim talks about his leadership journey and how one should always lead with expectations.
Watch the video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=cv1uzvwBVF3Sbxg4&v=B52KDHl0h5U&feature=youtu.be
 
Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304.
The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. 
That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.
 

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.  
Today is Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
Anglers, before you reel in that trophy bass, make sure your WV fishing license is up to date -- purchase yours online today! … Business and development is thriving in Bluefield and all over the state … Check out some of the WV SBDC success stories in #YesWV…on today’s daily304.

#1 – From WV DNR – Summer is nearly upon us and anglers everywhere will be heading to the pristine waters of Almost Heaven. But before you get ready to land that trophy bass, make sure you have a current West Virginia fishing license.
We’ve made it easy for you: Just head to the DNR’s licensing page and purchase yours online! You’ll also find valuable information about fishing regulations, trout stockings and more. 
Read more:
https://www.wvhunt.com/login
 
 #2 – From MY BLUEFIELD  – The Bluefield West Virginia Economic Development Authority (BEDA) works to inspire growth and support local businesses in the region. Check them out online to learn how they can help your business diversify and grow. Learn about entrepreneurs’ bootcamp, live workshops and more. 
Read more:
https://www.mybluefield.org/
 
#3 – From WV SBDC – The West Virginia Small Business Development Center is a statewide network that provides tools, training and connections for successfully starting and growing a small business. 
Take a look at some of the small businesses that have received coaching and assistance from WV SBDC. These success stories represent a wide range of businesses in #YesWV, from retail and manufacturing to dining and lodging and more. Then learn how you can become a client and realize your dream of owning or growing your own small business!
Read more:
https://wvsbdc.com/updates/success-stories/
Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304.
The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. 
That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.
 

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.  
Today is Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
Get ready for Juneteenth with the HHOMA … Check out these rural business success stories with the WV HUB ... and the Department of Economic Development looks at entrepreneurship as a thriving sector in Almost Heaven, #YesWV. And now for the rest of the story — on today’s daily304.

#1 – From HHOMA – Calling musicians, dancers and more! The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs invites talented West Virginians to apply to perform in the upcoming Juneteenth Celebration by submitting an unlisted YouTube video. Performance applications will be accepted through May 26. Those selected will be notified by June 2.
The 2024 Juneteenth Celebration will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, on the Kanawha Boulevard Lawn of the West Virginia State Capitol Complex. 
Learn more:
https://minorityaffairs.wv.gov/events/Pages/event.aspx?eventid=275
 
#2 – From WVHUB.org  – The West Virginia Community Development Hub supports West Virginians with the tools and training they need to lead and spark positive change in their hometowns and across our state. Check out their latest news and programs at the link below as they coach volunteer community leadership teams.
Read more:
https://wvhub.org/stories/
 
#3 – From WESTVIRGINIA.gov – Here in West Virginia, the department of economic development is committed to helping entrepreneurs and small business owners reach their goals. 
In 2019, a collaborative effort was launched by entrepreneurial service organizations (ESOs) with the goal of connecting opportunities for improvement across our state's ecosystem. In less than three years this initiative has grown from an exercise in better communication into something much more meaningful: A vibrant entrepreneurship ecosystem dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and small business owners take their dreams further by connecting them with opportunities for success.
 
Learn more:
https://westvirginia.gov/entrepreneurship/
 
Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304.
The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. 
That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.
 

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.  
Today is Monday, May 6, 2024.
Industry is thriving in Almost Heaven … Career opportunities are thriving at Jobcase WV … and Entrepreneurship Information Roundup is happening at the Development Office website. And now for the rest of the story on today’s daily304…

#1 – From WV DEVO – West Virginia’s diverse economy has moved beyond our history of resource extraction to include a robust array of products and services. Learn about the key industries that have taken a foothold here, from aerospace to agriculture, and learn why leading companies make their home in the Mountain State.
Learn more:
https://westvirginia.gov/thriving-industries/
 
#2 – From JOBCASE WV – Learn more about the benefits of living and working in the Mountain State. You can also check out the awesome job opportunities available in the area in some of the hottest industries! Be sure to follow the Twitter hashtag #YesWV for even more trending information on jobs and growing industries in West Virginia. Explore all programs and resources here!
Read more:
https://www.jobcase.com/ru/West-Virginia
 
#3 – From WV.GOV – The West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem connects and identifies opportunities to help entrepreneurs across the state by fostering collaboration and sharing resources. Here in West Virginia, we are committed to helping entrepreneurs and small business owners reach their goals.  That’s 150 service providers and 700 stakeholders working together to foster entrepreneurship in Almost Heaven, #YesWV.
Learn more:
https://westvirginia.gov/wv-entrepreneurship-ecosystem/
Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304.
The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. 
That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.  
Today is Sunday, May 5, 2024.
Who wants to talk business? Get the scoop at WV BusinessLink … We share how to get small business support through the WV SBDC and the WV EDA. Tune in for business success stories, support, programs and more in #YesWV … and now for the rest of the story on today’s daily 304.

#1 – From WV BusinessLink -- West Virginia BusinessLink is a supportive platform that connects entrepreneurs and small business owners to a network of local, regional, and statewide resource partners to foster innovation, growth, and prosperity. Founding partners include the West Virginia Small Business Development Center, West Virginia Department of Economic Development and the West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem.
Head on over to WV BusinessLink and check out the blogs and resources available for you to thrive in #YesWV!
Learn more:
https://wvbusinesslink.com/
 
#2 – From WV SBDC – Did you know that there are free resources available to you as a small business owner? Just head over to the West Virginia Small Business Development Center and hit the red button that says “Become a client” and get access to resources and support that can assist you in business. 
We have business coaches all over West Virginia who would love to assist you!
Learn more:
https://wvsbdc.com/
 
#3 – From WV EDA – The West Virginia Economic Development Authority promotes state business prosperity and economic welfare by offering loans and financial assistance to manufacturing businesses and industrial process entities.
Head over to eda.wv.gov and click on “programs” to see all the support programs available to West Virginia businesses. While you’re there, click “Success Stories” to see all the support that the state gives to businesses throughout West Virginia.
Learn more:
https://eda.wv.gov/
 
Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304.
The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. 
That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.