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On this week’s episode of What Makes You Wonderful, we talk to Michele Fabbro about the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival in Wheeling. The festival has grown to become the largest outdoor festival in the Upper Ohio Valley. 
Get ready for a weekend of delicious Italian food, live music, and fun things to do for you and the whole family. 
Originally held on Market Street, it was moved to the Waterfront in 2001 to take advantage of the new Heritage Port. This change proved successful, making it the second-largest Italian festival in the United States. The festival now attracts more than 75,000 people annually, with many families planning reunions around it. It's known as one of the largest and most popular festivals in West Virginia.
You can find more information here: https://www.italyfest.org/

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.  
Today is Friday, July 26, 2024.
Interested in a manufacturing job? Highline-Warren is seeking a maintenance mechanic apprentice…Artists, get your submissions in now for the  2024 West Virginia Emerging Artists Juried Exhibition…and see the beautiful New River Gorge via train on the Amtrak Cardinal…on today’s daily304.

#1 – From HIGHLINE AFTERMARKET – Highline-Warren is seeking a maintenance mechanic apprentice.
The apprentice is responsible for performing a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks while receiving on-the-job training and classroom instruction on mechanical electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Located in Glen Dale, Highline-Warren is the leading national manufacturer and distributor in the automotive aftermarket.
Apply now:
https://highlineaftermarket.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=3129557&req_loc=270626&&&nohd#job
 
#2 – From BLUEFIELD DAILY TELEGRAPH – Calling all artists! The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History is accepting submissions for the 2024 West Virginia Emerging Artists Juried Exhibition.
The exhibit will open Nov. 3 at the Culture Center, State Capitol Complex, in Charleston. Submissions are due by Sept. 6.
Eligible artists may submit two pieces for the exhibit jurying in painting, print/drawing, mixed media, craft/wall hangings, photography, digital art and sculpture. The pieces that are entered must have been created between 2022 and 2024. 
The Best of Show/Purchase Award will receive $1,000. Second place will receive $500, and third place will receive $250.
For more information and to print out an entry form, visit WVCulture.org.
Learn more:
https://www.bdtonline.com/news/lifestyles/applications-accepted-for-2024-west-virginia-emerging-artists-juried-exhibition/article_a6483d9b-f86b-5a85-9b8e-3dee4c71a085.html
 
#3 – From THE LOOT – In the New River Gorge, there are many ways to see the beauty the area has to offer, whether it be by foot, car, kayak, raft, or biplane… and there’s also a train that travels through the national park.
The Amtrak Cardinal runs through the Gorge three days a week, twice a day. If one purchases their tickets early enough, a round trip through the New River Gorge from Montgomery to Hinton is only $18.
It’s a great way to view scenery including the Hawks Nest Dam, the New River Gorge Bridge and the historic railroad town of Thurmond.
The Cardinal makes stops in the West Virginia towns of Huntington, Charleston, Montgomery, Thurmond, Prince, Hinton, Alderson, and White Sulphur Springs.
Read more:
https://www.lootpress.com/travel-by-train-through-new-river-gorge-national-park-via-amtrak/
 
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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 Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
Learn about all the amazing places and interesting people that put the “wonderful” into “wild and wonderful”… Discover the beauty of Almost Heaven on a float trip along WV’s water trails…and save money on your back-to-school shopping with the upcoming sales tax holiday…on today’s daily304.


#1 – From WMYW – Discover amazing places to go ​and interesting people to meet on the daily304’s weekly podcast, “What Makes You Wonderful.”
Host Tiffney Lopez connects with other local leaders and experts to share fun events, take you to uniqu​e places to visit, and venture down literary roads of local reads. 
We uncover wonders that make West Virginia truly ​ext​raordinary -- from a pack goat outfitter on the Greenbrier River Trail to Huntington’s new minor league baseball team. 
Tune in to “What Makes You Wonderful” and let the magic of the Mountain State inspire you!
Listen now:
https://daily304.wv.gov/programs/what-makes-you-wonderful/
 
#2 – From WBOY-TV – If you aren’t a huge fan of hiking or biking, there’s another type of trail that you can use to explore the Mountain State. 
Check out some of the scenic flatwater trails in north-central West Virginia. Flatwater trails are ideal for more leisurely and “gentle” activities like canoeing, kayaking, SUP boarding, tubing, or just drifting along and fishing. 
Plan a float trip on the Upper Monongahela River, the West Fork River or the Upper Cheat River. If you don’t have your own boat, nearby outfitters provide rentals and shuttle services. 
Read more:
https://www.wboy.com/wv-outdoors/water-trails-in-north-central-west-virginia-to-paddle-instead-of-hike/
 
#3 – From WV NEWS – West Virginia families can look forward to saving money during the upcoming back-to-school shopping season with the state's sales tax holiday, scheduled for early August.
From August 2-5, West Virginians can take advantage of tax exemptions on a broad range of items, helping families reduce costs as they prepare for the new school year. 
Eligible items include clothing and footwear, computers and tablets, sports equipment and more. Visit the West Virginia Tax Division online to learn more. 
Read more:
https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/west-virginia-sales-tax-holiday-for-back-to-school-shopping-in-august/article_bb68c22e-43b1-11ef-960a-33ee5df5a5b3.html
 
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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 Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
It’s hot out there! The WVDNR offers some advice for outdoor enthusiasts to stay cool and hydrated…Check out the great lineup of shows from Mountain Stage and get your tickets today…and find a rewarding career in public safety -- check out who’s hiring…on today’s daily304.

#1 – From WSAZ-TV – With temperatures hitting 90 degrees for 23 of the past 30 days, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources says outdoor enthusiasts need to take precautions and plan ahead.
Beating the heat has been critically important this summer across the country. Just this past week a camper at Kanawha State Forest was treated for heat stroke. Park Superintendent Clark Sanford offered advice for those taking part in outside activity:

“You want to pack at least one bottle of water for every two miles that you plan to be out hiking, and then to eat and to have proper salt intake as well,” he said. “Your body needs that salt to be able to hold onto the water to remain hydrated.”
Sanford added that if you get in trouble and you don’t have cell service, you should still use your phone to call 911. Many cell phones, in the case of an emergency, can connect with satellites to get help.

Officials say it’s critical to listen to your body. If something doesn’t feel right, slow down, take a rest and find a way to cool down.
Read more:
https://www.wsaz.com/2024/07/15/wva-dnr-urges-precaution-with-hiking-heat/
 
#2 – From MOUNTAIN STAGE – Get your tickets now for some great Mountain Stage shows coming up over the next few months.
For nearly 40 years, Mountain Stage has been the home of live music on public radio. Produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, hosted by Kathy Mattea, and distributed by NPR Music, each two-hour episode of Mountain Stage is recorded before a live audience.
Upcoming shows include Joe Pug, American Patchwork Quartet, Dave Alvin, Blitzen Trapper and more. Shows take place at the Culture Center Theater at the State Capitol Complex unless otherwise noted. 
Read more:
https://mountainstage.org/upcoming-live-shows/
 
#3 – From DCR.WV – Make a difference in your community! Good pay with benefits, paid leave, opportunities for advancement -- that’s what you’ll find with a career in public safety. The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation is hiring! Visit dcr.wv.gov to find a list of hiring events coming up soon.
Learn more:
https://dcr.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
 
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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 Monday, July 22, 2024.
A new juried exhibit at the Culture Center highlights historic buildings of West Virginia…Pierpont Community & Technical College receives a grant to fund its Future Nurse Academy for high school students…and Appalachian Botanical Co. specializes in aromatherapy and second chances…on today’s daily304.

#1 – From REGISTER-HERALD – A new exhibit, “West Virginia Historic Buildings and Structures,” opens July 28 at the Culture Center, State Capitol Complex.
Hosted by the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History, the exhibit is the second installation of “Inspired: A West Virginia Series of Juried Exhibitions,” featuring four different West Virginia themes. 
Twenty-one West Virginia artists representing 12 counties were selected for the West Virginia Historic Buildings and Structures show, which features 33 pieces, including paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media and prints. 
The exhibit premiers at 2 p.m. Sunday with a reception and awards ceremony. It will remain on display in the West Virginia State Museum’s Commissioner’s Gallery at the Culture Center until mid-December 2024.
Read more:
https://www.register-herald.com/news/state_region/department-of-arts-culture-and-history-announces-juried-art-exhibit/article_0eb0639e-439c-11ef-ad78-6700c174399f.html
 
#2 – From WBOY-TV – Pierpont Community & Technical College has received a grant that it’s used to start up its Future Nurse Academy, a three-day program geared toward rising juniors and seniors from local area high schools.
After completing the three-day program, students will walk out of the Future Nurse Academy CPR and AED certified. They’ll also be learning how to stop bleeding if somebody begins hemorrhaging around them, according to LPN Program Clinical Director Miki Demary-Andrew.
“We’re just trying to give them a generalized idea of what the field of nursing is so that they can understand more about what goes into it, and then also how they can obtain their degree from us,” she said.
Visit Pierpont’s website to learn more about the program.
Read more:
https://www.wboy.com/news/education/pierpont-community-technical-college-hosts-its-first-future-nurse-academy/
 
#3 – From THE REAL WV –  Located not far from U.S. 119 on Daniel Boone Parkway in Foster, Appalachian Botanical Co. produces lavender-infused body care, aromatherapy, culinary and home goods, and distributes similar products from other local West Virginia companies. 
The company also is known for its support to individuals who have come out of rehab, incarceration, or have difficulty finding work in the area. Marina Sawyer, Appalachian Botanical’s Chief Technology Officer, is dedicated to supporting her workers, whether they are part of the company for the short or long term. 
The learning opportunities provided to the workers range from basic home electrical maintenance to beekeeping roles. By imparting these skills, Appalachian Botanical Co. hopes to help individuals who have faced hardships readjust to a healthy work lifestyle. 
“Some people use working here as a stepping stone and that’s fantastic, as they move on to pursue other things,” Sawyer said. “We also have workers who have been with us for a long time and have found a comfortable place here.”
Read more:
https://therealwv.com/2024/07/14/appalachian-botanical-co-purveyor-of-aromatherapy-and-second-chances/
 
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