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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, May 26, 2026. #1 – From WV ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - WV aerospace sector continues expanding West Virginia's aerospace industry continues to grow through investments in advanced manufacturing, workforce development, and technology innovation. State leaders say the sector benefits from strategic locat...

When history is told, it is often shaped by those who've benefitted most in the telling of its story.  Sometimes it takes someone to rouse us from our complacency and remind us that history is shared by everyone and before Carter G. Woodson did that for us, a coal miner from Fayette County, West Virginia named Oliver Jones did it for him, setting in motion one of America's most significant educati...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, May 21, 2026. #1 – From WV GAZETTE-MAIL - Parkersburg road trip highlights WV history and character A new travel feature shines a light on the quirky history, architecture, and local culture that make Parkersburg unique. Reporter Bill Lynch explores historic landmarks, colorful local stories, and...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. #1 – From WV EXPLORER - Historic preservation grants support WV communities Historic preservation projects across West Virginia are receiving new support through grant funding aimed at protecting the state's cultural heritage. The Frontier-to-Statehood Preservation Fund will provid...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, May 19, 2026. #1 – From POST INDUSTRIAL - Wheeling's character takes center stage A new editorial spotlight is celebrating the people, culture, and creativity that make Wheeling stand out. The feature highlights the city's blend of history, arts, architecture, and community spirit — embracing the...

American history is full of famous names, but only a few are fully recognized by most everyone and Booker T. Washington is one of those names. The author of "Up From Slavery" used his own story to help bring about racial reform.  From enslavement to the halls of academe, Washington became the right man for his times.  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, May 14, 2026. #1 – From WVDN-TV - AI pitch competition highlights WV innovation West Virginia entrepreneurs are gaining support and recognition through the West Virginia Small Business Development Center's AI Pitch Competition. The event, held during Bridging Innovation Week 2026, awarded profess...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, May 13, 2026. #1 – From HERALD-DISPATCH - Hatfield-McCoy Trails fuel adventure tourism The Hatfield-McCoy Trail System continues to attract riders and outdoor enthusiasts to southern West Virginia. With more than 1,000 miles of trails for ATVs, UTVs, and dirt bikes, the system has become a major...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, May 12, 2026. …and now for the rest of the stories…on today's daily304.com! #1 – From THE REAL WV - Charleston musician reflects on success and West Virginia roots A Charleston native is building national momentum in the music industry while staying grounded in West Virginia. Stephen Thomas has ga...

Christopher Payne—known as C.H. to his friends—lived more lives than a collection of most people. Born into enslavement, his mother insisted upon getting him an education.  After the Civil War, he was able to become a teacher and a pastor before publishing newspapers in which he addressed the stories of African Americans. He moved through the world of politics to garner the respect of President Te...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, April 30, 2026.   #1 – From CSR WIRE - Forest partnership delivers climate and community impact A partnership between Chemours and the American Forest Foundation is delivering measurable results in West Virginia, combining climate action with community investment. Through the Family Forest Carbon...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, May 6, 2026. #1 – From WV EDA - WVEDA supports Hernshaw Farms expansion A West Virginia small business is growing with support from the West Virginia Economic Development Authority. Hernshaw Farms, known for its innovative use of reclaimed mine land to grow specialty mushrooms, is expanding its...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. #1 – From WV PUBLIC BROADCASTING - Mountainthology episode showcases Appalachian stories A new episode of the Mountainthology series is now available. Episode 4 features a collaboration with the Inside Appalachia team, bringing four stories from Folkways reporters. The series highligh...

Sometimes the path to greatness goes through some unsavory territory. Before Stephen Benton Elkins rose to prominence, his rise included business dealings that remain a dark part of our nation's history.  He came to West Virginia from the American Southwest when he married into a U.S. Senator's family, whose support would eventually make him a Senator, too.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, April 30, 2026.   #1 – From CSR WIRE - Forest partnership delivers climate and community impact A partnership between Chemours and the American Forest Foundation is delivering measurable results in West Virginia, combining climate action with community investment. Through the Family Forest Carbon...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, April 29, 2026. #1 – From WV NEWS -  WVU launches construction management degree West Virginia University is expanding its academic offerings with a new Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, designed to meet growing workforce needs in infrastructure and development. The program combine...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, April 28, 2026.   #1 – From AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING - Touchstone expansion boosts West Virginia aerospace manufacturing Touchstone Advanced Composites has completed a major expansion of its facility in Triadelphia, strengthening West Virginia's position in the aerospace and defense industries. The...

Americans love a good rags-to-riches story and few could rival that of Henry Gassaway Davis. Born into a meager merchant's family, Davis worked his way up through the railroad and developed investments to build an empire, and joining the elite of Capitol Hill in Washington, founding many West Virginia towns and one of its beloved colleges. 

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, April 23, 2026. #1 – WV Press: $25.5M healthcare investment expands access in WV A major healthcare investment is improving access for communities in southern West Virginia. WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital has announced a $25.5 million medical office building project that will expand se...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, April 22, 2026. #1 – WV News: Spring turkey season highlights outdoor economy West Virginia's spring turkey season is underway, bringing hunters into the woods and boosting local economies across the state. The 2026 Spring Gobbler Season runs from April 20 through May 24, with a special youth se...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, April 21, 2026.   #1 – WV State Parks: Cellar-to-Table dinners highlight WV culinary tradition West Virginia State Parks are serving up a unique dining experience that blends local flavor with scenic beauty. The popular Cellar-to-Table Dinner Series features 11 dinners at state park restaurants ac...

Robert Graetz, Jr. saw wrong and worked to correct it when he became friends with Rosa Parks in Montgomery, Alabama after she refused to give up her seat on a city bus. The only white reverend in the city to support and aid the bus boycott, the former Charlestonian also became friends with Dr. Martin Luther King, as he joined in the fight for equality, armed with the spirit of faith and humanity. 

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, April 16, 2026. #1 – From WV ENERGY - Energy rebate programs help WV residents save money West Virginia residents now have access to Home Energy Rebate Programs designed to lower utility costs and improve home efficiency. The programs include rebates for upgrades like insulation, heat pumps, and...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Wednesday, April 15, 2026.   #1 – Careers in WV State Parks offer outdoor opportunities Looking for a job that gets you outside? West Virginia State Parks are offering a wide range of career opportunities across the state. From seasonal roles to full-time positions, openings include lifeguards, campground...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, April 14, 2026. #1 – From WV FORESTRY - How do foresters fight wildfires?  Now that spring fire season is upon us, it's time to take extra precautions when burning outdoors. But did you ever wonder about the science behind fighting wildfires and how that differs from fighting structure fires? Offi...