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David Sibray is the founder, publisher and editor-in-chief of West Virginia Explorer, a news and travel magazine devoted to the state’s history, tourism, outdoor recreation and economic development. For more information, he may be reached at 304-575-7390 or at editor@wvexplorer.com
Prescribed Burns In Monongehala National Forest
Attractions

Monongahela National Forest plans prescribed burns in fall, winter

by David Sibray

ELKINS, W.Va. — Staff at the Monongahela National Forest in eastern West Virginia plan to conduct prescribed burns and pile burns in Greenbrier, Pocahontas, Grant, and Pendleton counties this fall and winter, weather permitting. According to Kelly Bridges, a spokesperson for the service, the burns help re-establish fire’s natural role in the forest ecosystem, improve … Read more

Cold Metal Building In Wellsburg in West Virginia
Communities

Grant available to save neglected historic buildings in W.Va.

by David Sibray

The Preservation Alliance of West Virginia is accepting applications for its new Saving Historic Places Grant, designed to save certified historic buildings in rural West Virginia communities from “demolition by neglect.” According to Danielle Parker, executive director for the statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to historic preservation in the Mountain State, funding will be provided for … Read more

Communities

WVU researcher to help send swarm of robots beneath ocean ice

by David Sibray

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Research from West Virginia University mechanical and aerospace engineer Xi Yu could help scientists reach ocean waters hidden away beneath ice shelves. The inaccessible waters under ocean ice contain information critical to understanding the impact of climate change, and Yu said she believes multiple marine robots, carried and coordinated by an intelligent … Read more

WVU At Macys Parade in West Virginia
Communities

WVU Marching Band to perform in Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

by David Sibray

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Representing West Virginia University and the Mountain State,  the Mountaineer Marching Band will participate in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, marking the second appearance for the band in the historic parade. Macy’s Parade officials were in Morgantown, West Virginia, on September 16 to surprise band members with the news of their selection … Read more

Urban Forestry In West Virginia
Botany and Forestry

U.S. Forest Service to plant trees in W.Va. disadvantaged communities

by David Sibray

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The U.S. Forest Service has been awarded $1.5 million to plant trees in disadvantaged communities in West Virginia. Though the state is renowned for its forests, many cities and towns lack trees, especially in disadvantaged areas where trees have been removed. Wealthy neighborhoods, with tree-lined streets, are often more shaded than their … Read more

West Virginia Makes Festival in West Virginia
Arts

W.Va. Makes Festival offers $10,000 in prizes to makers of all ages

by David Sibray

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the West Virginia Makes Festival, scheduled for Oct. 6, 2023, the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center is offering $10,000 in cash prizes to winners of this year’s design challenge. According to Kara Mullins, coordinator of the festival, makers of all kinds — artisans, inventors, manufacturers, and students … Read more