Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of July.
Good morning, Morgantown.
More than 100 members of 100+ People Who Care met Monday afternoon at West Ridge to hear three local charities pitch their needs and voted for We Bike WV to receive a $25,000 donation; the funds will let the nonprofit repair 1,000 bikes at an average cost of $26 each.
The Newbee Store by The Newbees opens at Morgantown Mall on Aug.
1 & will offer beekeeping supplies, local honey, and a honey soda debut on the East Coast while donating a dollar per jar sold to support pollinator conservation with free honey drinks and giveaways.
Dominion Energy plans to build the Mt. Storm Combined Cycle Station in Grant County to add 2.6 gigawatts and create over 1,400 construction jobs plus 150 permanent jobs.
The project will boost economic activity with more than $259 million during construction and nearly $950 million in tax revenue over 36 years.
WVU School of Pharmacy student Hannah Muir, who began working at a local pharmacy at 16, is entering her third year and using a generous scholarship to enhance patient care locally.
She aims to bridge education and healthcare while making a real difference for patients.
On Tuesday, WVU Medicine announced a $9 million funding package to support public health in Monongalia County.
The funds will cover immunization, dental + maternal services and facility upgrades at the new health department on Pineview Dr. ahead of its July 1 move.
Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center in Morgantown performed the first U.S. heart rhythm procedure using new AI-assisted technology that combined live ultrasound images with an electrical map of the heart, giving doctors a clearer view during the treatment.
Queen City Funk and Soul Concert
7-10 p.m. — Tropics — $15 — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music featuring Queen City Funk as part of the summer concert series.
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