Observatory is growing its own talent with help from RCBI

The National Science Foundation’s Green Bank Observatory has teamed with the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) at Marshall University to develop the skilled workforce it needs to maintain operations of its numerous radio telescopes and other instruments, observing the universe to unlock the mysteries of outer space. The Observatory’s Mechanical Division manufactures large structural parts…

Boone Memorial Hospital donates $2,500 to help softball teams with flood damage

The softball field located in Danville, West Virginia (Lick Creek) was devastated by recent flooding. Both the Scott High School and Madison Middle School ladies softball teams utilize the field.  “We understand they lost almost everything, including equipment, some uniforms and supplies,” said Boone Memorial Hospital Chief Executive Officer, Virgil Underwood. There was also severe…