High Technology Foundation Selected as Part of Microsoft’s National TechSpark Program to Grow Economic Opportunity in West Virginia

The High Technology Foundation announced this week that it will be working with Microsoft TechSpark to foster inclusive economic opportunity, job creation and innovation in West Virginia. Diversifying West Virginia’s economy with a strong knowledge sector is a critical but challenging goal. The ability to leverage Microsoft TechSpark’s resources will help mitigate some of the…

Scarbro Named Director of Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center

Marshall University officials announced the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC)–formerly the Robert C. Byrd Institute–has a new leader. Derek Scarbro, who has served as interim director since last year and previously deputy director and director of business development, assumed the position earlier this month. “Derek brings excellent insight, experience, and an impeccable skillset to the…

20 International Marching Bands Expected at WAMSB 2023, Thousands to Visit Buckhannon

Only two weeks remain until Buckhannon’s World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) 2023 Championships and 20 bands from around the world have finalized plans to come together on the American stage while two others are navigating the visa process. Randy Sanders, president of the WAMSB 2023 Buckhannon Host Committee, says each international group must…