Innovation Takes Center Stage at Spirit of Innovation Awards Banquet

Some of West Virginia’s top innovators took center stage at the TechConnectWV Spirit of Innovation Awards Banquet last night in Morgantown. Five awards were presented, honoring advances in energy technology, educational software, vote verification technology, ophthalmic patents and a model funding program. “The Spirit of Innovation program is an opportunity to spotlight success stories throughout…

WVU’s Entering Class has Higher Academic Credentials, Student Body More Diverse

West Virginia University is improving the quality and diversity of its students, according to fall 2013 enrollment data. This year’s first-time freshmen have higher academic test scores and GPAs than in previous years with an average ACT of 23.6, SAT (critical reading and math) of 1,052 and GPA of 3.39. “I am very pleased with…

Army Veteran Takes Over as Director of Military and Veterans Affairs at MU

Tommy Reynolds, a Marshall University graduate and United States Army veteran, is the new director of military and veterans affairs at MU. Reynolds, 28, replaces Kelly Sweetman, who resigned this summer. He assumed his duties Sept. 16. More than 500 military veterans are enrolled at Marshall this semester. Reynolds said he wants to help them…

Dr. Andrew Thompson, Orthodontist joins Wilmar, Inc.

We are excited to introduce you to Dr. Andrew Thompson, Orthodontist!  Dr. Thompson will be providing orthodontic services to patients of all ages in our Bridgeport, Buckhannon, Elkins, Fairmont and Morgantown locations.  From traditional braces to Invisalign – Dr. Thompson can help you achieve the smile of your dreams! To schedule a consult with Dr.…

Not Sure What to do with All that Halloween Candy? –Wilson Martino Dental will pay kids for their extra candy & ship it to troops overseas!

One area dentist is redefining the phrase “put your money where your mouth is.”  From November 1 –8;  trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy to any Wilson Martino Dental location or to TLC Dental during normal business hours and they will be paid $1 for every pound of candy they turn in!  As a thank…

Students Learn Robotics through WVSU Program

Students in Raleigh County are receiving hands-on education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through a new partnership between West Virginia State University (WVSU) and Raleigh County Schools. This fall students in grades K-8 are learning the science of robotics through a NASA-approved curriculum. “We’re excited to work with Raleigh County Schools to engage,…