In one of the most dangerous workplaces in West Virginia, a poultry giant has profited from immigrant labor for decades
For over three decades, people have come from all over the globe to work for Pilgrim’s Pride’s Moorefield chicken factory. Inside the plant, immigrant workers shoulder a disproportionate amount of the danger.
https://mountainstatespotlight.org/2024/06/05/pilgrims-pride-moorefield-immigrant-workers/
Gift to Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute advances Alzheimer’s research in memory of late WVU alum
The West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is advancing groundbreaking Alzheimer’s disease research with a gift from the family of a dedicated WVU alumnus…The gift was made through the WVU Foundation, the nonprofit organization that receives and administers private donations on behalf of the University and its affiliated entities and has a RNI emphasis, which researchers used focused ultrasound technology to deliver drugs where they are needed most to effectively slow and reverse the effects of Alzheimer’s disease.
https://www.wvnews.com/wvumedicine/gift-to-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-advances-alzheimer-s-research-in-memory-of-late-wvu-alum/article_9c037280-2e4e-11ef-b36d-c7725bb978c4.html
Eleanor Library Serves as Rocket-Making Workshop and Launch Pad
Children had a blast making rockets at the Eleanor Library last Thursday, June 13. Raechel Neal, Putnam County 4-H Agent, demonstrated the art of rocket making.
https://www.hurricanebreezenews.com/2024/06/19/eleanor-library-serves-as-rocket-making-workshop-and-launch-pad/
$10K grant will create Muddy Boots Academy
ELKINS — A $10,000 grant will assist in the creation of a new outdoor learning program, to be known as the Muddy Boots Academy. Highland Adventist School has received the $10,000 grant from the Versacare Foundation. The Muddy Boots Academy will serve students from prekindergarten to first grade, with an accredited school program that will prioritize learning in an outdoor setting, officials said. ‘We are excited to bring outdoor learning to Elkins,” Cheryl Jacko, principal of Highland Adventist School, said.
https://www.theintermountain.com/news/local-news/2024/06/10k-grant-will-create-muddy-boots-academy/
Berkeley Springs Rotary Club donates books to encourage reading
In partnership with Rotary Clubs across the Eastern Panhandle, the Berkeley Springs Rotary Club recently conducted its Second Grade Book Project… which aims to help students maintain or increase their reading proficiency during the summer break from school and to encourage a lifelong interest in reading.
https://www.morganmessenger.com/2024/06/04/berkeley-springs-rotary-club-donates-books-to-encourage-reading/
Marshall’s Memorial Fountain nominated for national recognition
https://wvpress.org/breaking-news/marshalls-memorial-fountain-nominated-for-national-recognition/
Chef Paul Smith Wins Prestigious James Beard Culinary Award
Food Bank to Provide Meals for Children During Summer
https://www.bcn-news.com/2024/06/06/food-bank-to-provide-meals-for-children-during-summer/