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Today is Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

#1 – From WVDNR - Eyes in the Sky: Drone Program Takes WVDNR to New Heights

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Natural Resources Police Officers launched a drone program to tackle the long-standing difficulty of estimating black bear damage to crops. Previously, NRPOs had to spend an entire day walking cornfields to find and measure crop damage, often missing significant areas. The success of this initial use led the WVDNR to invest in a fleet of drones, creating a versatile, statewide program that saves time and money.

Read more: https://wvdnr.gov/eyes-in-the-sky-wvdnrs-drone-program/

#2 – From WV STATE PARKS - Cellar-to-Table dinners celebrates West Virginia's culinary heritage West Virginia State Parks is hosting its "Cellar-to-Table" dinner series across park restaurants this year, featuring locally sourced ingredients, culinary creativity, and themed menus that celebrate the state's food heritage. Spots are filling up fast. Purchase your tickets today! Read more: https://wvstateparks.com/cellar-to-table-dinners/

#3 – From BUSINESS FACILITIES - West Virginia Funds Site Readiness Across 23 Counties Governor Patrick Morrisey has awarded $2.1 million in Ready Sites grants to support engineering and architectural work on business-ready sites in 23 West Virginia counties, helping communities position themselves for future investment.

Read more: https://businessfacilities.com/west-virginia-funds-site-readiness-across-23-counties

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That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.