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Today is Friday, May 30, 2025 

West Virginia’s annual Free Fishing Days return June 7-8; don’t miss out on your opportunity to fish for free in public waters across the state…check out some of the exciting highlights of Bridging Innovation Week and make plans to attend next year’s event…and UC’s president chats with a Red Cross official about the incredible work the organization does…on today’s daily304.

 

#1 – From WVDNR – Grab your tackle box and get ready to go as West Virginia’s annual Free Fishing Days return on June 7-8! The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources encourages anglers and their families to take advantage of this annual opportunity to fish for free in public lakes, streams and rivers around the state.

As part of Free Fishing Days, the WVDNR will host fishing derbies at the Bowden Fish Hatchery and Little Beaver State Park on June 7. The events are free to attend and intended for youth anglers ages 3-14. Participants must be registered by an adult in order to participate and win prizes.

For more information, visit WVdnr.gov/free-fishing-days.

Read more:

https://wvdnr.gov/wvdnr-announces-free-fishing-days-weekend-to-take-place-june-7-8/

 

#2 – From WV COMMERCE – Ideas, dreams and goals start here! Bridging Innovation Week is the state’s premier entrepreneurship event. Whether you’re just starting or looking to scale, this is the place to explore entrepreneurship opportunities in the Mountain State.

Check out some of the highlights of this year’s event and make plans to attend next year’s!

Watch now:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_IPeg7z29A

 

#3 – From UNIVERSITY OF CHARLESTON – Did you know that more than 90% of Red Cross workers are volunteers? Or that the most common disaster they respond to across the country is a house fire – helping those who have lost everything regain their lives? 

In this edition of Discover UC, join University of Charleston President Marty Roth as he learns more about this incredible organization with Erica Mani, Red Cross Regional Chief Executive.

Watch now:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRhG-tWuTjA

 

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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.