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Today is Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

#1 – From Daily304: Preston County Development Brings New Jobs

A major property transition in Preston County is paving the way for new manufacturing investment and job creation. Spirit Energy Services, the Preston County Economic Development Authority and Clear Mountain Bank are teaming up to repurpose the Bruceton Mills industrial site with support from an AMLER grant. In addition, Spirit's new Steel Valley Wastewater project in Weirton is expanding wastewater treatment capacity and creating more jobs in Brooke County.

Read more: daily304.wv.gov/post/pressroom/spirit-energy-services-preston-county-economic-development-authority-clear-mountain-bank-and-steel-valley-wastewater-llc-announce-property-transition-and-new-job-creating-developments-in-west-virg

#2 – From Travel + Leisure: West Virginia's Paranormal Trail Expands

The West Virginia Paranormal Trail just got spookier! Four new haunted sites have been added, bringing the total to 21 eerie destinations statewide. From ghostly theaters to mysterious caverns, the trail weaves together centuries of folklore, haunted legends, and supernatural intrigue — perfect for a fall road trip or weekend getaway.

Read more: travelandleisure.com/haunted-west-virginia-paranormal-trail-11811993

#3 – From WestVirginia.gov: GATC Health Advances Medicine with AI

GATC Health, based in Morgantown, is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize medical research. Using its Multiomics Advanced Technology™ platform, GATC simulates human biochemistry to accelerate drug discovery and precision health breakthroughs. Supported under the #YesWV initiative, GATC is positioning West Virginia as a national leader in biotech and life sciences innovation.

Read more: westvirginia.gov/gatc-health-advancing-medicine-with-ai-in-yeswv

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