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Today is Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

#1 – From WSAZ-TV - Marshall provides update for major new development

Marshall University's "IDEA District" — formerly the Innovation District — is getting new momentum: a recently-presented plan includes buildings for firms like Intuit and Foundever, a planned hotel, an Advanced Manufacturing Center, and a new Welding & Robotics Training Center. Officials say the development aims to bring high-paying jobs to students and help keep graduates in Huntington, fulfilling the district's motto: "impossible doesn't exist anymore." Read more: https://www.wsaz.com/2025/12/04/marshall-provides-update-major-new-development/

#2 – From WV SBDC - WV SBDC business coaches now cybersecurity certified

All 17 of the West Virginia Small Business Development Center's business coaches recently completed the "North Star Cybersecurity Certification," equipping them to advise small businesses across the state on phishing, password security, malware, data privacy, and other cyber-risks. That means entrepreneurs statewide can tap no-cost coaching that now includes cybersecurity — a growing concern as small businesses face frequent attacks. Read more: https://wvsbdc.com/all-west-virginia-small-business-development-center-business-coaches-now-cybersecurity-certified/

#3 – From SOUTHSIDE DAILY - List reveals 5 best places to stay in WV for nature lovers

A new travel listing highlights five top-notch stays across the Mountain State — from mountaintop resorts and forested cabins to cozy small-town lodgings — that combine easy access to trails, rivers, and scenic landscapes. Featured stays include Canaan Valley Resort State Park, Blackwater Falls State Park, The Greenbrier, the area around Seneca Rocks, and Berkeley Springs — offering travelers a range from rugged-outdoors to resort-style comfort.

Read more: https://southsidedaily.com/places-to-stay-in-west-virginia/

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