A West Virginia native shares her inspiration behind the Shine On, WV series … Meet the artist behind the whimsical mugs of Pottery by Maryanne … and a WV program assists homeowners facing financial hardship due to the pandemic.

What does a state forester do? The answer is many different jobs. … Learn how angel investing is helping to boost small businesses in West Virginia … and discover the history and beauty of the Kanawha River

A Wheeling company manufacturers some of the finest industrial grade tools in the world … West Virginia’s heavily forested mountains support a thriving forest products industry … and the WV SBDC taps Carol Goolsby as its newest business coach.

While one associates the mafia with old Italian stories and large American cities, its presence was also felt in West Virginia. Starting at the turn of the 20th century, Clarksburg, Fairmont and surrounding environs were the home of their own mafia syndicate, Famiglia Vagabonda, an Italian phrase for “wandering family.” As in all places, this syndicate controlled all sorts of vice and got the job done with deathly intimidation with ties to mafiosi in New York, Baltimore, and Chicago.  It’s reign was brief but it’s power left behind frightening memories.

Mountain bikers hone their skills at Heritage Farm’s new bike park … Fall adventures await at WV state parks … and three southern West Virginia organizations partner up to boost entrepreneurial spirit.

A Wood County couple’s new venture adds a little “Axecitement” to the area … Travel + Leisure helps you plan your getaway to the Appalachian Mountains … and the West Virginia Training and Conference Center has everything you need for your company’s next team meeting.

eCommerce entrepreneur Shawn Hutchinson shares why he loves living and working in West Virginia … Learn the value of face-to-face meetings in global enterprise … and the Robert C. Byrd Institute wants to help small businesses pursue federal contract opportunities.

What do YOU love about the pepperoni roll? A local chef shares a favorite recipe … Plan your fall adventure in West Virginia, from scenic drives to whitewater rafting … and waterfall photographer Randall Sanger shares his love of Almost Heaven’s scenery.

Sample some award-winning salty bread from Sarah’s on Main … a pilot program aims to improve the youth cycling scene in Morgantown … and WVPB’s Inside Appalachia celebrates its 20th anniversary.

Generation WV seeks public input on community involvement … a Greenbrier County company makes some of the highest quality barrels on the market for distillers … and register now for Chief Logan’s elk management tours. – on today’s daily304