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Today is Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
#1 – From WV News / Record Delta – Upshur County Announces Start-Up Grant Program
Upshur County officials are excited to launch a start-up grant program aimed at supporting local entrepreneurs. The initiative provides funding to help new businesses get off the ground, encouraging innovation, job creation, and community growth across the region.
#2 – From Blenko Glass – Milton Factory Seeks Glassblowers for its Apprenticeship Program
Blenko Glass, a leader in handcrafted glass design and production, is seeking a motivated individual to join its Milton factory as an Apprentice Glassworker. This exciting opportunity allows a professional to grow in the fast-paced glassblowing trade. The primary objective of this role is to learn glassmaking processes and ensure safe collaboration with other production workers.
Learn more:
https://app.joinhomebase.com/loc/blenko-glass-company/job/apprentice-glassworker-3
#3 – From WVDNR – Revitalizing Cerulean Warbler Habitat
The cerulean warbler, a migratory songbird once common in West Virginia, is making a comeback thanks to conservation efforts. Habitat restoration projects led by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources are revitalizing forest ecosystems, ensuring a healthier future for this species and other wildlife.
Read more:
https://wvdnr.gov/revitalizing-cerulean-warbler-habitat-in-west-virginia/
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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.
