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Today is Saturday, November 15, 2025.
#1 – From WV TOURISM – Fall Fly-Fishing in WV: A Fisherman’s Dream
Autumn in West Virginia brings prime conditions for fly-fishing. Cooler temperatures mean trout are more active and rivers like the Elk, Cranberry, and Dry Fork are top destinations. Whether you’re casting a dry fly or streamer, the Mountain State offers scenery and sport in one unforgettable package. Plan your fly-fishing getaway today!
Read more:
wvtourism.com – West Virginia’s Fall Fly Fishing Is a Fisherman’s Dream
#2 – From WV NEWS – WVU Receives $6.7 Million Grant to Expand Drug-Prevention Work
West Virginia University has secured a $6.7 million federal grant to bring youth substance-use prevention programs to approximately 140 schools across 36 rural West Virginia counties.
The initiative builds on prior community-based research and aims to strengthen support systems where resources are often thin.
Read more:
wvnews.com – WVU Expands Drug Prevention Efforts in Rural WV
#3 – From WV GAZETTE-MAIL – Shop Dogs Bring Smiles at Charleston Businesses
In Charleston, local businesses are welcoming a new kind of greeter — friendly “shop dogs” who greet customers, boost morale and help build community connection. From tail wags at the window to fluffy welcomes at the counter, these pups add personality to local commerce and hospitality in Almost Heaven. Find out where you can meet some of these famous shop dogs!
Read more:
wvgazettemail.com – A Treat to Greet: Charleston’s Shop Dogs Give Customers Paws at Local Businesses
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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.