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Today is Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
#1 – From WV FORESTRY – How do foresters fight wildfires?
Now that spring fire season is upon us, it’s time to take extra precautions when burning outdoors. But did you ever wonder about the science behind fighting wildfires and how that differs from fighting structure fires? Officials with the West Virginia Division of Forestry break it down for us:
Fighting wildfires requires different tactics and resources compared to fighting a house fire.
Spraying water on a large fast-spreading wildfire is not very effective. So when dealing with wildfires, wildland firefighters/foresters have to use more indirect methods. These include using hand tools and leaf blowers for smaller fires. For a larger fire, a dozer line may be needed to control the perimeter.
#2 – From WV NEWS – Recent investments signal a ‘comeback’ for West Virginia
Recent weeks have brought a wave of economic development news to West Virginia, totaling billions of dollars in both present and planned investment.
These projects range from an expansion at an existing facility to the inauguration of a new Amazon distribution center and a data center initiative spearheaded by technology leader Google. Governor Patrick Morrisey characterized these developments as indicative of a wider economic revitalization for the Mountain State.
#3 – From WV SBDC – Couple launches their deer farm with help from the WV SBDC
When Jaelyn and Tyler Rohrbough decided to start a deer farm in Bruceton Mills, West Virginia, they set out with no business experience–only a dream and the determination to make that dream a reality. They turned to the West Virginia Small Business Development Center for assistance in getting their fledgling business up and running, and soon, Pointed Acres was up and running.
The WV SBDC offers a wide range of services at no cost to the client. The agency’s experienced business coaches can guide clients throughout the business process including concept, startup and growth.
Read more:
https://wvsbdc.com/pointed-acres-couple-launches-their-deer-farm-with-help-from-the-wv-sbdc/
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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.
