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BBG Tech: The Cybersecurity Struggles of Small Rural Businesses in West Virginia
In the digital age, small businesses face many challenges, and for those located in rural areas like much of West Virginia, cybersecurity is a critical but often overlooked threat. With limited budgets and resources, these businesses are especially vulnerable to cyber attacks, which can have devastating consequences. This article explores the cybersecurity risks small rural businesses face, why they are targeted, and practical steps they can take to protect themselves. The reality is that these crimes may not be reported or seen in the news much, but the threat still exists, and business owners need to be aware.
Small gains could lead to a big leap in 2024 for West Virginia
West Virginia made the major leap from five to nine wins a season ago but in order to see even more success in 2024 there's a blueprint on how to reach that goal. There’s a major difference in going from nine to 11 wins but the good news is that the Mountaineers won’t need to overhaul most of what they were already doing according to head coach Neal Brown.
Volunteers needed for residence hall move-in
Faculty and staff volunteers are needed to help ensure a smooth move-in process for all residents and their families from Aug. 15-17. Cardboard recycling help is also needed. Sign up for a move-in slot. For questions, contact Matthew Richardson at M.Richardson@mail.wvu.edu.
Research study seeking adults with physically active jobs
University researchers are looking for healthy adults with physically active jobs to participate in a research study seeking to understand the effects of physical activity at work on cardiovascular health. The study involves two visits to a WVU laboratory lasting approximately one hour and then wearing monitors measuring physical activity...
WVU researcher’s martial arts outreach helps families affected by autism grapple with stress
Jeanette Garcia joins WKMZ’s “The Morning Spiel” to discuss her program that, with the help of University students, works with children with autism spectrum disorder. Soon, parents and caregivers will be getting involved to learn how both kids and parents can benefit from practicing the martial arts together, as a family.
High pressure settles into the area today
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Good morning NCWV! As we come to the close of another work week we are greeted with higher temperatures and clearing skies as we move on throughout the weekend. We do have a few chances of rainfall in the more mountainous regions throughout the afternoon. Highs today are going to be in the mid to high 80s in the lowlands and the mid 70s in the higher elevations.
West Virginia asks Supreme Court to allow Medicaid to deny coverage for gender-affirming surgery
West Virginia will take its fight over whether its Medicaid program must cover gender-affirming surgeries to the Supreme Court, the state’s Republican attorney general announced Thursday. “Once again, the state of West Virginia is going to the U.S. Supreme Court,” Attorney General Patrick Morrisey said at a news conference...
‘Governor’s Arts Caravan’ to make stops in Richwood, Point Pleasant, and other areas
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Governor’s Arts Caravan is coming to a town near you. The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History (WVDACH) and the State Arts Office will host an upcoming arts caravan consisting of a series of five grant workshops around the state to discuss grant programs with artists and arts organizations.
Where has West Virginia football recruited under Brown?
West Virginia head coach Neal Brown took over the program in January of 2019 but where have the Mountaineers been recruiting during that time?. Considering most of the class was put together in 2019 when Brown took the job, we'll look at how recruiting has unfolded from the 2020-24 classes.
WVU Football commit Chris Fileppo highlights
West Virginia's recruiting class vaulted up the 247Sports Team Rankings in the last few weeks. The Mountaineers have been adding pieces left and right and, sometimes when that happens, fans forget just what exactly they're getting with each new addition. Over the course of the next couple weeks, we're going to do a quick reminder by reposting some of the future of WVU Football and their highlight videos. Today? Glenside (PA) LaSalle College spear Chris Fileppo.
West Virginia Mine Wars Museum to host community archiving events
West Virginia Mine Wars Museum will be hosting community archiving events across southern West Virginia next month. The events aim to preserve coalfields' history through personal artifacts and stories, and are being supported by the National Coal Heritage Area Authority and the Berea College Appalachian Fund. Locations and times include:
First at 4 Forum: Jenny Santilli
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Jenny Santilli, Jubilee committe member, stopped by the First at 4 Thursday. She talked about the 100th anniversary of the Saint James Catholic Church!. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays from 4 to 5 p.m. only on WDTV.
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