May 30, 2023
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Today is Tuesday, May 30
WV Inventors prepare to set Huntington aglow with
bright ideas next month…Discover the charming New River Gorge town
of Fayetteville…and students compete in a drone competition at
Fairmont State University…on today’s daily304.
#1 – From WV INVENTORS SOCIETY – Calling inventors, entrepreneurs, innovators…and the curious! The West Virginia Inventors Society will gather June 22, 2023 in Huntington. This is your opportunity to network with like-minded folks, connect with service providers, and find inspiration in others’ stories.
Register now:
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejqv5tjjdeadb142&oseq=&c=&ch=
#2 – From MSN – Planning a road trip this summer? Consider adding Fayetteville, West Virginia, to your itinerary. This charming town offers a plethora of outdoor adventures, shopping, dining, and historic landmarks that will make your trip unforgettable.
Nestled in the heart of the New River Gorge National Park, Fayetteville offers many exciting opportunities for adventure seekers. Whether you enjoy hiking, rock climbing, or zip lining, Fayetteville has something for everyone.
Visit the iconic New River Gorge Bridge. Shop and eat in downtown Fayetteville. And of course, take advantage of all the incredible outdoor activities in the Gorge.
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#3 – From TIMES WV – Students from across the United States took their skills to new heights by competing in the Aerial Drone Competition Championship at Fairmont State University.
The May 20 event, which hosted 62 teams from 10 states, gave middle and high school student drone crews an opportunity to display their science, technology, engineering, and mathematics abilities while also learning about the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s upcoming mission, the Dragonfly.
The event was produced by the NASA Katherine Johnson Independent Verification and Validation Facility located in Fairmont, and hosted by the West Virginia Robotics Alliance.
“I love doing robotics things because it keeps me involved in STEM,” said Lily Farry, a member of the Robo BeeGees from Saint Albans, West Virginia. “I think it is really cool.”
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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.