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Good Handling/Good Agricultural Practices (GHP/GAP) Training -- Registration Open!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011 - 3:48pm

For growers planning to sell to wholesale buyers that require Good Handling Practices/Good Agricultural Practices (GHP/GAP) certification, the West Virginia Department of Agriculture is hosting a certification training on Saturday, October 22, at the State Fair Grounds in Lewisburg.

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Farm-to-School Movement Building Momentum in West Virginia
Monday, September 12, 2011 - 1:28pm

With several farmers across the state now delivering their goods to local schools, and a WV Farm to School Conference in the works for later this month, farm-to-school projects truly have begun to take off in West Virginia. Read on for stories from the growing movement – and scroll down to find more information about how the WV Farm to School Conference will help farmers to connect with school food service professionals for the first time.

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WVFFC Partners to Offer Regional Conference Scholarships for Local Food Organizers and Businesses
Saturday, September 10, 2011 - 8:57pm

You are invited to the 2011 Annual “It Takes a Region: A Working Conference” of the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (NESAWG). This is a conference for doers looking to work with others to rebuild our food system. Share how your local efforts make a regional impact! Program details are at www.ittakesaregion.org. Registration opens September 1st. Save 14% on hotel by reserving through NESAWG before October 20th.

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Real Solutions to Rising Electric Rates -- Public Forum in Morgantown
Sunday, September 4, 2011 - 3:10pm

Real Solutions to Rate Increases
Our pockets feel it - electricity rates are rising. What's really happening and what can you do about it?

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St. Albans Celebrates Busy Summer of Community Projects
Sunday, September 4, 2011 - 3:06pm

It’s been a busy time in St. Alban’s – full of community projects and events. Read on for reports from the Mayor's Desk, describing some of the exciting developments underway.

Big Day of Service Set for Sept. 17

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Strengthening Families in WV Conference Offers Information-Packed Workshops Sept. 23
Sunday, September 4, 2011 - 2:33pm

“Sustaining our families through education, employment, economic empowerment, and behavioral health” – that’s the theme for the 2011 Strengthening Families in WV Conference. The Responsible Fatherhood Program of KISRA (Kanawha Institute for Social Research & Acition) will host the conference on Friday, September 23 at the Charleston Town Center Marriott.

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