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On the front lines of recruitment challenges, WVU Extension Fire Service trains firefighters
In West Virginia, 90% of fire departments are staffed entirely by volunteers, a heavy reliance that Mark Lambert, director of the WVU Extension Fire Service, says was born out of necessity.
“It’s a matter of the rural nature of West Virginia and the mountainous terrain,” Lambert said. “It may be 10 miles as the crow flies on a map, but it may take you 45 minutes to get from point A to point B in West Virginia because you follow the roads through the valleys and the hills.”
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Step back in time at WVU Jackson’s Mill heritage event
The community is invited to attend Harvest Time at the Mill, a history and heritage event.
4-H clubs blaze a path for youths to connect
4-H clubs give youths the opportunity to foster these connections, build skills and explore their interests year-round.
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Monroe County welcomes Wickline as WVU Extension 4-H youth development agent
Emma Wickline is the newest addition to West Virginia University Extension’s 4-H program. She will serve as WVU Extension 4-H youth development agent for Monroe County, bringing experience in youth engagement, agriculture education and community outreach.
Pollinator Conservation in Practice workshop set for November 18 at Jackson’s Mill
Landowners, foresters and conservation professionals have an opportunity to take a deep dive into pollinator ecology, management and habitat restoration during the Pollinator Conservation in Practice workshop on November 18, 2025, at WVU Jackson’s Mill in Weston, West Virginia.
WVU Extension honors employee award of excellence recipients
Across our state’s 55 counties, West Virginia University Extension faculty and staff work tirelessly to serve the people of West Virginia, providing educational programs and services that aim to improve the lives and livelihoods of our residents.