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WVU Extension 4-H celebrates National 4-H Week with career readiness initiatives to inspire tomorrow’s leaders

Homeschool student sitting at a desk creating a vison board

To kick off National 4-H Week (Oct. 7-12), West Virginia University Extension 4-H agents hosted a career readiness event for the Mountaineer Outings for Teen Homeschoolers for homeschooled teenagers from Barbour, Lewis, Upshur and Randolph counties. This year’s theme for the week is “Beyond Ready,” which emphasizes how 4-H equips youth with essential skills needed for their future. 

Experience a journey to the past at WVU Jackson’s Mill heritage event

Man holding two wax candles that were hand dipped

On Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Harvest Time at the Mill returns and is open to the public. WVU Jackson’s Mill invites people of all ages to participate in blacksmithing, heritage-themed youth activities, gristmill demonstrations in the historic Blaker Mill and more.