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n today's briefing: Robotics innovation, Nitro demolition, a new pet microchip scanner and more. Here's the latest community news from municipalities throughout Kanawha County. Have an item to share? Email ramsburgreports@gmail.com to have it included in a future briefing.
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Innovation: Students in Carver Career Center’s Robotics program recently completed a project where they designed and developed a Light Filter Frame for a local manufacturer. Pupils created the technology as part of the Manufacturing Innovation Challenge sponsored by Niterra (formerly NGK Spark Plug). "This project showcases their creativity, engineering skills, and problem-solving abilities in real-world manufacturing applications," a Carver Career representative said in an announcement. "We’re so proud of their hard work and innovation." See more photos of their design here.
Demolition: The city of Nitro continues to make progress on its ongoing demolition projects. Officials said they have demolished 13 of 17 buildings slated for razing. “This project is a big step toward eliminating blight and improving our community,” a city representative said in a statement posted on social media. Crews will now move on to a property on Layne Avenue.
Scholarship: Over 200 students from more than 50 countries who attend the University of Charleston now have access to new funding thanks to an endowment from two former alumni. The college recently received a $50,000 donation from the estate of Frances and Richard Rumley to establish a scholarship for international students. “This scholarship will make a real difference, easing financial burdens and giving more international students the chance to call UC home,” Vice President of Development Gail Carter said. Read more about the Rumley’s donation here.
Pets: A new pet microchip scanner is coming to St. Albans. According to a release, the scanner will be located at the St. Albans Police Station at 613 MacCorkle Avenue. “This Microchip Scanning Station is the first of its kind in the Kanawha County area,” said Debbie Keener, the project's initiator. The scanner will allow anyone who has found a lost pet to scan that pet for a microchip. If a chip number is found, the individual may access the microchip registry online and follow the instructions to obtain the owner's contact information. Officials will dedicate the scanner during a public ceremony tomorrow (Thursday, March 13). Read more here.
