Good morning, Meigs County. The stars are aligning at Parkersburg High School, where the last school-based planetarium in West Virginia is receiving a stunning $300,000 technological transformation. This astronomical upgrade will soon transport students beyond traditional Earth-based perspectives with cutting-edge digital projection systems and immersive software—just in time for holiday programming this December. Meanwhile, 13-year-old cancer fighter Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel received a constellation of badges from local law enforcement, adding to his remarkable collection from over 1,400 police departments nationwide.
Local prodigy Kaity Ross is proving that exceptional talent doesn't follow conventional timelines. The 15-year-old Parkersburg Catholic senior will graduate at just 16 after skipping two grades, all while pursuing her dance passion with the Charleston Ballet Company and securing a coveted scholarship to New York City's prestigious Steps on Broadway Academy. Between high school, college credits, and daily dance training, Ross has mastered the delicate choreography of time management while keeping her future options gracefully open.
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🌌 Historic school planetarium gets $300,000 high-tech makeover. The Parkersburg High School Foundation is funding extensive renovations to the Dwight O. Conner Planetarium, the last school-based planetarium in West Virginia. Upgrades include a new digital projection system, renovated seating, advanced lighting, and cutting-edge software that will transform the educational experience beyond traditional Earth-based astronomy perspectives. The renovations will allow for expanded STEM curriculum and accommodate more visitors from throughout Wood County and beyond. The project is expected to be completed by December, just in time for traditional holiday programs.
👮♂️ Brave 13-year-old cancer fighter sworn in as honorary police officer. Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel received badges from multiple West Virginia law enforcement agencies during a special ceremony at Parkersburg's City Park on Friday. The teen, known for his kind heart and humor, has been made an honorary officer by over 1,400 police departments nationwide while battling cancer. Officials praised DJ's "extraordinary bravery, positivity and perseverance" as he continues raising awareness for childhood cancer. His family also advocates for increased funding for cancer clinical trials, having recently donated $205,000 to a cancer foundation.
💃 Teen prodigy balances dance dreams with academic excellence at 15. Kaity Ross, a senior at Parkersburg Catholic High School, will graduate at just 16 years old after skipping two grades. The talented dancer trains at PACE Dance Studio, performs with the Charleston Ballet Company, and recently accepted a scholarship to the prestigious Steps on Broadway Academy in New York City. Despite her passion for dance, Ross is pragmatic about her future, already accumulating 30+ college credits and considering careers in engineering or medicine. Her rigorous schedule of high school, college courses, and 4-5 hours of daily dance has taught her exceptional time management skills.
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