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A “disappointing” settlement that reveals a bent toward corporate profits over an “unfathomable amount of suffering” should lead to the shutdown of Purdue Pharma, according to West Virginia University experts who both work with people who face substance use disorder issues and have investigated the inner workings of the illicit side of the drug trade. Dr. Judith Feinberg, Dr. James Berry and John Temple are versed in various angles of the national opioid crisis are available to discuss the Justice Department’s $8.3 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma, the drug company that produces OxyContin. Purdue Pharma also agreed to plead guilty to three felonies.

The West Virginia University Equine Studies Program will host Halloween with the Horses from 2-4 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 24) at the J.W. Ruby Research Farm in Reedsville. Families and children of all ages are invited to participate in the drive-thru, smartphone-guided scavenger hunt and pick up a packet of educational materials. The WVU teaching horses will be dressed in costume — and kids are encouraged to do the same.

With the increase in artificial intelligence across industries, the Chambers College Distinguished Speaker Series, in conjunction with Vantage Ventures, is hosting an Ethics in AI Panel. Experts David Fragale, Laure Kornhauser and Tim Duncan will lead a thoughtful discussion on the implications of AI, followed by a Q&A session.

Chris Herren, former NBA player and advocate for prevention of substance abuse will speak at the Hardesty Festival of Ideas Speakers Series on Wed. Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. Herren will answer questions following the presentation and will be moderated by Frankie Tack, a West Virginia certified advanced addiction counselor.

West Virginia University Extension Service’s consumer horticulture specialists, Mira Danilovich and Lewis Jett have advice on ways to make the most of mums and preventing pumpkins from rotting too soon.

With major retailers like Amazon and Walmart announcing holiday deals starting as early as mid-October, shoppers are preparing to get a head start on their holiday shopping. Great deals may provide a little normalcy and joy this holiday season, but WVU Extension Service Family and Community Development Agent Lauren Weatherford cautions shoppers about emotional spending. Finding hope and happiness doesn’t have to “break the bank.” It may also be a good time to rethink how you celebrate.

“Women Beyond Bars,” an interactive installation that explores the story of women’s incarceration in West Virginia presented by West Virginia University Reed College of Media.

Poore will deliver her annual State of Diversity address that includes a status report designed to celebrate successes and acknowledge opportunities for growth as WVU strives to create the safe, diverse and welcoming community every Mountaineer deserves.

W. Kamau Bell, a sociopolitical comedian will be the second speaker for the 2020 Hardesty Festival of Ideas Speaker Series.

The West Virginia Economic Outlook Conference is scheduled for a live virtual event via Zoom on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 8:30 -10:30 a.m.