daily304 – Episode 08.04.2026
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Today is Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.
#1 – From WV METRO NEWS – Veteran officer named DNR law enforcement colonel
After nearly four decades of service, Dave Trader is leading the next chapter of the West Virginia Natural Resources Police.
Trader recently took the oath as colonel of the agency after serving in a variety of leadership roles since joining the Division of Natural Resources in 1989. As colonel, he plans to continue investing in officer training, technology and public service while protecting West…
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