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Faces of the Valley: The River Church hosts campers in New Kensington on group mission trips
New faces are a regular occurrence during the summer at The River Church in New Kensington. The church, in collaboration with Week of Hope, a group mission trip organization based in Colorado, has been a host site for mission trips for the past 10 years. Week of Hope has been...
State of Emergency issued in West Virginia over drought
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice has announced a State of Emergency for all 55 counties due to a prolonged lack of rainfall that has led to hazardous drought conditions. The U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that extreme, severe, and moderate drought conditions have affected the entire state. Governor Justice emphasized the impact of the […]
WVSN Notebook 7/28/24: WVU Athletes in Olympics Update
The West Virginia Sports Now Daily Notebook is a daily recap of news concerning West Virginia University Athletics. Blessing is set to get things started in Paris tomorrow morning! 🇳🇬. 📅 July 29. ⏰ 5 a.m. ET. 🆚 Australia. 📺 Peacock#HailWV | #OlympiansMadeHere pic.twitter.com/Da4TwsEQbT. — WVU...
Reviewing the West Virginia four-star linemen and LB commits since 2002
WVSports.com takes a look back at the four-star linemen and linebacker commits on Rivals.com since 2002. How did they fare in Morgantown and how have the Mountaineers hit at the positions when it comes to the top rated?. We examine how it's turned out and how the Mountaineers have done...
Hunter Giacomo: George Washington LB Discusses WVU Walk-On Offer & Academic Plans
Hunter Giacomo, a linebacker from George Washington High School, received a preferred walk-on (PWO) offer from WVU despite not growing up as a fan of the team. Giacomo, in the class of 2025, impressed with 104 tackles, two sacks, and two interceptions, showcasing his skills during summer visits and camps. Although he was not initially a WVU fan, the in-state offer holds significance for him. Giacomo is considering academic scholarships that could potentially cover most or all of his schooling costs at WVU.
Man critically injured after being hit by car in Pittsburgh neighborhood
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A man was taken to the hospital after being hit by a car overnight in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood, Pittsburgh police said.Police were called just after midnight to Penn Avenue and 44th Street.The man was walking in the area when he was struck by a car, police said. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment in critical but stable condition.The driver of the vehicle stayed at the scene. Police said that person is cooperating with officers. Police collision investigators are looking into the crash. However, Public Safety officials said no charges have been filed at this time.
East Liberty housing nonprofit and other organizations grateful for help from Duquesne Light’s grant program
Charlise Smith knows the critical housing challenges Pittsburgh and Allegheny County residents can face. She created a nonprofit organization — Willissae’s Agency for Vision and Empowerment, or WAVE — to help them. Building on its early years, her organization has developed a “more robust and comprehensive plan...
West Virginia college prepares for new campus carry law implementation
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — As one local institution is preparing for students and staff to return from summer break, they are also getting ready for the first semester of classes with the new campus carry bill in effect. The Campus Self-Defense Act was officially implemented on July 1 in all West Virginia Colleges and Universities, […]
Neal Brown supports NFL-style changes in college football
Neal Brown is in favor of as many things that resemble the NFL in the game of college football as possible. So recent changes across the sport is something he certainly supports. The reason is simple, it makes the viewing experience more seamless for the average football fan and also...
Area Woman Allegedly Caught Passed Out Behind Wheel With Multiple Bricks of Heroin, Fentanyl in Richland Township
RICHLAND TWP., Pa. (EYT) — An area woman is behind bars after police reportedly found her passed out behind the wheel in Venango County while possessing multiple bricks of heroin and fentanyl. According to court documents, Franklin-based State Police filed criminal charges against 29-year-old Cassandra Irene Smith, of Clarion,...
West Virginia Faces Scorching Heat with Temperatures Soaring into the 90s
Charleston, WV – A hotter day is expected across West Virginia as temperatures are set to rise into the low to mid-90s in the lowlands. The National Weather Service in Charleston reports mostly sunny skies today, with rain chances increasing by late afternoon and evening. Residents are advised to enjoy the quiet weather before rain becomes more likely tonight.
How did exiting WVU transfers perform at new stops?
Examining how players that left the West Virginia football program performed during the 2023 season at their new college destinations. Prather entered the portal last off-season after hauling in 52 catches for 501 yards and 3 touchdowns during the 2022 campaign, his second with the Mountaineers. That led him to Maryland where Prather hauled in 42 grabs for 666 yards and 5 scores. Prather still has one year of eligibility left in his career.
WVU Basketball Notebook: Early men's observations
While there is no way to make final, definitive judgments about a team three months before it plays its first game, there are some things that can be gleaned from practice and talking to those in and around the program. With that chance afforded over the past few days, here are some observations and thoughts on West Virginia's men's basketball team as it prepares for its trip to Italy, where it will play three games during the first week of August.
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