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First female astronaut from West Virginia shares dream with the Mountain State
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – One Mountaineer will soon be able to see the Mountain State from way up high, as she gets ready to become the first female astronaut from West Virginia. Emily Calandrelli is the face of the hit Netflix series ‘Emily’s Wonder Lab’. Calandrelli isn’t just a star on the screen, she’s also a […]
Stories of the Week: July 14 through July 20
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. – Here are some of the top stories this week on the WBOY 12News Facebook page. West Virginia State Police have identified a body pulled from Summersville Lake as that of a missing Morgantown man. The buyer of a 99-bedroom Elkins IOOF Home plans to turn it...
West Virginia Announces Teacher of the Year Finalists, Including Local Educator Krista Blankenship
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WVPREBB) – Though school may be out for students, teachers across West Virginia continue to be recognized for their dedication and hard work. The West Virginia Department of Education recently announced five finalists for Teacher of the Year, one of whom hails from north-central West Virginia. “It’s...
Morgantown celebrates 100 years of Don Knotts' legacy
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WCHS) — The city of Morgantown is recognizing a legendary entertainer by paying tribute to West Virginia native Don Knotts. The Metropolitan Theater will be celebrating Knotts' life and legacy from July 20-24 by showing a marathon of his films and featuring special guests and performances. Signage...
Barrackville Town Council members resign, new members named
BARRACKVILLE, W.Va (WDTV) - Five Barrackville town council members have resigned within the last few weeks. Four members resigned, and one member moved away, according to Barrackville City Attorney John Funkhouser. Cari Casuccio, Thomas Young, Tom Straight and Donnie Pricket resigned Wednesday. A disagreement with council members could have caused...
Morgantown City Council discussing ordinance banning homeless camps
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - Morgantown City Council held a meeting Tuesday that focused heavily on issues surrounding the homeless. The meeting drew both criticism and support for a potential ban on homeless encampments. The president of the non-profit Main Street Morgantown, Mark Downs says current conditions downtown are enabling dangerous...
Morgantown officials approve funds for key homeless issues
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Morgantown city council has set aside about $213,000 for the operation of the triage and warming shelter for the 2024-25 winter and transportation. The funds are part of the allocation of $1.3 million in carry over funds. Council approved the transfer of $150,000 for the operation...
12th annual Run for Recovery to be held Saturday in Fairmont
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - On Saturday, the annual Run for Recovery takes place in Fairmont, and a record-setting 150 to 200 people are expected to take part. Organizers said the event helps raise money for a good cause. “This means so much to the community to support the homeless, to...
John Manchin Senior Health Care Center among nursing homes to possibly be sold
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia Department of Health Facilities recently unveiled a new initiative to sell four state-run nursing homes. In a press release Friday, the department announced it will be working with Lument Securities, a healthcare merging and acquisition company, to sell Jackie Withrow Hospital in Beckley, Hopemont Hospital in Terra Alta, Lakin Hospital in West Columbia, and John Manchin Senior Health Care Center in Fairmont.
Marion County Girls State citizens honored at reception
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The American Legion Auxiliary West Virginia Rhododendron Girls State is the premier leadership camp in the state for rising high school seniors. It’s a nationwide program that lets girls build their leadership skills, helps them understand the political process and teaches them how important veterans are to our country.
Yes, communities can prohibit the homeless from camping in public spaces
Morgantown is in the midst of a dispute over homelessness, and it is an issue familiar to communities around the state and across the country. Should the homeless be allowed to camp on public property?. Morgantown already has a limited prohibition. The city code reads, “No person shall establish or...
Historically-low water levels recorded at Tygart Lake
GRAFTON, W.Va. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reports that Tygart Lake is currently at a record low level. Officials said the last measurable rainfall was on July 5. The lake, which is near Grafton, has dropped four feet since July 8. According to the Corps, the lake...
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