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Philip Barbour High School hosts vigil in memory of Keaton 'Beef' McDermott
Hundreds of members of the Barbour County community flooded the Philip Barbour High School football field Monday evening to honor Keaton McDermott, a recent graduate who passed away in a car wreck this past weekend.
2024 PBHS grad killed in wreck
VALLEY HEAD — Residents across Barbour County and area communities are in mourning after a three-vehicle accident claimed the life of 18-year-old Keaton McDermott Sunday afternoon in Randolph County. According to a press release by Randolph County Sheriff Rob Elbon, McDermott passed away after being involved in the crash...
Big fourth inning lifts Post 13 Junior Legion past Post 44
CLARKSBURG — Clarksburg Post 13 Junior Legion erupted for 10 runs in the fourth inning in taking a 16-6 win over Barbour County Post 44 on Wednesday evening. The contest ended after the top of the fifth inning due to the 10-run mercy rule. With the game tied at...
Police release information on fatal three-vehicle crash involving Barbour County 18-year-old
HUTTONSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An 18-year-old is dead following a three-vehicle crash in West Virginia. According to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, on Sunday, June 23rd, 2024, deputies responded to a multi-vehicle crash on US Route 219 South near Valley Head and Huttonsville. The incident involved three vehicles, two of which sustained significant front-end damage. […]
Philip Barbour High School football player killed in vehicle accident
PHILIPPI, W.Va (WDTV) - UPDATE (June 24, 7:15 P.M.) - The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released more information regarding the crash that killed Keaton McDermott. Sheriff Elbon said that the crash occurred on US Route 219 South, along the Seneca Trail between Valley Head and Huttonsville. Three vehicles...
Post 44 falls to Kingwood
PHILIPPI — Barbour County Post 44 dropped a 6-2 decision to Kingwood Post 56 Junior Legion on Tuesday evening. Robbie Jones and Anthony Mosesso each had RBIs for Post 44, while Landyn Carpenter had a pair of hits. Curtis Quarrack was 2 for 4 with two RBIs for Post...
United Way’s Kids Hygiene Drive begins
ELKINS — In an effort to make sure all students have necessary hygiene and personal care items when they return to school in August, the Tygart Valley United Way is currently hosting its annual Kids Hygiene Drive. The collection drive officially kicked off on Friday and will run until...
Adaland Mansion hosts buffet and high tea for the community
PHILIPPI, W.Va (WDTV) - On Sunday afternoon, people came to the Adaland Mansion in Philippi for a buffet and high tea. Adaland was originally built in 1870, and has been authentically restored over the years. The mansion opened its doors to the public in 2001 for historical tours, weddings and...
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