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Financial woes place historic landmark at risk
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — West Virginia Governor Jim Justice’s financial problems, which may lead to the Greenbrier Hotel being sold at auction, came as a shock to many people. However, in the financial sector, his problems with paying bills have reportedly been well known. One financial analyst says the defaulted loan on the Greenbrier was […]
August isn’t August this week with low humidity, cool temps, and little rain expected
Monday, high pressure sits just west of our region bringing in cooler, drier, northwest winds 5-10mph. A mostly blue sky day features a few high level clouds but not a drop of rain. Highs fall just below average with the mid to upper 70s while our higher elevation spots enjoy a low to mid 70 […]
The First Astronaut from West Virginia has passed away
CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY)- West Virginia’s first astronaut Jon McBride passed away on Wednesday. Mcbride was 80 but would have turned 81 on the 14th. Even though he’s a Charleston native, he always considered Beckley his home. Senator Joe Manchin released a statement today expressing his gratitude for McBride’s...
Possible Loss of Millions of Tax Dollars with a Charles Pointe TIF District Extension Topic for City Council
Bridgeport City Council will discuss a matter they believe could cost the municipality millions in tax dollars in the future at tonight’s regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. There is no work session. The matter involves the Harrison County Commission’s recent decision to send a resolution...
More dry days in NCWV... for now
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Canadian high pressure means the humidity will remain low again on Monday. This dry air will keep us free of precipitation with temperatures rising to around 80 degrees for most lowland locations. Probably not getting out of the 70s in the mountains. An upper-level disturbance passes overhead Monday night with a stray shower at best, but most of us will stay dry. With this will come partly to mostly cloudy skies and lows in the middle 50s. More sunshine than clouds for Tuesday with another dry and comfortable afternoon.
North Central West Virginia Airport’s terminal building remains on track for Nov. completion
Construction of North Central West Virginia Airport’s new terminal, costing $25 million, is advancing smoothly and is expected to be completed by early November 2024. The project is funded through a mix of federal, state, local and airport funds, including a $19.267 million federal grant and a $10 million bridge loan.
Community celebrates WV native accepting presidential nomination 100 years ago
CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - On August 11, 1924, lawyer and politician John W. Davis came to Clarksburg to accept the Democratic presidential nomination. At the time, he was living and working in New York as an attorney. He ran against Calvin Coolidge, the Republican candidate. Even though he didn’t win,...
Gallery II: Another Strong Turnout for National Night Out
A large crowd once again gathered at The Bridge Sports Complex last week to meet with law enforcement officers and first responders during National Night Out. They also enjoyed a variety of free food, entertainment and fireworks. Joe LaRocca was on hand to capture some of the sights from the...
WR DayDay Farmer flashing ability in West Virginia fall camp
West Virginia made wide receiver DayDay Farmer a priority on the recruiting trail and was able to beat out a number of schools for his services in the process. And in his first fall camp, Farmer is starting to show exactly why that was the case. “He is elite with...
Mountaineers Shine in Night Scrimmage: Greene and Marchiol Excel
West Virginia's football team held its first full preseason scrimmage under the lights at Milan Puskar Stadium, executing over 100 plays. Quarterbacks Garrett Greene and Nicco Marchiol each threw two touchdown passes, while Ryder Burton connected with TJ Johnson on a 47-yard scoring pass. True freshman Diore Hubbard had a notable long touchdown run, and multiple players found the end zone during red-zone drills. The defense showed promise early, forcing three-and-outs on the first two possessions, but some struggles in pass coverage emerged later in the scrimmage.
23rd Annual Ride for Life Begins in Clarksburg Aug. 17
The 23rd Annual Ride for Life is coming up Saturday, Aug. 17 with all proceeds benefiting The American Cancer Society. Registration at Texas Roadhouse on Emily Drive, Clarksburg, WV will take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Breakfast, courtesy of Texas Roadhouse, will be available.Tickets for a 50/50 drawing and raffles will be sold.
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