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Previewing WVU’s Rookies in the NFL
Three rookies will represent West Virginia University in the upcoming NFL season. Frazier was a second round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, taken by the Pittsburgh Steelers. In ESPN’s unofficial depth chart for the team, Frazier is projected to be the starting center this season. The Steelers have been making their offensive line younger as of recent, with their last two 1st round draft picks being used on right tackle Troy Fautanu and left tackle Broderick Jones.
State Fair advanced discounted ticket deadline approaching
FAIRLEA (LOOTPRESS) – The deadline to purchase advanced discounted tickets to the 2024 State Fair of West Virginia is Monday, July 29. Tickets may be purchased by visiting statefairofwv.com/tickets/, calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) or at the State Fair Box Office. The Box Office is open Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday, […]
Pennsylvania could be a lithium goldmine, if the tech catches up
(The Center Square) — The hunt for critical minerals in Pennsylvania is on. A multi-billion-dollar industry is at hand — if innovators can make the technology work and scale up from the lab to the field. With lithium — used in solar energy, batteries, and other electronics — the commonwealth may have an opportunity to salvage the metal from oil and gas wastewater. If it works, Pennsylvania could see an...
Photo online raises concerns about safety of 'Racer' at Kennywood
A photo of the popular Racer roller coaster at Kennywood has circulated on social media and has park-goers concerned for their safety. The photo shows two concrete blocks holding up a part of the roller coaster’s track.
A Penn Hills Candy Factory Is Making Life Sweeter for Folks on the Autism Spectrum
It’s a dog day summer afternoon and Nathan Amorino, Joe Pawlowski and Amalia Insogna are busy making bark. After shattering sheets of solid chocolate, they weigh the bite-sized pieces, bag and heat-seal the treats, then gleefully slap a Spectrum Fudge label on each package. It’s a simple job, but one that has an extraordinary impact on people with autism and other special needs.
Scattered rain showers, isolated thunderstorm possible in Pittsburgh area Wednesday
PITTSBURGH — Wednesday is an Impact Day in western Pennsylvania with increasing clouds, some rain showers and an isolated thunderstorm later in the day. It's another warm day, with temperatures in the mid-80s. Watch the forecast from Pittsburgh's Action Weather in the video above. The storm chance for areas...
Penn State vs West Virginia Clash: Can PSU Handle Hostile Milan Puskar Stadium?
Penn State head coach James Franklin anticipates a challenging road atmosphere at West Virginia's Milan Puskar Stadium for their upcoming clash, emphasizing the tough environment he's familiar with from previous coaching experiences. The highly anticipated Week 1 match on August 31st has garnered attention as a must-watch non-conference game for the 2024 season, set to feature the FOX Big Noon pre-game show.
Q&A with WVU alumni Kathy Birri
Kathy Birri shares how The Chambers College’s Fully-Online Forensic and Fraud Examination program helped her reach her reach her goal of becoming a fraud investigator. Read her full story below and learn about our FFE program. Q: Where are you originally from and currently living?. A: I am originally...
Morgantown Municipal Airport prepares for the return of Young Eagles Day
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Morgantown Municipal Airport (MGW) is gearing up to host Young Eagles Day on Saturday, August 3, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Organized by MGW and local members of the Experimental Aircraft Association Inc. (EAA), this event will offer free airplane rides to children ages 8 to 17, with parental […]
WVU being first 'means a lot' to Florida athlete
Boynton Beach (FL) athlete Kelsey Gerald finished up a workout earlier this summer and headed home. It was then that he received a call from his high school coach with some news. "My coach called me once I arrived home, and he congratulated me," said Gerald. "I was confused, but...
West By Pod — A WVU Football Podcast: Kansas Deep Dive Preview
Listen to this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and all major platforms. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @smokingmusket and @West_By_Pod to stay updated on future episodes and exciting content. If you’re interested in sponsoring West By Pod, please reach out to us at...
Not Too Early Big XII Hoops Predictions: No. 9, West Virginia
As expected, West Virginia's first post-Huggins season was very rough. The Mountaineers won only nine games overall and four in the Big XII. They've obviously got a very long way to go before they can challenge in the Big XII. However, the 2024 squad is gone. Literally. Only two players from that team return and neither of them figure to be in the rotation this season. And this is one case in which roster discontinuity is probably a very good thing.
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