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West Virginia physician admits to tax fraud
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – David M. Anderson, a 63-year-old physician from Morgantown, West Virginia, has found himself in hot water with the law after admitting to filing a false tax return. According to the United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld, Anderson deliberately understated his taxable income on his tax returns, resulting in a significant financial loss […]
Second Primanti Bros. location opens in Downtown Morgantown
Primanti Bros. opened a second location in Downtown Morgantown earlier this month, in addition to its restaurant at Suncrest Towne Centre. The restaurant chain is known for its specialty sandwiches and pizzas, originally opening in Pittsburgh’s Strip District in 1933, according to its website. Mark Downs, president of Mainstreet...
Men's Soccer Preps To Visit No. 3 West Virginia In First Ever Match Vs. Top Five Opponent
Morgantown, W.Va.- Saint Francis men's soccer are set for their prime time matchup with No. 3 West Virginia on Monday Aug. 26. The match is scheduled for a 7:00 p.m. kickoff and will be the first game against an opponent ranked in the top five in program history. Saint Francis...
Preseason All-American Austin Brinkman is a ‘special talent’
Of all the positions on a football field, long snapper is not among the most glamorous. Flying under the radar is Austin Brinkman, billed as one of the best long snappers in the country. The senior Maryland native is on the preseason watch list for the Patrick Mannelly Award, the top honor at his position. He was also named to Phil Steele’s preseason All-American Fourth Team.
Remember to hydrate during the heat wave
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - As we wrap up day two of the heat wave that is expected to last about eight days, we just want to remind you to drink plenty of water. High pressure overhead is keeping bright sunshine around for most of this week. We will also be seeing highs in the mid to upper 90s and with dewpoint temperatures gradually climbing to the upper 60s by the end of the week, it will likely feel like close to 100 during the second half of the work week.
Show & Picnic Benefit for Jeff Horner
MINERAL WELLS, W.Va. (WTAP) - In Mineral Wells on August 24th, a car show took place with food and other activities as a way to help raise money for Jeff Horner. Jeff Horner was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer in December 2023 and this benefit is a way to help him out with medical expenses and other needs.
West Virginia Drops Game Two in 6-3 Loss to Frederick
GRANVILLE, W.Va. - The West Virginia Black Bears lost the second game of the series to the Frederick Keys 6-3 at Kendrick Family Ballpark. The Black Bears could not overcome an early Keys’ lead on Saturday evening, dropping their first game since starting the six-game home stand. The Keys...
Trib HSSN football player of the week for 2024 Week Zero
Aug. 25—Trib HSSN football player of the week — Drew Welhorsky School — South Fayette Class — Junior Height/weight — 6-foot-1, 185 pounds Position — Quarterback, free safety What coach says — "Drew was a very mature leader," South Fayette coach Marty Spieler said about Welhorsky's play Friday. "We spoke about not getting too high or too low, and he was able to keep our team on track even when ...
What to watch for in WPIAL sports for Aug. 26, 2024: Avonworth, Freedom open girls soccer section slates | Trib HSSN
The Avonworth girls soccer team celebrates after defeating Shady Side Academy, 1-0, in WPIAL the Class 2A championship game on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, at Highmark Stadium. Four days into a new season and the WPIAL girls soccer section schedule begins Monday for teams in Class 3A, 2A and A.
RMU Men’s Soccer Rallies to Secure 3-3 Draw at Mount St. Mary’s
EMMITSBURG, Md. – The RMU men's soccer team pulled off a comeback to earn a 3-3 draw against Mount St. Mary's, with both teams now holding a 0-1-1 to begin the season. RMU displayed strong defensive discipline throughout the first half, limiting the Mount to just one shot in the 40th minute.
Colonials End Road Trip Falling to Indiana State
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – The RMU women's soccer team concluded their road trip with a 4-0 defeat to Indiana State, who improved to 3-0-0 on the season. The Colonials now hold a 1-1-1 record to start their 2024 campaign. FIRST HALF HIGHLIGHTS. The Sycamores struck early, converting their first...
Early offense helps IronPigs bury Rochester and earn a series split
ALLENTOWN - The IronPigs raced out to an 8-0 lead and cruised to a 13-2 win over Rochester on Sunday afternoon at Coca-Cola Park. Scott Kingery, Kody Clemens and Jim Haley all had multiple hits and home runs as Lehigh Valley won their third straight. The IronPigs will continue the...
‘We are at a breaking point:’ Child care providers, families rally at Capitol amid funding debacle
Laura Shimenga is a mother of three boys and public school teacher in Southern West Virginia. With no family nearby, she relies on child care for her sons while she teaches. This year, she learned that the state could unenroll 2,000 families from its child care assistance program due to a more than $34 million […]
Massive Heat Wave in West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky
(WOWK) – West Virginia is the most drought stricken state in the nation, and StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict that it will get worse. A powerful heatwave will settle in Appalachia for the work week causing high temperatures to soar to 10 – 15 degrees above normal. If Wednesday’s rain chances break down some backyard thermometers […]
Lawmakers begin interim committee meetings Sunday, no special session scheduled
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — State lawmakers return to Charleston Sunday to begin three days of interim committee meetings at the state capitol. There are just more than two dozen meetings scheduled through Tuesday. There is no special session scheduled in connection with meetings. Gov. Jim Justice has said a number...
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