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Fairmont State’s aviation program sees growth in female pilots
In October 2018, Victoria Grace was celebrated as the first woman to complete her Private Pilot Single Engine Land Rating through Fairmont State University’s flight program. Grace went on to be the first woman to graduate from the aviation program and then became their first female flight instructor. Since...
Union reaches three-year agreement with Optimum in West Virginia
WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — Union workers announced a multi-year deal was established Wednesday for Optimum employees in West Virginia. The Communication Workers of America reached an agreement with the telecommunication company which boosts pay and job security for workers in the Beckley and Logan areas. The contract includes a...
Davis enhances Fairmont State’s Cabinet with the addition of two new executive leaders
Fairmont State University President Mike Davis has selected two new vice presidents to join his executive leadership team, marking a significant step for the institution. Now in the second year of presidency, Davis has set forward a bold vision to make Fairmont State a “Great Place to Learn, to Work, and to Call Home.” With these hires, he is expanding the team of experts that will turn this vision into reality.
Disability Action Center takes on Olympics theme for this year’s ‘Camp CAN-DO’
This week, the Disability Action Center (DAC) in Fairmont is hosting "Camp CAN-DO," a week-long summer camp held each year that emphasizes things like inclusion and personal empowerment for kids and adults with disabilities.
First at 4 Forum: Gauge Miller
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Gauge Miller, the fire chief of the Grant Town Volunteer Fire Department, stopped by the First at 4 Wednesday. He talked about the upcoming Fireman’s Festival and what events will be taking place!. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4...
Man charged after allegedly making racial threats to family in Monongalia County
A Morgantown resident was charged with violating his neighbors' civil rights after allegedly making racial threats at multiple victims, including children, over the course of several months.
Pennsboro in search of new police chief
Pennsboro City Council relieved Police Chief Travis R. Snuffer of his duties, after being charged with animal cruelty after allegedly leaving his K-9 in his police cruiser in Doddridge County. At the Monday, July 15, meeting, Council convened in executive session. Upon returning Mayor Robert Riggs reported that Snuffer’s services...
Shaw makes strong early impression as she strives to fit in alongside Quinerly and Harrison
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In Mark Kellogg’s first season as head coach at West Virginia, the Mountaineers featured one of the most productive backcourts in the country. Starting guards JJ Quinerly, Jordan Harrison and Lauren Fields helped key a 25-win season by combining for 57 percent of the team’s scoring, serving as the top three assists leaders and totaling between 77 and 97 steals apiece to each rank in the top 50 nationally.
First at 4 Forum: Dawn Yanek
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Dawn Yanek, founder of momsanity.com, stopped by the First at 4 Thursday. She shared new interactive toys from Disney to keep your preschoolers’ minds active in the summer. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays from 4 to 5...
First at 4 Forum: Jeffrey Boggess
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Jeffrey Boggess, the director of the Mountain Craft Film Festival, stopped by the First at 4 Thursday. He shared information about early bird tickets to the festival at the Robinson Grand. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays from 4...
Final One Day Camp and Big-Time BBQ Recruiting Scoop
West Virginia University held their final one-day camp of the summer on Thursday, with dozens of recruits following up with an evening visit for a tailgating event with the coaching staff and their families. EerSports was in attendance and we got some recruiting scoop to share. Check it out below.
Mountaineers Earn ABCA Academic Honor
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The West Virginia University baseball team earned the 2023-24 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award, presented by Sports Attack, the American Baseball Coaches Association announced. The award highlights programs coached by ABCA members that posted a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale for the entire 2023-24 academic year. For the year, the Mountaineers earned a cumulative GPA of 3.12. With the honor, WVU secured its second Team Academic Excellence Award and first since 2021-22. In all, more than 350 high school and 470 collegiate programs were recognized with this year's award. The American Baseball Coaches...
Black bear spotted in Bridgeport near elementary school
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - A black bear was spotted in Bridgeport Wednesday morning. The bear was seen near Johnson Elementary School on Johnson Avenue. Tiffany Criss Adams took the picture and said the bear ran out of the wooded lot that’s currently for sale along Johnson Avenue toward the school, but when a vehicle spooked it, it ran back into the wooded lot.
American Heart Association recognizes Ruby Memorial Hospital
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The American Heart Association has awarded Ruby Memorial Hospital with their Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. Dr. Muhammad Alvi is a stroke specialist and credits the entire staff for their work treating patients. “I think it’s good to have that kind...
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