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Police searching for Target shoplifter
BRIDGEPORT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of law enforcement are requesting assistance from members of the public in locating a Target shoplifter in Harrison County. According to the Bridgeport Police Department, Officer Myers of the BPD is currently investigating an incident in which an unidentified individual was reportedly involved in a shoplifting situation at the Bridgeport […]
Izzo-Brown announces signing of Campbell Wolff for 2024
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University women’s soccer coach Nikki Izzo-Brown has announced the addition of goalkeeper Campbell Wolff to the 2024 fall roster. A native of Alexandria, Virginia, Wolff arrives in Morgantown after spending one season at Ole Miss, where she redshirted the 2023 season. She will join the Mountaineer roster as a redshirt freshman.
WVU's tall task: Finding physicality to supplement shortcomings
Even if the roster changes between now and the team's departure for Italy on Wednesday or even before the start of the regular season on Nov. 4, West Virginia will most likely be undersized and understaffed in the middle of the paint. The Mountaineers have Eduardo Andre and Amani Hansberry ... and that's it. That might change, but that still might be it.
Summersville Fire Department puts light rescue truck up for sale
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Summersville Fire Department has announced the sale of its light rescue truck. The vehicle in question is a 2008 Chevrolet 3500 HD with 46,250 miles on the odometer, though this number is expected to increase as the truck remains in active service. Equipped with a 6.6 Duramax diesel motor, Allison […]
Dunkin' Donuts to open new Wheeling location on National Road
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The Dunkin' Donuts franchise is expanding to Wheeling, with a new location being built along National Road in Woodsdale. The former Hardee’s location will soon be home to the first Dunkin' in the Friendly City. According to Heartland Restaurant Group -- a Pittsburgh organization...
Preston Memorial Hospital hosts balance screenings for local seniors
KINGWOOD, W.Va (WDTV) - Mon Health’s Preston Memorial Hospital hosted balance screenings for local seniors. The ‘Stay Balanced Bruceton’ event was held for individuals 60 years or older who attend events at North Preston Senior Center and for patients at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation - Bruceton/Kingwood.
Man dies after being trapped in Kanawha County fire
UPDATE (4:21 p.m. on Friday, July 26): A man who died in a fire Thursday afternoon was trapped and unable to escape, according to the West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office. KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — One person is dead after a fire at Jordan Creek Road and Wills Creek Road Thursday afternoon, according to […]
You ask, we report: Help Mountain State Spotlight write our ‘Citizens Agenda’
At Mountain State Spotlight, we aim to go beyond the polls and press releases to get you informative, explanatory and accountability election reporting. As the 2024 general election nears, we’re adapting the Citizens Agenda, a project to make election reporting more responsive, inclusive and useful for voters. Now, as we approach November, we want to […] You ask, we report: Help Mountain State Spotlight write our ‘Citizens Agenda’ appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Peppers Recall Sparks Warning in Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia
Aldi has issued a recall for several fresh produce items due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections. The recall, announced online Monday, affects green peppers, jalapeños, and green beans sold under the “Freshire Farms” label. The affected...
WGU Expands Access to West Virginia, Launches BSN Prelicensure Program in The Mountain State
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (WVDN) – Western Governors University’s (WGU) Michael O. Leavitt School of Health (LSH), now offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Prelicensure) program in West Virginia. The launch of the BSN Prelicensure program provides more access to West Virginians who need an alternative pathway into the nursing industry. “WGU is knocking down barriers that exist between West Virginians […] The post WGU Expands Access to West Virginia, Launches BSN Prelicensure Program in The Mountain State appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
National Night Out events to be held in Bridgeport, Fairmont
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - National Night Out, an event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, will be held in Bridgeport and Fairmont early next month. The events are scheduled on Tuesday, August 6th, as part of a nationwide initiative. Bridgeport’s event will be held at The Bridge, and Fairmont’s...
West Virginia football transfer portal tracker
The transfer portal has become a hot topic across the realm of college football and that has been no different at West Virginia. Several players have inserted their names into the portal, which is a database that allows other schools to contact them regarding a transfer, and WVSports.com will track it. It's important to note that because a player is listed in the portal does not mean that they have to transfer out of the program, just that schools can contact them.
WVU Dining to replace Blissful Bowl with ice cream shop
WVU Dining Services will be replacing Blissful Bowl with a hand-scooped ice cream shop, according to Shauna Johnson, WVU director of news communications. Blissful Bowl is a vegan and vegetarian bowl restaurant located in the Mountainlair on WVU’s downtown campus. Renovations for the replacement will begin in August, with...
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