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Public hearing begins for suspended Clarksburg Fire Chief
On Wednesday, a hearing began that will determine if former Clarksburg Fire Chief Stephen McIntire will be able to remain in his role after he was suspended without pay last month for what he claims was retaliation by City Manager Tiffany Fell for joining a firefighter lawsuit against the city.
Bonnie’s Bus to offer mammograms in Hamlin, Clay, Grantsville, and Clarksburg
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Bonnie’s Bus mobile mammography unit will visit Lincoln, Clay, Calhoun, and Harrison counties offering three-dimensional (3D) digital screening mammograms and breast care education to women. A service of WVU Medicine-WVU Hospitals and the WVU Cancer Institute, Bonnie’s Bus will be at:. Southern West Virginia...
WVWC Service Scholars Invest Nearly 10,000 Hours into Community in 2023-2024 Academic Year
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia – The Center for Community Engagement & Leadership Development (CCE) students invested 9,760 service hours in the Upshur County and surrounding community last academic year and look to continue supporting that effort in the fall. The CCE seeks to support West Virginia Wesleyan College’s (WVWC) mission...
Fairmont State working to increase number of female pilots
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - Fairmont State University is working to increase the number of female pilots in the nation with their aviation program. According to the university, the United States is short approximately 17,000 pilots. They propose that diversifying the pool of talented aviators to include more women will help end this shortage.
13 Facts About Stonewall Jackson Accomplishments
Stonewall Jackson remains one of the most intriguing figures in American Civil War history. Known for his fearless tactics and brilliant strategies, Jackson's accomplishments have left a lasting impact. But what exactly did he achieve that made him so legendary? Stonewall Jackson's accomplishments include his pivotal role in the Shenandoah Valley Campaign, his decisive victories at battles like Bull Run and Chancellorsville, and his ability to outmaneuver larger Union forces. His military genius earned him the nickname "Stonewall," symbolizing his steadfastness and resilience. Ready to learn more? Let's dive into 13 fascinating facts about Stonewall Jackson's remarkable achievements.
Clarksburg Woman who was Long-Time Educator with Passion for Music, Joanna Hibbs Griffin, Passes at 96
Joanna Hibbs Griffin, 96, of Clarksburg, formerly of Philippi, WV, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. She was born in Charleston, WV on September 6, 1927, a daughter of the late Reverend Ward and Mary Lough Hibbs. Surviving are one son, Jonathan Ward Griffin and his wife, Karen of...
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.
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...
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...
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...
Morrisey takes sex-reassignment surgery ruling to Supreme Court
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is backing the state’s decision not to cover sex-reassignment surgeries under its Medicaid plan and taking the case to the U.S. Supreme Court. Morrisey made the announcement in a news conference in Bridgeport Thursday following an 8-6 decision from...
Fairmont State undergraduate students present forensic research findings
At many universities, students often spend their undergraduate careers dipping their toes into the world of academic research, with limited opportunities to present their findings before graduation. At Fairmont State, however, students can do research from day one, and many are given opportunities to present their findings alongside faculty experts at professional conferences around the world.
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