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WVU Baseball Catcher Withdraws from MLB Draft, Returning to Mountaineers
In the midst of several of his teammates achieving their dreams of being drafted, Logan Sauve feels he still has unfinished business in college with WVU Baseball. Ahead of the final day of the 2024 MLB Draft, Sauve announced he’s withdrawing his name from the draft and returning to West Virginia for another season.
West Virginia’s Darian DeVries Talks Difficulty of Coaching America’s Best Basketball Conference
In a recent podcast episode with CBS Sports’ Jon Rothstein, West Virginia head coach Darian DeVries discussed some of the advantages and disadvantages associated with coaching in the Big 12 Conference. DeVries spoke on the differences in coaching at a mid-major school like Drake and that of West Virginia...
Williamstown seeks third consecutive state title while moving to Class AA
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Greg Carey and Joe Brocato take an early look at the Class AA football landscape. Two-time defending Class A state champion Williamstown is moving up after advancing to the state title game in three consecutive seasons.
Teams Ohio & West Virginia Report to OVAC Media Day
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– Both Team Ohio (coached by Harrison Central’s Anthony Hayes) and West Virginia (coached by Weir’s Frank Sisinni) are on campus now for the OVAC All Star Game. They will spend the week there before heading over to Wheeling Island Stadium for the big game. Stream the game on WTRF.com with our own […]
Garrett Greene Pinpoints Biggest Weakness, Provides Lofty Personal Goal
After Neal Brown repeated what he said all spring, Garrett Greene was tasked with assessing his own game at Big 12 Media Days. And in typical Greene fashion, he was honest and echoed much of what his coach said. But in this case, Greene also went a bit further. When...
Hancock County looking for new county administrator after approving resignation of current administrator
During their regularly scheduled commission meeting on Thursday, July 11, the Hancock County commissioners unanimously approved the resignation of Paul Zuros from his role as the county administrator effective July 19.
Police seeking assistance after gravestone of “Harry Spitz” stolen
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Police are seeking the assistance of the public in locating a stolen gravestone belonging to “Harry Spitz.” According to the Morgantown Police Department (MPD), the gravestone of Harry Spitz has recently been stolen from the Oak Grove Cemetery Morgantown. Harry died at three years old in 1912. He was born on […]
Ohio County Cemeteries Foundation: Call for Volunteers
Jay Frey, president, Ohio County Cemeteries Foundation. The Ohio County Cemeteries Foundation needs your help as we undertake our first restoration work session at Wheeling’s historic Peninsula Cemetery. Saturday, July 27. Monument restoration training session presented by the Preservation Alliance of WV. 9:00 to noon, WVNCC Education Center, 10...
Public ice skating rink in the works at Mylan Park
MORGANTOWN W.Va – A public ice rink is set to open in late 2025 at Mylan Park, according to Mylan Park Foundation President Ron Justice. The arena’s exact design is still in the early stages, but Justice said the rink will most likely include one sheet of ice with locker rooms and seating, as well as a skate rental shop. He said their hope is to have the rink open in fall 2025.
Mountain State Justice calls for action against Morgantown City Council proposed camping ban
MORGANTOWN W.Va – Nonprofit legal services firm Mountain State Justice expressed their opposition to a proposed camping ban downtown in a letter to the Morgantown City Council on July 5. Third Ward Councilor Louise Michael proposed expanding the camping ban mentioned in Sec. 941.05(c) of the Morgantown City Code...
Lottery player out of work during cancer treatment wins big
A West Virginia man says he can now help his wife after years of not working while getting treatment for cancer. While spending time with his son, Melvin Stubbs III went to purchase a lottery ticket on July 8, Ohio lottery officials said in a release. “I just went over...
Charleston set to host 2024 West Virginia Book Festival
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The capital city is set to host an annual festival for bookworms this fall, featuring several bestselling authors. The 2024 West Virginia Book Festival has been scheduled for Oct. 19 at the Charleston Coliseum, offering workshops, presentations, vendors and children’s programs, according to a news release from organizers.
Two arrested after allegedly beating two dogs to death, disposing of them in trash
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two people have been arrested after allegedly beating two dogs to death and then disposing of them in the trash. According to a criminal complaint, on Thursday, July 4, 2024, Humane Officers responded to an animal cruelty complaint at 501 Thompson St. Apt. 2 in Charleston. Upon arrival, officers found two […]
West Virginia man reported missing in Summersville Lake area
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (WOWK) – A West Virginia man has been reported missing in the Summersville Lake area. West Virginia State Police and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources officers are searching for a 44-year-old man from the Morgantown area, according to Lieutenant Mike Coberly with WV DNR. Coberly says the man had gone on what his family is calling a “day trip” to Summersville Lake, and called WVSP when he didn’t return home.
Crews searching for man they believe drowned at Sutton Lake, officials say
BRAXTON COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Rescue teams are searching for a man who they believe drowned Monday at Sutton Lake in Braxton County, law enforcement said. West Virginia Division of Natural Resources officers said a 25-year-old Charleston man was on a boat with family members when a child began experiencing trouble in the water.
Kentucky doctor sentenced to prison for illegally prescribing drugs to undercover patients
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WCHS) — A Pikeville, Kentucky, doctor was sentenced to prison Monday for illegally prescribing amphetamines to undercover patients, federal prosecutors said. Jason Stamper, 52, was sentenced to 32 months in prison after pleading guilty in a 2022 investigation where he prescribed amphetamines to multiple patients without a legitimate medical purpose, a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky said.
Home destroyed in early morning fire
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A house has burned down after an early morning house fire in the Loudendale community of Charleston, a few miles away from Kanawha State Forest. The call came in close to 3 a.m. Tuesday. The homeowner tells WSAZ they were burning trash outside when the flames...
Mid-Ohio Valley Players seeking best candidates for ‘The Outsider’
MARIETTA — Auditions will be held next month for a political satire by the Mid-Ohio Valley Players in Marietta. The community theater group will present “The Outsider” by Play Slade Smith, a comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy. Auditions for “The Outsider” will be held from...
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