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FEMA gives WV more than $5 million in aid
Disaster Assistance from FEMA has surpassed 5 million dollars for West Virginians affected by the storms in early April. FEMA said nearly a thousand people have already been approved. They said people who own or rent in any of the 11 counties eligible and were affected by the storms from April 2-6 can apply for […]
Wendy’s Franchisee Ryan O’Malley Puts Culture on the Front Lines of Success
Ryan O’Malley’s restaurant career began in 2007 at Wendy’s of Bowling Green, where he held roles from GM to district manager to director of operations. In 2021, he made the leap to Wendy’s franchisee. Today, O’Malley and his partners operate 136 locations across five states (Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Alabama).
‘You have GOT to slow down,” says WV Transportation Secretary after fourth WVDOH employee struck by vehicle this year
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Transportation Secretary, Jimmy Wriston is pleading with drivers to decrease their speed following a fourth incident in which a WVDOH employee was struck by a moving vehicle. The driver of a pickup truck on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, was involved in an incident in which a West Virginia Division […]
Glenn Elliott cancels upcoming town hall amidst recent political violence
Former Wheeling Mayor and West Virginia Senate Candidate Glenn Elliott announced that in the wake of the recent violence that occurred at former President Trump’s appearance, he is canceling his public town hall that was scheduled for July 15 in Martinsburg. Elliott took to Facebook and posted, “Like so many of you, I am at […]
Wood County Relay for Life marches through 30th year
PARKERSBURG — The Relay for Life of Wood County celebrated its 30th anniversary this weekend, bringing together 30 teams of cancer survivors, caregivers and supporters to honor those impacted by the disease and raise funds for cancer research. “Thirty-one years ago in 1993, a woman named Sally Davis started...
Pair of Morgantown High School students will perform at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade showcases some of the best high school band students in America. This Fall two Morgantown High students will represent the mountain state by marching through Manhattan playing their respective instrument. Senior Maddie Carver was in this national high school band...
Wellsburg welcomes with new signs showcasing town pride and festivals
In an effort to make Wellsburg more aesthetic and give back to the community, the Wellsburg Kiwanis Club installed three brand new welcome signs at all entrances of the town. “We've noticed different things around town and projects, so we saw the signs needed a little updating,” said Eric Fithyan, president, Wellsburg Kiwanis Club. “So our volunteers painted the post, and we have a sign company donate the signs to Wellsburg.”
Two arrested after strong armed robbery in Wheeling, third suspect still at large
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – Wheeling Police arrested two individuals and a third suspect remains on the loose following a strong armed robbery Friday. Wheeling Police say that on Friday, July 12th they responded to 29th Street around 5:00pm for a robbery call. The victim told police he was stopped by 3 males while walking on […]
The Rivalry Series: WVU football’s history against Louisville
Across 131 seasons on the gridiron, the West Virginia University football team has developed several rivalries that have helped forge the identity of Mountaineer football. Over the next several weeks, we’ll break down some of the biggest series in West Virginia football history. We open the series with a...
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