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Wood County Board of Education hears update on Summit Success Academy
PARKERSBURG — The Wood County Board of Education held a number of presentations Tuesday night. Summit Success Academy Dean of Students Tim Bauman spoke to the board about the success the academy has had since its opening three years ago. “Our kids are generally failing everything. They are failing...
Triple B Eatery brings a unique spin on a kid favorite food
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (WVNS) – The Nicholas County Fair has plenty of tasty food trucks. And one food truck is certain to entertain both adults and kids. Triple B Eatery is a brand new business that opened its doors last April. They primarily serve one dish: grilled cheese sandwiches. From the simple to the gourmet, the […]
Parkersburg officials still mulling change to July 4 activities
PARKERSBURG — Parkersburg City Council’s Public Works Committee has voted to send further discussion for July Fourth plans to the Committee of the Whole. They want to form a committee of seven to nine community members, with each council member possibly nominating someone, to further develop the event plans and fundraising efforts.
Serb Fest to showcase heritage with traditional food and music in Weirton
WEIRTON, WV — There are many festivals happening this weekend in the Ohio Valley, including the Serb Fest held by the Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Church. It will be held on Saturday, July 27, from noon to 8 p.m. at the Serbian Picnic Grounds at 30 Serbian Way in Weirton.
The Nicholas County Fair is back for its 99th celebration
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (WVNS) – The Nicholas County Fair is back and better than ever. Whether you’re here for the animals, the food, or even the rides, the fair has something for everyone. The fair’s been going strong for 99 years, an event that predates the start of World War 2. President Michelle Underwood said this […]
New scholarship number and roster limit could impact in-state recruiting
According to YahooSports' Ross Dellenger, the NCAA is set to increase the number of scholarships that a football team can provide up to 105.... but also setting that as the limit for the entire roster, a cut down from 120. It's a positive for recruiting and a negative at the same time and, from Conversations EerSports had in Morgantown this week, it could cut both ways for in-state recruiting.
Did WVU see best of Oklahoma State in 2023, are Cowboys better in 2024?
The first act of West Virginia's 2024 football schedule deserves some attention. Not only are the Mountaineers the rare team facing two major-conference opponents in non-conference play, but they played Penn State and Pitt a season ago. Big 12 play begins with a home game against Kansas, and tough, no, they did not play last season, WVU ought to have a much better idea what to expect this time around. The first of the season's two opening weeks follows before a road game against Oklahoma State, and there's familiarity there, too.
Recap of High School Players Who Took Part in WVU Football Camp
Before fall camp for the current WVU football team gets underway, a select group of high school players were able to experience a camp of their own at the home of the Mountaineers on Thursday. Players worked out together, took part in drills, talked with coaches and were able to...
Watch Scoop Smith put on an absolute show at WVU Football camp
One of the first players that EerSports noticed among the crowd of roughly one hundred participants at WVU's final one-day camp of the summer was Woodland Hills (PA) athlete Scoop Smith. The 2026 prospect put up a 36" vertical jump and a 4.44 40-yard dash during testing, and then followed that by impressing in position drills and dominating in one-on-ones. EerSports got some video clips of the action, and you can check it out in the video above.
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...
Randolph County man arrested for reporting false emergency
ELKINS, W.Va (WDTV) - A Randolph County man has been arrested for reporting a false emergency to the Randolph County emergency officials. According to a court document posted on the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, a call came in to the Randolph County 911 center just before 12:30 p.m. Thursday regarding acts of terrorism at the Elkins Walmart.
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.
Previewing Mountaineers in the NFC Conference
Eight NFL veterans will be representing WVU during the 2024 NFL season. Stills was selected in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals. During his rookie season, the defensive tackle made the most of the 15 games he appeared in. 47 combined tackles, 3.5 sacks and five tackles for loss combined for a rookie season that exceeded expectations for the low draft pick. While he isn’t a full fledged starter yet, expect Stills to make an impact for the Cardinals’ defensive line in his sophomore season.
West Virginia looks to take a step forward in the Big 12
With the changes coming to the Big 12 Conference, West Virginia is hoping that the time has come to take a step forward with the football program. The Mountaineers are coming off a 9-4 campaign going 6-3 overall in the Big 12, the best for the program since the 2018 season when the program lost the final two games to miss on an opportunity to compete in the league’s title game.
WVU Football commit Chris Fileppo highlights
West Virginia's recruiting class vaulted up the 247Sports Team Rankings in the last few weeks. The Mountaineers have been adding pieces left and right and, sometimes when that happens, fans forget just what exactly they're getting with each new addition. Over the course of the next couple weeks, we're going to do a quick reminder by reposting some of the future of WVU Football and their highlight videos. Today? Glenside (PA) LaSalle College spear Chris Fileppo.
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.
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