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Preliminary hearing on the future of Paden City High School
WETZEL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – The Wetzel County Courthouse turned green on Thursday where Wildcats were waiting to hear more concerning the future of Paden City High School at a preliminary hearing. This comes following last week when Wetzel County Circuit Court Judge Richard Wilson ruled that Wetzel County Schools Superintendent Cassie Porter illegally closed […]
Breaking down West Virginia basketball transfer Jake Auer
Earlier this week, West Virginia men’s basketball added a veteran walk-on to their roster in fifth-year guard Jake Auer. Here, we take a look at what Auer has done at the collegiate level so far, and some analysis on what he’ll bring to the team. EXPERIENCE. Auer joins...
Lewis-Upshur Animal Control pleads for help, hosting emergency adoption event
BUCKHANNON, W.Va (WDTV) - The Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility is pleading for the public’s help in adopting its animals. The pound is overflowing after record numbers of dogs and cats have been surrendered and seized, officials said, and if the animals are not adopted, some will lose their lives. Their normal rescue partners are also full, so cats and dogs are not being moved, they said.
Major overhaul: West Virginia leadership on newly realigned units, search for next president
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WV News) — Students soon will return to the campuses of West Virginia University for the first semester since two realigned units launched July 1. The two new units, the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media and the Division for Land-Grant Engagement, represent some of the most significant changes to the university's structure resulting from its "academic transformation" process.
41st Undo's Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival kicks off
WHEELING, W.Va. — The Undo's Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival has been taking place in Wheeling for 41 years. There are fireworks, a bocce tournament, music and more, but what the festival is truly known for is the food. “I got food from Little Italy yesterday,” Italian Festival...
U.S. Small Business Administration steps in to aid flood victims in New Cumberland
HANCOCK COUNTY, WV — In response to the flooding in April, the New Cumberland City Hall has welcomed officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration to answer questions for residents of Hancock, Marshall and Ohio counties. Business owners, homeowners, renters or non-profits can apply for a low interest disaster...
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation announces scholarship, endowment
PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Area Community Foundation has announced the establishment of the Building a Sustainable Future Endowment Fund and the Judith Cottrill Smith Scholarship. A release from PACF said the endowment fund is aimed at providing resources to support sustainable and energy efficient projects/programs within the PACF’s service...
Second Annual Stonewood Firefighter's Festival is Set for 3-Day Event with Plenty of Entertainment on Tap
The second annual Stonewood Firefighter’s Festival is scheduled to take place August 2-4 in Stonewood. And once again, everyone is invited. The three-day festival’s main day is Saturday with a full lineup of entertainment. From good food from multiple food truck vendors along with music, crafts, a pageant...
Fairmont professor honored with teaching excellence awards
FAIRMONT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Fairmont State University has announced that Professor of Information Systems Management, Dr. Rebecca Giorcelli has been honored with multiple awards denoting teaching excellence. Bestowed upon educators who have been shown to demonstrate outstanding prowess teaching in their area of expertise, the Teaching Excellence Award for Region 2 is among the honors […]
West Virginia Weekend Weather: Highs in the 80s and Plenty of Sunshine
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents can look forward to a stretch of pleasant weather, with sunny skies and warm temperatures dominating the forecast. The National Weather Service in Charleston has predicted clear and comfortable conditions for the state, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities. According to...
Wildfires could impact air quality in West Virginia
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) – The air quality around the country has drastically declined due to wildfires. The flames themselves are deadly, and the smoke hovering over the Mountain State can cause issues of its own. Dr. Donald Asbury is an Allergist at Allergy and Asthma Center of Bluefield. He says that there are a number […]
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