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Back to school bash with the Freedom Family Health Care Center
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - This is the second year the Freedom Family Health Care has held the back-to-school bash. This year they had over 200 back packs to hand out to elementary and high schoolers. “This is our back-to-school bash. It’s our second year of doing it. It is just...
Club 3:16 hosts Fun Fest to give back to Ohio Valley youth, draws 200 attendees
WEIRTON, WV — The members of Club 3:16, a faith-based youth group, held a Club 3:16 Fun Fest to give back to the youth in the Ohio Valley. "There are so many kids out there who aren't benefiting from going to a swimming pool or participating in other activities, so we wanted to do something for the community to give back," said Patti Barnabei, founder of Club 3:16.
WVU Defensive Starters as Recruits
West Virginia is just a few days away from fall camp and a little over a month away from week one of the 2024 season. Head coach Neal Brown and staff have assembled a roster that will look to compete in this new era of college football and the Big 12. Some players have been added through the transfer portal, while WVU has recruited most of them out of high school. The following will examine how the Mountaineers’ defensive starters stacked up as high school recruits according to 247Sports Composite.
Recruiting efforts in-state paying off for West Virginia
Under head coach Neal Brown, West Virginia has been known for keeping the state’s best at home and on the field and it has started to pay dividends. There are a few exceptions since inheriting the football program in January 2019 but for the most part, the program has been able to follow through on the promise he made when he was hired.
Big Man One-on-Ones from WVU's final one day camp
West Virginia University held their final one-day camp of the summer on Thursday, with just over one hundred prospects making their way to Morgantown to take part in the event. Among them were a couple dozen offensive and defensive linemen, several of which were receiving serious interest from the Mountaineers. EerSports was there to take in the action and got some clips of the one-on-one battles between the big men at the event. Check it out in the video above.
Inside the Huddle stops in MOV
VIENNA — Mountaineer faithful gathered to give back on Saturday at Buzzie Dils Park at the annual Inside the Huddle event put on by the Boys and Girls Club of Parkersburg. Attendees enjoyed food catered by the North End Tavern and the opportunity to win raffle items. After the meal, Tony Caridi, the voice of the Mountaineers, talked to the audience about the state of college athletics, both across the country and particularly at West Virginia University.
Bart Mease Leads Kalkreuth Golf Tourney After Day One
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– After one day of the Kalkreuth Amateur Golf Tournament, Bart Mease leads the scoreboard at 4-under heading into the second (and final) round Sunday. Behind him is a 3-way tie for second between Howie Peterson, Kyle Wensel & Tanner Johnson at 3-under. One-stroke behind them is Joe Doerr.
Mountaineer Brewfest hopes event will fund renovations, offer free housing for veterans
OHIO COUNTY, WV — The Mountaineer Brewfest committee began cleanup on the Helping Heroes building in Wheeling on Saturday. Their efforts are a part of the 10th annual Mountaineer Brewfest, as the nonprofit was chosen as this year's charity. All funds raised at the event will assist in renovating the Helping Heroes building.
Tygart Valley United Way set to host inaugural Lip Sync Battle
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - After retiring their annual Dancing with the Stars event after 10 seasons in 2023, the Tygart Valley United Way is launching a new event this year!. The inaugural United Way Lip Sync Battle will take place on Saturday, October 19th at the Fairmont State University Falcon Center at 6 p.m.
West Virginia Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall Expected
Residents of West Virginia should brace themselves for an unsettled day ahead, as significant chances of severe weather and excessive rainfall are on the horizon. The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a weather alert for Monday, July 29, 2024, highlighting the potential for isolated severe thunderstorms that could bring heavy downpours.
ALDI recalls jalapenos, green peppers, and green beans over Listeria concerns
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Check your produce! ALDI has recalled Freshire Farms jalapenos, green peppers, and green beans due to potential contamination with Listeria. In collaboration with Wiers Farm, Inc. and R.S. Hanline Co Inc., ALDI Inc. has announced a recall of Freshire Farms jalapenos, green peppers, and green beans due to potential contamination with […]
Woman dies after injuries suffered in West Virginia coalmine
CHARLESTON, West Virginia: A West Virginia woman, Ashley Cogar, tragically passed away on July 24, more than a week after suffering injuries in a coal mining accident. The incident occurred at the Wyco Surface Mine, located near the border of Raleigh and Wyoming counties. She was 33 years old and resided in Erbacon, West Virginia.
West Virginia Woman Returns Home To Claim $50,000 Maryland Lottery Prize
A Maryland native living in West Virginia is feeling lucky after crossing the state line to claim a five-figure Lottery prize after years of playing. Annette Smith, who is known to make her way back to Maryland to play her favorite games, finally got her big win on a winning $50,000 Pick 5 ticket sold at Wawa on Patrick Street in Frederick.
Women’s Golfer Ella Keffer Takes Home 1st Flight Championship at 101’st West Virginia Women’s Amateur/Two Other Cardinals Compete
Wheeling, W. Va. - Every year, some of the best golfers from across the state of West Virginia compete in the West Virginia Women's Amateur Championship. 2024 marked the 101st playing of the event, with three different flights playing. The Wheeling University Women's Golf team was well represented at the event, with two current golfers and one former golfer competing in the event.
Vehicle accident in Harrison County sends 2 people to hospital
LOST CREEK, W.Va (WDTV) - Two people have been transported to local hospitals after a vehicle accident in Harrison County Sunday. At approximately 3 p.m. Sunday, emergency crews responded to Stevens Run Road in Lost Creek for a vehicle accident with entrapment. Harrison County 911 officials said one person was...
8 WVU students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WVDN) — Eight West Virginia University students earned Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to travel abroad without financial constraints. These undergraduate students, in addition to six WVU recipients announced earlier this year, received the competitive national award funded by the U.S. State Department to participate in transformative study abroad experiences. “International travel is one of the most impactful […] The post 8 WVU students receive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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