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WVU Hoops offers class of 2025 wing from Texas
Coach DeVries and his staff extended a scholarship offer to 2025 forward Ian Inman earlier this week, per a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account. The offer marks approximately the 53rd high school prospect that has received a WVU scholarship offer since Darian DeVries arrived in Morgantown. Inman, a...
First at 4 Forum: Melanie Groves
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Melanie Groves, the project director of the Bridgeport Storywalk, stopped by the First at 4 Monday. She will share the new books and authors being highlighted in the walk. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays from 4 to 5...
Top tier position group for WVU women's hoops
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. -- Preseason athletics coverage is, by dint of its position on the calendar, often skewed to the optimistic. There's enthusiasm from the players and coaches in getting back on the courts and fields, there aren't any negative results from previous games to rehash, and the general health of teams is probably as good or better than it will be at any other point during the year.
LISTEN: West Virginia football camp preview
The opener will be here before you know it, but don't take preseason camp for granted. Yup, West Virginia is in a good spot to start head coach Neal Brown's sixth season, but that doesn't mean the Mountaineers will coast through camp. How do you feel about the receivers and the linebackers? Better question: What position doesn't concern you at all? How can WVU generate depth? What's the soundtrack for musical chairs in the defensive backfield? Traylon Ray did what? All that and more is on the way once you press play. (Direct link: HERE)
Clarksburg Names Wilfong New Animal Control Officer
The City of Clarksburg has announced that Matt Wilfong has been named as the municipality's new Animal Control Officer. Wilfong recently received his NCSA Animal Control certification. Clarksburg officials say they are also cross-training Wilfong as a code enforcement officer to help support the city's Code Enforcement team. Editor's Note:...
Parkersburg Police pull man from Ohio River
PARKERSBURG — Parkersburg Police pulled a man in distress from the Ohio River early Sunday morning. Officers received a report of someone struggling in the river around 1 a.m. Sunday, Parkersburg Police Capt. R.L. Koher said. The man was in a kayak on the Belpre side of the river, so officers crossed the bridge and parked at Rite Aid, where they could hear him yelling for help.
The Thunder Defense Holds the Bears, Winning 7-3
GRANVILLE, W.Va. — The West Virginia Black Bears and the Trenton Thunder battled it out in Sunday's rubber match at Kendrick Family Ballpark, with the Thunder snatching game three and the series with a final score of 7-3. After Saturday night’s 12-8 loss, the Bears looked to rebound on Sunday afternoon, but the Thunder defense proved too much for them to overcome.
WVU’s Mary Tucker ends first day of Olympic competition, set for two more events
West Virginia standout rifle star Mary Tucker know what it’s like to win gold on quite the large stage -- over her collegiate rifle career at both WVU and Kentucky, she captured multiple NCAA Championships. Tucker also knows what it’s like to taste a podium finish on the international stage, including at the Olympic Games -- at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she brought home a silver medal in the 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team event, and she was a multi-event medalist at the 2022 World Championships. Over the course of the next week, she’ll look to combine the two experiences...
Wheeling's rich history class opens to public, offering monthly sessions
WHEELING, W.Va. — Wheeling is well known for its rich history, and if you have ever been interested in learning about it, now is your chance. Ohio County Schools has partnered with Wheeling Heritage to tell the community the friendly city's unique story. This class is typically taught to...
Young equestrians saddle up for Ritchie County Fair and Expo Horse Show
HARRISVILLE, W.Va. (WTAP) - The second annual Ritchie County Fair and Expo Horse Show kicked off at 1:30 Sunday afternoon at Hoover Field in Harrisville. The horse show is sponsored by the Ritchie County 4-H Club and put on as part of the county fair. 4-H Club Leader Angela Huffman...
Bridge in Braxton County is expected to be closed for 30 days for repairs
BRAXTON COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A bridge in Braxton County is expected to be closed for 30 days beginning Monday as repairs are made. According to the Burnsville Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the bridge is located near the Motel 79 in the area and all traffic will be rerouted via Circle Drive.
Clear Mountain Bank's White Oaks Office Announces New Commercial Loan Officer in Jonathan Frantz
Clear Mountain Bank has hired Jonathan Frantz as Commercial Loan Officer. In his position, Frantz will be responsible for originating. commercial loans and developing relationships with both new and existing business clients. Frantz brings to Clear Mountain Bank 17 years of experience in commercial lending, business development and retail banking....
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.
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