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West Virginia has one of the country's worst voter turnout records. Will this election be different?
Over the last three decades, West Virginia’s voter participation has been well below the national average. In 2020, the coal-rich state had the second-lowest citizen voting rate in the country, after Arkansas, according to the U.S. Census. Several researchers studying community engagement in West Virginia said its narrow job...
‘It’s always going to be there’: The Greenbrier’s potential sale causes concern for its neighbors
LEWISBURG, W.Va. — At Lewisburg’s Carnegie Hall, president and CEO Cathy Rennard watched with some anxiety earlier this month as news unfolded that The Greenbrier Hotel was facing foreclosure due to unpaid debts by its owners, Gov. Jim Justice and his family. The hotel, a crucial part of...
Williams and Morrisey share different visions for West Virginia’s future at Chamber Business Summit
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. – The West Virginia Chamber kicked off its annual three day “Business Summit” Wednesday, at the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs. And in what has become tradition for the event, select political candidates were invited to address attendees. While current Governor Jim...
‘Learn and get better’: South bested by Wheeling Park, 35-14
PARKERSBURG – Without mincing words, Parkersburg South’s opening act bombed as part of its season-opener. The rest of the performance had its moments, but the tone was established on the first few plays of the game in a 35-14 loss to Wheeling Park on Friday night at Erickson All-Sports Facility.
Countdown No. 1: It's prediction time
Mountaineer Field is going to be jampacked - not just the fans, but with recruits and personalities roaming the sidelines. It will likely be the highest number of people inside that stadium since the changes that limited the capacity to 60,000. Garrett Greene comes out hot, hitting a couple deep passes for scores, but the WVU defense can't do enough to slow down Penn State's run game. Things go into the fourth quarter with West Virginia up, 21-17. Drew Allar is finally able to make a big play for the Nittany Lions offense and Penn State takes the lead back, 24-21. WVU ties it on a long field goal, but Penn State is able to eat up the final five minutes of the game clock, and they kick a short field goal in the rain as time expires, winning, 27-24.
Roundup: Williamstown opens with win over Ravenswood
WILLIAMSTOWN — Stepping into the starting quarterback role, Lynken Joy looked comfortable in his new position Friday night. The Williamstown senior threw a 56-yard touchdown pass to Cooper Martin on the Yellowjackets’ first offensive possession of the season, and that was just the beginning as WHS rolled to a 47-7 victory.
Democratic candidates speak face-to-face with voters in West Virginia
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – We often see political ads and social media posts of candidates’ viewpoints throughout their campaign, but hearing from them firsthand can give a different perspective. That’s why as we approach the upcoming November election in West Virginia, the Hancock and Brooke County Democratic Executive Committees and Democratic Women brought several of […]
Stories of the Week: August 25 through August 31
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. – Here are some of the top stories this week on the WBOY 12News Facebook page. Authorities are investigating an incident involving an aircraft that happened in Marion County. A store run by the Barbour Community Health Association allows students to get needed items for free. Philip...
NCWV prepares for a busy, action-packed Labor Day weekend
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - The entire North Central West Virginia area is preparing for an exciting, action-packed Labor Day weekend!. Here’s what you need to know about what’s happening, how traffic will be affected and what to expect from the weather in each area... MORGANTOWN:. Monongalia County Schools...
Dominant Play by Defensive Line Sets Early Tone for Bridgeport which Crushes B-U in Opener, 77-0
Bridgeport scored on seven of its first 12 plays and the Indians' defensive line made a living in the Buckhannon-Upshur backfield through a quarter and a half as the Tribe won Friday's season opener at Wayne Jamison Field, 77-0. The 77 points are the most scored in the modern era...
Three-Day Schedule of Key Events of the 45th Annual West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival Found Here
12 p.m. – Coronation of Regina Maria XLV. 1:20 p.m. – Live music and entertainment at the Main Stage. 3-7 p.m. – Photography Contest (Clarksburg History Museum) 3-7 p.m. – Regina Maria Exhibit (Horner Brothers Building) 3-7 p.m. – BINGO (4th Street) 8:15 p.m. –...
Two hometown athletes expected to start for WVU offense on Saturday
A pair of Morgantown natives are expected to earn the starting nod on offense for West Virginia football as they host No. 8 Penn State on Saturday. Wide receiver Preston Fox and offensive tackle Nick Malone both earned significant playing time last season, with Fox playing in moderate role in the Mountaineers passing attack over the course of the year. Fox earned five starts, saw action in all 12 regular season games, and hauled in over 300 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Malone saw action in 13 games, started four, and played over 500 snaps combined on offense and special teams.
John Marshall High School: CA Music Band of the Week
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Led by their veteran band director Tracey Filben, the John Marshall marching band is preparing for another year of sharing some outstanding performances with the entire community. The band consists of 54 students that all have one thing in common and that is sharing their love for music and each […]
Paden City Wildcats: 2024 High School Football Preview
PADEN CITY, W.Va. (WTRF) — It’s been a rollercoaster of a summer for the Paden City Wildcats. This biggest question was, of course, would they have a team? Well, the Cats were given the green light earlier this month, and although it’s been a scramble, they will be ready to go this weekend. With several […]
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