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Monster Recruiting Weekend for WVU Highlights Midweek BUZZ
The 2024 WVU Football season is upon us, with the Mountaineers taking the field on Saturday for their season opener against No. 8 Penn State. Yes, with the official start of the regular season here, much of the staff's focus will be on prepping for each and every game, evaluating the depth chart, developing talent on the field, and moving the program forward. That doesn't mean that recruiting is fully taking a backseat, though, especially this weekend, with WVU procuring a national television audience, FOX's Big Noon Kickoff, Pat McAfee's ESPN Show, and a whole lot more. The plethora of the recruits coming into town will be the focus of today's piece, but it won't be the only part, either. We got a JUMBO-SIZE VIP BUZZ for you to consume, so sit back, relax, and enjoy.
Jahiem White named a top 2026 draft prospect to watch
ProFootballFocus recently released its top 2026 draft prospects to watch, and sophomore running back Jahiem White made the cut as the lone running back. You can view the full list HERE. The list included one player from every position, making up what's effectively an All-America team of sophomore draft prospects....
Ex-WVU Big Man Transfers to Northern Arizona
Former WVU walk-on center Ali Ragab is transferring to Northern Arizona, the program announced on Wednesday. Ragab signs with NAU about two months before the 2024-25 season begins. Ragab (7-foot) joined West Virginia’s team as a walk-on in September 2023. Ragab practiced with Jesse Edwards, Akok Akok and the rest...
Greeny era, WVU volleyball golden anniversary season begin this week
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The 50th season of West Virginia University volleyball begins this week, and as lots of emphasis is put on its history, the program looks to turn the page to a new chapter. Despite making its first NCAA Tournament appearance just three years ago in 2021, the...
2024-25 WVU Swimming and Diving Schedule Unveiled with Coach MacDonald
The West Virginia University swimming and diving teams have unveiled their 2024-25 schedule. Head coach Brent MacDonald, in his first year, has assembled a strong coaching staff. The season kicks off with the West Virginia State Games on October 4-5, where last year, the men's team took first place and the women's team placed second. Notable meets include competitions against Kentucky, Cincinnati, and Villanova, with significant events culminating in the Big 12 and NCAA Championships in March.
Kirk Herbstreit Reflects on Penn State-WVU Rivalry and Future
Kirk Herbstreit, a prominent ESPN college football analyst, reminisces about the storied rivalry between West Virginia University (WVU) and Penn State, highlighting its nostalgic significance during his youth. He anticipates a resurgence of regional rivalries for WVU, reflecting on the changing landscape of college football and the Big 12 Conference. Despite some contention with WVU fans, Herbstreit remains hopeful for the university to engage more frequently with traditional foes, which could enhance the fan experience and regional pride.
West Virginia Turnpike tolls to cost $4.50 starting in 2025
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Travelers going through the West Virginia Turnpike tolls will have to pay $4.50 starting in 2025, according to the West Virginia Parkways Authority. This new 5% increase will start on Jan. 1, 2025, according to Parkways Authority Executive Director Jeff Miller. He said this is the most the West Virginia legislature […]
Every WVU player that made the 53-man NFL rosters
A look at all the WVU Football alumni that are currently on an NFL roster as the preseason begins. The NFL Preseason is over. The regular season begins nine days from now. However, today may be one of the more crucial days in program roster building, as each NFL team must cut their rosters down to 53 players by 4pm ET. Here's a rundown of which Mountaineers made active NFL rosters, with a list of those who were cut at the bottom.
West Virginia man’s state crappie record lasts mere minutes before fishing buddy steals his thunder
It was a short-lived achievement for one West Virginia angler this month. He can thank his fishing buddy on the same boat for trumping his newly crowned title minutes apart.
Large Number of Fireflies Call Laurel River Club B&B Home
JENNINGSTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – After noticing a very large number of fireflies at Laurel Fork Farm, the educational farm surrounding Laurel River Club B&B, Marsha Waybright decided to learn more about these tiny creatures. She contacted the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources, and her curiosity has turned into a research program beneficial to humans and “Lightning […] The post Large Number of Fireflies Call Laurel River Club B&B Home appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Drought impacts in West Virginia
(WOWK) – The extreme drought in Appalachia has really been doing a number on our local creeks, streams and even waterfall alcoves. Cathedral Falls in Fayette County is one of many such places. The once beautiful site has dried up to nothing more than a trickle. Several visitors from both in and out of state […]
Morrisey, Williams focus on boosting businesses, combating drug crisis in back-to-back speeches
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — Patrick Morrisey and Steve Williams, the Republican and Democrat seeking to be West Virginia’s next governor, on Wednesday laid out their plans for how they would tackle some of the state’s pressing issues: population decline, economic development and the substance abuse crisis. The candidates, who haven’t publicly debated, spoke back-to-back […]
As business debts mount, Justice takes stage at The Greenbrier to announce economic investments
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice took the stage Wednesday at his family’s Greenbrier resort to announce a string of high-profile business investments totaling $219 million in the state of West Virginia. His public remarks in White Sulphur Springs came one day after the resort had been scheduled to be auctioned off because […]
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