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Hunter Giacomo: George Washington LB Discusses WVU Walk-On Offer & Academic Plans
Hunter Giacomo, a linebacker from George Washington High School, received a preferred walk-on (PWO) offer from WVU despite not growing up as a fan of the team. Giacomo, in the class of 2025, impressed with 104 tackles, two sacks, and two interceptions, showcasing his skills during summer visits and camps. Although he was not initially a WVU fan, the in-state offer holds significance for him. Giacomo is considering academic scholarships that could potentially cover most or all of his schooling costs at WVU.
Neal Brown supports NFL-style changes in college football
Neal Brown is in favor of as many things that resemble the NFL in the game of college football as possible. So recent changes across the sport is something he certainly supports. The reason is simple, it makes the viewing experience more seamless for the average football fan and also...
WVU Basketball Notebook: Early men's observations
While there is no way to make final, definitive judgments about a team three months before it plays its first game, there are some things that can be gleaned from practice and talking to those in and around the program. With that chance afforded over the past few days, here are some observations and thoughts on West Virginia's men's basketball team as it prepares for its trip to Italy, where it will play three games during the first week of August.
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.
Check out what's in the audio pages of WYSO's weekly radio magazine
Check out the latest WYSO Weekend - our weekly radio magazine with host Jerry Kenney, who brings you the latest features from WYSO producers and interviews from around the Miami Valley. Piqua Battery Burn: Lithium-ion batteries power everything from cell phones to electric vehicles. But they can combust suddenly and...
Local author shares poetry from debut collection
Local author Hillary Hall recently shared excerpts from her debut poetry collection, "Creation from Chaos," during a reading event at The Y'allternative Art Spot on July 19. Hall, who also serves as a music teacher for grades K-8 and band at Gilbert, said she was motivated to compile the poems into a book because she has written so many.
Coal town Omar lives on in FSA photos
The striking Great Depression-era photos of miners at Omar, West Virginia try to tell a simple story of daily life in the coal fields. The photos depict men who performed dangerous, back-breaking work to earn a poor man’s dollar, the long walk home, or a trip to a segregated movie theater.
Nike And The Herd: A Storied, 3-Decade Relationship
Written by Aaron-Michael Fox. Did you know that the Marshall Thundering Herd will have been affiliated with Nike for 35 years in 2025!?. “Our first ‘deal’ was an over run purchase that [Head Football Coach] Jim Donnan worked out spring of 1990,” said former Herd Equipment Manager Bill Woodrum. “Those shoes had been destined for a variety of schools like Oklahoma and Oklahoma State so the swooshes were orange, maroon, etc. We had to sit and paint all the swooshes on the game shoes green and touch them up weekly. Things have changed a lot in the Marshall Equipment.”
"A volcano you'd be setting off": Legal experts say Kim Davis could help chip away at LGBTQ+ rights
A broad swath of legal experts told Salon that they doubt that former Kentucky clerk Kim Davis’ longshot strategy to get the Supreme Court to overturn its pivotal 2015 same-sex marriage ruling will work in one fell swoop – but they say Davis’ argument could fuel future attacks on LGBTQ+ rights down the road.
At least 1 dead, 1 other missing after boating incident at a Kentucky lake
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- At least one person is dead after a boating incident at Rough River Lake early Sunday morning. Falls of Rough Fire Department Fire Chief David Mercer said it took place at the Cave Creek boat ramp and one person is missing. It's unknown at this time...
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