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Trial begins in dispute accusing trooper of excessive use of force at game coached by West Virginia governor
BECKLEY, W. Va. (CN) — A jury will decide whether a West Virginia State trooper acted properly or recklessly with a basketball coach attempting to bring some civility during a rivalry game four years ago. A trial began Tuesday in Eugene Nabor’s civil rights suit against Trooper J.l. Tincher....
WVU alum Emily Calandrelli to become second WV woman in space
Emily Calandrelli, Morgantown native and WVU graduate, will soon become the second West Virginia woman to go to outer space. With the help of Marshall University and the Wing 2 Wing Foundation, Calandrelli will board Blue Origin’s New Shepard launch vehicle and show the children of Appalachia that they too can reach new heights.
West Virginia building a changing defense
The West Virginia coaching staff has a clear vision for the future of the defense. Now, they’re working on fitting those pieces into making it work properly. The Mountaineers have used a variation of 3-4 this season and it’s something that head coach Neal Brown wants to see moving forward because it’s a better overall fit.
Mental health organizations and first responders join forces at upcoming CIT summit
WEST VIRGINIA (WTRF) — The West Virginia 988 and CIT Summit is quickly approaching at the end of the month. The summit brings together organizations from all over the state to discuss the importance of mental health resources and how to best help people in crisis. Groups like the crisis intervention team, individuals […]
Novotney: Gov. Jim Justice Should Honor Deal to Demo Bellaire Bridge
It was a done deal, or so they thought in Benwood. As Benwood’s public works director David McLaughlin explained recently on River Talk radio, he and Police Chief Frank Longwell attended a meeting back in late winter 2023 during which a $3 million deal was struck with the Governor’s Office. The money was to come out of the Governor’s contingency fund, and finally, the people of Benwood would be rid of the nightmare that’s haunted them for decades.
Suspected Wood County Shooter Captured in Harrison County After Vienna Woman Found Dead
A man who is suspected of shooting a woman in Wood County the previous Saturday has been taken into custody in Harrison County. A woman was discovered dead from what seemed to be a gunshot wound at an apartment on 19th Street in Vienna, which is located in the Parkersburg neighborhood, according to a press statement issued by the Vienna Police Department.
Taylor County Family Resources to host Family Fun Night in Grafton
GRAFTON, W.Va (WDTV) - Taylor County Family Resources is hosting a family event in Grafton Wednesday!. Family Fun Night will take place at the Maple Avenue Park from 4 to 8 p.m. The event is free and for everyone in the family, organizers said!. There will be yard games, door...
Worthington Women’s Golf Association awards prizes for June games
PARKERSBURG — The Worthington Women’s Golf Association continues its 75th season of league play and awarded prizes to June games winners at its July business meeting. June 18-hole play winners included: Mirtala Smith, Gaye Fife, Jeanne Chalfant, Katie Parsons, Mary Ingram, Shelly Hess, Marsha Jackson, Mina Applebaum, Mary Ellen Eddy, Carol Geletko, Mary Lopez and Coleen Wittig.
First at 4 Forum: Katie Wolpert
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Katie Wolpert, project director of the Golden Rule Building, stopped by the First at 4 Monday. She talked about the building re-opening in Belington and the quilt event coming up on July 26th. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays...
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