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West Virginia governor’s bulldog gets her own bobblehead after GOP convention appearance
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s English bulldog is getting her own bobblehead. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in Milwaukee announced plans Friday for a bobblehead doll for the 60-pound (27-kilogram) Babydog. It comes after her appearance on stage with the governor at the Republican National Convention in the city on Tuesday night.
Betly celebrates 1 year of iGaming in West Virginia by giving back
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – It’s a major milestone in the world of gaming for West Virginians! Friday marks the first anniversary of iGaming in the state. To mark the anniversary, Betly Casino and Sportsbook is celebrating with a generous donation to a local charity. They gave United Way of Central West Virginia $5,000! “It’s important […]
Local school librarian nominated as finalist for 2025 West Virginia Service Personnel of the Year
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — A Marshall County School employee is gaining state-wide recognition for her exceptional role in serving two elementary schools. Nicole McCulley is among five finalists for the 2025 West Virginia Service Personnel of the Year. She serves as Center McMechen and Glen Dale Elementary School’s librarian. Her peers recognized McCulley’s dedication […]
Lobbyists file reports covering 2024 West Virginia legislative session expenses
CHARLESTON — Lobbying expenses on lawmakers during the West Virginia Legislature’s 2024 regular session earlier this year were on par with expenses during the same time period last year, while one county government and one public university filed contracts for lobbying services by a July 1 deadline. Registered...
WDTV Anchor Atticus Pead welcomes new baby!
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - You may have noticed our anchor Atticus Pead has been gone this week. There’s a good reason for that... Atticus and his wife, Ashley, welcomed their new baby yesterday, July 18th!. Baby Pead weighs 8 pounds and 4 ounces, is 19 inches tall, and according...
Body recovered from Summersville Lake identified as missing man
UPDATE: (5 p.m. Friday, July 19) – West Virginia State Police have confirmed a body found in Summersville Lake is that of a Morgantown man who went missing in the area Sunday. According to West Virginia State Police, the man has been identified as 44-year-old Scott David Saylor. He was first reported missing Monday, July […]
Morgantown celebrates 100 years of Don Knotts' legacy
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WCHS) — The city of Morgantown is recognizing a legendary entertainer by paying tribute to West Virginia native Don Knotts. The Metropolitan Theater will be celebrating Knotts' life and legacy from July 20-24 by showing a marathon of his films and featuring special guests and performances. Signage...
Photos: MLB Draft pick JJ Wetherholt signs autographs in Grafton
GRAFTON, W.Va. — Former WVU All-American shortstop and this year’s first-round pick of the St. Louis Cardinals, JJ Wetherholt, was in Grafton, West Virginia, Friday signing autographs for fans. Wetherholt was at Toothman Ford for two hours signing autographs, posing for pictures and chatting with fans. He also...
$35,000 scratch-off winner sold in Summersville
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A $35,000 scratch-off winner was recently sold in Summersville. According to the West Virginia Lottery, on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, a winning $35,000 Big 7s 1195 scratch-off was sold in Summersville. The winning ticket was purchased at GoMart #95 on Webster Road. The winner has been identified as Florence C. by […]
12th annual Run for Recovery to be held Saturday in Fairmont
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - On Saturday, the annual Run for Recovery takes place in Fairmont, and a record-setting 150 to 200 people are expected to take part. Organizers said the event helps raise money for a good cause. “This means so much to the community to support the homeless, to...
The best of the rest of our WVU conversations at Big 12 media days
The Big 12's media days have been in the books for a week now. The SEC has followed with a four-day event — twice as long as the Big 12's — and the ACC's and Big Ten's are up next week. The five Mountaineers on hand in Las...
Unattended death in Vienna being investigated as a murder
VIENNA, W.Va. (WTAP) - UPDATE 7-21-2024 5:45 a.m. The unattended death that occurred in Vienna is being investigated as a murder according to Vienna Police Chief Carl Powell. The department has obtained a warrant for Hearl T. Collins according to Chief Powell. We will continue to provide updates as we...
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