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West Virginia Loses in 5-0 Shut Out to Trenton
TRENTON, N.J. - The West Virginia Black Bears were shut out by the Trenton Thunder for the second straight game, losing 5-0 at Trenton Thunder Ballpark. The Black Bears offense could not find a foot hold in Sunday’s contest as the Thunder pitching staff held the Bears to two hits in 28 at-bats.
Wetherholt: Being drafted was a ‘dream come true’
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — “With the seventh pick of the 2024 MLB Draft, the St. Louis Cardinals select JJ Wetherholt, a shortstop from West Virginia University.”. With those 22 words from the MLB Commissioner, JJ Wetherholt’s professional baseball career was underway. One week has passed since the All-American...
WOWK Chief Political Reporter Mark Curtis honored
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — 13 News Chief Political Reporter Mark Curtis will recognized at the 60th Annual Ohio Valley NATAS Emmy Gala Saturday Night. On June 10, 2024, it was announced Curtis was inducted into the National Academy of Television of Arts and Sciences’ Silver Circle. The honor is given to those with 25 years […]
State Department of Education brings INVEST to Morgantown this week
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — University High School in Morgantown will host the Mathematics Revised Standards Rollout at INVEST (Infuse, Network, Value, Engage, Support, Target) Conference Monday, July 22 through Wednesday, July 24. Academic Support Coordinator Tim Flatley said about 150 teachers from across the state will have two days to...
WVU’s Todd Duncan win SE Amateur, punches ticket to U.S. Amateur Golf Championship
WVU’s golf program will be well represented at this year’s U.S. Amateur Golf Championship. West Virginia native Todd Duncan became the third Mountaineer golfer to qualify for the sport’s top amateur event. Duncan shot -5 (65) in the first and only round of the Southeastern Amateur qualifying tournament at Country Club of Columbus golf course in Columbus, Georgia.
WVU Football commit Elgin Sessions highlights
West Virginia's recruiting class vaulted up the 247Sports Team Rankings in the last few weeks. The Mountaineers have been adding pieces left and right and, sometimes when that happens, fans forget just what exactly they're getting with each new addition. Over the course of the next couple weeks, we're going to do a quick reminder by reposting some of the future of WVU Football and their highlight videos. Today? Dutch Fork (SC) defensive back Elgin Sessions.
Trust in WVU's evaluation process is critical to building culture
West Virginia has developed a trusted process when it comes to evaluating fits for the program. That extends from high school recruiting to the transfer portal and while there are some differences between the two, the gist is the same. And the decision maker at the end is always head...
Exploring WVU Football’s Top Records
With football season around the corner, let’s look back at the legends who paved the foundation of West Virginia’s football program. Avon Cobourne begins our look into the record books, as he holds records in three rushing categories. The WVU Sports Hall of Famer is the all-time leader in rushing yards (5164), rushes (1050), and 100-yard rushing games (28).
Italian Heritage Festival Announces 45th Annual Event Lineup led by Former Journey Singer Steve Augeri
The West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival will be holding its 45th annual event this coming Labor Day weekend on the streets of downtown Clarksburg. Recently, the Festival announced the lineup for the Main Stage, which is situated on the Harrison County Courthouse Plaza. As is always the case, the entertainment is free and there is no admission charge.
Sheriffs' tax offices see coal rights as unfavorable holdings for many around the state
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Since the passage of Senate Bill 552 in 2022, which gave the authority to auction properties with severely delinquent taxes to the state, county-side tax collections have increased with fewer properties becoming delinquent. However, there has been a trend in recent years of more...
New Attractions Set to Join Old Favorites at Fourth Annual Carl Hopkins WV Youth Aviation Expo
In preparation for the first three years of the Carl Hopkins WV Youth Aviation Expo Ed Waske has seen his concern if the event would draw interest disappear over time. “That first year, I was hoping for 50 people,” said Waske, the primary organizer of the Expo and the Chief Operating Officer of Engine & Airframe Solutions Worldwide.
Health Access Medical Director Dr. Mary Mikowski has Retired from Post after Serving Clinic for Decades
Dr. Mary Mikowski, the medical director of Health Access, Inc, in Clarksburg, has retired from her position after working in various capacities. with the facility for decades. Mikowski has been a volunteer at Health Access for many years. She has served as a volunteer physician, a board member, and, most recently, the medical director for Health Access.
Weirton Elementary leads hygiene drive to support students all year
WEIRTON, WV — Weirton Elementary has been collecting hygiene products that will be used for students throughout the school year. This initiative is presented by the Energy Express program, offered through the WVU Extension Services. It focuses on summer learning loss and promoting literacy skills in West Virginia communities...
Fashion Exchange celebrates its second anniversary, champions local shopping
WEIRTON, WV — The Fashion Exchange is celebrating its second anniversary, highlighting its success and emphasizing the importance of shopping at small businesses. On July 18, 2022, Kelly Jeffers opened her storefront in Weirton, explaining it was her passion. "It is incredibly important to support small businesses in our...
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