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Bethel Park, Butler Township communities grapple with aftermath of Trump rally shooting
Butler Township and Bethel Park didn’t share much in common before last weekend. Now, the Western Pennsylvania communities separated by about 50 miles are inextricably linked by the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Butler Township, where a gunman wounded Trump, killed a spectator and critically injured two...
Century III Mall in West Mifflin, Pittsburgh, PA: A New Chapter Unfolds
Century III Mall in West Mifflin, Pittsburgh, PA, once a significant retail hub, is undergoing a transformative phase with its demolition. The mall, which has been a part of the community for decades, is now set to be razed, marking the end of an era and the beginning of new possibilities for the site.
Meet the West Virginia Mountaineers football 2025 commitments
Get to know each of the West Virginia Mountaineers football commitments in the 2025 recruiting class with this feature from WVSports.com. Drexel Hill (Pa.) Monsignor Bonner wide receiver Jalil Hall narrowed his list of scholarship offers down to a top five of West Virginia, Maryland, Rutgers, Syracuse and Duke and took officials visits to West Virginia and Maryland. The Mountaineers extended an offer in December and things only continued to build between the athletic pass catcher and the Mountaineers football program led by offensive coordinator Chad Scott and wide receivers coach Bilal Marshall. Hall is being targeted at the Z or X position in the West Virginia wide receiver room and gives the Mountaineers an impressive option there with his overall skill set.
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...
Wetherholt’s road to The Show has begun
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In the moment, JJ Wetherholt didn’t have much time to process what had just transpired. He was told that once he got drafted, he would have roughly 30 seconds to get from the area where he and his family were watching the draft up to the stage where the MLB Commissioner had just read his name.
WVU Football commit Jackson Accuardi 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? DeForest (WI) tight end Jackson Accuardi.
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...
West Virginia Weather: High Pressure Brings Heat, Sporadic Rain Expected
Charleston, WV – Residents should prepare for a hot and humid day with temperatures climbing to 88°F. The National Weather Service indicates that high pressure from the north and a southern disturbance will lead to scattered rain showers and possible thunderstorms, especially in higher elevations. Charleston is expected...
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 […]
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