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Losses continue for Western Pennsylvania hospitals
Western Pennsylvania's economic engine - health care services - continued to sputter this year, with the operator of two Pittsburgh-area hospitals reporting a widening loss in year-end results. Clearfield County-based Penn Highlands Healthcare, which owns hospitals in Washington and Fayette counties, on Thursday reported an operating loss of $36.43 million...
Severe storms dump rain, pause play in Mountain State
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Separate lines of severe thunderstorms rocked the Mountain State Saturday afternoon and evening producing gusty winds, lightning and heavy rain. The first line of storms delayed the second half of the WVU-Penn State in Morgantown by more than two hours. The first half ended just before the storm hit.
Pennsylvania Treasurer Returns Over $85,000 in Unclaimed Property to Local Education Agency
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, alongside Dr. Donald Martin, Executive Director of Intermediate Unit 1 (IU1), announced the return of over $85,000 in unclaimed property to IU1. This unit supports public education in Fayette, Greene, and Washington counties. The funds, totaling $85,135.54, consisted of nine distinct properties ranging from just $0.01...
Two F-16 Viper Jets to fly over sold out WVU vs Penn State crowd
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The wait is over for Mountaineer fans as West Virginia University (WVU) gears up to face No. 8 Penn State this Saturday at Milan Puskar Stadium. The game kicks off at noon and is sold out. According to WVU, fans are encouraged to check the “Stripe the Stadium” chart to coordinate […]
Update: Severe thunderstorm watch for Greene County Saturday evening
The National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch at 4:53 p.m. on Saturday in effect until 7 p.m. for Greene County. Preparing for approaching lightning: Expert safety advice. Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with the bulk of these electrical discharges occurring during...
Community, Advocates Oppose Morgantown Camping Ban
A camping ban aimed at addressing homelessness in Morgantown is expected to pass next week, but community members and advocates are speaking up in opposition. The Morgantown City Council voted 4 to 3 to advance a new article of City Code entitled “Camping on Public Property” Aug. 20. The ordinance would expand an existing camping ban to all public property and carries fines as high as $500 per day and up to 30 days imprisonment for repeated violations.
West Virginia adjusting to use of sideline tablets
West Virginia, along with the other Big 12 Conference teams, will have access to Microsoft Tablets on the sidelines this coming season. The tablets will be available for usage on the sideline and in the coaching booth, allowing players and coaches access to video review in-game. It was a change made in the off-season to open the door to use the tablets on the sidelines for the first time.
Best Social Media Videos During for West Virginia vs. Penn State Weather Delay
A weather delay has put a hold to the West Virginia vs. Penn State game in Morgantown. Penn State is leading West Virginia 20-6 at halftime, but a multi-hour delay due to thunder and lighting in the Morgantown area has resulted in both teams, fans and TV partners having to adjust.
West Virginia schools forced to cancel classes ahead of Pat McAfee Show and Week 1 clash over ‘traffic’ concerns
STUDENTS in West Virginia can thank Pat McAfee and the Mountaineers for giving them an extra day off of school this upcoming Friday, August 30. Local officials have decided to cancel school on Friday due to the traffic congestion the college football clash between West Virginia University and Penn State will likely cause. “In consultation […]
NCWV prepares for a busy, action-packed Labor Day weekend
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - The entire North Central West Virginia area is preparing for an exciting, action-packed Labor Day weekend!. Here’s what you need to know about what’s happening, how traffic will be affected and what to expect from the weather in each area... MORGANTOWN:. Monongalia County Schools...
Wake up, West Virginia: It's Game Day
Whenever or wherever you're reading this, Mountaineer Nation, I hope it finds you well. Some of you, perhaps, are scrolling down this page while enjoying your morning coffee or breakfast. Or maybe you're catching a quick glance at your phone from the Blue Lot amidst your Saturday morning tailgate. Some...
A Morgantown Camping Ban Aimed At Homelessness, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, a camping ban aimed at addressing homelessness in Morgantown is expected to pass next week. As Chris Schulz reports, community members and advocates are speaking up in opposition. Plus, we hear about the failure of Southern Coal, a company owned by Gov. Jim Justice, to...
WVU golf team receives votes in preseason poll
The West Virginia University golf team received 10 votes in the 2024-25 Preseason Bushnell/Golfweek DI Coaches Poll. The Mountaineers rank 39th in the country in the preseason poll. Including West Virginia, seven Big 12 Conference teams are either ranked in the Top 25 or received votes. Last season, the Mountaineers...
New metal detectors debut at Milan Puskar Stadium Saturday
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Metal detectors will greet fans for the first time at Milan Puskar Stadium when the Mountaineers take on Penn State Saturday. The devices produced by CEIA OPENGATE are part of the Campus Self Defense Act that into effect July 1 this year and will become a fixture at home games this season.
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