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WVJC School of Nursing launches hybrid practical nursing program in Bridgeport
BRIDGEPORT, WV — The WVJC School of Nursing has announced the launch of its new online/hybrid practical nursing training program. This program is accessible to students living within driving distance of the WVJC Bridgeport campus in Bridgeport, the WVJC Charleston campus in Cross Lanes, or James Rumsey Technical Institute in Martinsburg.
Report: WVU Great, Ex-Assistant Da’Sean Butler Heading Back to NBA
WVU basketball great, and now former assistant, Da’Sean Butler is heading back to the NBA to join the Boston Celtics’ coaching staff, sources tell Adam Himmelsbach of the Boston Globe. Butler is expected to take a role under video coordinator and or player development. Butler is reuniting with...
WVU’s Dynamic Duo Ranks High on List of All-Time Best College Football Playmakers
Even with a new college football season ahead, it’s always fun for sports fans to reflect on great memories of the past. And for WVU fans, there are no better memories than when Pat White and Steve Slaton were running all over Mountaineer Field. White and Slaton received some...
Hometown kid, Preston Fox, to step into biggest role yet ahead of 2024 season
Growing up in the city of Morgantown, WVU WR Preston Fox could not escape the gold and blue. Playing high school football in the teeth of Mountaineer nation, it can be assumed that repping the flying WV on your helmet one day is a massive dream. For Fox, it has become a reality.
JJ Wetherholt is once again the projected No. 1 overall pick in MLB Draft
WVU star infielder JJ Wetherholt, who entered the 2024 college baseball season as the projected No. 1 overall pick in this year's MLB Draft, dealt with significant injury issues over the course of the regular season. But, after proving he's fully healthy and ending the season strong, the former Mountaineer is gaining traction in mock drafts yet again.
Shrine Bowl Director Offers Evaluation of WVU OL Wyatt Milum as NFL Prospect
A major figure in the world of scouting college football prospects is high on another senior WVU offensive lineman. Eric Galko, the Director of Football Ops and Player Personnel for the East-West Shrine Bowl, offered his thoughts on the latest Mountaineer NFL prospect on Wednesday. “WHO’S NEXT: We got to...
Reaction to Morgantown firefighter pay dispute
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. –– Firefighters in Morgantown are concerned as new policies are enacted by the city to comply with a new state law. The measure, sponsored by state Senator Mike Oliverio, R-Monongalia, requires municipalities to pay firefighters during holidays for their entire shift even if it spans two calendar days or give them equal time off.
Independence Day Celebrations set in Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The City of Morgantown is ready to welcome area residents to come celebrate Independence Day. A day of family-friendly activities, live music, and 4th of July fireworks will kick off at 5 p.m. Thursday at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park Amphitheater. City of Morgantown Arts and Culture Director Vincent Kitch encourages residents to come down to the free event that will also include local food vendors and performances from local aerial performers.
Firework tent raises money for local prison ministry
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - Kairos Prison Ministry set up a firework tent with TNT Fireworks in Fairmont. It’s on the corner of Benoni Avenue and Seventh Street, and will be open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. until Saturday, July 6. All the money brought in from sales will go towards the...
WVU football 2024 roster review: Running backs
For the second year in a row, a rookie running back stole headlines and made a big impact for the Mountaineers last season. After CJ Donaldson did so in 2022, Jahiem White took the baton in 2023. That duo is, of course, expected to lead West Virginia’s rushing attack this...
Mountaineers in the NFL: 2024 Season Preview
With preseason games beginning in less than a month, let’s look at all 14 WVU alumni currently in the NFL. West Virginia has regularly produced NFL-caliber talent, with players being drafted out of Morgantown in 21 of the last 25 NFL drafts. Let’s look into who is representing the blue and gold at the professional level this upcoming season. We’ll be going by team, alphabetically by city.
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