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JMU women’s soccer opens home slate with 2-0 loss to Virginia Tech
JMU women’s soccer made its return to Sentara Park on Sunday and was greeted by a crowd just as maroon as it was purple. To the delight of those in maroon, the Dukes fell in their home opener to Virginia Tech 2-0, due in part to a dominant defensive performance from the Hokies. Virginia Tech outshot JMU 16-5.
Virginia Tech Hokies’ 2024 Football Roster: Spotlight on WRs & TEs
The Virginia Tech Hokies are gearing up for the 2024 football season, focusing on a revamped roster of tight ends and wide receivers. The passing game has historically been a weak spot for the team due to inconsistent quarterback performance and coaching instability. However, significant improvements were noted in the 2023 season as quarterback Kyron Drones established a better rapport with the receivers, leading to a stronger offensive capability. With a promising mix of veteran and transfer talent at the wideout and tight end positions, Virginia Tech aims to enhance its passing game further this season.
Twin Valley Panthers revamp team with fresh talent for 2024 season
PILGRIMS KNOB, Va. (WCYB) — After struggling in recent years, the Twin Valley Panthers are coming ready to compete in 2024, with some fresh faces looking to make an early impact. Maintaining good numbers throughout the summer, Twin Valley is looking to turn hard work in to success and...
Princeton ready for an encore performance with a different final act in 2024
PRINCETON, W.Va. — Princeton entered the 2023 season without a playoff victory in two decades. First-year head coach Keith Taylor was able to see what many others could not — a postseason run that would take the Tigers all the way to Class AAA state championship game. “First...
Gas Prices Down Across Southside Virginia
Average gas prices across Virginia are down by a nickel this week to $3.29 a gallon, while the average price of gas across the country is down three cents for the third week in a row to $3.41 a gallon, according to AAA. The average price of gas in Danville...
Jade Harris represents rural voices at the DNC, focuses on youth and women's issues
GLASGOW, Va. (WSET) — Some of our local lawmakers are headed to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois. ABC13 spoke with Jade Harris, Glasgow's former vice-mayor and candidate for Virginia's 3rd Senate District after she stepped off the plane in Chicago. Harris is one of 119 delegates representing Virginia at the DNC.
Jeeps invade Weathered Ground Brewery
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — The second annual Jeep Invasion sponsored by the Marshall University Southern Coalfields Alumni & Big Green Club was held at Weathered Ground Brewery. The event asked Jeep owners to ride in and display their prized vehicles all for a good cause. Amanada Ashley, Vice President for the Club, said they help […]
Mountaineers race past Highlanders, move to 2-0
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Four WVU women’s soccer players scored goals Sunday afternoon to lead the Mountaineers to a commanding 5-0 victory over visiting Radford. Junior forward Taylor White scored twice. With the win, West Virginia improves to 2-0 on the young season. The Highlanders, an NCAA Tournament team...
Virginians gather to lay Deputy Hunter Reedy to rest
CHILHOWIE, Va. (WDBJ) - Hundreds of cars lined a parking lot outside the Chilhowie Christian Church Saturday. Members of the public and law enforcement from across Virginia went to the funeral service for Deputy Hunter Reedy, a hero in his community and around the commonwealth. “The backbone of our commonwealth,...
Faith and Recovery: the story of John James
TAZEWELL, WV (WVNS) — John James is a that name might sound familiar. He is the former original lead singer of the Christian mega group “The Newsboys.” After being removed from the group, he fell into substance abuse to numb the pain of losing everything because of the mistakes he made in life. “Addictions come in […]
Stephen Gosnell is not taking anything for granted, hoping to be cleared for game one against Vanderbilt
Virginia Tech wide receiver Stephen Gosnell found his footing in the Hokies offense last fall, accounting for 22 catches for 347 yards and 2 touchdowns. However, a knee injury sustained in the Military Bowl sidelined Gosnell for the spring. As Virginia Tech continues to move through fall camp, the one-time...
Students at Sweet Briar College voice concerns over new 'transphobic' admissions policy
AMHERST COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Concerns from students at Sweet Briar College are being vocalized over a change in the college's admissions policy. On-campus clubs, such as the Student Government Association, took to Instagram to express their concerns with the policy, saying it's transphobic. On its website, the college...
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