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More Mon County Fair to Love
This year’s fair, August 20–24, is jam-packed with new attractions. After the pandemic, the Monongalia County Fair struggled a little to regain its momentum. But this year’s fair will have the familiar features we all love—along with lots of surprises. “We want to show people that the fair is back and bigger than ever,” says Pageant Director Stephanie Browning.
Mountaineers Defensive Line Leans on Depth
West Virginia Head Coach Neal Brown laments the lack of respect his team receives this offseason. As one potential reason, he offers that several of the best players are undervalued. Reading some of the pre-season predictions, many appear to be focused on the losses the Mountaineers suffered to the transfer portal. The defensive line contributed a pair of starter quality players to leave the program. Despite those losses, the Mountaineers defensive line leans on depth heading into the 2024 season.
West Virginia Women’s Soccer: What to Know Going into 2024
With their season opener starting tomorrow evening, here’s everything you should remember about the Mountaineers heading into the 2024 season. With head coach Nikki Izzo-Brown entering her 29th season with the Mountaineers, the team is looking to exceed their 7-8-4 record in 2023, including a 5-3-2 Big 12 conference record. Their season came to an end in the first round of the Big 12 Championship, where West Virginia fell to Texas 3-1.
Halle Berry, Senator Capito discuss Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – United States Senator Shelley Moore Capito and actress Halle Berry hosted a roundtable discussion on Wednesday regarding the Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act. The bipartisan legislation would boost federal menopause research and coordinate existing programs within the government in relation to menopause and women’s health. “Menopause can impact every […]
Wawa makes entrance in convenience store market in West Virginia
INWOOD, W.Va. (DC News Now) — Brace yourself West Virginia for the convenience store wars to come. Long dominated by Sheetz, Royal Farms, The ROCCS chain and 7-Eleven, Pennsylvania-based Wawa markets broke ground Wednesday on its first West Virginia location. Family-owned Wawa already has more than 1,000 convenience stores in eight states and finds the […]
WVDNR reminds bear hunters about early firearms seasons
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that two early black bear firearms seasons will begin on August 31 and October 5. Hunters are encouraged to prepare by purchasing the necessary licenses and stamps. The first season runs from August 31 to September 8 in Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and […]
ARC of MOV speaks on “National ABLE Savings Day”
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - State treasurer Riley Moore commemorated Wednesday as the first “National ABLE Savings Day” to raise awareness of ABLE Programs. The day is also intended to encourage employers, advocates, and individuals with disabilities to explore the ways the savings program helps those with disabilities to become more financially independent.
Another comfy night; chance for showers to end the week
Tonight features mostly clear skies and temperatures dipping back into the upper 50s. Once again, it’s the perfect evening to enjoy outside for dinner or if you’re checking out the Jimmy Fortune concert here at the State Fair of West Virginia! Perhaps even give the air conditioner a break with a light northerly breeze once […]
Sen. Manchin gives remarks Marion County Chamber of Commerce’s 70th annual awards dinner
The Marion County Chamber of Commerce honored businesses and organizations from around the county Wednesday night as it hosted its 70th annual awards dinner on the campus of Fairmont State University.
Bears Drop Series Finale in 10-8 Loss to the Thunder
GRANVILLE, W.Va. – The West Virginia Black Bears dropped the final game against the Trenton Thunder 10-8 on Wednesday evening at Kendrick Family Ballpark, taking the series 2-1. The Thunder avenged Tuesday night’s ten-run loss by scoring seven in the first. Despite two seven-run deficits, the Bears clawed their way back within two. Powered by Jeff Liquori’s grand slam in the seventh, the late rally was not enough as the first-place Thunder avoided the sweep.
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