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Big 12 Snapshot: West Virginia Mountaineers
Good morning. I’m introducing a new series intended to take a look at each team in the new Big 12. I’m not sure how many I’ll get done each week, but the only way for me to really know about these teams is to actually do the research so I can be relatively informed when the season hits. So I spent time doing the research this weekend. There are links to everything below so if there isn’t a link, then I didn’t write it, but I always link back to the originator of the content. I wanted to take a quick look at the team: get a feel for the best players; look into their portal class consisted and how they ranked overall; a look at the 2024 recruiting class; and ending on the graphic from Sharp College Football.
Morgantown officials approve funds for key homeless issues
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Morgantown city council has set aside about $213,000 for the operation of the triage and warming shelter for the 2024-25 winter and transportation. The funds are part of the allocation of $1.3 million in carry over funds. Council approved the transfer of $150,000 for the operation...
Morgantown businessman wants accountability in addressing homeless issues
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A Morgantown businessman, Todd Stainbrook, is weighing in on the homeless situation in Morgantown. The issue has been at the forefront for business owners for several years, and debate is ramping back up following a proposal to expand the organization that governs camping in the city. Third Ward Councilor Louise Michael requested a review of the ordinance with the possibility of expanding it with the health and safety of the community in mind.
Bridgeport Family Dentistry Ready to Make Opening Official at Charles Pointe with July 26 Ribbon Cutting
Dr. Samantha Jette, DDS and her staff at Bridgeport Family Dentistry have inherited a nearly 50-year tradition of providing quality dental services to families in Harrison, Lewis, Taylor, and Marion Counties. On Friday, July 26, Bridgeport Family Dentistry will take that commitment to the next level when they officially open their new state-of-the-art dental office at Charles Pointe in Bridgeport.
Ex-Mountaineer Gyorko sees himself in Wetherholt
MORGANTOWN — JJ Wetherholt is about to embark upon the journey of a lifetime, chasing the dream young men have chased for more than 150 years. Jedd Gyorko knows. He’s been there. You probably remember Jedd Gyorko. It wasn’t so long ago he was living the life JJ...
Trail being added to nature preserve in Roane County
WALTON — Work is underway to add a more than two-and-a-half-mile trail at a nature preserve in southern Roane County. The American Water Charitable Foundation recently provided $83,400 for trail development and watershed conservation at Hungry Beech Preserve in the Walton area, according to a press release from the Nature Conservancy in West Virginia, which owns and operates the preserve and is part of a global conservation organization.
Man charged with forcibly holding child’s head against mattress
DUNBAR, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man was charged with child abuse after forcibly holding an infant’s head down against a mattress in the crib. Wood County Sheriff’s Department said that the child’s father, Michael Eugene Mallory, forcibly held his infant child by the head and neck with his hand and used his other hand to […]
Veterans and community gather to honor a homeless Purple Heart recipient
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Veterans and supporters came out to pay their respects to Purple Heart recipient Ronald Tittle, who passed away homeless and with no known family. His funeral was held on Thursday at the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery in Institute. Those who were...
‘It’s like 90 minutes away:’ Napier area students who take WeGo to school ask for changes
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Aaron Manning, who uses the WeGo route from the Napier area to McGavock High School, says the walk is too far and wants to see more convenient bus stops. “They should add it like near the school so we don’t have to be able to be...
Democratic member of West Virginia House calls for Biden to drop out of presidential race: ‘It’s time’
Calls for President Biden to drop out of the race have been plentiful ever since his debate performance in June. Biden has said he is "one thousand percent" staying in the race, according to reporting by the Associated Press.
Babydog bobblehead unveiled by National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum
MILWAUKEE, WI (LOOTPRESS) – The very first bobblehead figure of the Mountain State’s own Babydog was unveiled on Friday morning, National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum CEO Phil Sklar tells LOOTPRESS. The news follows the English Bulldog’s show stealing appearance with Governor Jim Justice at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday in Milwaukee. “We’re […]
People who lost their jobs in West Virginia due to flooding can get benefits
According to officials, individuals living or working in these counties who lost their job due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides may apply for federal unemployment benefits.
Hinton included in $18.6 million in ARC grant award recommendations for projects across West Virginia
CHARLESTON W.Va. (Hinton News) — Gov. Jim Justice today announced over $18.6 million in Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grant funding recommendations for 11 projects across West Virginia. The West Virginia Department of Economic Development administers the state’s Appalachian Regional Commision program, which is a partnership of federal, state and local participants providing financial and technical assistance for economic development and infrastructure projects. The Governor’s recommendations will now be sent to ARC for final approval. Projects recommended for ARC funding include: West Virginia Department of Economic Development — $220,000 Consolidated Technical Assistance The West Virginia Department of Economic Development (WVDED), with ARC funding assistance, will continue the Consolidated Technical Assistance program. The...
When is West Virginia’s 2024 Sales Tax Holiday?
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – West Virginia’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is just around the corner. This year’s Sales Tax Holiday is set for Aug. 2 through Aug. 5 to help families with their back-to-school shopping. During the Sales Tax Holiday, the state’s sales tax is eliminated for certain items including: According to the West Virginia […]
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