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Students, families share mixed reactions to campus carry
For first-time freshmen, moving into a new dorm can be filled with a variety of worries. Cayden Ruleau’s is the gun safe housed in his new home, Summit Hall. “I don’t know where it is, but it is kind of weird that other students are allowed to carry guns around me,” he said.
With Dog Bites Rising, USPS Preps W.Va. Mail Carriers For Risks
This year, the number of dog bites on mail carriers in West Virginia and Kentucky is on the rise, according to Alan Lewis, United States Postal Service (USPS) safety manager for the two states. The states reported 113 dog bites last fiscal year, which ended in September 2023. This fiscal...
Will Volleyball, Softball Championships See New Sites in West Virginia? WVSSAC Lists Hosts for 2025-28
The WVSSAC has announced the host sites for the upcoming state wrestling and softball championships. Huntington has been selected as the host city for the state wrestling championship for 2025-28. This extends Huntington’s legacy as the host city, marking 42 consecutive years by the conclusion of the 2028 championship.
Drought conditions across West Virginia impacting fall foliage
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – With a drought impacting the Tri-State, you may be seeing some fall colors a little early this year. No fall season is ever the same. Some years the colors of the leaves are richer than others, and this is all dependent on weather. “So I’m originally from Ohio, close to Columbus, […]
More than $1.1 million in funding granted to domestic violence prevention efforts
CHARLESTON, WV — Governor Jim Justice released a statement regarding a funding award for programs that assist domestic violence survivors. STOP Violence Against Women grant funds, totaling $1,124,446, are going to 21 projects throughout the state. These funds will be used to strengthen or create groups geared towards domestic violence victim support. These include victim […]
2 people arrested after deputies find dead, underfed dog in Weston
WESTON, W.Va (WDTV) - Two people were arrested after deputies found a dead dog laid across a tree in Weston earlier this month. Tiffany Wood, 32, and John Ables, 47, were arrested and charged with five counts of animal cruelty each, according to the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies...
First at 4 Forum: Carmen Ordonez
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Lifestyle expert Carmen Ordonez stopped by the First at 4 Wednesday. She shared her tips on outfits and dorm decor for a memorable and fashionable school year. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays from 4 to 5 p.m. only...
Fairmont State anticipates an exciting year focused on deepening the ways the University is a Great Place
Fairmont State University students begin classes on Monday, August 26; however, for faculty and staff, the 2024-2025 academic year began Monday with the University’s annual employee breakfast and Opening Session. After introducing new faculty and staff, the University awarded the Abelina Suarez Professorship for the 2024-2029 term to Dr....
Glenville State Officials Dr. Mark A. Manchin, Brian Hill Present $5,000 to Clarksburg's Black Heritage Festival
Glenville State University President Dr. Mark A. Manchin and Diversity Coordinator Brian Hill met with James Griffin, Chair of the Black Heritage Festival Board of Directors, to present a $5,000 donation on behalf of the GSU Foundation. “It’s an honor to present this donation to such an important organization.” Dr....
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