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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.
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...
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.
Full kennels mean big savings at local shelter hoping to adopt out pets
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — At the Ohio County Animal Shelter, there’s no room at the inn. Every cage is occupied by a dog, cat, or kitten. So, for now, they can no longer accept any animals being surrendered by their owners. This is good news for anyone thinking about adopting a new pet. There […]
WVU School of Dentistry launches pediatric dentistry program
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia University School of Dentistry will soon begin the first and only advanced education program in pediatric dentistry in the state. Pediatric dentists are oral health providers who see infants and children through adolescence. The inaugural class for the 2026 pediatric dentistry residency will...
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...
Wellsburg's weeklong Independence Day bash draws biggest crowd yet
WELLSBURG, W.Va. — Members of the Wellsburg community came together to celebrate the week leading up to Independence Day. An event that began in 1947 is still bringing in hundreds 77 years later. "I think it’s a great week for the community,” attendee Janice Stucin said. “And a lot...
WATCH LIVE: Fireworks at The Highlands
WTRF.com is hosting the fireworks show at The Highlands. You can also watch the fireworks on TV on, WTRF My Ohio Valley until 10 pm but the show will continue until completion on WTRF.com and the 7News Facebook page. You can check the rest of the Ohio Valley fireworks schedule...
Miners Look To Wrap Up Perfect Season Saturday Night With a Championship
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– The Wheeling Miners are just a game shy of completing a perfect season in their inaugural year. Which game is that? The AAL2 Championship Game. They will face the Peach State Cats from Georgia at home in that game, Saturday at 7 p.m.. The big news for the Miners is League MVP […]
Catholic Charities puts price tag on managing Bartlett House shelter
The CEO of Catholic Charities of West Virginia told Morgantown city leaders and Monongalia County Commissioners this week that it would cost between $450,000 and $500,000 per year to manage the financially struggling Bartlett House Emergency Homeless Shelter.
List: WVU Basketball Continues to Throw Offers to Recruits
WVU basketball staff has extended offers to many recruits in the 2025, 2026 and 2027 classes since getting hired in the spring. Let’s take a look at who West Virginia has expressed interest in over the last week. Isaiah Denis | 2025 | G | 4⭐️. State: North...
Wheeling Football’s Week Eight Matchup with Frostburg State shifted to Thursday night
Wheeling, W. Va. - Throughout the season, some of the top football matchups across the MEC get shifted to Thursday night primetime matchups. The Wheeling University Football team already has one Thursday night matchup to open the season, but one of their conference meetings is getting the shift to Thursday night. The team's week eight matchup has been moved to Thursday, October 24th, with kick-off at 7 PM.
WVU Women’s Basketball adds 6-foot-3 center, Feryal Defne Atli from Turkey
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (July 3, 2024) – West Virginia University women’s basketball head coach Mark Kellogg has announced the addition of Feryal Defne Atli (Mersin, Turkey) to a grant-in-aid for the 2024-25 academic year. “We are thrilled to add another versatile piece to the program in Defne,” Kellogg said....
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