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Fairmont State University has plans for nearly $7 million in congressional directed spending
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Fairmont State University will receive $6.89 million in federally directed spending to go towards three improvement projects. The offices of U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito announced that the university will receive Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) funds to support upgrades to the nursing program facilities, library renovations, and campus security system improvements.
Downtown Morgantown property owner wants action, details some damages
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In Morgantown, downtown property owner Tricia DiCenso is providing first-hand accounts of damage she has suffered and dangers encountered by property owners and visitors. DiCenso, with Red Brick Properties is one of several downtown business owners who have documented damages and have called for action from the city council for at least the last two years.
Parkersburg City Council to consider bond issue for recreation facility, fire station
PARKERSBURG — Parkersburg City Council on Tuesday will consider the first reading of an ordinance to fund construction of a recreation facility and fire station with a bond issue for as much as $15 million. After the regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., council members will reconvene as the Urban...
Weekend concerts strike a chord in downtown Parkersburg
PARKERSBURG — Downtown Parkersburg was full of opportunities for fun Saturday and Sunday. The Parkersburg Art Center (PAC) and the Blennerhassett Hotel and Spa both held events this weekend that offered attendees music, good food and more. The PAC held its annual Tastes and Tunes event and the Blennerhassett hosted its two-day Summer Bash at the Blenny event which featured Nashville recording artist Nick Walker, on Saturday and Sunday as well as live music, shopping, food, beverages and more.
Roane General Hospital begins renovation project
SPENCER, W.Va. — Construction is beginning on a renovation project at Roane General Hospital in Spencer. The hospital will use $5.4 million to improve its air handling and wiring systems. Hospital CEO Doug Bentz said some of the much-needed updates came to light even more during the covid pandemic.
WVU Great Shares Memories of Treacherous Law School Hill
No WVU player can truly say they’re a Mountaineer until they run up law school hill. Training on that treacherous hill is something active players dread, but alumni look back on fondly. WVU great Anthony Becht couldn’t resist sharing some of his memories of law school hill after seeing...
Former WVU shooter Mary Tucker takes aim at the gold in Paris
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A National Champion shooter at West Virginia University will make a second attempt at shooting for gold in the upcoming Paris Olympic Games. Mary Tucker, who spent her last two seasons of NCAA Rifle in Morgantown, will shoot the smallbore, air rifle, and mixed team events at the Paris games. It’s Tucker’s second Olympics. She qualified for all three events in Tokyo as well.
Man on Run for Alleged Murder Arrested in Stonewood by Harrison County Sheriff's Office, Other Agencies
At approximately 4:24 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, Vienna Police were dispatched to 1202 19th Street Apartment 6, Vienna for an unresponsive person. Officers located a deceased female inside who suffered from an apparent gunshot wound. The individual was located by a family member who immediately contacted 9-1-1. Vienna...
Pufferbelly's Ice Cream Station celebrates National Ice Cream Day with new flavors
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - July 21st is National Ice Cream Day, and on a hot sunny day here in North Central West Virginia, there’s no better way to cool off than with some ice cream. Pufferbelly’s is celebrating by showcasing some new flavors!. There’s Zanzibar Chocolate, a fan...
Former Mountaineer Expresses Real Confidence in WVU as Response to Virtual Title
A former Mountaineer replied with his own thoughts about WVU posting an image of West Virginia winning a virtual Big 12 title. “Might look like a game to some but just wait til the real thing happens,” said Davoan Hawkins on X (formerly Twitter). It’s safe to say Hawkins believes in his old teammates and thinks highly of the Mountaineers in 2024.
Wetherholt: Being drafted was a ‘dream come true’
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — “With the seventh pick of the 2024 MLB Draft, the St. Louis Cardinals select JJ Wetherholt, a shortstop from West Virginia University.”. With those 22 words from the MLB Commissioner, JJ Wetherholt’s professional baseball career was underway. One week has passed since the All-American...
State Department of Education brings INVEST to Morgantown this week
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — University High School in Morgantown will host the Mathematics Revised Standards Rollout at INVEST (Infuse, Network, Value, Engage, Support, Target) Conference Monday, July 22 through Wednesday, July 24. Academic Support Coordinator Tim Flatley said about 150 teachers from across the state will have two days to...
Weirton Elementary leads hygiene drive to support students all year
WEIRTON, WV — Weirton Elementary has been collecting hygiene products that will be used for students throughout the school year. This initiative is presented by the Energy Express program, offered through the WVU Extension Services. It focuses on summer learning loss and promoting literacy skills in West Virginia communities...
Former WVU Forward Commits to Fairmont State
Former WVU forward Taj Thweatt announced on Sunday night that he’s committing to Fairmont State. Thweatt entered the transfer portal this spring after two years at Temple and will now play college basketball once again in the state of West Virginia. Since transferring from West Virginia in 2022, Thweatt...
WVU’s Todd Duncan win SE Amateur, punches ticket to U.S. Amateur Golf Championship
WVU’s golf program will be well represented at this year’s U.S. Amateur Golf Championship. West Virginia native Todd Duncan became the third Mountaineer golfer to qualify for the sport’s top amateur event. Duncan shot -5 (65) in the first and only round of the Southeastern Amateur qualifying tournament at Country Club of Columbus golf course in Columbus, Georgia.
Fashion Exchange celebrates its second anniversary, champions local shopping
WEIRTON, WV — The Fashion Exchange is celebrating its second anniversary, highlighting its success and emphasizing the importance of shopping at small businesses. On July 18, 2022, Kelly Jeffers opened her storefront in Weirton, explaining it was her passion. "It is incredibly important to support small businesses in our...
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