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West Virginia working to address housing crisis in the state
GHENT, WV (WVNS)– It’s no secret that much like the rest of the country, West Virginia is facing a housing shortage, especially when it comes to affordable housing. The current landscape of the housing market in West Virginia is challenging for a few reasons. Megan Bailey, the president of the Kanawha Valley Board of Realtors, […]
Parting words from a kids’ health advocate: Stay skeptical, West Virginia
I’m an Alaskan now. It feels strange to write, but it’s true. I relocated to Fairbanks over the summer. Whenever you read this, I’m four hours behind you in Alaskan Standard Time, where it’s probably colder with longer nights and occasional northern lights. So, this is my last commentary. West Virginians have always had good […]
Settlement reached for inmate death at North Central Regional Jail
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A man named Zachary Bailey from Parkersburg was arrested and put into the North Central Regional Jail in Doddridge County in July 2019. Less than three hours after he was booked, he died. His family sued and this week, they were awarded a settlement of one...
Hurricane vs Huntington the first of four WVU on WVU battles set for the fall
Arguably the top game in the state next weekend will be the first of four matchups scheduled between a pair of West Virginia University commitments this fall. Next Friday night, perennial powers Huntington (WV) and Hurricane (WV) will face off against each other, with defensive back Zah Jackson representing the Highlanders and wide receiver Tyshawn Dues suiting up for the Redskins. Both players have shown tremendous skill on both sides of the ball, so there's a real chance the two will face off throughout the evening.
WVU named finalist for 2024 C. Peter Magrath Community Engagement Scholarship Award
In recognition of its extraordinary community engagement initiatives, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities has named West Virginia University as a regional winner of the 2024 W.K. Kellogg Foundation Community Engagement Scholarship Award. As regional winner, WVU will compete for the national C. Peter Magrath Community Engagement Scholarship Award,...
Ravenswood council member removed from seat after embezzlement admission
RAVENSWOOD, W.Va. (WCHS) — City council members in Ravenswood voted unanimously Tuesday to remove a member who they said admitted to embezzling funds. Denise Toler was moved from her position following a taped confession where she admitted to embezzling $3,500 in Ravenswood Development Authority funds, according to a resolution passed by city council.
4-Star WPIAL Recruit to Attend West Virginia Games Twice Early in Season
Matt Sieg, the top 2026 recruit from the WPIAL, will be among the recruits in Morgantown when WVU kicks off the 2024 season against Penn State, another program pursuing Western Pennsylvania prospect. The 4-star defensive back from Fort Cherry High School will be watching WVU in the first two weeks...
Mineral Wells Volunteer Fire Department receives new truck
MINERAL WELLS — The Mineral Wells Volunteer Fire Department has received its new fire truck and it will be put into service in a month or so. The department recently took possession of its new 2024 Pierce Enforcer truck that will become the department’s new Engine 41, replacing a 1992 Pierce engine truck that was the front line engine for the department.
Sergio Ors Navarro’s hat trick guides WVU men’s soccer to 4-2 victory over Purdue Fort Wayne in opener
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The No. 3 men’s soccer team in the nation cruised to victory in its season opener Thursday night thanks to a career-best performance from one of its veterans. But it was not the conference offseason player of the year providing the legwork in the scoring...
Morgantown begins demolition of more than 50 structures
Over the next 2-3 weeks, Morgantown Area Partnership (MAP) will demolish 58 structures across nine and a half acres of property to develop the East End Village project, and on Thursday, an event was held to mark it's beginning.
Big Red Holds Off McNicholas
STEUBENVILLE,OHIO (WTRF) – Steubenville held off a very talented Cincinnati Archbishop McNicholas squad 18-16 Friday night in their season opener. Big Red will travel to 1-0 New Philadelphia next week. The Quakers beat Louisville 12-7 in their season opener.
Bridgeport Middle's Avya Talwar Mathematical Habits of Mind Poster Contest Winner Held by State BOE
The West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) recently recognized several students who participated in the WVDE’s Mathematical Habits of. Mind (MHM) Poster Contest. Bridgeport Middle School featured one of the winners. Avya Talwar was judged as one of the students to be recognized. In an effort to include students'...
Bobcats Drop Season Opener at Indian Creek
WINTERSVILLE – The Cambridge High School football team kicked off the 2024 season with high hopes that were quickly dashed in a 41-13 loss to Indian Creek in Buckeye 8 action Friday night. Coming off an 0-10 season and bringing back successful football coach Kevin Gunn to lead the...
Local chef shares simple football season recipes that are tailgate touchdowns
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — You can feel it in the air, football season is here, so it’s time to get ready for tailgating. Chris Kefauver, program chair for Culinary Arts and Hospitality at WVNCC, takes us to the kitchen to show us a few simple recipes that are sure to be a touchdown at your […]
Bethlehem Temple hosting fun-filled weekend with Adopt-A-Student Event and Back to School Festival
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Bethlehem Temple’s Adopt-A-Student event will take place this Saturday at 10 a.m. This huge back-to-school giveaway draws hundreds of students and families every year. This year, it will take place at the back door of the Dream Center. It is not necessary to provide proof of income or residency. Anyone is […]
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