Day: February 20, 2014 Archives


ThursdayFebruary 20, 2014

West Virginia-Baylor rematch has elimination-game feel

Two NCAA bubble teams in desperate need of a win will face off Saturday at the WVU Coliseum.

Staten: Time off allowed Mountaineers to rejuvenate

Point guard says West Virginia should be rested and ready for Saturday's game against Baylor.

Huggins: ‘We’ve put ourselves behind the 8-ball’

Coach knows West Virginia's game against Baylor potentially carries big postseason implications.

School water to be tested again this weekend

Tomblin directs Guard to test under more stringent levels; WVAWC says MCHM levels low.

Freedom Industries bankruptcy hearing Friday

Company wants to hire help.

Widow urges senate committee to pass bill protecting sanitation workers

Motorists would be required to drive slower near garbage trucks.

Powerball ticket worth $1 million sold in West Virginia

The winning ticket for the $425 million jackpot was purchased in California.

Investigators: Remains of missing well worker located

The Morgantown man had been missing since a Feb. 11 natural gas well explosion in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Water tanker dips in hole

Heavy tanker creates hole; distribution spot closed.

What’s next in state budget discussions? Tax increases lack momentum

Senator Jeff Kessler sees tax increase as a better alternative to raiding the Rainy Day Fund to balance the state budget.

Mine blowout on Boone-Lincoln line

DEP doesn't anticipate environmental problems.

Canaan extends season

Skiers can enjoy the slopes for an extra three weeks

Man dies after being shot by own gun in struggle with police

Dunbar police were attempting to serve protective order.

Opponents work against proposed ban on abortions after 20 weeks

Members of the House Judiciary Committee are expected to take up the legislation.

Getting girls excited about engineering

College helps girls decide if it's a career for them.

DOH supervisor indicted on federal charges

Equipment Division supervisor allegedly made false statements to FBI.

Pivotal stretch run looming for youthful Magnolia

Magnolia head coach Dave Tallman looking to get the Blue Eagles to the next level overall.

Arrest made after security threat at Wheeling federal building

Man allegedly threatened to shoot-up federal courthouse.