Day: May 5, 2014 Archives


MondayMay 5, 2014

Magistrate forwards charges against Detroit man

D.J. Carter allegedly took part in murder and alleged plan to kill police officer.

Drones flying over mock riot

Law enforcement and corrections officers get a lesson in high tech crime fighting.

Baseball bracketologists are favoring West Virginia’s NCAA chances

Barring a collapse in the final two weeks of the regular season, the Mountaineers should reach a regional for the first time in 18 years.

Powerball winners in W. Va. collect their $1 million prizes

Meanwhile, the state is on a hot streak when it comes to picking lucky numbers.

Board recommends action against Kanawha County magistrate

Ward Harshbarger apologizes for how he handled Plants case.

Former WVU signee receives 5 years’ probation for sexual abuse

2013 recruit d'Vante Henry was dismissed from the team last fall after allegedly assaulting a woman in her room.

Berkeley County smoking ban up for vote Tuesday

One bar owner says a 100 percent ban could ruin his business.

Troopers make second arrest in connection with inmate escape

Taylor County woman allegedly helped prisoner.

Former ITC commissioner says she’s the person to fill 2nd District seat

Charlotte Lane is one of seven Republican candidates seeking the nomination.

Multi-million dollar weekend for WV Powerball

Two winners will get $1 million, a third $2 million.

Economist: ‘It’s going to take money’ to maintain West Virginia’s roads

Dr. Tom Witt said higher taxes and fees will have to be part of road plans.

Father ordered to stand trial in daughter’s death

Judge orders another mental evaluation.

Herd takes 2-of-3 from La Tech

Final two series are must wins to qualify for C-USA Tournament.

Herd sweeps La Tech, qualifies for C-USA tourney

Herd softball looks to defend its C-USA Tournament Title.

Bridgeport’s Skidmore and Smith break down college choices

Two Bridgeport seniors will be playing baseball at the next level as the Indians eye a state title.

Our economic doldrums

Friday’s announcement that the nation’s jobless rate dropped to 6.3 percent in April, from 6.7 percent the month before, triggered some optimism about the economy. “The American economy picked up steam in April, as employers added 288,000 jobs while the unemployment rate fell to 6.3 percent, the lowest level since September 2008,” chirped the New

Revenue Secretary Kiss urges same conservative approach by future legislators

Traffic account helping this year's state budget.