Day: August 10, 2017 Archives


ThursdayAugust 10, 2017

Trump to declare ‘national emergency’ on opioid addiction

The president’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis suggested declaring a national emergency in its July 31 draft interim report.

Morrisey resigns as RAGA chairman

West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey began serving in February after then-Alabama Attorney General and Chairman Luther Strange resigned.

Greenbrier County fatal fire ruled accidental

An investigation indicates the victim, a 61-year-old female, was smoking cigarettes while using home oxygen.

Clay-Battelle gives lending hand to Hundred football program

With its field damaged by the flood, Hundred has been using Clay-Battelle's football field for practices and might use it to host home games during the season.

Fatal Morgantown fire believed to be murder/suicide

Investigators believe Dennis Malarkey shot and killed Linda Rae Malarkey before taking his own life.

New trial dates set for defendants in coal exec Hatfield murder

Anthony Arriaga and Brandon Fitzpatrick in court for pretrial hearings.

One of West Virginia’s top hitters transferring to Arizona State

After blossoming into a .302 hitter and driving in 44 RBIs as a sophomore, third baseman Cole Austin was granted his release.

Florida man enters plea in connection with deadly Turnpike wrong way crash

2015 collision claimed the life of a Kanawha County native.

Rainy day wrecks in Charleston

Drivers lose control of vehicles in Kanawha Valley crashes.

Summer crews finish maintenance, repairs at Harrison County schools

Summer crews are hired each year for repairs and construction at Harrison County Schools, and with a new school year beginning Tuesday, those crews have only days to finish their work.

WVU Tech ready for new start in Beckley

The new campus will offer 40 academic programs.

DOH says flood damage nears $13 million

Numerous slips and slides will be slow and costly to repair.

FBI conducts active shooter drill at Kanawha school

FBI agents were at Kenna Elementary School Thursday.

Big 12 coaches make Mountaineers top choice for 6th straight title

A record six West Virginia players were named to the league's all-preseason team

WVU opens Welcome Week with new student orientation

"We're going to entertain them and let them have a good time, but they know why they are here," Mosby said.

While Crest finds footing at WR, his hands look great

Former quarterback/running back/safety/transfer aiming to contribute as senior at West VIrginia: The Gold & Blue Lunch Report

‘The Sweet Spot’ debates impact of Durante’s absence

Video podcast also tackles recruiting, offensive breakout candidates and wedding songs.

High school students to help repair state parks

Full details of the program are expected to be announced at a later date.