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Month: September 2018 Archives


SundaySeptember 30, 2018

Photo gallery: Poca collects sixth win, 40-20 vs. Sissonville

CHARLESTON, W.Va — Poca improves to 6-0 with a 40-20 win over Sissonville at University of Charleston Stadium. (Photos by Chuck Roberts/Dynamic Photography)

Photo gallery: GW defeats Hurricane 24-16

HURRICANE, W.Va – Photos from George Washington’s 24-16 win at Hurricane. (Photos courtesy of Chuck Roberts/Dynamic Photography)

Spring Valley, Poca continue climb in rankings

Martinsburg, Fairmont Senior and Wheeling Central remain the No. 1 team in their respective classes. The Bulldogs and Maroon Knights are unanimous choices.

Star witness for Justice Beth Walker’s impeachment trial will likely be Beth Walker

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The first in a series of impeachment trials for West Virginia Supreme Court justices might be fairly brief, in part because the lawyers for Justice Beth Walker are expressing such confidence in what she has to say. “We hope it’s going to be quick and efficient,” Mike Hissam, one of the lawyers

West Virginians remain skeptical of government, but may be changing

The latest version of the MetroNews Dominion Post West Virginia Poll deals with the role of government.

West Virginia up three spots to No. 9 in the AP poll

This marks the Mountaineers' highest ranking since 2012.

Communications hub may change how W.Va. government gets its message out

The effort to consolidate the executive branch's communications efforts began with Gov. Jim Justice.

State Senate Preview: Three candidates face off in District 4 race

Republican Eric Tarr, Democrat Brian Prim and independent Amy Nichole Grady are running in the contest.

Marshall makes plays late to edge Western Kentucky in league opener

The Thundering Herd delivered late to hang on for a tight win at Western Kentucky.

Poca passes another test, defeating Sissonville to stay perfect

The Dots improve to 6-0 after winning just five games in the previous six seasons.

Column: Uneven climb to 4-0 leaves Mountaineers in subdued celebration

Allan Taylor's commentary from No. 12 West Virginia hanging on against Texas Tech.

West Virginia Poll examines moral and social issues

There was a 50-50 split in a question asking respondents to select the statement that best reflects their view of the role of God in morality.

SaturdaySeptember 29, 2018

Trump criticizes Democrats, promotes Morrisey at Wheeling rally

President urges supporters not to sit at home on election day.

Police: Man injured trying to stop suspected drunk driver

The incident happened Saturday night in Charleston.

Marcus Simms emerges for third straight game as West Virginia’s top receiver

The junior made nine catches for a career-best 138 yards as the Mountaineers edged Texas Tech 42-34.

Wheeling Central uses passing attack to top Linsly, 31-14

Wheeling Central quarterback Curtis McGhee threw five touchdowns in a win over Linsly.

Texas Tech backup QB Duffey frustrates WVU in comeback cameo

LUBBOCK, Texas – It turns out Jett Duffey was not named ironically. The speedy Texas Tech backup quarterback literally gave West Virginia coach Dana Holgorsen a headache as he attempted to lead the Red Raiders from a 25-point halftime deficit before ultimately throwing a backbreaking interception to Mountaineers cornerback Keith Washington late in the fourth

Defense bails out Mountaineers in second half

It was not a typical shootout in Lubbock — not when a defensive play changed the outcome.

Washington’s pick-six caps adventurous first start for transfer cornerback

"He's a baller," said West Virginia defensive coordinator Tony Gibson.

Photo gallery: West Virginia downs Texas Tech, 42-34

Images from Saturday's game between No. 12 West Virginia and No. 25 Texas Tech.