Day: September 14, 2018 Archives


FridaySeptember 14, 2018

Former WVU linebacker Marc Magro credits position switch in high school

He was inducted into the first Hall of Fame class at University High School on Friday night.

Tonkery tries to finish more plays after zero-tackle game vs. Youngstown

Sophomore Mike linebacker fell off in Week 2 after productive opener against Tennessee.

Guard swapping duo Chase Behrndt, Joe Brown figure to ‘keep competing’

One used to play defensive line, and the other arrived on campus only a few months ago. Together they're running 1-2 in no particular order at right guard.

Judge rejects petition to reduce Nicewarner sentence

Joshua Nicewarner was found guilty of soliciting a minor on a computer.

State switches contractors on capitol dome project

Initial contract canceled over failure to guarantee further damage to outer dome.

Deputies identify fatal accident victim in Logan

Logan man killed when his ATV crashes into two vehicles.

Part of investigative group looking into allegations against former bishop may come from outside of WV

Former bishop of Wheeling-Charleston Diocese allegedly sexually harassed some adults.

Three charged for robbing man with special needs condition

26-year-old Joshua Paul Austin, 24 year-old Dylan Lee Yoders Jr., and 23-year-old Charles Calvin Ralston are all facing charges following the robbery reported around 4:47 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13.

Kanawha Valley Report: Week 4

Capital looks to stay unbeaten at Parkersburg, while Mingo Central and Sissonville features two prolific offenses in a Class AA showdown.

Herd looking for improved special teams, consistent run game

Marshall's coaching staff will look hard at several areas the Herd can improve on ahead of next week's game against NC State.

Florence forecast includes an average of 2 to 4 inches of rain in West Virginia

As of Friday, the heaviest rain was expected Sunday into Monday in eastern West Virginia.

Frontier repairs line damage

Contractor cut through fiber optic cable.

Failing grades for many WV public schools

The state Department of Education has released the first report card grading every public school in West Virginia, and in many cases it is not one you would want to take home to your parents.   I’ll get to the findings in a moment, but first some background. The DoE developed the “Balanced Scorecard” to provide

27-0 shots advantage: WVU routs Boston University behind Ferrer-vanGinkel

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Stefany Ferrer-vanGinkel scored twice and West Virginia enjoyed a massive shot advantage during a 4-0 win over Boston University in women’s soccer action. The Mountaineers (3-2-3) enjoyed their best offensive showing of the season and could’ve gotten more, considering they held a 27-0 edge in shots. “We hit posts and crossbars, and

Former WVU employee ponders riding out Florence

Hurricane Florence, though weakening in wind strength, is about the size of the state of Minnesota

A nice problem to consider? Lost game could impact West Virginia’s CFP chances

Allan Taylor's column: Dana Holgorsen didn't want to reschedule the N.C. State game at the risk of damaging his team's Big 12 title hopes. If a playoff opportunity arises, WVU may regret that call.