Month: March 2019 Archives


ThursdayMarch 28, 2019

Father, son sentenced in government warehouse theft case

Former Guard members receive 4 probation.

STEM Festival to take over Potomac State College campus this weekend

The free event is open to kids and their families.

Authorities investigating latest threat against Fayette County high school

A bomb threat was discovered at Midland Trail High School Wednesday morning.

Sweet Spot podcast: Ferns had chance to start as freshman before injuries intervened

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In August 2016, freshman four-star recruit Brendan Ferns began taking reps with West Virginia’s first-string defense. He called home excited about the possibility of being the starting Mike linebacker for the upcoming opener against Missouri. Two days later, he tore his left ACL and the season was lost. Ferns subsequently suffered a

Woody Thrasher expected to enter Governor’s race

Woody Thrasher, who Governor Jim Justice forced out as Commerce Secretary last year, is said to be seriously considering running for Governor.  Thrasher won’t comment on his possible candidacy, but the smart money is on him getting in the race. Thrasher was a life-long Democrat, but he changed his party registration to Republican about a

Hodges K’s 14 as Saint Albans deals Poca first loss, 10-0

Ayden Hodges struck out the side four times for the Red Dragons.

Sting from WNIT loss overshadowed by good news of Tynice Martin’s return

West Virginia's junior guard, on pace to become the school's top career scorer, is putting her WNBA prospects on hold.

WednesdayMarch 27, 2019

Manchin, Capito back bill increasing law enforcement’s access to detection tech

The Providing Officers with Electronic Resources Act — or POWER Act — would establish a grant program to allow agencies to seek access to portable screening devices.

Mountaineers trounce Thundering Herd in Charleston

A nine-run third inning leads West Virginia to an easy win over Marshall

Justice considers 51 bills on final day to act

Gov. Jim Justice signed 24 bills into law Wednesday and vetoed 27 measures.

Morgantown scores 9 in fourth to roll by Buckhannon-Upshur

Matthews homers, Taylor strong on mound for Mohigans.

Governor Justice vetoes ‘Randy’s Dream’

Justice says an aspect of the roads bill was an intrusion into the executive branch.

Justice signs bill lowering coal severance tax

Justice held a signing ceremony Wednesday at the Harrison County Coal Company’s Harrison County Mine in Mannington.

I-68 traffic stop discovers threats against President, Pentagon

Busy artery closed for more than 3 hours; man detained for questioning.

Yeager Airport board approves new food vendor that will build two restaurants

Better Foods, home of Gino's and Tudor's, had been the vendor for more than 18 years.

Police look for suspect in Princeton bank robbery

First Community Bank held up Wednesday afternoon.

Brown: Eastern Panhandle needs expanded infrastructure; MARC talks continue

Mass transit, fiber service and growth all topics of Wednesday's interview.

U.S. Forest Service begins prescribed burns

More than five areas of the Monongahela National Forest will be set fire in the coming days, as weather conditions permit.

White says road paving is already underway and more is coming

Byrd White said the secondary road maintenance is like "eating an elephant" you do it "one bite at a time."

Attorney: Others knew about Bransfield’s behavior

Former Wheeling-Charleston bishop named in civil lawsuit.