Day 5 practice notebook

The Herd went full contact for the first time Friday afternoon.

WVU grabs 2015 commitment from ‘Speedy’ son of Antonio Brown

Three-star cornerback chose Mountaineers over Georgia, Pitt, South Florida, Penn State and Miami.

C-130 makes emergency landing at Charleston’s Yeager Airport

No one was hurt.

Free safety contender Tyler has hometown motivation to start vs. Tide

The sophomore from Atlanta is competing with four-star freshman Dravon Henry for spot in West Virginia's secondary.

Local man charged with third-degree arson in Matoaka fire

Route Ten was shutdown in the Mercer County town for much of the day Friday.

Child impaled with scissors in Mineral County

Medical officials said the baby boy is expected to make a full recovery.

Sketch of Charleston rape suspect released

The alleged assault happened on Tuesday night near Appalachian Power Park.

Thumbs up for Tonkery through opening week of camp

Fifth-year senior is subbing for injured linebacker Brandon Golson and making a push for playing time.

Wyoming County mine will not be idled this month

More than 400 people at the Pinnacle Mine near Pineville will keep working beyond Aug. 25.

Republican executive committee looking to replace Kanawha delegate on ballot

Del. Suzette Raines (R-Kanawha) said this week she would no longer be seeking reelection.

Kanawha State Forest petition lands on governor’s desk

Nearly 4,000 people have signed the document asking the governor to revoke Keystone's permit for the KD #2 mine.

State Ethics Commission addresses franking

There had been allegations some lawmakers were abusing their free constituent mailing privileges.

Farming, family and fun take center stage at the State Fair of West Virginia

The State Fair is now in its 90th year.

One more week for the Saints in West Virginia

Training camp for the NFL team at The Greenbrier Resort will wrap up next Wednesday.

Randolph County Commission contributes funds to repair Harman School

The commission contributed $25,000 from coal severance funds.

New era for Hedgesville football under Aaron Fiddler

Aaron Fiddler heads into his first season as the head football coach at Hedgesville.

Man accused in 1999 Lewis County murder extradited from Ohio

Charles Freeman is one of three accused in deaths of Mary Friend and Maxine Stalnaker

NAPA Auto Parts Gold & Blue Now: Aug. 8

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In this edition of the NAPA Auto Parts Gold and Blue Now, Dana Holgorsen mentions the time of preseaon fall camp where the mental aspect of the game needs to be strong. Also, junior wide receiver Jordan Thompson speaks on his upcoming role in the offensive this fall.