Putnam County Commission confident in data center resolution; resident group “appreciative” of concerns addressed

The commission unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday outlining rules and regulations for data center developers to follow in Putnam County.

Bond lowered for Clay County man charged in crash that killed his two sons, case headed to grand jury

James Neal II, 34, is now being held on $15,000 bond. It had been set at $1 million.

Boone County Schools leadership continues week of consolidation, closure hearings with stop at Sherman Elementary

Sherman Elementary would receive Whitesville Elementary students starting next fall.

Devine pleads not guilty to felony strangulation, three misdemeanors

WVU Sports Hall of Famer Noel Devine scheduled to go on trial in November.

Capito and colleagues praise bipartisan permitting reform deal; look ahead to a vote

They said the legislation reflects work from members of Congress on both sides of the aisle and from a diverse group of stakeholders.

Lottery Commission turning off 172 video lottery machines until Parkersburg-based operator submits required information

Trans-Allegheny Enterprises chief officer says he's been sick.

Mercer County Schools superintendent to retire, cites “different perspectives on district’s future” after changes to board

Edward Toman will retire when his contract expires in July 2027.

Kanawha County woman lives a dream on Wheel of Fortune

Autumn Martin of Sissonville wins $66,000 and a trip to Thailand on her favorite game show

Barboursville man in custody after allegedly shooting up mother’s house, setting fires

Joseph Daniels named in 30 criminal counts.

Morrisey announces more than $19 million in funding for state park upgrades

Funds come from legislative appropriation and budget surplus.

MetroNews This Morning 9-30-26

West Virginia news, sports, and weather for Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Putnam County Commission approves data center resolution; developers must comply with county rules going forward

The commission passed the resolution Tuesday night following months of feedback.

Clay County man wanted in triple stabbing found in dumpster, arrested

Kelcey Nicholas, 42, is charged with three counts of malicious wounding.

“This is our home” Van community gathers for hearing on proposed school closures

Boone County Board of Education officials heard public comments at a hearing in Van Tuesday night.

Upshur County long-term recovery organization in full operation

Upshur Partners Lifting Individuals & Families Together (UPLIFT) is leading flood recovery efforts.

Abused children in Sissonville shed case reach $4.4 million settlement with state of West Virginia

An investigation found five children were being kept like slaves at the home of Jeanne Kay Whitefeather and Donald Ray Lantz.

Harpers Ferry woman charged with murder, arson waives preliminary hearing

Case against Nicole Ellen Taylor will next be taken up by a grand jury.

West Virginia would do anything for federal nuclear program, but it won’t do that

Governor says, 'I have directed my Office of Energy to ensure that every site identified in our final Nuclear Campus application is considered only for nuclear generation or manufacturing -- not as a dump.'

Trump official promotes rare earth mineral career program at WVU

U.S. Department of Energy Assistant Secretary Audrey Robertson was on campus Tuesday.

Firefighters from around Mountain State gather for Fire Safety Summit in Charleston

The event highlighted the latest tips and trends for fire prevention and safety.