MORGANTOWN — There was a time Winston’s future looked bleak. Now, the Yorkshire Terrier is ready to help other animals by convincing state lawmakers to increase penalties for those who […]
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Poison center issues holiday safety reminders
MORGANTOWN — The West Virginia Poison Center is warning people to be mindful of the dangers this time of year. It’s especially relevant now, when there are changes in schedules […]
Marion Republican incumbent falls to Dem challenger, 1 of 5 seats in state to flip in “Blue Splash”
The so-called Blue Wave that helped switch the majority party in the U.S. House of Representatives was more of a Blue Splash in West Virginia — which saw its House […]
W.Va. native pens novel telling story of growing up in Italian family, Vietnam war
Decades after coming home from Vietnam, a West Virginia native and WVU graduate used his experiences from childhood and service overseas to write a novel. “I never expected this to be […]
Land trust gets $400K grant from Gov. Justice to purchase, restore 900 acres in Tucker County
West Virginia Land Trust recently received a $400,000 grant from Gov. Jim Justice’s office. The statewide conservation organization, with offices in Morgantown, is the recipient of a state grant for […]
Considering a run for city council? Filing begins Jan. 7
MORGANTOWN — Morgantown residents interested in running for Morgantown City Council can obtain a Candidate’s Packet beginning Jan. 2. Candidates must be 18 years of age by the election date, must […]
Library will eliminate overdue fees in 2019; goal is to increase access, use
MORGANTOWN — The Morgantown Public Library System is pleased to announce that beginning in 2019 it will no longer charge overdue fines for items returned after the due date. The […]
Smokin’ Jack’s to open second location at University Town Centre
MORGANTOWN — University Town Centre in Granville is gaining another restaurant and entertainment venue. Smokin’ Jack’s will open its second Monongalia County location. The company signed a deal with Wal-Mart […]
Challengers outspend incumbents in House of Delegates races
MORGANTOWN — Challengers in a couple local House of Delegates races outspent their incumbent opponents but failed to dislodge them. Challengers in a couple others spent less but still got fewer […]
Eat’n Park Restaurants’ Caring for Kids Campaign raises money for children’s hospital
MORGANTOWN — WVU Medicine Children’s hospital will receive $7,706 raised during Eat’n Park Restaurants’ Caring for Kids Campaign. The 40th annual campaign raises funds for children’s hospitals throughout western Pennsylvania, Ohio […]
