By Hoppy Kercheval MORGANTOWN — Four years ago, Nolan Burch, a West Virginia University freshman from New York, died from alcohol poisoning during a fraternity hazing. His blood alcohol content […]
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Remembering Fairmont State coach Joe Retton
MORGANTOWN, W.Va — The city of Fairmont and the Fairmont State University community are mourning the loss of one of the most successful coaches in college basketball history. Joe Retton […]
Senator Joe Manchin explains why he voted to confirm Brett Kavanaugh
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin defended his vote in support of the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh during an appearance on statewide radio Wednesday. “I read […]
West Virginia Women’s Extravaganza offers a chance to get pampered
MORGANTOWN — Vendors from around the tri-state area will be in Morgantown on Sunday to show women how to pamper themselves. The 2018 West Virginia Women’s Extravaganza is the largest […]
More than $75,000 in crystal meth seized by drug task force
MORGANTOWN — Guns, drugs and cash were seized in a raid on a room at the Euro Suites Hotel on Chestnut Ridge Road by the Mon Metro Drug Task Force […]
Tunnelton man charged with high-speed pursuit, selling drugs
KINGWOOD — A Tunnelton man has been charged with possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and fleeing with reckless indifference. James Lowell Baylor, 39, was in the […]
In closing arguments, prosecutors say Loughry lied and defense says he has been mischaracterized
CHARLESTON — Each side in the federal trial of West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry has presented closing arguments, with prosecutors saying Loughry is corrupt and the justice’s defense […]
University quarterback Logan Holgorsen ‘expected’ to play Friday against Buckhannon-Upshur
MORGANTOWN — University High quarterback Logan Holgorsen should play Friday against Buckhannon-Upshur, though a final decision will be accessed by team trainers Thursday. “He has the heart of a lion,” […]
Kingwood resident threatens ethics complaint over road conditions
KINGWOOD — A Kingwood resident says he will file a complaint with the West Virginia Ethics Commission because city council refuses to maintain streets in his neighborhood. Council says Kingwood […]
Commission cleans up levy disbursement procedures
MORGANTOWN — The Monongalia County Commission made changes to how funds from the transit and library levies are distributed during a brief regular Wednesday meeting. County Administrator Rennetta McClure explained […]













