The West Virginia University Faculty Senate issued a vote of no confidence in President Gordon Gee on Wednesday. The vote passed, with 797 votes of no confidence and 100 votes […]
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Larew: Sheriff’s department repairs progressing
KINGWOOD — Progress is being made with repairs at the Preston County Sheriff’s Office, according to Joe Larew, county facility manager. During last week’s commission meeting, members of the Deputy […]
Glass Factory has new tenant
’Tis the season for something brewed. Whether your preferred beverage is coffee, tea or craft beer, Stone Tower Brews in Star City has got you covered. The company has expanded […]
WVU releases last set of final recommendations for programs under review
West Virginia University announced its final recommendations on Tuesday, following appeals hearing. The appeals were made based on initial recommendations made by the university as part of its Academic Transformation […]
W.Va. Poll: not much confidence in institutions
Mountaineers are always free — and West Virginians aren’t inclined to trust government or other institutions. The latest edition of the MetroNews West Virginia Poll asked about confidence in public […]
Morgantown litter law passes first reading, annual archery hunt begins Saturday
MORGANTOWN — Morgantown City Council on Tuesday provided first reading approval for code amendments targeting reoccurring trash and litter issues in the city’s downtown and beyond. The changes pertain mainly […]
Consumer groups say PSC task force report on coal-fired power plants falls short on its mission to save ratepayers money
MORGANTOWN – A coalition of consumer- and energy-advocacy groups has expressed disappointment with the report issued by a task force appointed by the Public Service Commission to investigate how increased […]
WVU faculty, alumni, protest Academic Transformation process with no-confidence vote, rally
MORGANTOWN – As WVU proceeds with its Academic Transformation, faculty and alumni are planning to make their opposition known. Faculty Senate has received a petition calling for a vote on […]
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MON SHERIFFS Feathers, Jordan Todd, 45, misdemeanor violation of protective order, stalking, Aug. 8, Deputy Watkins. Gomes, Dustin, 37, receiving or transferring stolen vehicle, Sept. 2, Deputy Harding. MORGANTOWN POLICE […]
European hornets can stay if they stay out of my way
Over the last few summers, I’ve seen huge wasps. They haven’t obliged in holding still long enough for me to measure them, but I’d estimate their length close to two […]
