Preston County History Day has free tours of eight historical sites

July 19, 2024

KINGWOOD — Are you a history fan? Do you like visiting historical sites and museums?   If so, you might want to check out Preston County History Day this Sunday or the  third Sunday of the month  through September.   Deb Miller, Preston County History Day volunteer, said there are eight historical sites with free tours available to visit this year.   Old Hemlock,  near Brandonville, will be open  Sept. 15 only, with tours at 1  and 3 p.m. The 1782 stone/log home of renowned outdoors author George Bird Evans and his wife Kay ...

Twelfth Annual Golf FORE Life Tournament a success

July 19, 2024

Twenty-seven teams participated in West Virginians for Life’s 12th Annual Golf FORE Life Tournament  July 13  at the Preston Country Club in Kingwood.  Winners of the challenges were Dave Sanders (Closest to the Pin), Chris Alasky (Longest Putt) and Rocky Starkey (Longest Drive). For their skills, Sanders won a discounted round of golf for four at Stonewall Resort in Roanoke; Alasky won a round of golf for four at Alpine Lake Resort; and  Starkey won was a round of golf for four at the Preston Country Club.  The winner of the Putting Contest prior to the ...

Five air carriers seek contract as city looks to boost customers, revenue

July 19, 2024

MORGANTOWN — Five air carriers — Southern Airways Express, Boutique Airlines, Cape Air, Contour Airlines and SkyWest Airlines — are vying for Morgantown’s essential air service contract. Essential Air Service, or EAS, is a federal subsidy provided directly to carriers to offset the ...

WV Botanic Garden draws Italian inspiration for upcoming “Sunflower Serata” Garden Party

July 19, 2024

Sardinia, Italy, is one of the world's five Blue Zones recognized for the longevity and health of its population. Next month, the West Virginia Botanic Garden (WVBG) will pay homage to the island's culture and diet with this year's installation of its largest annual fundraiser: the 2024 ...

Lake Lynn Generation asks for FERC OK to lower Cheat Lake Level by 3 feet to raise O2 levels; FERC taking public comments

July 18, 2024

MORGANTOWN — The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has opened for public comment a request by Lake Lynn Generation to lower its seasonal minimal Cheat Lake reservoir level by three feet. Lake Lynn told FERC that its hydroelectric project tailrace and reservoir dissolved oxygen levels ...

Local indoor events to beat the summer heat

July 17, 2024

Summer is heating up here in Mountaineer Country which means some indoor events might be appreciated! With all the sun-soaked afternoons and many outdoor adventures we’re certain you’ve had, it’s time to relax with a little air conditioning. Get your tickets for Uncorked at Tuscan Ridge ...