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Poll: Economy is most important national factor

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State residents have a gloomy view of the national picture — including the economy — according to the most recent MetroNews West Virginia Poll.   The poll asked participants for their view of the most important problem facing the United States today.   Most, 30%, said the economy, employment and jobs.   That compared to 15% who said immigration and security on U.S. borders, 11% who said political extremism and threats to democracy and 6% who said crime and corruption with a range of additional issues coming in at lower ...

Taste of Morgantown 2024 blends great food with love of community

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Taste of Morgantown returns for the 14th year, but this time it’s heading to  Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center at Mylan Park.  The event is set for  Sunday and vendors  will include Monarca Taqueria, Rising Creek, Tutto Gelato, Mama K’s Kitchen, Bourbon Prime, The Wine Bar at Vinter Valley, Ruchi Priya Indian Kitchen and The Cupcakerie Cafe & Frose.   At least nine others will also be in the lineup.  The American Red Cross and related local services receive proceeds from the event. The Home Fire Campaign of the Red Cross benefits ...

A Friday night in Mountaineer Country

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Get ready for an arts-filled weekend in Mountaineer Country! From Friday-Sunday the region is brimming with a variety of events and opportunities to immerse yourself in the arts. Don’t miss out on the local art scene — plan your weekend now and get ready for an unforgettable experience.  West Virginia Black Heritage Festival   The West Virginia Black Heritage Festival will take place in downtown Clarksburg. The festival will feature over 50 vendors and various entertainment options to celebrate and honor Black history. It will begin on Friday and continue through  ...

Ox roast was a great success in Rowlesburg

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ROWLESBURG — Live music, bounce houses for children and  a vendor village where local crafts and artisan items were sold were all part of Saturday’s festivities in Rowlesburg.  People were lined up buying tickets for roast beef sandwiches, fries, hot dogs, hamburgers and more.   One of the vendors set up at the event was local Tunnelton author Thomas Williams. He has been writing for 25 years and is the author of six novels: “Into the Mountains,” “Greenbriar: Valley of Hope,” “Backbone Mountain,” “Black Water,” “Bones in the Woods” and ...