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Graduates take the stage as WVU commencement weekend begins

MORGANTOWN — Thousands of graduates crossed the stage Friday as West Virginia University opened its May 2026 Commencement ceremonies inside the WVU Hope Coliseum, celebrating the achievements of students from the College of Law and several health sciences programs. Dr. Clay Marsh gives ...

Mon Schools: Education levy sails through; incumbent BOE members reelected

MORGANTOWN – Monongalia voters gave an A to their local school district Tuesday night, overwhelmingly renewing the excess levy for education – while also choosing to keep the three incumbents on the Board of Education who were up for reelection. With all 43 precincts reporting, the ...

Creative summers start here: Youth arts camps in Morgantown

With summer approaching, you may be asking, “How am I going to keep my kids entertained this summer?” In Greater Morgantown, the answer is simple. Get connected with the arts! From visual art and theater to dance, music and hands-on making, this summer offers a wide range of ...

Lack issues challenge to strengthen local journalism’s future

MORGANTOWN — Veteran media executive Andy Lack delivered a message of urgency and opportunity Wednesday at West Virginia University, urging students to embrace the responsibility of rebuilding local journalism. Speaking at the Media Innovation Center on the Evansdale Campus, Lack joined ...

Morgantown High School student fights drug crisis through nonprofit

BY FAITH ABDULLAHFor the Dominion Post West Virginia opioid deaths are currently facing a decline, according to recent reports. Such a decline could be a result of prevention efforts by numerous nonprofit organizations, including the Substance Safety Project. The Substance Safety ...