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Work continues on the Flegal Dam and Reservoir project

Morgantown Utility Board crews continue working on the Flegal Dam and Reservoir project. This is the Don Knotts Boulevard phase of the project through White Park, where large pipes are being installed underground. The $50 million project, which MUB Director of Communications Chris Dale ...

Mountain Line driver tests positive for COVID-19

On Saturday, Monongalia County Health Department shared a Mountain Line announcement on its Facebook page, saying that a driver for the public transit outfit has tested positive for COVID-19. According to the announcement, which begins, “Attention Mountain Line Passengers,” those who ...

Postcast 16 – April 24, 2020

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Bird watching more than just a hobby

By Aldona Bird Rustling and chirping, of brilliant color or subtly camouflaged, feathered life fills our forests and backyards. Some birds are locals, and stick close year-round. Others are now returning to nest after wintering in warmer climates, while others still stop over on their ...

Prime nesting season means it’s time to put out houses

By Aldona Bird Scott Cavallaro, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Morgantown, said “it’s prime nesting season right now.” Put out boxes and houses to attract nesting blue birds, chickadees, tree swallows, Carolina wrens, owls, “even woodpeckers will come to a nesting box.” Each bird needs a different size box, so shop for a variety or a specific size for particular birds. To attract and feed seed birds, install bird feeders. Like houses, different feeders and mixes suit different birds. Finches have a specific feeder, with small holes and small feed for small ...