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Published on 04:18 GMT

West Virginia State Police investigating fatal Ritchie County shooting

(Police Reports - Photo Illustration/MetroCreative) PENNSBORO — West Virginia State Police are investigating a possible shooting that occurred late last week that left one person dead and another injured. According to a State Police press release, on …

Source: Parkersburg News & Sentinel - West Virginia - Pending
Published on 07:22 GMT

Ohio County School Board Member Blasts West Virginia Legislature for Approach to Education

photo by: Joselyn King Ohio County Board of Education member Andy Garber addresses those attending Monday night’s board of education meeting. WHEELING — Ohio County Board of Education member Andy Garber suggests the West Virginia Legislature took no …

Source: The Intelligencer - West Virginia - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for portions of West Virginia and Ohio

WEST VIRGINIA, OHIO (WCHS) — UPDATED 6:05 p.m., 4/14/25 A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for portions of Ohio and West Virginia. The warning includes Gallia and Lawrence counties in Ohio along with Jackson, Kanawha, Mason, Putnam and …

Source: WCHS - West Virginia - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

'A great first session together': West Virginia lawmakers look back on legislative work

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — West Virginia lawmakers wrapped up the legislative session as Saturday turned into Sunday. “I think we had a great first session together, the Senate body and the governor,” said Sen. Brian Helton (R-Fayette). “We’re behind him all …

Source: WOWK - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on 04:18 GMT

Woodrow's Dillon named West Virginia Boys Soccer Player of the Year

He wasn’t the state’s most prolific goal scorer, but it is hard to argue that any one player was more key to his team’s success than Woodrow Wilson’s Coby Dillon. It was Dillon’s steeled determination and talent that paved the path through the postseason …

Source: The Register-Herald - West Virginia - Pending
Published on 07:03 GMT

Parts of West Virginia Pelted by Quarter-Sized Hail

Source: The Geelong Advertiser - Center-right
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Rebuilt pitching staff guides West Virginia to best record in nation

West Virginia has the best overall and road records in Division I baseball, and the Big 12-leading Mountaineers are doing it with a first-year coach and a No. 1 pitcher who spent his first four seasons at a Division II school in Illinois. The Mountaineers …

Source: El Dorado News-Times - Arkansas - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

West Virginia Passes Law to Attract Data Centers, Advance Energy Infrastructure

April 14, 2025 — The West Virginia Senate on Friday advanced legislation aimed at boosting the state’s role in data center development and energy innovation, approving House Bill 2014 in a 32-1 vote. It now heads to the governor’s desk. Backed by Gov. …

Source: Broadband Breakfast - Neutral
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Martinsburg caregiver named West Virginia’s Direct Support Professional of the Year

Shirley Ross, a dedicated caregiver in Martinsburg, was named West Virginia’s Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year by the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR). Ross was chosen for this prestigious award because of her …

Source: The Journal - West Virginia - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Kenneth McGlothen, a 3rd Generation D1 Swimmer, Verbals to West Virginia for 2026

Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor …

Source: SwimSwam - Texas - Neutral