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West Virginia set to open camp with no clear answer at quarterback
Welcome to The Shotgun/Throwdown, your daily West Virginia sports roundup (that we didn’t already talk about in another article) with some sophomoric humor and daily distractions thrown in for good measure. And if there’s something we missed, be...

Court blocks West Virginia taxpayer funding to out-of-state Catholic college
Court blocks West Virginia taxpayer funding to out-of-state Catholic college (RNS) — The American Humanist Association, which has a chapter in West Virginia, sued its water authority for awarding a $5 million grant to an Ohio Catholic college....
West Virginia Rent Increase Laws 2025: What Tenants Should Know
As rental markets continue to evolve, it’s important for tenants to understand their rights, especially when it comes to rent increases. In West Virginia, rent prices can change, but there are specific rules landlords must follow to make sure...

Grow West Virginia: Morrisey announces new economic initiative
(Photo Illustration - MetroCreativeConnection - Money Matters) CHARLESTON — Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Thursday he wants to continue economic growth in West Virginia, and announced a new initiative he believes will keep the Mountain State on an...

Morrisey Announces ‘Grow West Virginia’ Economic Initiative
Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Thursday he wants to continue economic growth in West Virginia, and announced a new initiative he believes will keep the Mountain State on an upward path. Morrisey unveiled the Grow West Virginia Project to an audience...

Kanagy continues journey with West Virginia Black Bears
Submitted photo Black Bears’ right-handed pitcher Daniel Kanagy allowed no runs in his team debut on Sunday against Williamsport. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Daniel Kanagy’s journey to minor league baseball has many story lines to pick from. Much like...

Betting Big on Rodriguez and Frost: Reviving West Virginia & UCF
West Virginia and UCF have turned to former legends Rich Rodriguez and Scott Frost, respectively, in hopes of revitalizing their football programs. Rodriguez, returning to West Virginia after nearly two decades, has a solid history, including...

RMHC of Southern West Virginia receives JPMorganChase investment
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - JPMorganChase is investing $25,000 into Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Southern West Virginia, according to RMHC of Southern West Virginia. The investment will help meet the growing needs of families with...

Court Blocks $5 Million West Virginia Grant to Catholic Trade College Amid Lawsuit
The grant money would have supported job training and education programs based in West Virginia for students of The College of St. Joseph the Worker, which is based in Steubenville, Ohio, and teaches construction-related trades such as carpentry,...

W.Va. Gov. Morrisey announces ‘Grow West Virginia’ initiative
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said he is starting a new economic initiative called “Grow West Virginia,” aimed at creating jobs and expanding opportunities for West Virginians. Governor Morrisey said he hopes to...

West Virginia Department of Education declares a State of Emergency in Roane County Schools
ROANE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - On Wednesday, the West Virginia Department of Education unanimously declared a State of Emergency in Roane County Schools. The Board will also work with the Roane County Board of Education members and its...

Judge grants injunction blocking West Virginia funds going to Ohio-based Catholic trade school
(Photo Illustration - MetroCreativeConnection) CHARLESTON — A circuit court judge in Kanawha County sided with the American Civil Liberties Union on Wednesday, granting an injunction for West Virginia taxpayer funds going to an Ohio-based...

Rich Rodriguez’s smooth transition to West Virginia
West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez listens to a question during the Big 12 NCAA college football media day Wednesday in Frisco, Texas. (AP Photo) MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Rich Rodriguez admits his return to West Virginia to coach the Mountaineers...

West Virginia U. disputes claim it punished student for handing out pro-Israel book
Free speech group says it ‘remains concerned’ about investigation of student West Virginia University’s counsel is disputing allegations it punished a student for handing out a pro-Israel book. The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression...

CDC: West Virginia sees largest reduction in OD deaths in nation
PRINCETON, W.Va. — Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Wednesday that West Virginia has recorded the largest reduction in overdose deaths in the nation, according to newly released data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). West...

Hardesty back as West Virginia Board of Education president
Outgoing West Virginia Board of Education president Nancy White hands over her gavel following Wednesday’s monthly board meeting to Paul Hardesty, who will once again serve as state board president. (Photo courtesy of the West Virginia Department...

West Virginia State Police to hold sobriety checkpoint in Wyoming County on July 10
Oceana, WV (WOAY)- The West Virginia State Police will be setting up a Sobriety Checkpoint this Thursday, July 10, along Route 10 in the Oceana area of Wyoming County. The checkpoint will be active from 6 PM to midnight. Officials say the goal is...

Did Y’all Know There Are 2 Predominantly White HBCUs In West Virginia? Read That Again
Source: fotoguy22 / Getty Did y’all know there are at least two historically Black colleges in America (West Virginia to be specific) that are predominantly white? Now, you probably read the above sentence and said to yourself: “Nah, that can’t be...

Will Wren Baker Remain At West Virginia University?
West Virginia athletic director Wren Baker answers questions during a news conference, June 26, 2023, in Morgantown, W.Va. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten, File) MORGANTOWN – Brett Yormark runs the Big 12 in his role as commissioner, so you would hardly...
Applications Open For West Virginia Clothing Benefit
July 9th, 2025 by WCBC Radio The West Virginia Department of Human Services is now accepting school clothing allowance applications for children enrolled in West Virginia schools through July 31. Each eligible child will receive a $200 benefit...