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11 men's college basketball teams that declined invites to the 2025 NIT

The 2025 men's NCAA tournament field was announced on Sunday night, and while 68 teams are celebrating a punched ticket to the big dance, not everyone was happy after the announcement. Quite a few teams on the bubble ultimately missed the tournament, with arguably the most surprising of which being West Virginia, Indiana and Boise State. The Mountaineers' perceived snub even led to the threat of a lawsuit from West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey against the NCAA , which he called the "National Corrupt Athletic Association." With an NCAA tournament berth not in the cards for these teams, they'll...

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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From 80 degrees to snow this week

A cold morning is expected on Tuesday, followed by a rapid warm-up, with showers and storms on Wednesday and Thursday, and a chance of snow in the high elevation regions on Thursday night.

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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Wood County welcomes new assistant prosecuting attorney

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Wood County has sworn in a new assistant prosecuting attorney. On Monday, the Office of the Wood county Prosecuting Attorney announced the new assistant attorney, Hannah Dennis. Dennis attended law school at the University of Toledo and completed her undergraduate degree at Glenville State University. She...

Wood County, WV · 2025-03-18

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West Virginia Governor wants a law to allow companies to develop independent energy grids using coal and gas

Governor Patrick Morrisey stood with natural resource industry and educational leaders to ask the West Virginia Legislature to pass the Power Generation and Consumption Act to expand data center development in the state.

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Multiple workers on leave after inmate at Mt. Olive Correctional dies

FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WV DCR) has confirmed the death of an inmate at Mount Olive Correctional Center. As a result, multiple employees have been placed on leave, and WV DCR is pursuing charges against another inmate. “The WV DCR remains committed to ensuring the safety, […]

Fayette County, WV · 2025-03-17

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Delegates drop religious, philosophical exemptions from vaccine bill; boost medical exemptions

The House Health Committee changed a hot-button bill on school vaccination requirements to focus on exemptions for medical reasons. “So, if I reading the amendment correctly, for clarification, it removes philosophical and religious exemptions. Am I correct?” asked Delegate Chris Anders, R-Berkeley. Yes, he was correct. A majority of...

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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House Votes Down Amendment To Make Helmets Optional For Motorcyclists

Members of the West Virginia House of Delegates have upheld the state’s requirement that motorcyclists wear helmets while operating their vehicles. Current state law requires motorcyclists to wear a helmet and maintain “a seated position facing forward” in their vehicles. But House Bill 2752 would permit motorcyclists to stand up “with both feet on the vehicle’s footpegs or pedals” while maneuvering through West Virginia roadways.

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Committee Chair Doubles Down on DeVries Injury, Gets Grilled in Interview with Chris Russo

Bubba Cunningham still hasn't listed one true reason why West Virginia was undeserving of a tournament bid.

Morgantown, WV · 2025-03-18

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Two "irreplaceable" historic buildings in West Virginia are threatened

ELKINS, W.Va. — Two "irreplaceable" historic buildings in West Virginia are facing the possibility of demolition, which the state's preservation board is working to prevent. The towering middle school in Mannington and the courthouse annex in Roane County have been added to the West Virginia Endangered Properties List, a registry maintained by the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia.

Roane County, WV · 2025-03-17

The West Virginia Daily News

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Local Students Qualify for Archery in the Schools State Tournament

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that students from 64 schools qualified to participate in this year’s Archery in the Schools State Tournament, which is scheduled to take place at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center on Saturday, March 29. “Archery in the Schools is a fantastic […] The post Local Students Qualify for Archery in the Schools State Tournament appeared first on West Virginia Daily News .

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Ohio Grandma Killed by Drugged Pitbulls High on Cocaine: ‘Such a Brutal Death in Her Own Yard’

The family of an Ohio grandma who was killed by drugged pitbulls in October is seeking justice. JoAnn Echelbarger, 73, had her life tragically taken from her while she was gardening at her Ashville home last fall. The incident occurred when Echelbarger was working in her yard, and her neighbor’s two pit bulls, Echo and Apollo, brutally attacked the beloved mother and grandmother. Jo Ann’s husband was unable to help her due to being wheelchair-bound and suffering from dementia. It was later found that the dogs had cocaine in their system at the time of the attack.

Ashville, OH · 2025-03-17

West Virginia Watch

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WV Republicans, who won nearly every election in 2024, focused on ‘election integrity’ this session

In the wake of West Virginia Republicans winning nearly every election in November, the GOP supermajority has spent a bulk of the 2025 legislative session on bills they say will increase election integrity. Democratic lawmakers argue that conspiracy theories are guiding the onslaught of election bills this session. There have been 93 elections- or voting-focused […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Patrick doesn't have 'any sympathy' for WVU

Dan Patrick breaks down the NCAA Tournament field following North Carolina's surprising selection to the tournament over the likes of West Virginia.

Morgantown, WV · 2025-03-17

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Cell phones would be banned from classrooms under West Virginia legislation

The House Education Committee advanced a bill that would, under most circumstances, keep cell phones out of classrooms. HB 2003 would limit the use of personal electronic devices like cell phones in school classrooms during instructional time because of concerns about distractions and student well-being. The bill mandates county boards...

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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West Virginia House of Delegates considering bill to change Optometry practices

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A bill has passed in the West Virginia State Senate and is heading to the House of Representatives that would change the qualifications needed to perform eye surgeries. Senate Bill 565/House Bill 2975 makes changes to who can perform eye surgery, shifting the task from only...

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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Wood County Courthouse News: March 11 through March 17

The following Death Certificates were filed in Wood County between March 11 and March 17:. Robert William Gragg, Sr. Stephen Rex McDonald, Jr. The following Marriage Certificates were filed in Wood County between March 11 and March 17:. Filed March 11, 2025:. Marlena Marie Kittrell Hughart and Jason Evan White.

Parkersburg, WV · 2025-03-18

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Local woman finds Golden Tooth while walking her dog

The winner of the contest is Kelly Keller. She began looking for the tooth when the contest started on Feb. 13.

Parkersburg, WV · 2025-03-18

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Investigation Launched Into NCAA Tournament Selection Committee

Investigation has been launched into the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee on Monday.

Chapel Hill, NC · 2025-03-17