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THIS WEEK IN WV HISTORY: Nov. 8–14

Charleston WV – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org. Nov. 8, 1936: It’s Wheeling Steel, a half-hour musical variety radio program, debuted over WWVA in Wheeling. The program was an instant success with local audiences and later became a nationwide sensation.

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WTAP

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Baby boy follows dad’s beat with early love of drumming

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - At just 13 months old, Kaysen Gray Calhoun is already following in his dad’s footsteps — one drumbeat at a time. Kaysen, the son of Tanner Calhoun and Mandie Johnson, became interested in drumming after watching his father play. Now, with a pair of drumsticks and headphones, he’s trying his hand at the full-size kit.

Parkersburg, WV · 2d
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Metro News

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After Tuesday loss, Historic Preservation Levy to return to the 2028 ballot in Harrison County

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — The Harrison County Historical Preservation Levy failed to get the approval of voters by less than three percent. At the end of the evening on Tuesday 57.89 percent of the voters were for the measure and 42.11 percent were against. Sixty percent was needed for passage.

Harrison County, WV · 3d
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ledenews.com

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‘Christmas in the Grove’ Returns for a Magical Evening of Community, Christmas Cheer, and Holiday Traditions!

WHEELING, WV – The magic of Christmas is returning to Elm Grove! The Elm Grove Business Association (EGBA) is excited to announce its annual Christmas in the Grove celebration, taking place on Saturday, November 28, 2026. This festive community tradition brings together families, local businesses, and neighbors for a day filled with holiday spirit, community pride, and Christmas memories.

Wheeling, WV · 1d
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myfamilytravels.com

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This Completely Free West Virginia History Museum Sits On The State Capitol Grounds Alongside War Memorials

More than 6,000 artifacts sit behind these doors, and nobody asks you for a single dollar to see them. That alone made me look twice. The route starts with coal forests from millions of years ago. Then it marches you forward through time, with the years marked right on the floor beneath your feet.

West Virginia · 2d

WSAZ

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West Virginia Film Office

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Spooky season is officially over, which means it’s time to set our sights on Thanksgiving and Christmas. And David Lavender with the West Virginia Film Office is here to tell us about what they have in store for the holidays.

West Virginia · 1d

voiceofmotown.com

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Shivers’ albatross helps WVU close fall with runner-up finish in Hawaii

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. Michael Shivers delivered his best finish as a Mountaineer, and West Virginia closed its fall golf season with a runner-up team result Thursday in Hawaii. The freshman finished third individually at the Pearl at Kalauao Invitational, helping WVU move up from its opening-round position. According to WVU’s...

Morgantown, WV · 2d

blackbygod.org

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Prize-winning poet to give reading, lead workshop

Joy Priest will serve as the 2026 Virginia Butts Sturm Writer-in-Residence, featuring a public reading at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, in Colson Hall, Room 130. She will also lead a workshop for graduate students in creative writing through Thursday, Nov. 12. The 2020 recipient of the Donald Hall Prize...

West Virginia · 1d

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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's Beloved Nutcracker Takes Its Final Bow This December

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre is closing the book on one of the city's most cherished holiday traditions this December, staging the final run of its current version of “The Nutcracker” before retiring it for good. The company has scheduled 24 performances between Dec. 4 and Dec. 27 at the Benedum Center, bringing down the curtain on a production that has defined the season for Pittsburgh audiences for years.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

gulfcoastnewsnow.com

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You've been 'Thunderstruck': High school senior's band performance goes viral

PITTSBURGH — A high school senior gained viral fame after a video of her playing "Thunderstruck" by AC/DC on mallet percussion in her marching band last year was reposted on social media last week, amassing millions of views. "He sent me the link, and it had, like, already 6...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Century-old barn takes trip for historic preservation purposes

It took practically all day for a century-old barn to travel less than half a mile in Washington County.

Washington County, PA · 2d

transportationhistory.org

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1926: A Well-Attended Dedication Ceremony is Held for the Armstrong Tunnel in Pittsburgh

In Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County, hundreds of people showed up for the official dedication of a still-incomplete vehicular tunnel in Pittsburgh. This tunnel serves as a link between Second Avenue at the South Tenth Street Bridge and – via a section underneath Duquesne University and the Steel City neighborhood known as the Bluff – the portion of Forbes Avenue that is flanked by Boyd Street and Chatham Square.

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

morgantownmag.com

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Morgantown Theatre Co. Puts Kids in the Limelight

So many students get their turn on stage with Morgantown Theatre Co. One opportunity to act on the stage can change the course of a child’s life. Morgantown Theatre Company offers that, and so much more. Under the artistic direction of Heath Kale for the past near-decade, the organization has grown from two productions a year to six and now creates that opportunity in grand style for hundreds of children each year.

Morgantown, WV · 4d

madeinpgh.com

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Local Shows In Pittsburgh To Check Out This November

With Thanksgiving around the corner, here’s one thing to be thankful for—local shows! From the 4th annual Beasts of the Burgh at Crafthouse to The Clarks playing back to back nights at Jergels, here’s a list of local shows to check out in November!. Like Roses/Heading North/Ausinette.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

WTRF- 7News

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Holiday Gift Market planned in Weirton this Saturday

WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Top of WV Arts Council will host a Holiday Gift Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7. The event will take place at the Summit Art Gallery inside the Discover Northern West Virginia Visitors Center, formerly the Top of WV Convention and Visitors Bureau. The center is […]

Weirton, WV · 4d

NewsNation

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‘Thunderstruck’: Pittsburgh high’s school band member’s ‘AC/DC’ performance goes viral

Clark can be seen leading the band’s rendition of the song on the xylophone.

Jefferson Hills, PA · 5d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Pittsburgh Veterans Day parade will have new route

The Pittsburgh Veterans Day Parade — one of America’s longest-running Veterans Day parades — is less than one day away. Though Veterans Day actually falls on Wednesday this year, the parade is set to take place starting at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, according to Visit Pittsburgh. The...

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

CBS News

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Donnie Iris remembered by friends and fans at public memorial

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

hoodline.com

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West Jefferson Hills Senior Shreds Xylophone Thunderstruck, Hits 3.1 Million Views

A xylophone performance by a Pennsylvania high school senior has drawn millions of views online. Layla Clark, a mallet percussionist with the Thomas Jefferson High School marching band in West Jefferson Hills, performed AC/DC's “Thunderstruck.”. A Threads user responded to Clark's performance by writing, “we need to do the...

Jefferson Hills, PA · 6d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Celebration honoring life and legacy of Donnie Iris to be held at Pittsburgh music venue

A celebration honoring the life and legacy of Pittsburgh musician Donnie Iris will take place Monday, Nov. 9, at Citizens Live at The Wylie in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh, PA · 5d