Harrison County, WV

Fairmont, WV

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — Marion County officials believe that economic development in the county is on an upswing. And thanks to renewed interest in downtown Fairmont and other areas of the county, there’s a strong belief the county can soon become an economic powerhouse of the region.

Marion County development on the rise thanks to interest in downtown Fairmont, Palatine Park

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Bridgeport, WV

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Just off Interstate 79’s Exit 124, you’ll find one of the areas most prominent business parks in Bridgeport’s White Oaks. Perhaps White Oak’s biggest strength is its ability to draw in businesses to the development, according to Bridgeport officials.

White Oaks Development in Bridgeport, West Virginia: One of state's most prominent business parks

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WV News) — North Central West Virginia Airport first opened its doors as the Tri-County Airport in 1935. As the airport approaches its 90th birthday, officials are preparing for the start of the biggest project in its history — the construction of a brand new, multimillion-dollar terminal building.

North Central West Virginia Airport set for start of terminal project this year

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WV News) — A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Thursday morning at the new Bridgeport location of First Greene Mortgage, located at 3000 Jerry Dove Drive, suite 300. The office will be open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. on Fridays. First Greene...

First Greene Mortgage holds ribbon cutting at new Bridgeport location

White Hall, WV

WHITE HALL, W.Va. (WV News) — After several years of development, the Middletown Commons in White Hall is more than halfway filled with tenants, and officials believe that number will be closer to 80% by the end of the year. After General Acquisitions LLC announced the purchase of the...

Middletown Commons set to be nearly 80% filled by end of summer

Philippi, WV

PHILIPPI, W.Va. (WV News) — Continuing its practice of welcoming new businesses to Philippi’s business community with a framed Philippi Covered Bridge print, the Philippi Convention and Visitors Bureau recently visited Beauty in the Blade to make a presentation of the print to the shop’s owner, Adriana Pancake Knight.

Beauty in the Blade welcomed to Philippi, West Virginia Business Community

Grafton, WV

GRAFTON, W.Va. (WV News) — Yard sales provide the perfect opportunity for guests to find previously loved treasures among tables and racks of items, often putting money in the pockets of the seller. The money raised at an upcoming sale will be used for the upkeep and maintenance of a local landmark.

Grafton, West Virginia museum to boast yard sale, tours and more during busy season

Buckhannon, WV

BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WV News) — The Buckhannon Community Theatre, which was recognized by the Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce at the Annual Dinner as the 2022 Organization of the Year, is preparing to return to the stage for a full season. “It was really exciting to be recognized for all...

Buckhannon-Upshur 2022 Organization of the Year takes the Stage, preparing for first full season since pandemic

Smithfield, WV

MANNINGTON, W.Va. (WV News) — Forrest Junior Stout, age 92, of Smithfield, West Virginia, an…

Forrest Junior Stout

West Union, WV

WEST UNION, W.Va. (WV News) — Another rainy day, two more wins for Doddridge County. The Bulldog boys and girls track teams cruised to victory in the Doddridge Hosts Harrison meet at Cline Stansberry Stadium on Friday evening, a week after doing the same in their season-opening meet on another damp night.

Doddridge County Bulldogs win Doddridge Hosts Harrison meet comfortably

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WV News) — Mary Alice Lowther, 88, of Brushy Fork, Bridgeport, was ready to be with the Lord and passed away Tuesday evening, March 28, 2023, at her daughter’s residence. She was born in Middleville Community, Taylor County, on September 12, 1934, a daughter of the...

Mary Alice Lowther

Man, WV

Tunnelton, WV

TUNNELTON — A Tunnelton man was charged with possessing or manufacturing an explosive device after allegedly putting a homemade device at a home on Kanetown Road. Bond was set at $100,000 for Roy David Powell, 46. He was in the Tygart Valley Regional Jail on Thursday. Powell also has charges pending in Harrison County and Ritchie County, according to the jail website.

Tunnelton man charged with making explosive device

Weston, WV

WESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — The weather cleared and a crowd gathered for the opening of the Mountaineer Military Museum in Weston on Saturday. The museum is marking its 20th anniversary this year.

Mountaineer Military Museum opens marking 20th anniversary

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WV News) — Mary Talerico, age 98, of Bridgeport, WV, passed away Thursday…

Mary Talerico

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — During a year of transition, Fairmont State University has managed to keep new student enrollment numbers trending up as leaders prepare to hire a new president. Fairmont State’s Spring 2022 semester was marked by the imminent departure of then-president Dr. Mirta Martin, who notified...

Fairmont State University: Remaining strong force in region, state during year of transition

Clarksburg, WV

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Stanley Andrew Eubank, 65, of Clarksburg, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 25, 1957, in Clarksburg, WV, son of Mary Ann Welks Eubank and the late Eugene Vernon Eubank.

Stanley Andrew Eubank

Morgantown, WV

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WV News) — Even by its own standards, last year was momentous for WVU Medicine with positive growth at a time when U.S. hospitals are reporting record low margins and the addition of facilities to serve children and rural populations in a continually expanding footprint. WVU Medicine...

WVU Medicine footprint continues to expand in terms of geography and services provided

Charleston, WV

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — A recommendation Adaline Cinalli received from her stepfather persuaded her to consider attending the University of Charleston. After attending an ID camp in February at UC, her mind was set on where she would spend the next four years.

Fairmont Senior's Adaline Cinalli signs with the University of Charleston

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Daniel Wayne “Danny” Talkington, 68, of Bridgeport, WV, passed…

Daniel Wayne 'Danny' Talkington

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WV News) — The campus of North Central West Virginia Airport is home to more than a dozen tenants that contribute to the region’s continually developing aerospace industry. Tenants include Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Regional Jets (MHIRJ), Aurora Flight Sciences, Lockheed Martin, Pratt & Whitney Engine Services,...

North Central West Virginia's aviation, aerospace industry continues growth

BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WV News) — ART26201, with assistance from West Virginia Wesleyan College, will host the 8th Annual Young Filmmakers Camp at Lascaux Micro-Theater in Buckhannon, West Virginia. The five-day workshop will guide students through writing, shooting, and editing a short film.

ART26201 to hold Young Filmmakers Camp

BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WV News) — The West Virginia Wesleyan Bobcats softball team torrid start to the 2023 season continued, improving to 21-8 overall over following doubleheader sweeps of Glenville, Concord and a series split against D&E. Last Saturday, WVWC swept Glenville state behind a strong defensive performance in which...

WVWC softball improve to 21-8 over following doubleheader sweeps of Glenville, Concord and split with D&E

Nutter Fort, WV

Roosevelt-Wilson Class of 1965 monthly breakfast, 9 a.m., FOP Restaurant, Nutter Fort. Alumni, family, friends. 304-745-5444.

Calendar of Events for Saturday

Universities are a boon to local economies. But West Virginia University goes above and beyond. “The university believes very strongly as a land-grant institution, that we have an absolute commitment to the quality of life and the economic future of the state,” WVU President E. Gordon Gee said.

Annual report: West Virginia University plays outsized role in NCWV economy

— The Thrasher Group Inc., for donating more than 40 Jared Boxes to WVU Medicine United Hospital Center. Jared Boxes are part of the Jared Box Project. Each box contains small gifts, toys, games, crayons, coloring books and fun activities in a bid to lift the spirits of hospitalized children.

Saturday Salutes

MORGANTOWN — The Women’s Giving Circle of North Central West Virginia (WGC), a component fund of Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia, Inc. (YCF), is hosting its annual Spring Bash 6-8:30 p.m. May 1, at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place. The event is open to...

Women’s Giving Circle to host Annual Spring Bash

GRAFTON, W.Va. (WV News) — The Taylor County Middle School Knights battled to a comeback 6-2 seven-inning victory against the East Fairmont Middle School Bees last Monday. Madison Blair collected the complete game win, only giving up two runs (one earned) on seven hits while retiring four batters and walking two in seven innings in the circle.

Blair tosses complete game win as TCMS Knights softball beat East Fairmont, 6-2

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Harrison County Commission approves Animal Control facility contract

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — The Harrison County Commission on Wednesday approved a proposal...

Harrison County Commission approves Animal Control facility contract

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