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Mon County Commission expresses appreciation for passage of Mon EMS Excess Levy

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Local officials are offering positive reactions to the renewal of the EMS levy by county voters in the 2026 General Election. Members of the Mon County Commission offered appreciation to county voters for the passage of the levy, with over 67 percent of those that voted choosing to renew the levy. Commissioner Sean Sikora pointed out the benefits of the levy and the ability to provide an adequate emergency response for county residents as a result of the renewal during the end of their regular meeting on Wednesday.

Morgantown, WV · 4d

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Harrison County Scored In WVDE Approval Status and Accreditation Report

Harrison County was not dinged academically, but still has operational work to do, according to the recently released West Virginia Department of Education Approval Status and Accreditation Report. This report covers both operational and academic effectiveness of all 55 county school systems and also charter schools in West Virginia. According...

Harrison County, WV · 5d
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Regulatory Hearing For Proposed Transmission Line Ends Early

What was originally scheduled to be six days of testimony and cross examination before the West Virginia Public Service Commission (PSC) ended two days early on Thursday. Developer NextEra Energy applied Jan. 30 to construct a new 107.5-mile-long transmission line known as the MidAtlantic Resiliency Link from Pennsylvania through West Virginia to Virginia. Public comment sessions were held in all four of the affected counties of Monongalia, Preston, Mineral and Hampshire in June.

West Virginia · 6d
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MARSHALL COUNTY: Jim Kudlak set to join commission; DeWitt elected to House

Republican Jim Kudlak, of Moundsville, is the newest commissioner in Marshall County. Kudlak, a former Moundsville police chief, defeated Democrat Leigh Ann Scherich, who was aiming to be the county's first female commissioner. "I'm excited, I'm overwhelmed, and I'm humbled by the fact that the citizens of Marshall County have...

Marshall County, WV · 4d
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Bonnie’s Buses to Offer Mammograms in Salem, Jane Lew

Bonnie's Bus mobile mammography will visit Lewis, Mercer, Harrison, and Raleigh counties offering three-dimensional (3D) digital screening mammograms and breast care education to women. A service of WVU Medicine-WVU Hospitals and the WVU Cancer Institute, Bonnie’s Buses will be at:. Family Medical Clinic of Jane Lew from 8 a.m....

Lewis County, WV · 3d

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Marshall County Election results 2026

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Marshall County, WV · 5d

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Bruceton Ambulance Service suspends operations in Preston County

LaRue said the Bruceton agency has outstanding debt related to its insurance, including workers' compensation, general liability and auto insurance. He added that all three policies had, at one point, lapsed due to nonpayment.

Preston County, WV · 6d

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On Election Day, the devil is in the ballot details

WASHINGTON, Pennsylvania — On South Main Street stands the house where attorney David Bradford, a leader of the Whiskey Rebellion, lived from 1788 to 1794. In July 1794, some 400 armed men, most from Washington County, laid waste to a tax inspector’s house outside Pittsburgh. People here have distrusted distant power ever since. They have […]

Washington, PA · 5d

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West Virginia Radio Pitches Nine-Station Cluster To Rescue Struggling Stations.

Five West Virginia radio stations could be at risk of going silent unless the FCC allows one of the state's largest broadcasters to expand beyond federal ownership limits. West Virginia Radio Corp. is seeking permission to take over programming of five stations owned by financially struggling AJG Broadcasting, arguing the arrangement would preserve local radio service while giving listeners more programming choices and expanded local sports coverage.

West Virginia · 5d

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New splash pad planned for Clarksburg City Park

NUTTER FORT, W.Va. (WDTV/Connect-Bridgeport) - A new splash pad is planned for Clarksburg City Park, and the city is seeking contractors to take on the project. The approximately 4,500-square-foot splash pad would be located near the basketball courts, walking trail and Maple Shelter at the park in Nutter Fort. It would not replace the existing facility at Veterans Administration Park in Clarksburg.

Clarksburg, WV · 5d

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From Warren to Waynesburg: Pennsylvania at the polls

JEFFERSON — Voters came out today in Jefferson, Pa., in the hope that this election brings back simpler times. “I want the America we had 10, 15 years ago,” Sandy Rygle, 65, a retired resident of Jefferson Township, said. She and her husband, Chuck Rygle, take issue with...

Pennsylvania · 5d

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Harrison County residents can still receive disaster assistance

Several West Virginia communities faced severe storms and flooding over the summer. If you suffered damage to your home, property or even your body, assistance is still available.

Harrison County, WV · 4d

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Council Addresses Moving Forward With A Number Of Pending Improvements

Shinnston City Council met at the Woman’s Club on Monday, October 26 for a Special Meeting followed by a Work Session. City Manager Tori Drainer gave a thorough report of items she has been focusing on, which included the DEP grant for dilapidated properties. She stated that the cost for the City to tear down and haul away will be $7,306 (per building) and at least a $12,000 cost for a contractor (per building). The only cost estimates missing are those for asbestos testing and abatement.

Shinnston, WV · 5d

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Bridgeport to Remain in AAA in New WVSSAC Proposal

The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission has released its new classifications, pending approval, on Friday to member schools for sports with 4 classes. The proposal would take effect in the fall of 2027, so next season, and run through the spring of 2031, going back to the 4-year cycle the WVSSAC had used before changing to a 2-year cycle recently.

Bridgeport, WV · 5d

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Protesters in Barbour County gather to ‘Block Valley Link’

On Monday afternoon, some Barbour County residents gathered at the county courthouse to protest the upcoming Valley Link project.

Barbour County, WV · 6d

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Monongalia County: Both major parties optimistic heading into election day

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — More than 13,500 voters cast ballots during the 10-day early voting period in Monongalia County topping 2022 midterm numbers. Monongalia County Democratic Executive Committee Chairman Cal Carlson noted his party cast the most ballots during the early period with about 6,200 and said it’s a sign voters are seeking change.

Monongalia County, WV · 6d

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Harrison County board begins review that could close Salem, Lost Creek elementary schools

CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - The Harrison County Board of Education began a formal review process Monday night for a proposed school realignment plan that could close Salem Elementary and Lost Creek Elementary. A packed house attended the meeting. No schools have been closed. What the proposal would do. The proposal...

Harrison County, WV · 5d

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Dental offices host Halloween candy drive for overseas troops

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Wilson Martino Dental, The Smile Defenders and TLC Dental are collecting unopened Halloween candy this week to send to deployed West Virginia troops. From Nov. 2 to Nov. 6, trick-or-treaters can bring unopened candy to any Wilson Martino Dental, The Smile Defenders or TLC Dental location. Families will receive $1 for every pound donated.

Bridgeport, WV · 6d

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Two of 12 Democratic gains in House come from Monongalia County

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — New faces will be seen representing Monongalia County within the West Virginia House of Delegates. Tuesday’s results show a re-election victory for Delegate Joe Statler, R-Monongalia, but also the upsets of two incumbents, with Democrat nominees Michael Wendell and Eddie Wagoner defeating Geno Chiarelli and David McCormick for the District 78 and District 82 seats, respectively.

Monongalia County, WV · 4d

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West Virginia hemp business facing closure if new federal rules take effect

Over the past three and a half years, Moon Flower Hemp has become a staple of downtown Buckhannon, serving various cannabis products to adults from across West Virginia and beyond. However, decisions made on Capitol Hill are threatening to snuff them out for good.

Buckhannon, WV · 9d