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Heavily Hyped Country Music Star from West Virginia to Return to Mountain State with November 7 Concert

Morgantown native Charles Welsey Godwin will be performing on his home soil as he brings the Christian Name Tour to Charleston this week. Godwin will be performing at the Charleston Coliseum Friday at 7 p.m. Godwin has steadily become one of the most respected voices in country and Americana music...

Charleston, WV · 4d
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New West Virginia cryptid license plate brings late artist’s work back into the spotlight

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — A new West Virginia specialty license plate celebrating the state’s fascination with cryptids is bringing the artwork of the late Jesse Corlis into the spotlight. Corlis, who also designed the state’s bumblebee and box turtle specialty plates, passed away suddenly in 2023. “He was very kind. He was very humble,” said […]

West Virginia · 1d

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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.

West Virginia · 7h
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Harrison County historic preservation levy falls short, supporters plan to try again

CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - A proposed levy to support historic preservation organizations in Harrison County fell short of the 60% approval needed to pass, but supporters say they plan to bring it back to voters. The Historic Preservation Alliance said the measure received 9,961 votes in favor, or 57.89%, according...

Harrison County, WV · 1d
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From North-Central West Virginia to the World: Air Force Colonel Brings West Virginia’s Forgotten History to Life in Historical Crime Novel

SHINNSTON, W.Va. — For Scott Douglas Haning, the road to becoming a published novelist began long before he ever put pen to paper. It began in Shinnston, West Virginia, surrounded by the people, traditions, and stories of north-central Appalachia. A graduate of Lincoln High School and West Virginia University,...

Shinnston, WV · 2d

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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library turns 20 in West Virginia with upcoming fundraising telethon

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of West Virginia is celebrating 20 years of early literacy outreach as it prepares for an upcoming telethon aimed at closing funding gaps and reaching thousands more children across the Mountain State. The global program mails free, age-appropriate books each month...

West Virginia · 2d

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WVU golf stands fourth after opening round as darkness halts play in Hawaii

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. West Virginia golf has unfinished business in Hawaii after darkness halted the second round of the Pearl at Kalauao Invitational on Wednesday, November 4. The Mountaineers were fourth in the 17-team field after the opening round, giving them a position to build on when competition resumes. Freshman...

Morgantown, WV · 1d

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Donnie Iris remembered by friends and fans at public memorial

Pittsburgh, PA · 18h

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 · 3d

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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 · 3d

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 · 3d

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 · 17h

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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 · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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‘The Pitt’ to film at historic Pittsburgh restaurant

A historic restaurant on Pittsburgh’s North Side will close Thursday as the restaurant will be used to film a scene for ‘The Pitt."

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d

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Professor Camilo Jauregui: A New Professor Has Entered the Chat

WEST LIBERTY, W. Va. — The Department of Music is proud to welcome its newest faculty member, Professor Camilo Jauregui, who joins the program as Professor of Percussion and Director of Bands. Bringing a wealth of performance experience, educational expertise, and a passion for inspiring the next generation of musicians.

West Liberty, WV · 3d

WTRF- 7News

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Bridgeport High earns first OVAC golf championship

BRIDGEPORT, OH (WTRF) – Carson Sauvageot has made history at Bridgeport High School, bringing home the district’s first Ohio Valley Athletic Conference championship for golf, following the tournament Sept. 17 at Oglebay Park’s Crispin Golf Course. Now a junior, Sauvageot looks forward to another year playing for the Bulldogs and helping build the golf team. […]

Bridgeport, OH · 3d

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Fiery escape: Pittsburgh magician pulls off Houdini stunt

Pittsburgh area magician Lee Terbosic managed to free himself from a straight jacket Friday night while dangling 100 feet above Arts Landing. Oh, and the rope that was holding him was burning through while Terbosic did it. The event, held in conjunction with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, was performed in...

Pittsburgh, PA · 5d

WTRF- 7News

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John Marshall High School to present ‘The Odd Couple’

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – John Marshall High School’s Monarch Company presents Neil Simon’s classic comedy, “The Odd Couple (Female Version),” on Saturday, Nov. 7 and Sunday, Nov. 8, at the John Marshall High School Center for Performing Arts. Set in New York City during the 1980s, the comedy follows two different women who find […]

Marshall County, WV · 4d

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Donnie Iris: A Pittsburgh Rock Legend Remembered

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa.--Western Pennsylvania has lost one of its most recognizable musical voices. Donnie Iris, the Pittsburgh-area rock musician known for hits such as “Ah! Leah!,” “Love is Like a Rock and “The Rapper,” died Oct. 26 at the age of 83. Born Dominic Ierace, Iris spent decades building a musical legacy that reached far beyond Western Pennsylvania while remaining deeply connected to the communities where his career began.

Pittsburgh, PA · 6d