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WVU Wrestling Adds Six on National Signing Day

The WVU wrestling program signed six wrestlers as part of the class of 2027 on National Signing Day. Dominic Way (Parkersburg, W.Va. – Parkersburg High School) U23 Pan-Am Championships Greco-Roman silver medalist. 7-0 at Elite 8 Duals. 2026 Super 32 placer (6th placer) 2026 Grappler Fall Classic champion. Kavin...

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Lower Greenmont pedestrian bidge and greenscape continues to take shape

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Efforts to continue development of green space in the lower Greenmont neighborhood in Morgantown are starting to take shape. Morgantown Director of Engineering and Public Works Damien Davis confirmed that the pedestrian bridge located near the Essie’s Sweet Shoppe at the end of Pennsylvania Avenue is expected to be completed and open to the public within the next few weeks. The bridge that will be placed across Decker’s Creek to create another access into the downtown area will be the first of several projects that will take place over the next several months to develop the green space, including plans to address select parcels of property near the bridge.

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Hodge says Mercer exposed WVU’s physicality problem

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. West Virginia improved to 3-0 with a 75-61 win over Mercer on Thursday night, but coach Ross Hodge left Hope Coliseum focused on a warning that matters more than the final margin. The Bears, he said afterward, played with greater physicality for much of the game and forced the Mountaineers to win without consistently controlling the toughest possessions.

Morgantown, WV · 19h

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National scholar selected to lead the WVU College of Law

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A nationally recognized criminal law expert has bee selected to lead the West Virginia University (WVU) College of Law. Experienced legal scholar and administrator, Mary Graw Leary comes to Morgantown from Catholic University of America’s Columbus School of Law where she was a professor. She also held positions as senior associate dean for academic affairs and chair of the University’s Academic Senate.

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WVU lights Woodburn Hall as building marks 150 years

MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - West Virginia University students gathered at the center of campus Thursday for cookies, hot apple cider and the lighting of Woodburn Hall, which is celebrating 150 years. The community came together to light the historic building and ring in the holiday season. Tradition returns under Benson.

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Harrison County Native, Lincoln Alum Rusty Hutson is Named Most Loyal West Virginian by WVU

West Virginia University is recognizing its 2026 “Most Loyal” honorees for their service and leadership as part of the annual Mountaineer Week festivities Nov. 9-15. The awards are given each year to celebrate WVU community members whose Mountaineer spirit shines as they make a difference in the lives of others.

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WVU fraternity temporarily suspended due to ongoing investigation

According to a WVU Today article, Delta Sigma Phi has been suspended due to an "independent ongoing investigation that started with an anonymous hazing report to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities and the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life."

Morgantown, WV · 18h

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Progressive gifts veteran in West Virginia a new vehicle

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — A veteran living in West Virginia is getting a helping hand as she works toward her next chapter. Wintre Ward, an Ohio Army National Guard veteran, received the keys to a Chevy Malibu on Tuesday as part of the Progressive Keys to Progress program. Ward,...

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College Football Playoff expansion is best thing that could happen for West Virginia

The West Virginia Mountaineers are in a better position to compete for a national championship within a 24-team playoff world.

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South Middle School students learn dangers of vaping

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WBOY) — South Middle School in Morgantown hosted a dental professional Thursday morning, who shared the dangers of vaping with students. Students went through a presentation about the chemicals found in vapes and the effects they can have on their bodies. West Virginia University School of Dentistry professor Suann Gaydos spoke with 12 […]

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Rich Rodriguez Reveals WVU Football Player Retention News

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – With WVU fans constantly speculating about which players will be back as Mountaineers in 2027, Rich Rodriguez dropped some news during his weekly press conference on Tuesday. While he’s not ready to release any names or go into detail, he said the program has already agreed...

Morgantown, WV · 3d

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South Carolina’s overtime comeback sends Gamecocks to WVU for Sun Belt final

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. West Virginia now knows the opponent standing between the Mountaineers and the Sun Belt tournament championship. South Carolina completed a stunning comeback at Marshall on Wednesday night, winning 4-3 in overtime to earn a trip to Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium for Sunday’s final. The Gamecocks trailed...

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WVU women sign three-player 2027 recruiting class

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. West Virginia women’s basketball has signed a three-player 2027 recruiting class, adding two guards and a frontcourt prospect to Mark Kellogg’s future roster. Guards Chance Berry and Kayli Kellogg and forward Zya Small are set to join the Mountaineers for the 2027-28 season. BlueGoldNews reported...

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West Virginia Rural Health Association recognizes healthcare professionals, city officials as part of annual conference

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Mountain State healthcare professionals were recognized by the West Virginia Rural Health Association for their efforts to help patients in rural communities. Educators and students that have both graduated and are attending classes at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine were recognized along with professionals...

West Virginia · 1d

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QBs Marshall, Hawkins Jr. Spark Kansas at WVU

Big 12 fans will be treated to one of the better dual-threat quarterback battles when the West Virginia Mountaineers host the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday. Kansas (3-6, 1-5) is led by QB Isaiah Marshall, while Michael Hawkins Jr. is QB1 for WVU (5-4, 2-4). Marshall thrives in Kansas associate head...

Lawrence, KS · 1d

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JUCO edge Jekai Lee puts WVU in final four

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia. West Virginia has made the final four for junior-college defensive lineman Jekai Lee, a large-framed pass rusher who says his commitment is coming soon. Lee announced Thursday that WVU, Auburn, Kansas State and Mississippi State are the four programs left in his recruitment. The announcement gives the...

Morgantown, WV · 18h

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Bowl Projections Pair WVU Football With Fellow Historic Program

Even after a loss, WVU football remains included in the latest bowl game projections. Coming off a 53-48 shootout loss at Texas Tech, major outlets still expect West Virginia win at least one of their remaining three games to clinch bowl eligibility. Needing just one more with Big 12 bottom...

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Jayhawks come to Morgantown a better team than their record indicates

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — One win away from bowl eligibility, West Virginia football returns to Milan Puskar Stadium for the first time in four weeks to host the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday evening. Despite the Jayhawks coming in with a 3-6 record (1-5 Big 12), WVU head coach Rich Rodriguez said he’s not taking them lightly. […]

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West Virginia Loses Explosive 2027 Recruit Jacobi Pasley

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia — West Virginia has suffered a significant setback on the recruiting trail as 2027 wide receiver Jacobi Pasley has flipped his commitment from the Mountaineers to Vanderbilt, according to a Thursday report from 247Sports’ Tim Wilcox. Pasley, an explosive playmaker from Bradwell Institute in Hinesville,...

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Setting the scene for the first round of the Class AA playoffs

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Greg Carey and Joe Brocato put a wrap on the Class AA Week 11 results and they take a look at the top contests in the first round of the playoffs.