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In West Virginia, the media cannot be played

The fourth wall is a concept usually reserved for film, theater, and fiction — a convention that imagines a wall between actors and their audience. Performers act as if we, the audience, are not there. They leave the viewer to become a kind of voyeur, observing the story. For...

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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2 victims reported in Williamstown shooting

UPDATE: 1:50 p.m. WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - According to Sheriff Woodyard the first call came in at 10:52 a.m. about a possible shooting on Maple Drive. The first officers arrived on the scene at 11:03. Upon arrival, officers found a deceased male gunshot victim by the back patio door area....

Williamstown, WV · 2025-03-18

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WV teacher pay raises would be contingent on area’s home values, according to Senate bill

Teacher pay raises would be determined by median home prices in their county, according to a bill being considered by the West Virginia Senate. Some educators in wealthier counties could see a massive pay bump, like in Jefferson County, where a teacher’s salary could double to more than $101,000. Only 25 counties would qualify for […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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One person arrested following West Virginia drug bust

JACKSON COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A drug investigation led to the arrest of an Ohio man over the weekend, resulting in the seizure of more than a pound of methamphetamine. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, 35-year-old William Joseph Lemon of Akron, OH, was taken into custody during a delivery to other suspected dealers […]

Jackson County, WV · 2025-03-19

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School Building Authority approve $150 million for new schools, major renovations across 18 counties

Gov. Justice, as Chairman of the West Virginia School Building Authority (SBA), announced a groundbreaking investment today as the SBA approved an award of $149,851,553.00 for 18 new needs-based projects. This latest funding builds upon a previous award of $111 million in December 2023, bringing the total awards for Fiscal...

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Sheetz Aims to Hire Over 70 Employees in West Virginia

WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Today Sheetz, a major Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, announced immediate plans to hire over 70 employees in West Virginia. Ranked second on the most recent Best Workplaces in Retail list by Fortune and Great Place To Work®, Sheetz will be hosting hiring events with on-the-spot interviews at each of its […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-19

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WVSP plan sobriety checkpoint in Parkersburg

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The West Virginia State Police Parkersburg Detachment will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in partnership with the Commission on Drunk Driving Prevention. The checkpoint will start at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 21 and end at midnight on Saturday, March 22. It will take place on...

Parkersburg, WV · 2025-03-19

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West Virginia governor threatens legal action over NCAA Tournament selection

West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Monday that the state will launch an investigation into the NCAA and the selection committee over how the teams were picked for the 2025 NCAA Tournament.

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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Public Service Commission investigating Waste Management of West Virginia

The Public Service Commission of West Virginia said they are opening an investigation into Waste Management after customers complained about them not picking up trash in the Cross Lanes area of Kanawha County.

Kanawha County, WV · 2025-03-17

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Man Arrested for Public Intoxication, Resists Officers

PARKERSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man was arrested in Wood County after being found intoxicated in the middle of a roadway and later resisting officers during his detention. On March 15, 2025, Patrolman M.D. McMullen encountered Alex Lamar Sollberger standing on the roadway at the 3300 block of Murdoch Avenue in Parkersburg. To ensure his […]

Parkersburg, WV · 2025-03-18

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11 men's college basketball teams that declined invites to the 2025 NIT

The 2025 men's NCAA tournament field was announced on Sunday night, and while 68 teams are celebrating a punched ticket to the big dance, not everyone was happy after the announcement. Quite a few teams on the bubble ultimately missed the tournament, with arguably the most surprising of which being West Virginia, Indiana and Boise State. The Mountaineers' perceived snub even led to the threat of a lawsuit from West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey against the NCAA , which he called the "National Corrupt Athletic Association." With an NCAA tournament berth not in the cards for these teams, they'll...

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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From 80 degrees to snow this week

A cold morning is expected on Tuesday, followed by a rapid warm-up, with showers and storms on Wednesday and Thursday, and a chance of snow in the high elevation regions on Thursday night.

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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Wood County welcomes new assistant prosecuting attorney

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Wood County has sworn in a new assistant prosecuting attorney. On Monday, the Office of the Wood county Prosecuting Attorney announced the new assistant attorney, Hannah Dennis. Dennis attended law school at the University of Toledo and completed her undergraduate degree at Glenville State University. She...

Wood County, WV · 2025-03-18

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West Virginia Governor wants a law to allow companies to develop independent energy grids using coal and gas

Governor Patrick Morrisey stood with natural resource industry and educational leaders to ask the West Virginia Legislature to pass the Power Generation and Consumption Act to expand data center development in the state.

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Multiple workers on leave after inmate at Mt. Olive Correctional dies

FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WV DCR) has confirmed the death of an inmate at Mount Olive Correctional Center. As a result, multiple employees have been placed on leave, and WV DCR is pursuing charges against another inmate. “The WV DCR remains committed to ensuring the safety, […]

Fayette County, WV · 2025-03-17

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Delegates drop religious, philosophical exemptions from vaccine bill; boost medical exemptions

The House Health Committee changed a hot-button bill on school vaccination requirements to focus on exemptions for medical reasons. “So, if I reading the amendment correctly, for clarification, it removes philosophical and religious exemptions. Am I correct?” asked Delegate Chris Anders, R-Berkeley. Yes, he was correct. A majority of...

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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House Votes Down Amendment To Make Helmets Optional For Motorcyclists

Members of the West Virginia House of Delegates have upheld the state’s requirement that motorcyclists wear helmets while operating their vehicles. Current state law requires motorcyclists to wear a helmet and maintain “a seated position facing forward” in their vehicles. But House Bill 2752 would permit motorcyclists to stand up “with both feet on the vehicle’s footpegs or pedals” while maneuvering through West Virginia roadways.

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Committee Chair Doubles Down on DeVries Injury, Gets Grilled in Interview with Chris Russo

Bubba Cunningham still hasn't listed one true reason why West Virginia was undeserving of a tournament bid.

Morgantown, WV · 2025-03-18

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