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Two "irreplaceable" historic buildings in West Virginia are threatened

ELKINS, W.Va. — Two "irreplaceable" historic buildings in West Virginia are facing the possibility of demolition, which the state's preservation board is working to prevent. The towering middle school in Mannington and the courthouse annex in Roane County have been added to the West Virginia Endangered Properties List, a registry maintained by the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia.

Roane County, WV · 2025-03-17
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Local Students Qualify for Archery in the Schools State Tournament

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that students from 64 schools qualified to participate in this year’s Archery in the Schools State Tournament, which is scheduled to take place at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center on Saturday, March 29. “Archery in the Schools is a fantastic […] The post Local Students Qualify for Archery in the Schools State Tournament appeared first on West Virginia Daily News .

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Ohio Grandma Killed by Drugged Pitbulls High on Cocaine: ‘Such a Brutal Death in Her Own Yard’

The family of an Ohio grandma who was killed by drugged pitbulls in October is seeking justice. JoAnn Echelbarger, 73, had her life tragically taken from her while she was gardening at her Ashville home last fall. The incident occurred when Echelbarger was working in her yard, and her neighbor’s two pit bulls, Echo and Apollo, brutally attacked the beloved mother and grandmother. Jo Ann’s husband was unable to help her due to being wheelchair-bound and suffering from dementia. It was later found that the dogs had cocaine in their system at the time of the attack.

Ashville, OH · 2025-03-17
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WV Republicans, who won nearly every election in 2024, focused on ‘election integrity’ this session

In the wake of West Virginia Republicans winning nearly every election in November, the GOP supermajority has spent a bulk of the 2025 legislative session on bills they say will increase election integrity. Democratic lawmakers argue that conspiracy theories are guiding the onslaught of election bills this session. There have been 93 elections- or voting-focused […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-18

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Patrick doesn't have 'any sympathy' for WVU

Dan Patrick breaks down the NCAA Tournament field following North Carolina's surprising selection to the tournament over the likes of West Virginia.

Morgantown, WV · 2025-03-17

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Cell phones would be banned from classrooms under West Virginia legislation

The House Education Committee advanced a bill that would, under most circumstances, keep cell phones out of classrooms. HB 2003 would limit the use of personal electronic devices like cell phones in school classrooms during instructional time because of concerns about distractions and student well-being. The bill mandates county boards...

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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West Virginia House of Delegates considering bill to change Optometry practices

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A bill has passed in the West Virginia State Senate and is heading to the House of Representatives that would change the qualifications needed to perform eye surgeries. Senate Bill 565/House Bill 2975 makes changes to who can perform eye surgery, shifting the task from only...

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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Wood County Courthouse News: March 11 through March 17

The following Death Certificates were filed in Wood County between March 11 and March 17:. Robert William Gragg, Sr. Stephen Rex McDonald, Jr. The following Marriage Certificates were filed in Wood County between March 11 and March 17:. Filed March 11, 2025:. Marlena Marie Kittrell Hughart and Jason Evan White.

Parkersburg, WV · 2025-03-18

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Local woman finds Golden Tooth while walking her dog

The winner of the contest is Kelly Keller. She began looking for the tooth when the contest started on Feb. 13.

Parkersburg, WV · 2025-03-18

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Investigation Launched Into NCAA Tournament Selection Committee

Investigation has been launched into the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee on Monday.

Chapel Hill, NC · 2025-03-17

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Transgender individuals consider leaving West Virginia amid growing safety concerns

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Anna Williams said she's a proud West Virginian and at one time considered it a safe place for those like her who identify as transgender. “I used to tell other trans people to come here and live because it was so safe,” she said.

West Virginia · 2025-03-16

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West Virginia Governor Trolled For Taking Legal Action After March Madness Snub

The Governor of West Virginia is getting trolled after holding a press conference to take legal action following the March Madness snub.

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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St. Joseph’s Ambulance ceasing operations March 31

PARKERSBURG – St. Joseph’s Ambulance Service will cease operations at the end of the month. In a press release issued this afternoon, St. Joseph’s Ambulance President Dwane Weekley cited Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements not keeping pace with the company’s costs for providing service as the driving force in the decision.

Parkersburg, WV · 2025-03-17

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West Virginia police bust couple with $70k worth of stolen trucks

Tell Bonnie and Clyde to move over. A couple was just busted by police with $70k worth of stolen trucks and property. The post West Virginia police bust couple with $70k worth of stolen trucks appeared first on MotorBiscuit .

West Virginia · 2025-03-16

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West Virginia Out of NCAA Tournament: Dangerous Precedent

There was a lot of debate coming into Selection Sunday. Would North Carolina sneak in despite such an off season? Would Texas be the 14th SEC team to earn a bid? Would Xavier or Indiana play spoiler to one of those teams? One team was not in those discussions: West Virginia. However, the Selection Committee clearly saw something that the rest of us didn’t. In a shocking decision, North Carolina earned the last spot in the NCAA Tournament over West Virginia. While the decision may not make sense to most, the decision has been made. So was it the right decision? Why were the Mountaineers left out entirely? Should they have taken another team’s place? Let’s investigate Selection Sunday’s biggest surprise.

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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West Virginians voted to keep politics out of schools. Lawmakers are trying to get around it.

Three years ago, West Virginians were asked to give lawmakers more control over the day–to–day operations of the state’s public schools. Teachers unions, county superintendents and the state Board of Education opposed the proposed constitutional amendment, saying that it would inject politics into classrooms. West Virginians soundly rejected the amendment. Fifty-eight percent of voters were […] West Virginians voted to keep politics out of schools. Lawmakers are trying to get around it. appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight , West Virginia's civic newsroom.

West Virginia · 2025-03-17

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Couple arrested for robbing man of meth, cash in Fairmont

FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - A couple was arrested in Marion County after police said they robbed another man of his methamphetamine, cash, cigarettes and medication. Michael Wollard, 39, and April Walton, 28, were arrested over the weekend and charged with second-degree robbery, burglary and conspiracy to commit a felony for the incident that occurred in early February, according to the Fairmont Police Department.

Fairmont, WV · 2025-03-17