West Virginia Ranks No. 1 in Nation for Five-Year Business Survival

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia ranks first in the nation for the five-year survival rate of new businesses, according to a recent analysis highlighted by the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office. The analysis found that 57.6% of businesses launched in West Virginia in 2019 were still

David Lee Murphy To Headline Free Concert Before WVU-Arizona Game

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Country singer and songwriter David Lee Murphy will headline a free outdoor concert at WVU’s Almost Heaven Village ahead of the Mountaineers’ Big 12 matchup against Arizona. The Big 12 Fall Tour Kickoff Concert is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 10, on the North Lawn outside Milan

West Virginia Ranked No. 2 Most Naturally Beautiful State In America

West Virginia is receiving national recognition for something Mountain State residents have long known: few places can compete with its natural beauty. A nationwide ranking highlighted by Travel + Leisure named West Virginia the No. 2 most naturally beautiful state in America, trailing only New Hampshire. Neighboring Virginia finished third. The

Trump Signs Jim Justice Bill Honoring Woody Williams Into Law

ARLINGTON, Texas — President Donald Trump has signed legislation sponsored by U.S. Sen. Jim Justice that clears the way for a National Medal of Honor Monument in the heart of Washington, D.C., while honoring one of West Virginia’s most celebrated veterans. Trump signed the Hershel “Woody” Williams National

Bridgeport Rolls Past East Fairmont In 75-6 Victory

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Bridgeport wasted little time taking control Friday night, putting together a dominant first half on the way to a 75-6 victory over East Fairmont at Wayne Jamison Field. The Indians scored 68 points before halftime and improved to 2-1 on the season with the win.

FBI CJIS Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 With Clarksburg Ceremony Honoring Victims, First Responders

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, FBI leaders, first responders, students and community members gathered Friday morning at the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services Division in Clarksburg to remember those who were lost and reflect on how the attacks changed the

RCB Stays Unbeaten With 42-14 Win Over Keyser

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Robert C. Byrd continued its unbeaten start Friday night with a 42-14 victory over Keyser at Flying Eagle Stadium. The matchup brought two undefeated Class AAA teams into the night, but RCB took control early and carried a 28-0 lead into halftime. Quarterback Isaiah Heflin

State-Appointed Harrison County Superintendent To Receive $180,000 Under Four-Year Contract

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Harrison County’s incoming superintendent will receive a $180,000 annual base salary under a four-year contract as the school system continues operating under state intervention. Dr. Sheena Van Meter is scheduled to take over Harrison County Schools on Oct. 1, replacing Superintendent Dora Stutler, who

59 Arrested in ‘Operation Coal Country’ as Capito Credits Law Enforcement Effort

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Fifty-nine people were arrested, a missing child was safely recovered and dozens of alleged sex offender registration violations were uncovered during a major multi-agency enforcement operation across southern West Virginia. U.S. Attorney Moore Capito joined federal, state and local law enforcement leaders Wednesday to

United Way to Host First Fire Truck Pull at Meadowbrook Mall

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Teams from across the community will soon have a chance to put their strength to the test for a local cause as the United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties prepares to hold its first Fire Truck Pull at Meadowbrook Mall. The new fundraiser is scheduled for

$5 Million Secured For Five Clarksburg Bridges As Major Road Work Continues Across City

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Five city-owned bridges in Clarksburg are slated for reconstruction or rehabilitation with the help of $5 million in newly secured federal funding, adding another significant infrastructure investment as major road and bridge work continues across the city. U.S. Rep. Riley Moore presented the $5 million

Mtn Craft Film Festival Returning to Clarksburg With Free Admission

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Appalachian filmmaking will return to the big screen in downtown Clarksburg this fall, and this year audiences will be able to experience the Mtn Craft Film Festival for free. The fourth annual festival is scheduled for Oct. 2 through Oct. 4 at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts