From Mullens To The Hall Of Fame: Mike D’Antoni Puts West Virginia At Heart Of Induction Speech

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Mike D’Antoni spent decades taking basketball ideas from West Virginia to Italy and eventually to the NBA, where his fast paced offensive philosophy helped change the way the sport is played. But when it came time Saturday night to tell his story from the stage of the

Pratt & Whitney’s $1 Billion Contract Brings Nine Years of Military Engine Work to Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — A $1 billion military aircraft engine contract will bring nine years of overhaul work to Pratt & Whitney Canada’s Bridgeport operation, providing another major long-term boost for Harrison County’s growing aerospace industry. Pratt & Whitney Canada will overhaul more than 750 PT6A-68 engines

From Pearl Harbor to Tokyo Bay: The Remarkable Story of the USS West Virginia

Eighty-one years ago, as World War II came to an end in the Pacific, an American battleship bearing the name of the Mountain State was there to see the war through. The USS West Virginia had traveled an extraordinary road to get there. Less than four years earlier, the

The Greenbrier Enters New Era as Kennedy Lewis Takes 51% Control in $500 Million Deal

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — One of West Virginia’s most recognizable landmarks is entering a new era after the Justice family and Kennedy Lewis Investment Management completed a roughly $500 million joint venture that gives the New York investment firm controlling interest in The Greenbrier. Kennedy Lewis now holds

New $70 Million Airport Expansion Set to Open in Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — One of North Central West Virginia’s largest transportation and economic development projects is preparing to open next week as the new passenger terminal at the North Central West Virginia Airport reaches the finish line. The airport will open the new terminal to the community during a

Public Voting Underway for Bridgeport’s Gracia Knight Ahead of Miss Teen USA Competition

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Bridgeport’s Gracia Knight is preparing to represent West Virginia on the national stage later this month, and Mountain State supporters have an opportunity to help send her directly into the semifinals at Miss Teen USA. Knight, the reigning Miss West Virginia Teen USA, is competing in

Harrison County State of Emergency Extended Through Sept. 19 as Flood Recovery Continues

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Harrison County will remain under a state of emergency through Sept. 19 as recovery work continues following the severe storms and flooding that struck West Virginia beginning July 21. Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Friday that Harrison is one of 12 counties where the emergency declaration will be

101st State Fair of West Virginia Opens in Lewisburg

LEWISBURG, W.Va. — One of West Virginia’s largest annual traditions is back as the State Fair of West Virginia opened Thursday for 10 days of agriculture, food, carnival rides and a packed lineup of live entertainment. The 101st State Fair of West Virginia runs Aug. 13 through Aug. 22

WVU Great Pat McAfee Defends Trump Appearance as Backlash Grows

GENEVA, Ohio — Former West Virginia University football standout and one of ESPN’s most prominent personalities, Pat McAfee, is defending his appearance alongside President Donald Trump at this week’s Patriot Games after the event generated significant reaction and criticism online. McAfee greeted Trump after the president arrived in Ohio

West Virginia Governor Unveils 20-Year Plan for Data Center Development

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Patrick Morrisey and West Virginia legislative leaders unveiled a new 20-year framework Tuesday aimed at making the state a major destination for data centers while establishing protections for electric ratepayers, water resources and communities where projects could be built. Morrisey was joined by Senate President

Birdie Bash Tops $20,000 Goal, Raises More Than $23,000 for United Way

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Sixteen local golfers battled the clock, the course and some uncooperative weather Tuesday to raise more than $23,000 for the United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties. The 2026 Birdie Bash was held Aug. 11 at Bridgeport Country Club, with eight two-person teams taking part

CKB Sets Grand Opening for New Passenger Terminal After Years of Development

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — A yearslong effort to transform the North Central West Virginia Airport will reach a major milestone next week as the airport opens the doors of its new passenger terminal to the community. The airport will hold a public grand opening celebration Monday, Aug. 17, from 11 a.