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How long does the autumn leaf change last in West Virginia?
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Although October is quickly coming to a close, trees across West Virginia continue their dazzling transformation into shades of gold, amber, and garnet, a show that will last into early November. Cool nights and bright sunshine...
Governor Morrisey appoints new representative for West Virginia Senate
Kanawha County, WV (WOAY) – Governor Patrick Morrisey has appointed a new representative for the West Virginia Senate. The Governor appointed Zack Maynard to fill the vacancy in District 7. Maynard replaces Mike Stuart. Stuart is now a part of the...
Snow showers possible in parts of West Virginia on Halloween
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The National Weather Service in Charleston says strong winds and light snow will affect parts of West Virginia Thursday night into Friday. A low-pressure system moving northeast of the region will bring gusty winds,...
Bethany College to offer free tuition for eligible West Virginia residents
BETHANY, W.Va. — Bethany College will offer free tuition to West Virginia residents who meet specific criteria starting next fall. It's a first, as Bethany will be the only private liberal arts college in the state to provide such assistance. The...
Mother-daughter duo work to uplift people with disabilities, youth in Detroit
Six years ago, Christina Jordan was focused on becoming a tennis star. At West Virginia University, the Detroit native played on the college team and majored in biochemistry. But, as Jordan entered her senior year, her interest in human behavior...
West Virginia Wesleyan talks FAFSA still being open amid government shutdown
BUCKHANNON, W.Va (WDTV) -College application season is in full swing, and a critical step for aspiring students is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The good news? FAFSA is open and on time this year, with fewer...
West Virginia is the worst state for jobs, study finds
WEST VIRGINIA (WVVA) - In a list ranking all of the states in the nation, the mountain state is coming in dead last when it comes to best places to work. West Virginia is ranked as the worst state in the United states. The study focused on two...
West Virginia Secretary of State visits Wood County high schools to talk voter registration
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner visited two Wood County schools to raise awareness about voter registration for teenagers ahead of the 2026 elections. The secretary of state stopped at Parkersburg High...
West Virginia schools to receive $1,500 each through donation program
WHEELING, W.Va. — Schools across West Virginia are set to receive $1,500 each through the "Keep the Ball Rolling Program," aimed at supporting students in need. The initiative, led by Shawn and Angela Ball of L&S Toyota, plans to donate funds to...
Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning Arrives In The Eastern Panhandle Of West Virginia.
October 30, 2025 // Franchising.com // DENVER — Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning is proud to announce its arrival in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The company announced that the new location is locally owned and operated by husband-and-wife...
Digging Into Halloween’s Rich History, This West Virginia Morning
Home » WVPB Podcasts » Digging Into Halloween’s Rich History, This West Virginia Morning WVPB Staff Published October 30, 2025 - 10:18 am On this West Virginia Morning, Halloween is more popular than ever, but where did we get traditions like...
West Virginia Wesleyan talks FAFSA still being open amid government shutdown
Dallas County, Mo., instructor arrested on sex crime charges from West Virginia
BUFFALO, Mo. (KY3) - Authorities arrested a Dallas County instructor on sex crime charges stemming from West Virginia. Jonathan Whatley taught at the technical center in the Dallas County R-1 School District. Whatley faces one count of...
West Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association Announces $20,000 in Scholarship Awards for Four Students
Four in-state students attending West Virginia University (WVU) studying landscape architecture are receiving $5,000 each, thanks to the West Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association (WVNLA) Marcus W. Rennix scholarship program. The WVNLA board of...
Former West Virginia Head Wrestling Coach Indicted on Seven Charges
A former West Virginia high school head wrestling coach has been indicted on numerous charges from an arrest earlier this year. Travis Francisco, who previously served as the head wrestling coach at Princeton Senior High School, was indicted by a...
West Virginia National Guard Leads First-Ever Multi-State Cyber Defense Critical Infrastructure Pilot Exercise
CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES 09.22.2025 West Virginia National Guard Leads First-Ever Multi-State Cyber Defense Critical Infrastructure Pilot Exercise Your browser does not support the audio element. A newly formed Defense Critical...
Marshall hosts Buffalo for season opener
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Education The Focus Of West Virginia Fire Marshals Conference
Photo by Derek Redd Bobby Palmer, president of the West Virginia Chapter of the International Fire Marshal’s Association, addresses those attending the organization’s fall training conference Wedensday at the Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-...
Mothman: Nightmare In West Virginia
Point Pleasant is typically a peaceful and unassuming town in West Virginia. But behind the country town facade lies a dark mystery of a terrifying creature who wreaked havoc on the residents. That creature would go down in infamy as Mothman. FOX...
2025 Week 10 Preview: West Virginia Mountaineers @ Houston Cougars
Time and date: Saturday, November 1 at 12:00 p.m. ET Network: FS1 Location: TDECU Stadium — Houston, TX Spread: Houston (-13.5) Over/under: 49.5 All-time series: Houston leads, 1-0 Last meeting: Houston 43, West Virginia 41 — October 12, 2023...