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UK Women's Soccer advances in NCAA Tournament

For the first time in a decade, No. 5-seeded Kentucky women’s soccer (11-4-5, 3-3-4) earned a victory in the NCAA tournament.

Patrick Morrisey wins West Virginia Gubernatorial race: AP calls

Patrick Morrisey, the Republican candidate and current Attorney General of West Virginia, has emerged victorious in the state’s gubernatorial race, defeating his opponents in a highly contested election.

Republican Gov. Justice wins West Virginia US Senate seat held by Sen. Manchin

West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has defeated Democrat Glenn Elliott in Tuesday's U.S. Senate race for seat held by Sen. Joe Manchin.

Republicans Flip West Virginia Senate Race, Putting Them on the Cusp of a Majority

If Republicans are able to hold on to all of their incumbents running for reelection, and they can pick off at least one more Democrat, then they

Fox News projects Justice victory in West Virginia as GOP flips Senate seat

The Fox News Decision Desk projects that Republican Gov. Jim Justice of West Virginia will defeat the Democrat Party's nominee - Wheeling mayor Glenn Elliott - as the GOP flips a seat

Republicans win West Virginia Senate seat

Jim Justice easily notched the West Virginia seat to succeed retiring Sen. Joe Manchin, deadlocking the chamber in a 50-50 split, for now. Justice, the state’s governor who often appears with his English bulldog Babydog, was widely expected to deliver ...

Republicans pick up seat in West Virginia in the race toward Senate majority

FILE - West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice checks out the stage with his dog, "Babydog," before the Republican National Convention, July 16, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)(Jae C. Hong / AP) WASHINGTON — Republicans picked up a crucial win ...

Justice Wins Election in West Virginia, Giving Republicans a Senate Edge

The G.O.P. governor easily won the seat being vacated by Senator Joe Manchin III, an independent who caucused with Democrats, giving Republicans an expected win as they push to take the Senate.

Huskers add highly regarded offensive mind to staff in Dana Holgorsen, per reports

According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, the Huskers are hiring former Houston and West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen as an offensive consultant. Per Thamel, Holgorsen's role "will evolve" over the rest of the season.

Decision 2024: West Virginia Gubernatorial Race

With West Virginia Governor Jim Justice’s final term nearing its end, five candidates are vying to be the state’s next chief executive.

West Virginia vs. Baylor Football Tickets, How to Watch & Game Info - Nov. 16

How to watch the West Virginia Mountaineers vs. Baylor Bears Nov. 16 college football game with tickets, start time, TV channel and live streaming information.

Election Day: political contests up and down the West Virginia ballot, plus a constitutional amendment

It’s Election Day in West Virginia, with political contests up and down the ballot — plus a constitutional amendment. Key races on West Virginia ballots include U.S. President, one of the state’s two U.S. Senate seats, both seats in Congress ...

West Virginia election results 2024

Sen. Joe Manchin's departure from the Senate could have a direct impact on whether Democrats can maintain a majority.

West Virginia 2024 live election results

Voters head to the polls to vote for president, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, governor, and other offices on Nov. 5 in West Virginia. The winner of the presidential race in West Virginia will get the state’s four Electoral College votes. Polls close at 7:30 p ...

Burn ban announced for West Virginia

BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has issued a proclamation banning outdoor across West Virginia. Justice said the goal is to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires because of the dry weather conditions, low water levels in some communities, and fire activity. The ban is effective Nov. 4.

Quick Hits: Brown prepares for final third of regular season

There is no more stopping now. The West Virginia University football team has a four-week sprint to the finish line. Here are the biggest takeaways from Neal Brown’s

West Virginia bans outdoor burning statewide

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Continuing dry conditions prompted West Virginia Jim Justice on Monday to issue a statewide burning ban. The purpose of the ban is to reduce the risk of wildfires due to dry weather conditions, low water levels in communities and fire activity, Justice said in a news release.

Justice announces major contract awards for King Coal Highway and Corridor H projects

BLUEFIELD, W.Va.— Governor Jim Justice announced Monday that the King Coal Highway and the Corridor H project will both be expanding in the near future. The King Coal Highway project was awarded $57 million dollars in order to expand the road. Justice said that the expansion will add another 2 and a half miles onto the highway.

‘It’s frustrating;’ Drivers react to congestion caused by 31st Street Bridge inspection

One lane of the East Huntington Bridge (31st Street Bridge) connecting Huntington, West Virginia, with Proctorville, Ohio, is closed for an accelerated bridge inspection project.

More than 300,000 early in-person voters in West Virginia sets new state record

WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — More than 300,000 early votes were cast in West Virginia ahead of Election Day. The approximately 310,412 votes cast early in the Mountain State are down from the 2020 general election when nearly 400,000 residents cast their ballots early.

What time do polling places open and close in West Virginia? Voting hours in WV in the US Election 2024

West Virginia law requires voters to present a valid form of identification at the polls. Acceptable forms of ID include: - Valid West Virginia driver’s license or ID card - A valid driver’s license issued by a state other than West Virginia - A valid ...

America used to be able to solve economic problems. The next president better hope we can do it again.

Climate policies have met resistance in states like Texas, Louisiana, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania, where local economies depend on fossil fuel production. But Pollin said the gap between blue state environmentalists and red state oil and gas interests ...

New Governor Will Face Budget Challenges

We will know Tuesday night who will be the next governor of West Virginia. The winner will celebrate the victory, and probably take a few days off from a long campaign. However, the governor-elect will have to get to work quickly on an emerging issue with the state’s finances.

Frantic final day looms as Trump and Harris push to election

Below are the key Senate races to watch: WEST VIRGINIA: Near-certain win for Republicans, plus iconic dog West Virginia is considered a near-certain pickup for Republicans, as Joe Manchin, a conservative Democrat turned independent, is retiring.

Trooper injured in two-vehicle I-68 crash

A Maryland State Police trooper was injured early Friday when his patrol vehicle was struck by a pickup on Interstate 68 near the West Virginia state line, according

Enoki mushrooms recalled in West Virginia after testing finds Listeria

HH Fresh Trading Corp of California is recalling its 200g of Taiwan Enoki because of potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The potential for

Sobriety Checkpoint announced in Greenbrier County

BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - The West Virginia State Police said a Sobriety Checkpoint will be held in Greenbrier County later in November. The Checkpoint will be on U.S. Route 219 in the Fairlea area of Greenbrier County on Nov. 14 from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Governor issues statewide outdoor burn ban in West Virginia until 'circumstances improve'

The governor of West Virginia issued a statewide outdoor burn ban Monday.The proclamation, issued by Gov. Jim Justice, bans all outdoor burning effective Monday

Will control of Congress shift? The results hinge on a handful of states and races

Voters are determining whether the next president enters office with a friendly Congress or a hostile one set on blocking their policies and nominees — and as the election roars into its last moments it’s still very unclear what the makeup of the House and Senate might be.

Prison work assignments used to lure, rape female inmates

It was after midnight when she crept down the narrow, dimly lit stairs carrying a bag of dirty laundry. She crossed under a patchwork of pipes and ducts to the far back corner of the basement, as she had done many times before.

Attorney General candidates discuss what they plan to do if elected

Toriseva said one of her major points of focus as acting Attorney General in the state would be around actively investigating violations of law on behalf of consumers, and to be able to confirm what is and what isn’t price gauging.

West Virginia voters asked to consider physician assisted suicide amendment

The November ballot asks voters to decide on Amendment 1 relating to assisted suicide. Senate Finance Chairman Eric Tarr (Will Price/West Virginia Legislative Photography) A vote in favor of Amendment 1 enshrines a prohibition against physician-assisted ...

Harpers Ferry: Where American history meets the great outdoors

Nestled along two converging rivers, with the Blue Ridge Mountains’ precipitous cliffs offering a backdrop, Harpers Ferry has long been praised for its rugged natural

Election 2024 live updates: Harris appears on SNL as shock new poll gives VP lead over Trump in Iowa

Donald Trump is now on stage in Salem, Virginia, a state he is unlikely to win saying how “cool” it would be to win there. He walked into the venue to the walk-on music for wrestler The Undertaker before the familiar chords of Lee Greenwood’s God Bless the USA played as he took the stage.

How Oregon State transfers are impacting the Big Ten women's basketball picture this year

This season Oregon State will play a West Coast Conference schedule ... Georgia Amoore, Kentucky: The guard followed coach Kenny Brooks from Virginia Tech to Kentucky after averaging 18.8 points and 6.8 assists while earning third-team All-American ...

College football: Georgia Tech’s Biggers invited to play in Shrine game

Former West Rowan standout Zeek Biggers, a 6-foot-6 defensive lineman, has been invited to play in the East-West Shrine Bowl Game. The 100th edition of the prestigious all-star game will take place on Jan.

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