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West Virginia Lottery’s loyalty program predatory to people addicted to gambling

I saw an advertisement recently that troubled me a bit, but I couldn’t put my finger on why. The ad, from the West Virginia Lottery, starts with a shot of the New River Gorge Bridge and quickly cuts to a group of people rafting who soon interact with animated characters that I presume are part

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Dayton hands No. 1 West Virginia men's soccer its first loss in dominant fashion

The same day West Virginia received the No. 1 ranking in the United Soccer Coaches poll, Dayton rolled the Mountaineers 5-1.

What recovery after 2016 W.Va. floods can tell us about rebuilding after Helene

When floods swept across Appalachia three weeks ago during Helene, it was one of the worst natural disasters to hit the region in a generation. But flash flooding in the mountains does happen. One example is the 2016 flood in West Virginia,

Best places to see fall colors in West Virginia this week

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WBOY) — Fall leaf color is sticking around longer than usual in West Virginia, according to the West Virginia Department of Tourism. After a late start because of the drought, the leaf change is now in full swing across the state ...

Inmate walks away from Hazelton minimum security unit

BRUCETON MILLS, W.Va. — Members of the U.S. Marshals Service are searching for an inmate who walked away from a satellite camp near U.S.P. Hazelton Monday afternoon. Roger Austin, 53, walked away from the camp at 4:15 p.m. Monday and is described as a white male, 5-feet 11-inches, 218 pounds with brown hair and eyes.

No. 17 Kansas State looks to play mistake-free game vs. West Virginia

Coming off a dramatic 31-28 road victory over Colorado, K-State travels to Morgantown, W.Va., for a prime-time matchup with West Virginia. The Mountaineers (3-3, 2-1 Big 12) will look to rebound from a 28-16 home loss to Iowa State.

Water upgrade project announced in Oak Hill

American Water said they will be replacing about 1,800 feet of water main on Kelly Avenue, and investing $450,000 in system improvements in the area. The project is underway, and crews are working to replace aging 6-inch and 2-inch water main. Construction is taking place from School Street to Bibb Street and Taylor Street.

FIRST ALERT: Temperatures dip into the 30s for several nights

The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for parts of the area Wednesday morning. Temperatures may drop as low as the low to mid 30s for some which could kill crops. Take action to protect tender vegetation.

Fairmont State University named in asbestos-related lawsuit

FAIRMONT, W.Va. — A lawsuit alleges Fairmont State University and others knowingly refused to conduct asbestos abatement for decades, and as a result, a former student has been diagnosed with lung cancer.

Bluefield, Princeton part of new Heritage Highway tourism route

A new West Virginia Mountain Rides route will take visitors through Southern West Virginia, including Princeton, Bluefield and McDowell County.

Pennsylvania Beginning Process to Join Multi-State Online Poker

Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) directed Pennsylvania regulators to begin negotiations for the state to enter Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement.

Police report provides details on John Raese DUI arrest

A criminal complaint filed in Monongalia County Magistrate Court offers some details on the Saturday DUI arrest of Morgantown businessman John Raese, president and […]

K-State Fends Off West Virginia in Five Sets Sunday

K-State picked up its third consecutive five-set victory Sunday afternoon, as the Wildcats came from behind to defeat West Virginia at WVU Coliseum – 26-24, 22-25, 22-25, 25-22, 15-5. Senior Aliyah Carter accounted for 17 of the Wildcats’ 65 kills while Liz Gregorski and Meg Brown both added 14.

Forty high schools across West Virginia recognized for their outstanding efforts to help students plan for college

Principals, counselors, and staff from 40 high schools across West Virginia were recognized on Friday, October 11th, for their efforts to inform students of higher education opportunities

KSU volleyball wins 3rd straight in five sets by topping West Virginia

After a slow start to the 2024 season during non-conference, the pieces are starting to come together for Kansas State volleyball.

West Virginia’s Mountain Rides add their fifth scenic route

Heritage Highway joins Seneca Skyway, Capitol Circle, Cranberry Corridor and Birdeye Bend, as a part of the rides that people can take. Ruby pointed out that they were not done adding routes to West Virginia Mountain Rides, however she didn’t say when the new routes would be revealed, nor did she say where the new routes would lead visitors.

West Virginia Head Coach Neal Brown Implies Losses Are Okay If Fans Are Having Fun

The West Virginia Mountaineers came into the season with some pretty high expectations after a solid 9-win campaign a year ago. Head Coach Neal Brown had

Kentucky, West Virginia universities studying how to predict, prepare for flash flooding

Researchers at public universities in Kentucky and West Virginia are planning to collaborate alongside local residents on a four-year project to better understand, predict and prepare for flash flooding in Appalachia and climate change’s impacts on it.

Emergency crews knock down house fire in Kanawha County

Emergency crews worked to knock down a house fire in Kanawha County Monday morning.The blaze was reported about 11:30 a.m. near the intersection of West Virgin

State officials brace for reaction to proposed cost increases for insurance for public employees

Public employees in the plan could face premium increases of 14% for the state fund or 16% in plans for local governments. And the agency is considering possible increases in deductibles of 40% — on average more than $300.

Oddin.gg Secures Ohio Sports Betting License

Esports betting provider Oddin.gg has a three-year deal to operate in Ohio. It also has licenses in New Jersey, Colorado, West Virginia, and Ontario.

Inside Jim Justice’s alleged attendance problems; they could be a problem for a GOP Senate

The Senate GOP has a strong chance at winning a narrow majority next year, and a frequently absent Republican could be a liability.

Much cooler for new week

MONDAY: Mostly sunny early and much cooler for the day behind our cold front. Temperatures in the 60s for the morning with the wind picking up again. Staying cool for the day with highs in the mid to upper 50s for our West Virginia locations, near 60 for the Valley. Partly cloudy into the afternoon and feeling cooler with the breeze.

Opinion: Here's why Senate will likely flip to Republican control after Nov. 5 election

The author, Cameron Smith, is a columnist for the USA TODAY Network Tennessee. He is a former political attorney for congressional Republicans.

An Ohio college was in crisis. Then presidential politics made things worse.

An Ohio professor was devastated to learn her job was on the chopping block. Then Sen. JD Vance started spreading falsehoods about her college's town.

Are you ready for it? Here’s a voter guide for the West Virginia 2024 General Election Nov. 5

This West Virginia 2024 General Election Voter Guide was originally published by Mountain State Spotlight. Get stories like this delivered to your email inbox once a week; sign up for the free newsletter at While the top of every ballot will be the candidates running for U.

‘A Hidden Gem’: West Virginia Wesleyan College named among best in region by U.S. News and World Report, The Princeton Review

Building on a 134-year mission of academic excellence, service to others and equipping leaders, West Virginia Wesleyan College continues to gain recognition in prestigious college rankings. The college was ranked among the top 10 for Best Value in the South in U.

Baylor soccer comes up short in final home, falls to West Virginia, 2-0

Fresh from a 4-0 win against Arizona State, Baylor soccer hosted West Virginia on Sunday afternoon for their last home game of the season at Betty Lou Mays Field. After a hard-fought match, the Bears unfortunately fell 2-0.

Invasive brown stink bugs are everywhere — but for how much longer?

On a bigger, more permanent scale, the brown marmorated stink bugs are here to stay, Liesch and Skvarla agree. Their population may decline in your area, but they will likely never go away forever.

More than 300 people registered for local Out of the Darkness Walk

The Out of the Darkness Walk is an annual event held in more than eight hundred places around the country, including in Mercer County.

No. 11 Iowa State capitalizes on WVU miscues, runs away with 28-16 victory

MORGANTOWN — The West Virginia University football team’s defense had Iowa State on the ropes several times during Saturday night’s game at Milan Puskar Stadium. But nearly […]

COLUMN: WVU proved against Iowa State it has little room for error

Every college football team wants to stay as mistake-free as possible, but West Virginia University’s 28-16 loss Saturday to No. 11 Iowa State showed just […]

3 Guys Before The Game – Iowa State Game Recap (Episode 583)

Iowa State defeated West Virginia in a Big 12 football showdown in Morgantown. Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi review the game.

Aurora encore: Photos capture 2024’s second big round of vivid Northern Lights in Virginia

So it is very likely aurora displays at least visible in more remote areas away from city lights will continue to recur in the remainder of 2024 and into 2025, with at least some chance of something similar to the more widely visible May and October aurora displays occurring yet again.

Five takeaways from Iowa State's win against West Virginia to improve to 6-0

The No. 11 Cyclones beat West Virginia 28-16 Saturday night. For the first time in 86 years, Iowa State is 6-0. Here are five takeaways from the game: