John Blashke

Some more windy weather is blowing our way this weekend and if it’s anything like we saw last week we may see some power outages.

Morgantown native Bessie Maurry just turned 100 years old, and her friend Margaret turns 99 tomorrow.

More than a decade ago 16-year-old Skylar Neese was deceived and murdered by two girls she thought were her friends. Friends and family of Skylar Neese have created an online petition asking the parole board to deny Shoaf’s parole and keep her behind bars.

Earlier this month a local WWII veteran passed away at the age of 102. His son Jim Portaro says while his family will always remember his father down to his great-grandchildren, his kindness has been felt and will be carried on by many others.

Several headstones have been knocked over in the past few days at the Former Odd Fellows Cemetery on Chestnut Street.

Kids with visual disabilities from all over Harrison County got to find the eggs with their ears.

Wednesday was one part of six different modules necessary to keep their national certifications. But for a thin stretched department, it can be sometimes easier said than done. During the training some of the professionals had to go out on a call.

Snow and freezing temperatures caused big issues for commuters Tuesday morning, but some areas got hit harder than others. The county’s director of Homeland Security, Chris McIntyre says everything changed nearly in an instant.

A bridge along Grassy Creek Road is covered in metal plates. Neighbors say the Department of Highways has been using those plates to cover holes in the bridge for over a year, but they say the bridge still isn’t safe.

Albuterol relaxes the lungs and opens airways for several types of breathing issues. One of the largest manufacturers of the drug Akorn Pharmaceuticals filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy last month.

The Belington Volunteer Fire Department was just finishing up a day of fundraising at the station when the alarms went off Saturday night. The extra few minutes they saved by already being at the station were crucial because a woman paralyzed from the waist down couldn’t make it out of her burning home on her own.

Gilchrist grew up with a stutter, now he’s making it his mission to help kids with the issues he dealt with.

The clinic is run by 2019′s West Virginia High School Umpire of the year Ron “Catman” Whiting. This is Catman’s 15th annual Elite Clinic, which is affiliated with the renown Wendelstedt Umpire School.

The shelter says it has worked well with the commission for decades and was shocked to find out its funding might be moving to a new facility.

Earlier this week the city of Columbus, Ohio reported 18 overdoses within 24 hours. Officials say it’s because fentanyl is being mixed into other common street drugs. Now the Monongalia County Health Department is worried the so-called “bad batch” might spread to Northern West Virginia.

Earlier this month a Tucker County student was stopped from getting on a bus by the driver. Hours later that student was arrested for threatening a school shooting. And Monday, the district’s bus drivers underwent special training on what to do if they find themselves in that situation again.

Schoolcraft says around 13,000 West Virginia veterans struggle daily with food insecurity. The drive Friday helped out over 400 service members and their furry friends.

Charmaria Butcher, the mother of the team’s manager, passed away suddenly over the weekend. The school’s boosters quickly helped to organize raffles and a silent auction with local businesses to help cover the cost of the family’s funeral expenses.

9 community colleges and tech schools across West Virginia are offering an intro training course for landscaping. One of these 40 hour bootcamps is being offered through Peirpont Community & Technical College and that kicks off at the beginning of April.

The officer’s use of force brought the department under fire by some. But the agency is standing by its officer’s actions, including Police Chief Eric Powell.

If you’ve ever wondered where your taxes are going to West Virginia has a new website to keep track of that.

Miller and his family say while his body feels like it’s 106, his mind and heart are still young and working hard.

The café is a business run by the schools special needs students -- raising money to go on field trips.

However the city’s biggest parking lot is underutilized -- the study reasons that’s because it’s too far away from the center of town.

Sheriff Miller says The Second Amendment Preservation Act, signed into state law in 2021, prevents local law enforcement from assisting federal agencies in the execution of these regulations. It also levies fines against officer who do enforce them.

LCHS wrestling team is more than just a sports team -- even the backs of their shirts say it’s “a way of life.”

Over a million dollars was presented to Mannington Middle School’s library. The library is named after the first female doctor from West Virginia University.

While he may not be hosing down any fires, Clarksburg’s long-time fire chief is helping the city in a new way.Steve Pulice is filling in as the city manager as the search for a permanent replacement continues.

The pup was set to be euthanized, but instead got adopted. Justin Miller drove 2 hours from Charleston today to give him a new “leash” on life.

Father Casey Mahone of Immaculate Conception Church says Benedict XVI was a trend setter in many ways.

Last weeks cold weather busted pipes and caused leaks throughout Morgantown, but this local dentist office didn’t find out it happened to them until much later.

OrangeTheory Fitness located at The Square in Bridgeport is planning to open its doors by mid January. The gym is offering a free week of VIP training before the grand opening for those who sign up with early access.

Large pharmacy chains like CVS and Walmart have been offering sign on bonuses approaching six figures in recent years for pharmacists. While pharmaceuticals can be a lucrative industry, according to one local pharmacist it’s hard to compete.

Westover is now part of 170 other cities across the country that are raising awareness for local bee populations. However, up until last December a Westover city ordinance prohibited beekeeping.

It comes after long collaborations between law enforcement, the board of education, and the Harrison County Commission. Sheriff Robert Matheny says he’s been making it a personal goal of his to protect these schools. Matheny says when he first became sheriff, Harrison County had 3 P.R.O. Officers now this will be the 7th.

Dean Farris says, Saturday’s commencement is not an end, but a new beginning.

Starting Wednesday, customers may see their hydrants being flushed to evenly distribute the phosphate.

At the end of the night servers and bartenders are pooling all of their tip money to go on a shopping spree for kids in need.

People who live along WV Route 310 from Fairmont to Grafton say the culverts are in need of cleaning.

Over the past year lots of work has gone into transforming the old Ramada into a shelter providing people with basic amenities. Starting December 1st, Hazels House will also be setting up cots to shield people from the elements at night.

Gosa says an alarm was tripped late Saturday night and this time the vandals knocked out a $2,000 windowpane. He says this happened several other times this past summer bringing the total damage to around $5,000.

He says it will begin picking people up for their errands starting next week.

They’re looking for canned meats, veggies, and other storable foods. Aside from food they’re also accepting donations of essential kitchen, grooming, and cleaning products.

Woofter says this type of marketing makes these products appealing to young people and because of this their county, along with hundreds of others, are involved in a class action lawsuit against vape manufacturer Juul.

This week is the 8th annual National Apprenticeship Week. It’s an initiative to bring attention to the growing demand for hands on workers and trades that are crucial to our infrastructure.

Many Main Streets across America have changed over the past few decades, especially since the pandemic.

After a home win against Oklahoma on Saturday, some students say Lyons tenure as Athletic Director for WVU ended on a high note.

Earlier this year Tucker County Commission voted to end an ordinance that allotted about $400,000 to its ambulance service, instead opting to have citizens vote on a levy to fund its EMS.

The shoe chains Buckhannon location is partnering with the V.F.W. Post in city. Together they’ll be distributing these new, warm socks to veterans struggling with homelessness.

The historic hotel is now home to luxury apartments as well as business space.