New Bishop Has Existing Connections To W.Va.
Evelio Menjivar-Ayala will serve as the tenth Bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston — which encompasses all of West Virginia — starting in July.
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Morrisey Takes Tax Cut Proposal To Bridgeport
In front of what Morrisey estimated were a couple hundred people at the Meadowbrook Mall, Morrisey explained why he believes personal income tax cuts are important to the state.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNew WVU President To Embark On Statewide Tour
The tour will visit two dozen tour stops including historical sites, business locations and local communities across 18 counties.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAn Experiment With Pumpkins, Plus A New Battery Factory, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, pumpkins are an iconic image of Halloween. They are also part of an unconventional learning experience at West Virginia University.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCensus: Most Of State's Largest Cities Shrank From 2022 To 2023
Of the state’s 15 largest cities, only Morgantown and Bridgeport gained population from July 1, 2022, to July 1, 2023, according to new U.S. Census data.
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July 16, 1869: Philanthropist Michael Benedum Born in Bridgeport
Philanthropist Michael Benedum was born in Bridgeport on July 16, 1869. He earned the nickname the “Great Wildcatter” based on his ability to find oil and…
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWVU Medicine Offering Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing
West Virginia University Medicine on Wednesday opened drive-thru coronavirus testing sites for pre-screened patients.The sites will be in Morgantown,…
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