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Mon County man charged in past sexual assault

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 22, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — State police have charged a Monongalia County man in connection with a sexual assault that happened years ago. A juvenile told troopers Ryan Osborn, 27, of Flemington, sexually assaulted them four-to-five years ago. The victim told police Osborn told them to be quiet and not to turn their head. Troopers also confirmed…

4th Annual Week of Purpose Set To Take Place At WVU

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 21, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — WVU will be hosting its 4th annual Week of Purpose this upcoming week on campus. A week full of interesting events, the Week of Purpose will begin on Sept. 22nd and conclude on Sept. 26th. Throughout the years, this event has been molded to aid students in deciding what impact they would…

WVU skyline to get a notable upgrade

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 20, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Morgantown and West Virginia University skyline will get an upgrade in the coming months with a new look for the University Water Tower on the Evansdale campus. “The heartfelt pride we all feel for this University should be physically reflected on our campus grounds which serve as a critical initial introduction…

Senator Capito hosts Academy Days this month

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 20, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., has opportunities planned this month for students interested in learning more about an appointment to one of the nation’s military service academies or applying for Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) scholarships. On WAJR’s “Talk of the Town,” she said each year she helps qualified students learn…

One arrested in Morgantown crash that put hundreds in the dark

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 19, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department has charged a Pennsylvania man in connection with the crash into a power pole on the Mileground early Friday morning. Police said Hunter Price, of Smock, PA, was charged with DUI with a BAC greater than .150., arraigned, and released on bond. The crash was reported at…

HEPC approves contract increases for Fairmont State University President

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 19, 2025

FAIRMONT, W.Va. — The state Higher Education Policy Commission has given final approval for changes to the contract of Fairmont State University President Mike Davis endorsed by the Board of Governors (BOG). In August of this year, the FSU BOG approved an increase in compensation from $295,000.00 to $310,000.00, an approximate increase of 5%. Upon…

Update: Morgantown Mileground reopens after wreck

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 19, 2025

Preston County man to serve decades in prison for sexual misconduct

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 18, 2025

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — A Preston County man will spend three decades in federal prison for convincing juvenile females to send him explicit videos and images. Steven Seeger, 46, of Bruceton Mills, will spend 30 years in federal prison after admitting to communicating with multiple girls as young as 13 convincing them to send him the…

Two face charges in ‘Backyard Brawl’ furniture buring

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 18, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va – Two college students are now facing charges after burning furniture following the recent Backyard Brawl. One student is enrolled at West Virginia University, and the second suspect is reportedly enrolled at Washington & Jefferson College. The students have been charged with malicious burning. Three other suspects in the incident helped with the…

Star City Mayor responds to Morgantown calls for municipal homeless assistance

Local NewsBy mike.nolting@wvradio.comSeptember 18, 2025

STAR CITY, W.Va. — At the most recent regular meeting of Morgantown City Council, there was a call for other municipalities in the county to take a more active role in helping the homeless population. Officials continue to finalize plans for the area warming shelter that would be available for the 150 homeless people noted…

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