MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The City of Morgantown is ready to introduce a new essential tool-sharing initiative that aims to help residents complete projects around their property. The MOTO Toolbox program was officially unveiled to city officials in early October as part of an effort to introduce resident-friendly programs that work to reduce financial barriers for…
ELKINS, W.Va. — The Randolph County Board of Education is making difficult consolidation decisions, and Superintendent Shawn Dilly believes the state funding formula is playing a big part. The shrinking pool of dollars caused by falling enrollment of nearly 700 students forced the board to agree to close the Harman K-12 and consolidate those students…
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. –– The Morgantown Municipal Airport (MGW) has serviced the community and West Virginia University for decades but hasn’t been established as an economic engine for the future. Members of Morgantown City Council and the Monongalia County Commission could consider operating the airport under the umbrella of an “authority.” Managing the airport through an…
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A local nonprofit that focuses on providing resources and assistance to Monongalia County agencies addressing food insecurity is ready to host an annual fundraiser that directly supports services within the county. Empty Bowls Monongalia will host the 7th Annual Fall Fun Raiser on Saturday, October 11, at the West Virginia University Erickson…
KINGWOOD, W.Va. — The Preston County Sheriff’s Department is working to address staffing shortages as deputies leave for higher-paying jobs with other agencies in the region. Sheriff Scott Spiker said Kingwood is the only municipality with a police force, and they typically patrol until around midnight. Municipalities like Reedsville and Terre Alta had one officer…
GRANVILLE, W.Va. — Members of the Granville Volunteer Fire Department assisted a Norfolk Southern train in distress Wednesday. Crews were dispatched to the railroad crossing at Dents Run Road where firefighters learned the engine was overheating. The roadway was closed for a short period of time while water was provided for the coolant tanks. No…
MORGANTOWN, W.Va – A Monongalia County high school student is facing charges after bringing a gun to school, according to officials. Deputies with the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department began their investigation after being notified by the school safety officer. It is believed the student brought the firearm to school to show it to other students.…
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A Morgantown native who has worked in the city parks and recreation system since he was a teenager is now set to become the new Executive Director of BOPARC. Members of the BOPARC board unanimously approved the appointment of current Division Director of Programs, Athletics, and Facilities Greg Travinski as the new…
