MILL CREEK — Tygarts Valley held Pendleton County without a field goal in the third quarter en route to a 48-38 win Tuesday night in a battle of regional foes at Weber-Wamsley Court.
Sarah Defibaugh scored 16 of her game-high 22 points over the first two quarters as the Lady Bulldogs took a 25-20 lead into the intermission.
Both teams went cold from the floor in the third canto — combining for just 10 points — as Tygarts Valley carried a 32-23 cushion in the final canto.
Emily Smith scored all
CHARLESTON — State Sen. Robbie Morris, an experienced economic development official, will become the new chairman of the Senate Government Organization Committee after its previous chair was promoted.
According to a press release from state Senate President Randy Smith, R-Preston, on Tuesday morning, Morris, R-Randolph, will take the reins of the Senate Government Organization Committee, succeeding newly appointed Senate Assistant Majority Leader Patrica Rucker, R-Jefferson.
“I am deeply honored
(AP) — The White House said Tuesday that “U.S. military is always an option,” even as a series of European leaders rejected President Donald Trump’s comments about seeking an American takeover of the world’s largest island.
Trump has floated since his first term the idea of purchasing Greenland, which is part of the kingdom of Denmark. But, after this weekend’s U.S. military action in Venezuela, he’s renewed calls for the U.S. to take over Greenland, citing strategic reasons.
“President Trump
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Archives & History (WVAH) and West Virginia State Historic Office (WV SHPO) are offering an educational webinar titled “Research Tools for Historic Homes: Your DIY Toolkit.”
Enhance your efforts to learn more about the historic places within your community, even your own home!
This webinar will cover topics including formulating research questions, tips and tricks about the research process, as well as the types of resources available to researchers and where to
West Virginia might’ve signed its quarterback of the future.
Oklahoma backup quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. has reportedly signed with the Mountaineers after two years with the Sooners, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. He’s also coming to Morgantown with his brother, Maliek Hawkins, as a package deal. Maliek plays corner.
Hawkins played in limited action in his two years and saw more time in 2024. In 2024, Hawkins played in seven games, mostly in garbage time. Hawkins played in the full bowl
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Cleveland Browns have fired coach Kevin Stefanski after six seasons.
Stefanski is the fourth NFL coach fired this season, joining Tennessee’s Brian Callahan, the New York Giants’ Brian Daboll and Atlanta’s Raheem Morris.
The Browns won their final two games to finish 5-12, including a 20-18 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
The 43-year-old Stefanski is a two-time AP NFL Coach of the Year and had a 46-58 overall record. He led Cleveland to playoff appearances
GRAFTON — Jay Taylor, Majority Whip of the West Virginia State Senate, announced his campaign for reelection, citing a strong conservative record of results, proven leadership, and a commitment to rural West Virginia.
“It has been an honor to serve the people of our district and to fight every day for conservative values and common sense,” Taylor said. “We’ve delivered real results for West Virginians, strengthened conservative leadership at the Capitol, and protected our rural communities — but
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(AP) — Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers sent Lamar Jackson and the Ravens home for the playoffs. The Panthers are NFC South champions for the first time in 10 years. The Broncos are the AFC’s No. 1 seed.
Rodgers threw a 26-yard touchdown pass to Calvin Austin III with 55 seconds left and Pittsburgh secured the AFC North title with a 26-24 victory when Baltimore’s Tyler Loop missed a 44-yard field goal wide right as time expired on Sunday night in the final game of the NFL’s regular season.
“It’s
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Hospital Association commended Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s efforts to get $200 million a year for rural hospitals through a new federal program while the chairman of the West Virginia Democratic Party said that won’t cover the funding losses caused by the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Morrisey announced last week the state will receive about $200 million in the first year through the Rural Health Transformation Program that was in the One Big Beautiful Bill adopted by
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DAVIS – A guest died at Timberline Mountain resort in Tucker County on Sunday, officials said.
Timberline Mountain announced the death on social media at about 6 p.m. Sunday. The death is “currently under investigation,” according to the announcement, but few other details about the incident were released.
“It is with profound sadness that we can confirm the death of a guest at Timberline Mountain on Sunday, January 4th,” the Timberline Mountain resort post stated. “We want to extend our deepest
