Four West Virginia University students are competing to become the 72nd Mountaineer mascot during a cheer-off at Wednesday night’s men’s basketball game against Utah at the Hope Coliseum. The finalists will be judged on their performances and crowd interaction as they lead traditional cheers. The finalists are Reese Allen of Bridgeport; Amelia Bolden of Oakland, … Read more
Authorities in Mingo County are investigating after a vehicle and a stolen telephone line were discovered early Saturday morning. According to the Mingo County Sheriff’s Office, both were found on Calico Mountain in the Beech Creek area. Deputies are now asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of the vehicle and whoever may … Read more
South Charleston welcomed a new locally owned business Friday as Wild Willow Metaphysical and Consignment Shop celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The boutique features spiritual and wellness products, along with consignment space for local artists and makers. Wild Willow also plans to serve as a community hub, offering workshops and hands-on activities, … Read more
Patrick Morrisey addressed two major water issues in West Virginia on Friday — infrastructure and flooding. The governor announced $9.5 million in grant funding for five water and sewer projects in Mingo and McDowell counties, including a new water storage tank in Kermit. Morrisey also renewed his push for the Smart Environmental Notification Threat Response … Read more
The competitive gaming industry now has a new home in South Charleston. The South Charleston Community Center opened its new esports space to the public Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. City leaders say the facility is part of a broader effort to modernize recreational opportunities and reflect growing interest in competitive gaming. Mayor Frank Mullens … Read more
A meeting over ongoing issues with Black Diamond Power Company was suspended Friday after attorneys indicated the utility is considering a sale. The company, which serves nearly 5,000 customers in Clay, Raleigh and Wyoming counties, has faced months of complaints over billing and service reliability. The West Virginia Public Service Commission had scheduled an evidentiary … Read more
Agriculture officials are warning of a biosecurity threat stemming from unsolicited packages being mailed in from China. Packets of seeds are being sent to addresses in the state, according to a social media post from the West Virginia Department of Agriculture. The post seed packets are part of a brushing scam, meaning unsolicited packages without … Read more
Romanian man sentenced up to 15 years
A Romanian man admitted to installing credit card skimming devices at multiple retailers in West Virginia, amassing a quarter million dollars in fraud totals, federal prosecutors said. Andrei Fagaras, 36, pleaded guilty to an access device fraud charge, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of West Virginia. … Read more
A meeting regarding issues with a West Virginia utility provider was suspended Friday, but counsel indicated the company is leaning towards a sale. Black Diamond Power Company, which serves nearly 5,000 customers in Clay, Raleigh and Wyoming counties, has been under investigation for months following numerous complaints regarding billing and reliability.The West Virginia Public Service … Read more