The Dominion Post

01/24/2025

West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey and the state’s congressional delegation were in attendance Monday for the second inauguration of President Donald Trump after a four-year gap.

Trump and Vice President JD Vance took the oath of office at noon Monday in an inaugural ceremony moved inside the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol Building due to the extreme temperatures.

By STEVEN ALLEN ADAMS Staff Reporter CHARLESTON – West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey and the state’s congressional delegation were in attendance Monday for the second inauguration of […]

01/24/2025

In an effort to continue to forge good relationships with the state’s 55 county clerks, Secretary of State Kris Warner began a county-by-county tour starting in Kanawha County.

Warner held a press conference Tuesday morning prior to beginning a meeting with Kanawha County Clerk Vera McCormick at her office in the old Kanawha County Courthouse in Charleston.

By STEVEN ALLEN ADAMS [email protected] CHARLESTON – In an effort to continue to forge good relationships with the state’s 55 county clerks, Secretary of State Kris Warner […]

01/23/2025

On Jan. 17, the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office arrested 59-year-old Tammy Spring, of Thornton, following an extensive year-long investigation. Detectives have uncovered evidence indicating Spring engaged in embezzlement, document forgery and fraudulent schemes to steal funds from East Oak Grove and Oak Grove Cemetery.

On Jan. 17,  the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office arrested 59-year-old Tammy Spring, of Thornton, following an extensive year-long investigation. Detectives have uncovered evidence indicating Spring engaged in […]

01/23/2025

GATC West Virginia played a role in a groundbreaking AI-powered analysis of a new liver cancer drug in development – an analysis that saved inestimable hours and dollars for the client.

MORGANTOWN – GATC West Virginia played a role in a groundbreaking AI-powered analysis of a new cancer drug in development – an analysis that saved inestimable hours […]

01/22/2025

Every week, we feature two exceptional athletes from our community. Whether it's a game-winning moment, a new personal record, or outstanding sportsmanship, we are committed to celebrating their achievements.

🤼 Pepper Martin, Senior at University High School
🏀 Kayli Kellogg, Sophomore at Morgantown High School

Thank you to Mercedes-Benz of Morgantown for sponsoring this Athlete of the Week.

01/22/2025

Another day of bitter cold from that Arctic vice-grip weather pattern that moved in Sunday and still isn’t letting up – prompted district officials to again cancel classes for the day.

Twenty-two of the Mountain State’s 55 county districts did the same, including Mon’s neighbors of Preston and Marion.

The homework assignment for Monongalia County students on Tuesday, Jan. 21 was just as easy as it was serious. Said assignment? Do whatever you want. Just so […]

01/22/2025

Four new safety officers were recently hired – and their job description is a notch above those of the district’s current cadre of school resource officers, who have long been a presence in the hallway and on school grounds across Morgantown and Mon.

Monongalia County Schools just warmed up its safety net for every student, in every classroom, in the district. Four new safety officers were recently hired – and […]

01/21/2025

As the master developer for the East End Village development project, Dave Biafora has heard the questions time and again.

Is it really going to happen?
What’s it going to look like?

MORGANTOWN — As the master developer for the East End Village development project, Dave Biafora has heard the questions time and again. Is it really going to […]

01/21/2025

The city of Morgantown is set to tear down two structures located in the heart of its Wharf District previously identified as an “obstacle to development.”

Earlier this month, Morgantown City Council approved a $27,200 contract with Badger Construction for asbestos abatement, demolition and restoration of land at 59 Donley St. and 64 Hogue St.

MORGANTOWN — The city of Morgantown is set to tear down two structures located in the heart of its Wharf District previously identified as an “obstacle to […]

01/20/2025

Saturday’s Unity Breakfast at WVU honoring the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. wasn’t so much about the Dream – as it was the ongoing direction of it all. That was reflected in the young people who were recognized for their service and mission to the betterment of society at the gathering.

Photo Credit: Benjamin Powell

01/20/2025

Hope Gas’ proposal to abandon its Red Lines and convert about 479 customers to propane or electricity took a significant turn this week. Hope announced an arrangement with Diversified Midstream for Diversified to acquire the Red Lines.

MORGANTOWN – Hope Gas’ proposal to abandon its Red Lines and convert about 479 customers to propane or electricity took a significant turn this week. Hope announced […]

01/20/2025

Between Sept. 1, 2021 and Nov. 30, 2024, every person who boarded the bus on Mountain Line’s Don Knotts route rode for free.

It was a blanket effort from Morgantown, Monongalia County and Mountain Line to ensure anyone needing to get from downtown to the social services in Hazel’s House of Hope could do so without charge.

MORGANTOWN — Between Sept. 1, 2021 and Nov. 30, 2024, every person who boarded the bus on Mountain Line’s Don Knotts route rode for free. It was […]

01/19/2025

This evening, the West Virginia Men's Basketball team achieved a significant victory at the WVU Coliseum, triumphing over No. 2 Iowa State 64-57 while honoring the legacy of basketball legend Jerry West. 🏀

Video Credit: Benjamin Powell/ The Dominion Post

01/17/2025

A legal fight is brewing over whether to appoint a Republican or a Democrat to the West Virginia House of Delegates seat previously held by Joseph de Soto after the former delegate-elect switched parties prior to facing felony charges for threatening fellow lawmakers.

By STEVEN ALLEN ADAMS Staff Reporter CHARLESTON – A legal fight is brewing over whether to appoint a Republican or a Democrat to the West Virginia House […]

01/17/2025

Following Monday’s announcement of WVU Guarantee, WVU amplified on some aspects of the financial aid program in response to questions from The Dominion Post.

WVU Guarantee is open to resident undergraduate students at Morgantown, WVU Tech and Potomac State College whose family adjusted gross income is $65,000 or less. Students must complete the annual FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

[email protected] MORGANTOWN – Following Monday’s announcement of WVU Guarantee, WVU amplified on some aspects of the financial aid program in response to questions from The Dominion Post. […]

01/16/2025

Every week, we feature two exceptional athletes from our community. Whether it's a game-winning moment, a new personal record, or outstanding sportsmanship, we are committed to celebrating their achievements.

🤼 Austin Hummel, Freshman at University High School
🏀 Hannah Stemple, Senior at University High School

Thank you to Mercedes-Benz of Morgantown for sponsoring this Athlete of the Week.

01/15/2025

What an exciting day for the Pride of West Virginia and The Morgantown High School Band! They put on a fantastic performance in Charleston for West Virginia's 37th Governor Patrick Morrisey's Inauguration Celebration Parade, joining forces with so many other amazing Marching Bands from across the state. 🎉🎺

Photo Story: Benjamin Powell/ The Dominion Post

01/15/2025

Remembering Dr. King: Doors are a portal to compassion and understanding, if you just make the effort to open them.

Thursday made for an even busier morning than usual for Joan C. Browning, the author, activist and former Freedom Rider.

EDITOR’S NOTE Morgantown’s Community Coalition for Social Justice (CCSJ) is celebrating this Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at 2 p.m. Read more […]