As the second week of training camp wound down at The Greenbrier Sports Performance Center in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., coach John Harbaugh evaluated the demanding stretch as a critical benchmark for the roster. Following four physical padded practices across five days, the team prepared to wrap up its time in West Virginia on Saturday … Read more
A new $40 million healthcare facility is officially underway in Barboursville, West Virginia, following a groundbreaking ceremony along state Route 2, according to local and state officials. The project will bring a 60,000-square-foot nursing and rehabilitation center featuring 124 licensed beds to the region, addressing growing demands for senior care and family health resources. Project … Read more
The Justice Department, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the state of West Virginia have reached a settlement requiring Chemours to pay $450 million for pollution stemming from its manufacturing facilities. The agreement mandates $280 million for clean drinking water supplies, $90 million for PFAS mitigation programs, $60 million for pollution control technology, and a … Read more
Trump EPA Rolls Back Environmental Protections: A Return to Haze and Pollution? A shift in policy by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Trump administration is raising concerns about air quality in and around national parks and wilderness areas. Recent actions indicate a weakening of the “regional haze rule,” a federal regulation designed to … Read more
Charleston’s Park Place Cinema: A Sign of Revitalized Downtown Entertainment? After nearly two years of darkness, the marquee at Park Place Cinema in Charleston, West Virginia, will once again shine bright. The theater, a community staple for over four decades, is slated to reopen on April 1st, following approval of a lease agreement between the … Read more
Supreme Court Signals Potential Shift in Transgender Rights and Athletics: What’s Next? The Supreme Court’s recent arguments regarding transgender athletes’ participation in school sports signal a potentially significant setback for transgender rights, building on a pattern of rulings over the past year. The case, involving bans in Idaho and West Virginia, isn’t just about sports; … Read more
January 8, 2026 / 1:34 AM EST / CBS Pittsburgh The Fragile Infrastructure: A Look at Bridge Demolitions and Future Risks The recent collapse of the Washington Avenue Bridge in Wheeling, West Virginia, during demolition serves as a stark reminder of the precarious state of much of America’s infrastructure. While thankfully injuries were not fatal, … Read more
Sydney Sweeney’s “Christy” and the Future of Biopics The Toronto International Film Festival buzzed with excitement as Sydney Sweeney stepped onto the scene, not for a fashion campaign, but for her powerful portrayal of boxer Christy Salters Martin in the biopic “Christy.” This film isn’t just a movie; it’s a window into the future of … Read more
Federal Intervention in DC: A Harbinger of Future Trends in Law Enforcement? The Escalating Federal Presence: A Sign of Things to Come? The deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., authorized by several Republican governors at the request of the Trump administration, raises critical questions about the future of federal-local relations and the role … Read more
The Future of Federal Intervention in Local Law Enforcement: A Tipping Point? The deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., and the federal government’s increasing involvement in local policing raise crucial questions about the future balance of power between federal and municipal authorities. While the article focuses on specific events from 2025, the underlying … Read more