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Local nonprofits are stepping up after TANF clothing voucher applications closed by expanding clothing closets (which serve families in need) and accepting donations across the region to help affected households.

This initiative will provide much-needed clothing support.

Kellogg announced it will remove artificial colors from its cereals by the end of 2026 to offer healthier choices at local stores.

WVU’s new CFO Chris Kabourek said he is ready to invest in the university by focusing on infrastructure upgrades & student affordability and by launching a 25- to 50-year master planning exercise following his appointment 60 days ago.

Governor Patrick Morrisey announced on Friday, Aug.

7 that over $2.1 million in grants will support West Virginia Child Advocacy Centers, with more than $550,000 allocated to six local programs helping vulnerable children in our WDTV coverage area.

At the 2026 Annual Conference in Charleston, the West Virginia Municipal League honored local leaders and innovative municipal projects.

The event celebrated smart ideas that help build better local services.

A study found that black lung disease has surged among long-tenured underground coal miners in Central Appalachia — reaching 32.5% prevalence — as dust exposure increased.

The report underscores ongoing health risks for miners and their communities.

Former Morgantown High School standout Sharron Young, a three-time state champion and Bill Evans Award winner, joined Western Kentucky in mid-April after strong seasons at Akron.

He hopes his defensive play and ball-handling skills help WKU build on last season's record.

At fall camp, WVU coach Rich Rodriguez said true freshmen including offensive lineman Kevin Brown and running back Amari Latimer are showing promise as they work to adapt to a faster game and aim for starting roles this season in Morgantown.

WVU Sports Hall of Fame announced the 2026 inductees (John Beilein, Kadeisha Buchanan, Dennis Fowlkes, Bria Holmes, Alex Kasich, Ashley Lawrence and Craig Turnbull) who will be honored on Saturday, Oct.

10 before the football game against Arizona.