Teachers warn combining Tennerton with Buckhannon Academy would create one of West Virginia’s largest elementary schools

During long infusion and chemo days at WVU Cancer Institute’s Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center, patients like Judy McNair get free bag lunches delivered by volunteers.

Secretary of State Kris Warner announced four regional winners in West Virginia’s first “I Voted!” sticker contest, featuring hand-drawn designs from more than 1,100 eighth graders. Public voting is now open to all West Virginians.

West Virginia Wesleyan College has secured $2.583 million in congressionally directed funding, backed by Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, to upgrade aging HVAC systems across campus.

WVU is accepting applications for the Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship, a $20,000 annual award for graduate students with strong public service and a commitment to improving life in West Virginia. Apply online by 11:59 p.m. March 15 with required materials.

WVSSAC has approved girls wrestling as a preliminary sanctioned sport starting in 2026-27, creating an official girls-only state championship with regional qualifiers separate from the boys tournament.

The Tucker Community Foundation is urging Upshur County nonprofits to sign up for its Run For It campaign, a fundraiser that sends donations directly back to participating teams. Organizers say the event builds community, promotes health and has raised millions for local causes.