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Governor Morrisey announces America250 Poetry Contest
1+ hour, 55+ min ago (151+ words) WDTV 5 BRIDGEPORT, W. Va (WDTV) - Governor Morrisey announced a new statewide America250 Poetry Contest, inviting West Virginians of all ages to submit original poems celebrating the history, heritage and shared values of West Virginia and the United States ahead of the nation's…...
Test results reveal concerning trends with some students" reading and math scores. Here"s why
3+ hour, 9+ min ago (516+ words) Indeed, the 13-year-olds who took the national test experienced the pandemic's disruption during formative elementary years of schooling. In a few years, they will have graduated " and they may still be behind. "The 13-year-olds who took this assessment last year…...
Secretary of State visits Boys State to promote youth voter engagement
22+ hour, 31+ min ago (75+ words) WDTV 5 Secretary of State visits Boys State to promote youth voter engagement West Virginia ranked least safe state for LGBTQ+ residents, according to new analysis Clarksburg fifth grader wins Italian Heritage Festival poster contest W. Va. man gets 17+ years after officials…...
Treasurer Pack reminds families to apply for Hope Scholarship before deadline closes
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (60+ words) WDTV 5 Treasurer Pack reminds families to apply for Hope Scholarship before deadline closes Pierpont Community & Technical College announces provost finalists Sen. Capito addresses Girls State at Davis and Elkins College Harrison County Animal Control calls for responsible ownership after Great…...
Davis & Elkins College celebrates completion of $25 million campaign for new Freshman Village
1+ week, 1+ day ago (288+ words) ELKINS, W. Va (WDTV) - Davis & Elkins College celebrated the completion of a $25 million campaign Monday to improve the college experience for freshmen. The new Freshman Village includes the newly built Glory Residence Hall and renovations to other halls on campus. The…...
More than 60 NCWV students named Golden Horseshoe recipients
2+ week, 2+ day ago (203+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va (WDTV) - More than 200 eighth-grade students will soon be recognized for their mastery of West Virginia history after being named recipients of the 2026 Golden Horseshoe award. The state Department of Education will host the Golden Horseshoe ceremony on June…...
Mental Health Monday: Children's Services
2+ week, 2+ day ago (228+ words) Chelsea Bly, the Associate Director of Children's Services at Valley Health, joined Holly Baratta to tell us about the available children's services at Valley Health. BRIDGEPORT, W. Va (WDTV) - The following sponsored content by Valley Healthcare System. Chelsea Bly, the Associate…...
SADD announces members of National Student Leadership Council, including Morgantown student
2+ week, 6+ day ago (57+ words) WDTV 5 SADD announces members of National Student Leadership Council, including Morgantown student Wren Baker shares MAJOR financial updates for the future of WVU athletics WVU Men's Basketball will play in players era 8 tournament in Las Vegas District 71 incumbent Laura Kimble…...
Experts urge parents to give kids a "Throwback Summer
3+ week, 1+ day ago (215+ words) WDTV 5 BRIDGEPORT, W. Va (WDTV) -In light of the premise of Toy Story 5 where traditional toys are cast aside for electronic devices the Kids Mental Health Foundation is urging parents to give their children a "Throwback Summer" focused on imaginative play…...
Teens are using AI for friendship, here are the potential risks
3+ week, 6+ day ago (728+ words) GREENVILLE, S. C. (Investigate TV) - Whether on the job or lounging on the couch at home, your phone is probably within reach. Phones keep us connected in the modern digital era and the American Psychological Association reports the children get their own…...