Stories That Shape The Mountain State

Jenna Maguire, former Student Government Association president at West Liberty University, was elected by her peers in 2023 to represent them on the WLU Board of Governors. She said serving in that role and having a direct vote on issues affecting the university community was both a privilege and a responsibility.

This fall, students across West Virginia are heading back to class under a significant new rule: no more phones during instructional time.

Lawrence Barrio moved his family from Florida to West Virginia earlier this year. In Florida, he obtained a religious exemption for school vaccinations for his children with little difficulty.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A new law banning certain food dyes and preservatives in West Virginia is drawing mixed reactions from families and health experts.

WHEELING, W.Va. - After suffering a concussion last season, Wheeling Central Catholic High School junior linebacker Dustin Sanner no longer steps onto the field without added protection. He now wears a Guardian Cap — an extra layer of soft-shell padding placed over his helmet designed to reduce the impact of head collisions.