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Upshur County Development Authority director named to Leadership West Virginia Class of 2025

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1 year ago

March 5, 2025

An economic development official from Upshur County has been named to the Leadership West Virginia Class of 2025. Upshur County Development Authority Director Brandon Tenney is one of 56 leaders chosen from a competitive pool of applicants across the state.

Pam Farris, executive director of Leadership West Virginia (LWV), emphasized the high quality of this year’s group.

She said, “The selection process is competitive since most applicants are qualified, but the individuals chosen this year have already made significant contributions in their careers and communities. We believe they stand ready to take their leadership to the next level and find effective solutions to shape a brighter future for West Virginia.”

Farris also highlighted LWV’s statewide mission.

“Leadership West Virginia equips participants with a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our state and fosters collaboration and innovation to find viable solutions,” she said.

Chad Prather, chair of the LWV Board of Directors, underscored the importance of connections.

“Connection is the largest benefit of this program. It’s not just about individual growth but about establishing relationships that cultivate and motivate change. By bringing together talent, knowledge, resources and passion, we’re creating a statewide community of leaders that we can all count to bring success to the Mountain State.”

Now in its 34th year, the Leadership West Virginia program spans seven months and covers topics such as healthcare, education, energy, government and tourism. Participants explore different regions of the state, develop leadership and communication skills and join more than 1,600 LWV alumni.

LWV is a statewide education and leadership development not-for-profit program affiliated with the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce. Its goal is to cultivate visionary individuals who use their talents to inspire others and drive West Virginia’s progress. More information is available at www.leadershipwv.org.

The Class of 2025 includes:

Omar Ahmad, Pullin Fowler Flanagan Brown & Poe PLLC (Huntington)
Jon Alexander, WV Air National Guard (Inwood)
Jeff Altizer, Skaff Engineering Company (Chapmanville)
Brittany Anderson, Bluefield State University (Bluefield)
Meridith Balas, West Virginia University (Morgantown)
Emily Kendra Bechtle, Walls & Associates PLLC (Southside)
Crystal Cook, West Virginia University Foundation (Madison)
Kerri Cooper, United Way of Central West Virginia (Alum Creek)
Brooks Crislip, West Virginia American Water (Charleston)
Kimberly Davis, Roane County Economic Development Authority (Spencer)
Tommy Dutton, Charles Ryan Associates (Charleston)
Michael Epperley, WesBanco Bank (Morgantown)
Katie Farmer, West Virginia University (Morgantown)
Leah Glover, The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation (Charleston)
Mark Graves, ROCKWOOL (Shepherdstown)
Shanna Gray, West Virginia CASA Association Inc. (Oak Hill)
Ray Harrell, Boone Memorial Health (Charleston)
Bradley Harris, Bradley Harris & Associates (Charleston)
Matthew Harvey, Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (Shepherdstown)
John Hebert, Dow (South Charleston)
Cheryl Henry, West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling (St. Albans)
Krista Hoffman, Jefferson County Development Authority (Inwood)
Jonathan Huffman, Encova (Elkview)
Mark Imbrogno, Jackson Kelly PLLC (Morgantown)
Jessica Iquinto, Hope Gas (Bridgeport)
Katie Hinerman Klug, Catholic Charities West Virginia (Wheeling)
Joey Kutz, Silling Architects (Saint Albans)
Bradley Lane, Appalachian Eye Care (Princeton)
Drew Laskowski, FamilyCare Health Centers (Scott Depot)
Jimmy Lemon, Bullseye Total Media (Huntington)
Robert Love, Love Chiropractic & Holistic Living PLLC (New River Gorge)
Evan Lynch, Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia (Charleston)
Jennifer Marrs, Pioneer Appalachia FCU (South Charleston)
Jennifer Mason, Dinsmore & Shohl (Lewisburg)
Christy McIntyre, City National Bank (Saint Albans)
Alissa Meeks, City of Charles Town (Charles Town)
Amber Nichols, Monongalia County Schools (Morgantown)
Lori Ogden, West Virginia University (Morgantown)
Meghan Parsons, The Jackson County Development Authority (Ripley)
Lacey Parsons, Highmark WV (Mineral Wells)
Myranda Pike, Vandalia Health (Charleston)
Abbey Reifsnyder, Digital Relativity (Charleston)
Kristan Rogers, Mon Health System, Vandalia Health (Bruceton Mills)
Andrew Sealy, Cardinal Creative (Morgantown)
James Shamblin, West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (Charleston)
Andrew Sheppard, GAI Consultants (South Charleston)
Ariana Shives, TechConnect West Virginia (Kenova)
Joshua Spence, Alpha Innovations (Hurricane)
Erikka Storch, Appalachian Power (Wheeling)
Deborah Swiger, Citizens Bank of West Virginia (Elkins)
Brandon Tenney, Upshur County Development Authority (Buckhannon)
Cassie Thomas, WVU Medicine WVU School of Medicine (Morgantown)
Jamie Tridico, Advanced Physical Therapy (Charleston)
Allison Williams, Steptoe & Johnson PLLC (Bridgeport)
Paige Withrow, West Virginia International Yeager Airport (Charleston)
Kelly Woodyard, Huntington National Bank (Charleston)

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Man facing multiple charges after two-day investigation

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June 15, 2026

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Man facing multiple charges after two-day investigation

KENOVA, W.Va. (WSAZ) – A man is facing multiple felony charges after a two-day investigation, according to West Virginia State Police.

On Friday, troopers say they responded to a brandishing complaint in Kenova.

During the investigation, troopers located the suspect, Skylar M. Larcart, 27, of Kenova, and found a firearm.

Troopers say they were then granted permission to search Larcart’s residence and vehicle. Their search resulted in the finding of a rifle, approximately 25 grams of marijuana and digital scales.

On Saturday, troopers say they also obtained a search warrant at Larcart’s residence.

During this search, investigators found multiple firearms, controlled substances and U.S. currency.

As a result of the investigation, Larcart was charged with 17 counts of persons prohibited from possessing firearms and three counts of possession of a controlled substance.

Troopers say over the course of the two-day investigation, Larcart accumulated a total of 21 felony charges and three misdemeanor charges.

Larcart is currently being held in the Western Regional Jail on a $20,000 bond.

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West Virginia Falls Short Against North Carolina

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11 hours ago

June 14, 2026

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West Virginia Falls Short Against North Carolina

The West Virginia Mountaineers (46-16) fell to the North Carolina Tarheels (53-12-1) Sunday night 5-2 in the second game of the College World Series.

With a little luck, North Carolina scratched a pair of runs in the bottom of the first inning. Junior Jake Schaffner hit a leadoff single back up the middle before junior Owen Hall rolled a single through the left side. Then, on the first pitch delivered junior Macon Winslow was awarded first base after it was ruled the ball hit his foot. Despite no evidence on replay, he remained at first.

West Virginia starting pitcher Maxx Yehl walked in the first run and junior Erik Paulsen brought in a run with a slow high chopper towards first for a 2-0 lead.

The Mountaineers pulled within a run in the third after senior Ben Lumsden singled to right field and advanced to second on a ground ball from junior Tyrus Hall. Then, junior Armani Guzman drove an RBI single to centerfield.

West Virginia evened the game in the fourth when senior Sean Smith received a leadoff walk and senior Matt Graveline singled to right centerfield, placing runners at the corners before sophomore Matt Ineich hit into a double play, but brought in the tying run.

In the seventh, the Tarheels took advantage of the West Virginia miscues to take the lead. An error from Hall at third put the leadoff hitter aboard. Then, with one out, a bobble ball from senior second baseman Brodie Kresser on a potential inning ending double play, put two aboard before junior Gavin Gallaher drove a two-RBI triple to right centerfield. Hull followed with a chopper over the mound for an RBI single before Yehl could get out of the frame as UNC held a 5-2 advantage.

Yehl took the mound in the eight and after giving up the eighth hit of the night, WVU head coach Steve Sabins turned to senior Reese Bassinger. The redshirt junior finished the night with seven strikeouts and was credited with two earned runs.

After North Carolina sophomore starting pitcher Ryan Lynch was removed in the fifth, sophomore Walker McDuffie tossed 4.2 scoreless innings before Ineich was issued a one-out walk and Kresser followed with a single to bring the tying run to the plate. UNC head coach Scott Forbes handed the ball to freshman right-hander Caden Glauber

Glauber closed the door with a pair of strikeouts as the Tarheels held on for the 5-2 decision.

West Virginia will face Troy on Tuesday in an elimination game. The first pitch is set for 2:00 p.m. EST and the action will be televised on ESPN.

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West Virginia Strikes Big in Transfer Portal, Lands Speedy OF Jack Cannon

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June 14, 2026

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West Virginia Strikes Big in Transfer Portal, Lands Speedy OF Jack Cannon

Steve Sabins said a few days ago that he has a soft spot for the guys at the lower level who grind for everything and aren’t entitled. Well, he just added another piece to the 2027 puzzle with someone who fits that bill in Le Moyne outfielder Jack Cannon (6’3”, 215).

“Let’s Go!! Thank the Lord Jesus Christ and everyone else who has guided me on this journey, but it’s time for the next chapter! Go Mountaineers,” Cannon tweeted when announcing his commitment to the program on Saturday.

Le Moyne is a Division I school, but is a low major, being a member of the NEC. Still, the skill set Cannon brings to Morganton is very transferable — he gets on base, and when he does, he typically ends up on second not too long after.

Cannon swiped 51 bags in 55 attempts this season, finishing the season with the second-most stolen bases in the country. Oh, and he also happens to rank second nationally in batting average (.439), recording 86 hits in 196 at-bats. It’s not all speed and contact, though; Cannon has some pop in that bat. He belted 10 homers and 19 doubles while driving in 64 runs. For the cherry on top, he doesn’t have much swing and miss in his game. He has a great feel for the strike zone, striking out just 28 times compared to 25 walks.

Potential role at West Virginia in 2027

Cannon was consistently in the three-hole for the Dolphins this season, but at West Virginia, there’s a chance he could be in the leadoff spot, especially if Armani Guzman is drafted (very likely) and signs. Then again, he could remain in the three-hole and have a similar type of impact that Paul Schoenfeld has had this season. Cannon does have more speed and a little more power than Schoenfeld, but the glove is very similar. Cannon will be a candidate to start in right field, but could also fill in at first base some as well. He is one of the very few players out there who throws left and bats right.

He will have one year of eligibility remaining under the current eligibility rules.