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West Virginia’s Offense Evens Series with Kansas

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May 1, 2022

West Virginia’s Offense Evens Series with Kansas

Lawrence, KS – Following a 7-3 loss within the sequence opener Friday evening, the West Virginia Mountaineers delivered 4 residence runs, two from Freshman Grant Hussey, in a bounce again 10-7 win over the Kansas Jayhawks Saturday night.

West Virginia put a run on the board within the prime of the primary after J.J. Wetherhold and Victor Scott hit consecutive doubles to seize the early 1-0 benefit.

Kansas answered within the backside of the inning after three consecutive hits, capped off with a two RBI double down the fitting subject line from Caleb Upshaw, giving the Jayhawks the 2-1 lead after one.

Grant Hussey lifted his first residence run of the sport within the second inning to tie the sport at two.

Then, McGwire Holbrook blasted a solo residence run within the third to regain the Mountaineer lead 3-2. Dylan Ditzenberger tied the sport within the backside of the inning with a solo shot over centerfield.

Within the fourth, consecutive walks from Cole Larson put two aboard for the Mountaineers earlier than Austin Davis smacked a three-run residence run over the leftfield wall to reclaim the Mountaineer lead 6-3.

Kansas tied the sport within the backside of the inning, and it began with a leadoff solo shot from Cooper McMurray. West Virginia beginning pitcher Ben Hampton recorded his fifth strikeout, then strolling the subsequent Jayhawk batter earlier than head coach Randy Mazey known as out to his bullpen for Chris Sleeper.

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Tavian Josenberger got here out aggressive, swinging on the primary pitch, singling via the fitting facet and positioned runners on the corners earlier than Dylan Ditzenberger hit a tough groundball down the third final analysis for an RBI double, and Maui Ahuna knotted the sport on a sacrifice floor ball.

Cooper McMurray recaptured the Jayhawk lead within the fifth along with his second solo residence run.

Within the sixth, Mikey Kluska labored a leadoff stroll, Tevin Tucker singled on the primary pitch, putting runners on the corners, then Austin Davis doubled to left centerfield to tie the sport at seven. Victor Scott hit an RBI infield single, and Tevin Tucker scored on a handed ball to cap off a three-run sixth inning.

Sleeper stored the Jayhawks off the board via seven and Chase Smith got here within the ultimate two innings holding Kansas hitless whereas Grant Hussey supplied a bit cushion with a solo blast within the ninth because the Mountaineers picked up the win 10-7.

The sequence deciding recreation three is scheduled for Sunday with the primary pitch set for 1:00 pm EST. The sequence finale might be streaming on ESPN+.

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West Virginia farmers navigate severe drought

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July 27, 2024

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West Virginia farmers navigate severe drought

According to the USDA drought monitor, nearly all West Virginians are living in drought conditions and the lack of water impacts more than just home gardens.

The latest map published Thursday showed more than half the state in severe drought conditions.

Leslie Burdette is the co-owner of Shady Oaks Farm in Putnam County and she said they had a record year of sales because of earlier harvests. She credits their irrigation system for keeping their crops alive but without additional rainfall, this year’s grapes and next year’s blueberry could be impacted.

Their rain gauge was complete empty during our visit. Several government organizations report this is West Virginia’s 12th driest year on record.

“It’s been pretty extreme plus the brutal heat, the temperature and the high humidity. So, it’s everything together, it’s like the perfect storm,” Burdette said.

Friday, Governor Jim Justice issued a state of emergency because of dry conditions. This will allow the state’s emergency management division to respond to drought-related issues.

The Burdette’s said regardless of the drought conditions, West Virginians are resilient.

“It’s passion. I mean, you’ll find with every farmer that that’s what it is. I mean there’s so many farmers and that’s the one thing we all have in common,” she said.

A couple Jackson County, W.Va. farmers told Eyewitness News over the phone, some of their corn crops are suffering and need moisture.

According to the state’s conservation agency, livestock producers having a difficult time getting water in moderate or higher droughts, are eligible to receive cost sharing programs for things like portable water tanks.

The governor’s disaster declaration will last for 30 days unless the governor issues another proclamation to make it expire.

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John McHugh appointed as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration

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July 27, 2024

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John McHugh appointed as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced John McHugh as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration, replacing Mark Scott, who served in the position since 2021.

McHugh most recently served as the Deputy Secretary of Administration and Director of the General Services Division. A state employee since 2006, McHugh brings extensive knowledge and experience to his role, holding previous leadership positions in the Real Estate Division, Right of Way Division, and at the Board of Medicine.

Additionally, McHugh brings extensive experience from his tenure with the West Virginia Military Authority’s Construction and Facilities Management Office. He is also a licensed West Virginia Contractor.

McHugh graduated from the WVU College of Law and the United States Army War College, earning a master’s degree in strategic studies. In 2017, he retired from the West Virginia Army National Guard after over 30 years of service, attaining the rank of Colonel.

During his military career, he was Battalion Commander for the 771st Battalion Troop Command, Brigade Commander for the 77th Brigade Troop Command, and State Army Aviation Officer. He is a Desert Storm veteran and was awarded the Air Medal for meritorious service as a Medevac helicopter pilot.

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50 Kanawha County educators selected for free master's program through WVU – WV MetroNews

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July 27, 2024

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50 Kanawha County educators selected for free master's program through WVU – WV MetroNews

Kanawha County Schools teachers selected for the master’s degree program with WVU President Gordon Gee, WVU College of Applied Human Sciences Dean Autumn Cyprès, KCS Superintendent Dr. Williams, and WVU Director of the School of Education Dr. Nate Sorber (Photo from Kanawha County Schools).

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — 50 educators in Kanawha County flocked to South Charleston High School Friday afternoon to be recognized for being selected for a paid-for master’s degree from West Virginia University.

WVU President Gordon Gee recognized the 50 teachers that applied and were selected to receive the master’s degree in Literacy Education with a Reading Specialist certification. The degree and textbooks for this online program will be paid in full for each teacher by Kanawha County Schools as part of the county’s dedication to furthering literacy education post-COVID.

Among the selected were teachers from all grade levels, but mainly K-5 teachers. Special education teachers were also included.

To be selected, the teachers in Kanawha County had to fill out an application with letters of recommendation from supervisors, as well as writing an essay explaining why they wanted to do the cohort.

Gee says this program shows that educators in the state want to serve.

“This program is a wonderful reminder that we, not just in Kanawha County but across West Virginia, have a high level of interest from teachers who want to be here and want to serve.”

The cohort will begin for these 50 individuals in August with an expected completion date of May 2026.

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