Mountaineer

Here in central Appalachia, we have plenty of high-tech skills, and many of us can connect to orbiting satellites, and therefore people and ideas on the…

West Virginia University’s mascot, the Mountaineer, is a big deal in the state. In fact, fans are called ‘Mountaineer Nation.’ West Virginians have long…

On this West Virginia Morning, we explore the concept of the West Virginia mountaineer. We’ll learn why the term isn’t just a sports mascot. We also bring…

Eli ‘‘Rimfire’’ Hamrick was born at Bergoo in Webster County on March 28, 1868. Considered one of the best woodsmen of his time, he often led coal and…

A selection committee has named Timothy Eads as West Virginia University's next Mountaineer mascot.Eads won a cheer-off competition held during the Feb.…

West Virginia University welcomed a new Mountaineer mascot to the fold Friday during the official "passing of the rifle" ceremony.The 65th Mountaineer is…

On this West Virginia Morning, we take a look at some changes that were made to the controversial religious freedom restoration act and Jessica Lilly…

West Virginia University will have a new mascot Wednesday evening. The selection process includes an application, interview and cheer off. One of the -…