This bud's for you May 5, 2008
Campaigning in Clarksburg, West Virginia, he said that his scrappy wife can win working-class voters, as compared with Obama's Viognier-and-Volvo set. "The great divide in this country is not by race or even income, it's by those who think they are better than everyone else and think they should play by a different set of rules," the former president said. (International Herald Tribune)
Obama's quandary over preacher reflects supporters' divide May 3, 2008
Former President Bill Clinton will campaign for his wife Hillary's presidential bid in Clarksburg and Morgantown on Thursday. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (Charleston Gazette)
To some, name of Pa. eatery in bad taste Apr 16, 2008
Park, now a 25-year-old college student, grew up in Clarksburg, W.Va. the adopted daughter of white parents. (Boston Globe)
The latest Cheerleader of the Week Feb 8, 2008
Name: Chrissy Kemmner School: West Virginia University Birth Date: April 13, 1987 Hometown: Clarksburg, WV Year: Junior Major: Psychology. 1. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Rodriguez trying to keep WVU suit in federal court Feb 6, 2008
Those are among the arguments attorney Marv Robon made in documents arguing the lawsuit should remain in U.S. District Court in Clarksburg, W.Va. The university wants the case sent back to Monongalia County Circuit Court in Morgantown, where it originated. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Old-fashioned deal-making wins in W.Va. Feb 6, 2008
com; Beth Gorczyca Ryan of WBOY-TV in Clarksburg, W.Va. and Mike Waterhouse and Scott Saxton of WSAZ-TV in Huntington, W.Va. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Rodriguez mess a focus as recruiting day looms Feb 3, 2008
" Yet the stories keep on coming, as with the response filed Friday by Rodriguez's legal team in federal court in Clarksburg, W.Va., stating its side of the lawsuit originally brought by the university two days after Christmas, when papers were served to Rodriguez at his Morgantown-area home. The university claims Rodriguez breached his contract and owes it a $4 million buyout; Rodriguez says it is the university which breached the contract when it didn't come through with verbal and written... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Rodriguez targets WVU Foundation in response to university's suit Feb 2, 2008
Largely, Rodriguez's answer to the lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Clarksburg restated many of the arguments his camp has made since Dec. 18, when his resignation sparked a feud with the school. His lawyers have ratcheted up the stakes by drawing the WVU Foundation into the matter. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Rodriguez claims fraud, smear campaign by WVU Feb 2, 2008
In the 27-page answer filed this afternoon in federal court in Clarksburg, W.Va. Rodriguez's attorneys also contended that the university "prematurely" filed its suit Dec. 27, failed to get the full authority of the Board of Governors in whose name the suit was lodged and needs to add a co-plaintiff -- the WVU Foundation. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
One pitcher talks, one is mum about steroids Feb 1, 2008
5 million to buy out the final six years of his contract, according to a letter of credit filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Clarksburg, W.Va. Tom Flaherty, an attorney representing the university, said WVU has no interest in resolving this for $1. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
The Wednesday Inside Scoop Jan 31, 2008
"CBSLast four out: Seton Hall, Oregon, Providence, BYUBruins NationWe will start today's Ben Ball round up with some really cool news out of Oregon. A very classy gesture from University of Oregon:You have to tip your hat to Kilkenny for that move. Well done and I think that will make lot of Ducks' alums proud. For our part let's move on.We also have some good news from our team. Luc is back in practice. From LAT's report sounds like he is doing all right and will play against ASU tomorrow... (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
BC football to open at Kent St. in 2008 Jan 30, 2008
5 million letter of credit with the US District Court in Clarksburg, W. Va. The university claims Rodriguez owes $4 million for breaking his contract and moving on to Michigan. (Boston Globe)
Rodriguez offers to pay part of buyout Jan 30, 2008
5 million to buy out the final six years of his contract, according to a letter of credit filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Clarksburg, W.Va. Schlabach: Ugly divorce. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Rodriguez says he'll pay WVU what court orders Jan 30, 2008
5 million letter of credit with the U.S. District Court in Clarksburg. Rodriguez and his attorneys claim that's the maximum he could owe under his interpretation of the contract -- an amount spelled out in a "maximum liquidated damages provision" that Rodriguez says was in effect when he resigned Dec. 18. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Rodriguez offers hint of compromise Jan 30, 2008
5 million letter of credit in U.S. District Court in Clarksburg, W.Va. It is a document with a 90-day expiration date that essentially says if a West Virginia University representative came to the Bank of Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, Mich. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Former WVU coach Rodriguez files for $1.5 million letter of credit Jan 30, 2008
According to documents filed in the U.S. District Court in Clarksburg, Rodriguez's credit is valid for 90 days and he was filing it "in the spirit of compromise and as an act of good faith to assure West Virginia University that if this Honorable Court makes an award against Defendant said monies will be paid.". West Virginia University sued Rodriguez to recover a $4 million buyout from his contract. (FOX23.com, OK)
Rodriguez puts up $1.5 million toward buyout Jan 30, 2008
When that date passed with no payment, WVU attorneys on Jan. 20 filed a second, breach-of-contract claim with the court in Clarksburg, W.Va. Mr. Rodriguez's legal team has said it will claim that the university breached written and verbal contracts with him. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Thomas Ray Hillegas Jan 28, 2008
He was a member of the Bridgeport United Methodist Church, an active member with the Republican Party, and a regular contributor to the Clarksburg Mission. He also worked for more than 30 years as a member of the Blue Knob Ski Patrol. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Grand Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles Launches Investigation of Alleged Discrimination Jan 24, 2008
GROVE CITY, Ohio, Jan. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- The international leadership of the Fraternal Order of Eagles has launched a formal investigation into recent allegations of discrimination at the Clarksburg, WV Aerie. "We have not received a formal complaint, however discrimination allegations have been reported in the media," said Bill Loffer, Chairman of the Board of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. (PR Newswire)
Marshall, WVU In Capital Classic Tonight Jan 24, 2008
On the women's side, head coach is from Clarksburg while Marshall junior Meg Withrow is from Nitro, although sophomore forward Chantelle Handy (originally from Durham, England) played high school basketball at Mount de Chantal in Wheeling, W.Va. The Dawg, 93. (Goherd.com)
B-Us Carrier named states top track athlete Jan 20, 2008
CLARKSBURG While Chelsea Carrier is already making a name for herself as a freshman on the West Virginia University track and field team, she put the final stamp on her record-setting high school career Sunday. Carrier, a four-year standout at Buckhannon-Upshur High School, has been selected as the 2007 McCoy Award winner as the states Trackperson of the Year. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Woman claims Patriots' Moss first to propose settlement Jan 18, 2008
Washington, who grew up in Clarksburg, W.Va. about two hours from Moss's boyhood home of Rand, W.Va. (Boston Globe)
Rodriguez claims he's target of 'smear campaign' Jan 18, 2008
"West Virginia has sued him to collect on a $4 million buyout clause in his contract. On Wednesday, the case was transferred from Monongalia County Circuit Court to U.S. District Court in Clarksburg. The court filing indicated Rodriguez had established residency in Michigan by the time the lawsuit was filed. "We're perfectly comfortable and happy to litigate this case in any court," said Thomas Flaherty, a Charleston attorney representing the university. "This is not unanticipated. " The move... (ESPN -- College Football News)
Rodriguez responds Jan 18, 2008
On Wednesday, the case was transferred from Monongalia County Circuit Court to U.S. District Court in Clarksburg. The court filing indicated Rodriguez had established residency in Michigan by the time the lawsuit was filed. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cardiac emergency Jan 14, 2008
In 2002, the Health Care Authority approved three demonstration sites Saint Francis, Weirton Medical Center and United Hospital Center in Clarksburg to see whether catheterizations could be done without surgery backup. The authority hired the West Virginia Medical Institute to evaluate the pilot programs. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Court briefs: Harrison woman faces fraud charge Jan 11, 2008
CLARKSBURG A federal grand jury returned indictments against three people on Tuesday, including a Harrison County woman accused of mail fraud and aggravated identity theft, the U.S. Attorneys Office announced ... Also on Tuesday, the grand jury indicted Robert Walls, 41, of West Milford, charging him with stealing guns from federally licensed dealers in Clarksburg and Buckhannon. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Death Without Mercy Jan 6, 2008
Young Michelle Goots, raised in nearby Clarksburg, was no different and her dream came true. "Shelly," as she liked to be called, was a straight-A student and cheerleader in high school. (CBS News)
Seven strange travel surcharges Jan 4, 2008
"Then I found out they charged $36 a night for turndown service," says Millstone, a veteran travel agent from Clarksburg, West Virginia. Now, for the uninitiated, "turndown" service means that just before bedtime, your housekeeper pulls down the bedspreads, drops a chocolate on your pillow and draws the curtains. (CNN -- Travel)
Champion Announces Record Results for 2007 and Fourth Quarter Jan 3, 2008
Champion serves its customers through the following companies/divisions: Chapman Printing (West Virginia and Kentucky); Stationers, Champion Clarksburg, Capitol Business Interiors, Garrison Brewer, Carolina Cut Sheets, U.S. Tag and Champion Morgantown (West Virginia); Champion Output Solutions (West Virginia); The Merten Company (Ohio); Smith rfield (Indiana and Kentucky); Champion Graphic Communications (Louisiana); Interform Solutions and Consolidated Graphic Communications (Pennsylvania, New... (PR Newswire)
Sloppy, slippery, powdery, pretty Jan 3, 2008
As of 4 p.m., Beckley had received about 2 inches of snow, Clarksburg 4 inches and Weston 5 inches, he said. Totals were higher in the states eastern mountains. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Fiesta Bowl Notebook: Sooners to miss 3 defensive starters Jan 1, 2008
Kicker-punter Pat McAfee of Plum, a communications major, joined the media for media day by grabbing a microphone for Clarksburg, W.Va. s WBOY-TV and comically interviewing select Mountaineers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
20th Century Images Dec 31, 2007
In 1819, a state road opened between Clarksburg and Morgantown, and a halfway stopping point between the two cities was needed. Land considered too rough and poor for cultivation was selected for the town, which was named Middletown. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Sunday Gazette-Mail West Virginians of the Year Dec 30, 2007
1968 PHYLLIS CURTIN, from Clarksburg, GEORGE CRUMB JR. from Charleston, opera soprano and composer. 1969 DR. DANIEL HALE, Princeton physician and conservationist, created flood control dam and safe water supply. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
FSU coordinator Jimbo Fisher opens up about considering West Virginia job Dec 28, 2007
She's 71 now, and lives in Clarksburg, W.Va ... He talked about growing up in Clarksburg, W.Va. (Orlando Sentinel)
FBI Plans To Create Vast Biometric Database Dec 26, 2007
Dharmendra Ashwal - AHN Clarksburg, W.Va ... Biometric information such as: fingerprints, handprints, mugshots, the way a person walks, ear lobe shape and size, and iris scans, are being collected in a secure building in Clarksburg, W. Va. (AHN)
Jimbo Fisher puts end to speculation about West Virginia Dec 24, 2007
support had been mounting for the Big East school to hire native son Fisher, whose mother and brother still live in Clarksburg about two hours up Interstate 79 from the WVU campus. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, citing unnamed sources, reported on Sunday: "With a prod from Gov. Joe Manchin, West Virginia officials made a push for Fisher and garnered the donor support necessary for a long-term deal and Fisher buyout cost.". (USA Today -- Sports)
FSU's Fisher spurns WVU top job Dec 24, 2007
His mother and brother live in Clarksburg, about two hours from the campus. On Dec. 10, Wetherell introduced Fisher as Bowden's successor whenever Bowden decides to retire. (The Palm Beach Post)
Fisher staying at FSU, turns down W. Va. Dec 24, 2007
Fisher staying at FSU, turns down W. Va. Fisher staying at FSU, turns down W. Va. (The Palm Beach Post)
Jimbo Fisher declines WVU head coach offer Dec 24, 2007
Fisher, 42, of Clarksburg, W.Va. and President T.J. Wetherell -- vacationing in Montana -- spoke as many as six times yesterday, and Fisher also talked with the legendary coach he is contractually bound to replace someday, Bobby Bowden. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
FBI plans giant database of people's physical characteristics Dec 24, 2007
That's the bottom line," said Thomas Bush, assistant director of the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services Division, which operates the database from its headquarters in the Appalachian foothills. The increasing use of biometrics for identification is raising questions about the ability of Americans to avoid unwanted scrutiny. It is drawing criticism from those who worry that people's bodies will become de facto national identification cards. Critics say that such government initiatives... (San Francisco Chronicle)
FBI Prepares Vast Database Of Biometrics; $1 Billion Project to Include Images of Irises and Faces... Dec 23, 2007
At the West Virginia University Center for Identification Technology Research (CITeR), 45 minutes north of the FBI's biometric facility in Clarksburg, researchers are working on capturing images of people's irises at distances of up to 15 feet, and of faces from as far away as 200 yards. Soon, those researchers will do biometric research for the FBI.. (The Drudge Report)
Katrina-displaced cooks help spread love of Cajun, Creole fare Dec 23, 2007
(AP) - It's midmorning, and the beignets are long gone at at Bon Appetit - a New Orleans restaurant in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Behind a Plexiglas wall, a cook is chopping vegetables for lunch. (KSLA.com, LA)
WVU Coaching Search: Florida State heir Fisher moves to front of pack Dec 23, 2007
Fisher, a native of Clarksburg, W.Va. has emerged as the Mountaineers' consensus candidate to succeed new Michigan coach Rich Rodriguez. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Add some spice Dec 23, 2007
Katrina-displaced chef whips up Cajun meals in downtown Clarksburg ... CLARKSBURG Its midmorning at Bon Appetit, and the beignets are long gone ... Former New Orleans chef LeRoy Crump Jr. stands outside his new Cajun restaurant Bon Appetit in Clarksburg on Dec. 11. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Fisher new WVU candidate Dec 22, 2007
It's a delicate situation, because Fisher, a native of Clarksburg, W.Va. cannot even interview or have any personal contact whatsoever with West Virginia officials. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Holliday, 2 others interviewed Dec 19, 2007
Unlike one candidate previously mentioned, Florida State offensive coordinator Jimbo Fisher of Clarksburg, W.Va. who is contractually bound as Bobby Bowden's Seminoles successor, Bradley has not been singled out as a coach-in-waiting to become Joe Paterno's successor at Penn State. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Simon leaves Islanders after incident Dec 18, 2007
Also being mentioned as a West Virginia candidate is Florida State offensive coordinator Jimbo Fisher, a Clarksburg, W.Va. native. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
United Airlines adds 9 cities to East Coast service Dec 7, 2007
Though touted as opening up the world to fliers in Beckley, Clarksburg, Morgantown and Parkersburg, the new service does not include Mercer County Airport, which lost its commercial air service last month ... Service to and from the nation's capital and Clarksburg and Morgantown is set to begin Jan. 21, followed by service with Altoona, Pa. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Tailgating highlights (feature photos) Dec 2, 2007
Mike Hinzman of Clarksburg awaits the kickoff at a tailgating tent ... Mike Hinzman of Clarksburg awaits the kickoff at a tailgating tent. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
WVU focusing on 'the little things' Dec 1, 2007
It's an ESPN broadcast, meaning not only another national stage for the Bowl Championship Series' second-ranked Mountaineers, but also a game in front of play-by-play announcer Mike Patrick, a fellow West Virginian from Clarksburg. It's the 100th border skirmish with the rival from the same Western Pennsylvania that produced 19 Mountaineers regulars, a half-dozen starters and a pile of passion for Backyard Brawling. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Assistant prosecutor arrested after wreck Nov 29, 2007
Reynolds car was found crashed in Clarksburg at about 11 p.m. Nov. 10, according to the complaint ... About 15 minutes later, Reynolds, 53, of Clarksburg, walked to the scene, and a Clarksburg police officer asked him about the driver of his 2002 Chevy Trailblazer, according to the complaint ... A couple of days after the incident he told a Clarksburg police officer who the driver was, said Harrison County Prosecuting Attorney Joe Shaffer. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Company named to run new Capitol food court Nov 28, 2007
Best known for operating federal agency cafeterias and dining facilities in the Washington, D.C. area, Guest Services also manages the Canaan Valley Resort and Conference Center and provides food services for the FBI center near Clarksburg. Instead of a lease, Guest Services will pay the state a 3 percent commission on all sales of up to $1. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
State to re-examine purchase of nursing homes Nov 28, 2007
HCR Manor Care operates Heartland nursing homes in Charleston, Beckley, Clarksburg, Keyser, Martinsburg, Kingwood and Rainelle. The issue is about nursing home caregivers standing up and speaking out for people who cant speak for themselves, said Jennifer Farmer, a union spokeswoman. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Optometry was perfectly all right for me Nov 26, 2007
His father practiced optometry for years in Clarksburg ... In 1990, after working with his father for 20 years in Clarksburg, he joined his sons practice in Charleston ... I grew up in Clarksburg, next to the theater and the funeral home. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Best ever from the Kanawha Valley? It could be Tyson Nov 25, 2007
In a 32-7 state title game win over Clarksburg Victory, Tyson carried 14 times for 143 yards. Former East Bank assistant coach Rodger House remembers a 1970 game where Tyson and the Mountain Lions beat the Pioneers 74-20. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Bridge waits on weather Nov 15, 2007
It is the last uncompleted segment of Corridor D, a four-lane roadway linking Clarksburg and Cincinnati, initially authorized in 1965. Work on the bridge began in the spring of 2005 under a very aggressive construction schedule said Marvin Murphy, state highway engineer for the West Virginia Department of Transportation. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Delegates question nursing home deal Nov 14, 2007
House Majority Leader Joe DeLong, D-Hancock, said the state Health Care Review Authority has moved too quickly to approve the sale of the Heartland nursing homes in Charleston, Beckley, Clarksburg, Keyser, Martinsburg, Kingwood and Rainelle. They joined officials in five other states and a congressional inquiry into the sale of HCR Manor Care, the nations largest nursing home chain, to the Carlyle Group in a $6. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Virginia-Wise drubs WVU Tech 55-14 Nov 11, 2007
Bill Kehrer, a Clarksburg native who began the season as Techs defensive coordinator, was named the interim coach. In Kehrers third game, the Golden Bears downed Campbellsville 41-16 for what would be their only win of the year. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Pipeline to Wall Street Oct 28, 2007
Before that, it operated in the state out of an office in Clarksburg, managed by Kenneth Mariani, who remains general manager of the division. Privately owned, EnerVest raises money from big institutional investors like pension funds and insurance companies, then plows that capital into oil and gas exploration and production. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Business)
No White-out for Rutgers' defenders this year Oct 27, 2007
and WBOY-TV Clarksburg, W.Va. WWVA-AM (1170) and Mountaineer Sports Network. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
DuPont guilty of wanton, willful, reckless conduct Oct 20, 2007
CLARKSBURG DuPont was convicted Friday of wanton, willful and reckless conduct, and ordered to pay $196. 2 million in punitive damages for its actions at a former zinc-smelting plant, where residents claimed the chemical giant had lied to them for decades about health threats from pollution. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
New lawyers admitted to practice Oct 20, 2007
Katherine Logan Roberts, Charleston; Melissa Townsend Roman, Clarksburg; Thomas Clark Rose, Morgantown; Christina Joann Rumbach, Jane Lew; Katherine Marie Scharf, Charleston; Rena Katharine Seidler, Atlanta; Krista Gwynne, Morgantown; Cary Beth Shinn, Point Pleasant; Charles Arthur Sinsel IV, Clarksburg; Stuart Maynard Slaven, Washington, D.C.; Kristina Dianne Smith, Morgantown; Melisha Dawn Souders, Berkeley Springs; Sarah Ann Stewart, Moorefield; Richard Allan Sussmann, Inwood; Lynn Carmen... (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Bulletin board: Oct. 20, 2007 Oct 20, 2007
A second meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Harrison Public Library, 404 W. Pike St., Clarksburg. For more information, contact state director Tim Fittro at (304) 295-0053 or tim. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
DuPont ordered to pay almost $200M in punitive damages in West Virginia smelter case Oct 20, 2007
By Vicki Smith ASSOCIATED PRESS. 2:46 p.m. October 19, 2007. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Medical Monitoring Ordered in Waste Case Oct 11, 2007
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