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Longstreth named president of the Marion County Commission in aftermath of district map lawsuit
4+ hour, 29+ min ago (196+ words) Longstreth named president of the Marion County Commission in aftermath of district map lawsuit'Times West Virginian The Marion County Commission is shown here during a meeting from April 2, 2025. FAIRMONT " County Commissioner Linda Longstreth accepted the role of president of the…...
Conservationists in Kenya pay tribute to beloved 'super tusker' elephant Craig, who died at age 54
1+ week, 4+ day ago (237+ words) Kenyans are mourning the death of a beloved 'super tusker' elephant named Craig. He lived in Amboseli National Park and symbolized Kenya's efforts to protect elephants from poachers. Craig died Saturday at age 54 from natural causes. The Kenya Wildlife Service…...
In a former church, the Denver Police Brotherhood Gym uses boxing to cultivate a community beacon
2+ week, 22+ hour ago (237+ words) In a former church, the Denver Police Brotherhood Gym uses boxing to cultivate a community beacon'Times West Virginian Winter Weather Advisory until THU 10:00 AM EST Coach Jesse Cordova works with Jan Carrasco as he practices on a heavy bag at…...
Iowa State, Kansas State decline bowl bids, each fined $500,000 by Big 12
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (239+ words) The Big 12 Conference announced it would fine Iowa State and Kansas State $500,000 each for opting out of bowl participation. Both schools are going through coaching transitions with Matt Campbell leaving Iowa State for Penn State and Chris Klieman announcing his…...
Mountaineers fall 41-10 to Kansas Jayhawks
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (312+ words) MORGANTOWN " They were two ships passing in the night, each going in an opposite direction, these football teams that were West Virginia and Kansas. WVU quarterback Khalil Wilkins runs the ball in the Mountaineers' 41-10 loss to Kansas. MORGANTOWN " They were…...
Royals secure 4th consecutive series victory with late rally vs. Blue Jays
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (203+ words) (TNS)" If the Kansas City Royals are going to climb the American League wild-card standings, they'll need to find a way to defeat the top teams. Kyle Isbel (28) of the Kansas City Royals celebrates scoring a run with Salvador Perez…...
Pitcher Seth Lugo gets $46 million guaranteed by Kansas City Royals for 2026 and '27
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (276+ words) The Kansas City Royals have agreed to a $46 million, two-year contract with right-hander Seth Lugo for 2026 and 2027, a move that signals their intention to push for a second consecutive playoff appearance. The deal includes a $3 million signing bonus, annual salaries…...
Hunter Dickinson, Zeke Mayo lead Kansas basketball to Senior Day win over Arizona
10+ mon, 6+ day ago (134+ words) Arizona forward Trey Townsend (4) and Kansas center Hunter Dickinson (1) battle for a rebound during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Lawrence, Kan. Kansas center Hunter Dickinson, left, shoots over Arizona forward Tobe Awaka (30) during…...