John Shaver

3 days ago | wvnews.com | John Shaver

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — The 46th annual Three Rivers Festival is set to be held in Fairmont over Memorial Day weekend, and event organizers are excited to see friendly faces fill Palatine Park for carnival games, fair food and free, live entertainment. The Three Rivers Festival will be held from May 22 to May 24 at Palatine Park, kicking off with its annual parade that marches through Fairmont's downtown and east side areas.

6 days ago | wvnews.com | John Shaver

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Pierpont Community and Technical College held its 2025 commencement ceremony at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center Friday evening, celebrating about 180 graduates as they walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. Interim Pierpont President Dr. Michael Waide said he was honored to shine a light on the graduates after they had worked so hard to earn their degrees, and he spoke highly of their work ethic and commitment while at the community college.

1 week ago | wvnews.com | John Shaver

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — Earlier this week, the City of Fairmont opened the application process for the $626,159 it received in opioid settlement funding. Organizations that apply for the funding must directly or indirectly work with individuals or communities impacted by the opioid epidemic. Those who work directly with people impacted by the epidemic can request up to $100,000, while those who work indirectly with impacted communities can request up to $50,000.

1 week ago | wvnews.com | John Shaver

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — The Marion County Chamber of Commerce has named Dani DeVito as its next president, a position she will fill on June 2, according to a press release. The chamber began searching for a new leader after current president Pat Snively announced his impending departure earlier this year. “I’m deeply honored to step into this role and lead the Marion County Chamber of Commerce at such a pivotal time,” DeVito said in the press release.

1 week ago | wvnews.com | John Shaver

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — The West Virginia Small Business Administration honored four small business owners from across the state at its 2025 award ceremony Wednesday, shining a light on the local leaders officials said create the backbone of the Mountain State. The awards ceremony, held at the Robert H.