In a vivid metaphor of passing ships, West Virginia and Kansas took sharply different turns on the gridiron. While Kansas forged ahead with promise, West Virginia’s “ship” hit troubled waters on the Kansas prairie. The Mountaineers’ fortunes quickly dimmed in a matchup that left fans pondering the stark contrast.

Mark Allen Hamrick, 68, passed away at his home in Morgantown on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Born September 9, 1956, in Fort Mead, Maryland, he is remembered by those who knew him for his life in Morgantown. Details of his passing were originally published in The Dominion Post.

As a significant winter storm looms, West Virginia has declared a state of preparedness across all 55 counties. Forecasts predict heavy snowfall and strong winds, prompting mobilization of emergency resources and urging residents to stay vigilant.