The WVU football team crushed Coastal Carolina in the opening game of the 2010 football season. Sophomore Geno Smith got his first collegiate start as the Mountaineers new quarterback. The Mountaineers got the ball to start the game. They scored on that first possession as Smith threw a four-yard touchdown pass to J. D. Woods. The score was Wood’s first collegiate touchdown catch. That gave the Mountaineers the early 7-0 lead to start the game. The next score did not come until the second quarter. Jock Sanders had a 41-yard run that put the Mountaineers at the six-yard line. Unable to score a touchdown, sophomore kicker Tyler Bitankurt kicked a 21-yard field goal to give the Mountaineers a 10-0 lead. With 1:13 left in the first half, the Mountaineers got the ball back. But, Smith turned the ball over and threw an interception giving the ball back to Coastal Carolina. On their first pass attempt however, Brandon Hogan re-intercepts the ball in the back of the endzone. The Mountaineers get the ball again with 67 seconds in the half, but are unable to score giving them a 10-0 lead going into halftime. The Mountaineers next score comes in the third quarter, when Smith throws a 17-yard touchdown pass, his second, to Sanders to make the lead 17-0. Coastal Carolina had a chance to score but missed a 47-yard field goal. Running back Noel Devine fumbled the ball on WVU’s next possession after the field goal. This gives the ball back to Coastal Carolina, and they have another chance to score but miss another field goal. The mountaineers next score comes near the end of the third quarter. Tavon Austin has a 33-yard run that sets up Ryan Clarke’s 1-yard touchdown run. This makes the score 24-0. The Mountaineers score one more time. Devine has another big run, this time 39 yards. This sets up another touchdown from four yards out. The Mountaineers win with a final score of 31-0. Four Mountaineers scored in the game. Robert Sands, Coal Bowers, and Austin all were injured in the game. Getting his first collegiate start, Smith finished with two touchdown passes, passes for 216 yards, and is 20 of 27 passing. Devine has another game rushing for over 100 yards. He rushes for a total of 111, and scores a touchdown. The Mountaineers are now 1-0. They have a short week, returning to action this Friday as they play state-rival Marshall on the road. Gametime is scheduled for 7 PM. Coverage on WAJR AM begins at 3 PM with the Big East Today.

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Transportation Secretary says more work to do before cold weather.
Local and federal authorities investigating.
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    • Highlights

    In case you missed it

    An update on GenPower Plant construction and Monongahela River cleanup
    Cabell County, WV schools are removing playground equipment including swing sets due to injury liability!
    Airport Director Glen Kelly discusses the airport and the "Flying Fortress" B-17 Bomber coming to Morgantown

    Part 1 of our interview with Steven Adams of West Virginia Watchdog.org.

    Part 2 of our interview with Steven Adams of West Virginia Watchdog.org

    Part 3 of our interview with Steven Adams of West Virginia Watchdog.org

    Part 4 of our interview with Steven Adams of West Virginia Watchdog.org

    Part 5 of our interview with Steven Adams of West Virginia Watchdog.org

    Delegate Tim Miley at health care rally

    Delegate Richard Iaquinta at health care rally

    Delegate Ron Fragale (part 1) at health care rally

    Delegate Ron Fragale (part 2) at health care rally

    AFL-CIO Kenny Perdue at health care rally

    Listen to TeaParty Patriot Ryan Kennedy and AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Larry Matheney discuss scheduled health care rallies.  Part 1.

    Listen to TeaParty Patriot Ryan Kennedy and AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Larry Matheney discuss scheduled health care rallies.  Part 2.

    Listen to TeaParty Patriot Ryan Kennedy and AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Larry Matheney discuss scheduled health care rallies. Part 3.

    Clarksburg City Manager Martin Howe is launching a full-scale investigation into a controversial pre-election newsletter.  Hear his statement from his press conference HERE.

    Governor Joe Manchin spoke to WAJR-FM's Reuben Perdue after helping dedicate a memorial the Sago miners.  Hear his thoughts here.

    The first stage of a monument honoring the Sago miners was dedicated in Philippi.  Tammy Stempel and Main Street Philippi are spearheading the effort and they still need more help.  Listen to Tammy comments here.

    On January 2nd, 2006, twelve mine died in an explosion at Upshur County's Sago Mine.  More than three years later, their families are trying to find the silver lining.  Charlotte Weaver lost her husband Jack that day.  She spoke exclusively with WAJR-FM's Reuben Perdue.  Hear her thoughts here.

    Attorney Garth Beck represents one of the FBI workers accused of spying on teenage girls.  Hear his appearance on The Morning Edition HERE.

    Attorney Garth Beck represents one of the FBI workers accused of spying on teenage girls.  Hear the conclusion of his interview on The Morning Edition HERE.

    Harrison County Prosecutor Joe Shaffer talks about the federal gambling investigation at Village Square Conference Center.  PART 1

    Harrison County Prosecutor Joe Shaffer discusses the federal investigation of illegal gambling at Village Square Conference Center.  PART 2.

    Harrison County Prosecutor Joe Shaffer discusses the federal investigation into illegal gambling at Village Square Conference Center.  CONCLUSION.

    Palmer Stephens talks about the Glenville State Production of Shakespeare's "As You Like It."  (Part 1)

    Palmer Stephens discusses Glenville State's production of Shakespeare's "As You Like It."  (Part 2)

    Palmer Stephens discusses Glenville State's presentation of Shakespeare's "As You Like It."  (Conclusion)

    Harrison-Clarksburg Health Department's Threat Preparedness Coordinator, Ramona Swiger, appeared on "The Morning Edition" to address the second confirmed case of meningitis at Lincoln High School.  Listen to Part 1.

    Harrison-Clarksburg Health Department's Threat Preparedness Coordinator, Ramona Swiger, appeared on "The Morning Edition" to address the second confirmed case of meningitis at Lincoln High School.  Listen to Part 2.

    Harrison-Clarksburg Health Department's Threat Preparedness Coordinator, Ramona Swiger, appeared on "The Morning Edition" to address the second confirmed case of meningitis at Lincoln High School.  Conclusion.


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