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WLU's Student News Source

The Trumpet

Senior WLU Quarterback is finishing his legacy

Senior WLU Quarterback is finishing his legacy

Raissa Wagner and Raissa Wagner November 5, 2019

                  Zack Phillips, the senior quarterback of the WLU football team from Wheeling, has been putting big scores on the board for the team throughout his football career at West...

Pro arena football team Roughriders relocate, hold tryouts at WLU

November 3, 2018

By Yijing Shen, Distribution Manager The West Virginia Roughriders, who just moved to WesBanco Arena in Wheeling, W.Va., hosted tryouts at West Liberty University’s West Family Stadium at 10 a.m. on...

Popular summer festivals return to Wheeling

July 10, 2018

By Emily Salvatori, Editor During the summer months, many festivals grace Wheeling, W. Va. While some have already passed, there are still many yet to come! Here are some of the upcoming festivals that...

Nearby Oglebay trail boosts scenic waterfall views

Nearby Oglebay trail boosts scenic waterfall views

June 9, 2018

By Lex Buell, Contributing Writer Oglebay is full of beautiful hiking trails and activities, but did you know that includes a gushing waterfall too? Located at the bottom of the hill, right off the side...

Capstone class collects donations for local boys home

March 17, 2018

By Jalyn Bolyard, Online Editor   This spring semester, the Public Relations and Journalism joint capstone classes are collecting donations for St. John’s Home for Children in Wheeling as part of their...

Places singles should avoid on Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2018

By Cody Shook, Sports Editor   We all know that stress that comes around once a year when you look on the calendar and see that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Whether you’re single or...

Baseball, softball teams hold unique fundraiser

October 10, 2017

By Cody Shook, Sports Editor   The West Liberty University baseball and softball teams have teamed up in a fundraising effort in hopes to get a new indoor facility. For just $20, you can purchase a raffle...

WLU opens development offices in downtown Wheeling

WLU opens development offices in downtown Wheeling

September 27, 2017

By Logan Arneson, Contributing Writer   The city of Wheeling now has a small piece of West Liberty in their atmosphere. The West Liberty University Foundation is leasing office spaces located at 1100...

Wheeling offers many fun festivals during summer

July 17, 2017

By Emily Salvatori, Assistant Editor Wheeling offers many outdoor summer festivals. While some events have already passed, like the Wheeling Arts and Culture Festival, there are still many in the near...

Women's soccer team lends a helping hand 

Women’s soccer team lends a helping hand 

April 3, 2017

By Sean Kranske, Contributing Writer  On March 4, the West Liberty University women’s soccer team volunteered to assist the Youth Services System (YSS) with an important moving project.    The project...

Fun, cheap things to do while on Spring Break

Fun, cheap things to do while on Spring Break

March 13, 2017

By Megan Jones, Advertising Manager    Spring Break is here and if you’re anything like me, you’re a broke college kid who can’t afford to go on a nice vacation to a warm, sunny, relaxing getaway....

Running Hilltoppers set for final game against Jesuit 

February 24, 2017

By Josh Smith, Contributing Writer   After losing their second game of the season against Concord University on Feb. 9, the Toppers are heading into the final two games of the season on a three-game...

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