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Jeff Jenkins


The award-winning native of Pratt, West Virginia took over as head of the news division of Metronews in August of 2000. Prior to that the 1987 graduate of West Virginia University’s Perley Isaac Reed School of Journalism served as news director at WAJR in Morgantown.

In addition to directing the news operation, Jeff serves as chief capitol correspondent. His unbelievable work ethic and drive provides Metronews listeners with unparalleled coverage of state government.

A 26-year veteran of West Virginia Radio Corporation, Jeff began his tenure with the company as an intern while still attending West Virginia University. A former student manager for the West Virginia University football team continues his involvement with the Mountaineers by serving as director of football broadcasts on the Mountaineer Sports Network.

In addition to using his voice for broadcasting news, Jeff also is an accomplished singer and leads the congregational singing at Spring Hill Baptist Church in South Charleston.

Jeff and his wife Jackie are the proud parents of three sons, Caleb, Tommy and Stevie, and are now enjoying life as grandparents.



Recent Articles by Jeff Jenkins

Fire on John Amos Power Plant property

External building damaged in Sunday morning blaze.

March 8, 2026 - 3:40 pm

School aid funding formula bill may get consideration for special needs funding this year

House-passed bill on agenda for Monday morning's Senate Education Committee meeting.

March 8, 2026 - 8:17 am

Superintendent reports Elkins High School student death, others injured

Superintendent Shawn Dilly asks for prayer and support.

March 7, 2026 - 5:12 pm

Tornado Watch for northern counties

16 counties under watch until 8 p.m. Saturday.

March 7, 2026 - 3:32 pm

Putnam sheriff says victim in I-64 crash well-known in St. Albans, Elk River communities

Sheriff Bobby Eggleton says Angela McFarland Born was "salt of the earth."

March 6, 2026 - 9:19 am

Charleston firefighters look back to tragedy 77 years later

Woolworth Building fire claimed the lives of 7 firefighters in 1949.

March 4, 2026 - 12:05 pm

Flood warning remains in effect through early afternoon for Parkersburg, surrounding area

Flooding reported after excessive rain.

March 4, 2026 - 8:30 am