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Crews battle vehicle fire on Gauley Mountain
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – This morning, a vehicle fire on Route 60 at the top of Gauley Mountain was swiftly extinguished thanks to the combined efforts of the Ansted and Gauley Bridge fire departments. The fire involved a BMW that was fully engulfed in flames when first responders arrived on the scene. Ansted Fire […]
Two anglers catch record black crappies on same day at Woodrum Lake
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) has reported that two anglers fishing together on Aug. 8 caught state-record black crappie, setting records for both length and weight. “I’m thrilled to celebrate this unprecedented fishing achievement and hope these new benchmarks inspire anglers from […]
Gov. Justice announces major investments in Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and Lost River State Park
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced significant developments at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and Lost River State Park as part of ongoing investments to enhance outdoor recreation and tourism in the state. Cass is adding its first campground featuring 100 campsites, modern amenities, and historic preservation. Lost River is adding 35 modern campsites, enhancing its […] The post Gov. Justice announces major investments in Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and Lost River State Park appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Gov. Justice, DoHS announce increase in provider waiver rates and IDD waiver expansion
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) announced that providers have been notified that the Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) will increase provider waiver rates by 15% on October 1, 2024, the amount as recommended in the service cost and rate review conducted by Myers and Stauffer […] The post Gov. Justice, DoHS announce increase in provider waiver rates and IDD waiver expansion appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
A Contaminated Water Lawsuit And The History Of Voting This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, residents around Indian Creek say their water has been contaminated by mining. Briana Heaney went down to Pineville to talk those who are beginning to take legal action. Also on this episode, many people expected the 2024 presidential election would be unpredictable. But no one...
Linda Underwood Memorial Golf Tourney Set for Saturday, Proceeds to Peyton Hospice House
FAIRLEA- This Saturday, Aug. 24, at the Valley View Country Club in White Sulphur, the Linda Underwood Memorial Golf Tournament will tee off at 9:00 AM. There is also a 2:00 PM group and 12 teams participating. The tournament was created by George Underwood, Linda’s husband, to honor his wife who passed away from brain […] The post Linda Underwood Memorial Golf Tourney Set for Saturday, Proceeds to Peyton Hospice House appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Spartans Boys’ Soccer Opens Season Today, Lemine Excited to Get Started
FAIRLEA- If you’re looking for something to do today from 1:00 to approximately 4:30 PM, come out to one of the best soccer facilities in the state, Greenbrier East and watch the boys’ team open their season with Washington. There will not be many more opportunities for matinee soccer on a weekday once school begins, […] The post Spartans Boys’ Soccer Opens Season Today, Lemine Excited to Get Started appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office issues warning to drivers as students return to school
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – As Raleigh County Schools welcomes students back to the classroom on Thursday, the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to motorists regarding guidelines pertaining to school buses. Members of the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the West Virginia Southern Regional Highway Safety Program, could be seen patrolling […]
Chick-fil-A Beckley Galleria location celebrating 18 years with $1.80 milkshakes
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Chick-fil-A Beckley Galleria has officially been serving guests for 18 years now and they are hosting a special promotion for today only. According to a Facebook post from Chick-fil-A Beckley Galleria, to celebrate 18 years, they will be selling milkshakes for $1.80 today, Thursday, August 22, 2024. The $1.80 milkshakes will […]
Lily Burr of Rainelle, WV named to Berea College Dean’s List
BEREA, KY (WVDN) – Lily Burr, a resident of Rainelle, WV, has been named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List at Berea College. A student is named to the Dean’s List who achieves a GPA of 3.4 or higher while passing at least four total credits, a course load equivalent to 16 semester hours. Berea […] The post Lily Burr of Rainelle, WV named to Berea College Dean’s List appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
West Virginia extends drought State of Emergency
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The State of Emergency for the ongoing drought has been extended, according to West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. The governor’s office says the extension impacts all 55 counties and will go on for another 30 days. Officials with Justice’s office say the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates “extreme, severe and moderate” drought […]
West Virginia Jazz Orchestra performing two Labor Day concerts Sept. 1-2
GREENBRIER COUNTY, W.Va. (Hinton News) - The West Virginia Jazz Orchestra will be performing two Labor Day Observance concerts. The first concert will be on Sunday, September 1, at 5 p.m. at the newly opened Country Roads Beer Inc. in White Sulphur Springs. The second concert will be on September 2, at Island Park Amphitheater in Ronceverte, West Virginia. The concert will begin at 5 p.m. Both concerts are free and open to the public and to salute the hard-working men, women and the Greenbrier Valley and Alleghany Highlands. The West Virginia Jazz Orchestra is a 22-piece big band playing classic big band music. It was established in the year 2000. Come and celebrate Labor Day with the West Virginia Jazz Orchestra. The post West Virginia Jazz Orchestra performing two Labor Day concerts Sept. 1-2 appeared first on The Hinton News.
Drought shows no sign of improvements as sunshine filled weekend gets underway
Friday we bring in winds from the west-southwest as our high pressure dome pushes east. This helps push out the cooler air for something closer to seasonal averages. For our western counties the low 80s by the afternoon while our eastern mountains make a run for the mid to upper 70s. A nice improvement from […]
Tazewell County, VA shooting incident: Suspect injured during alleged carjacking attempt
Tazewell County Officials say a shooting incident took place in Falls Mills, Virginia on Thursday afternoon. At approximately 1:15 P. M. the 911 Center received a call from a citizen reporting a man with a knife attempting to stab another man near Mudfork Rd. in Tazewell, Virginia. While officers were discussing this incident they say they heard a gunshot.
Man claims he killed and raped multiple woman, has desire to do it again
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man tells witnesses he had killed multiple people and raped women and his desire to do it again. On August 21, 2024, around 10:09 PM, officers were called to St. Marks Bar at 932 4th Avenue in Huntington, WV, Cabell County. Employees reported that a man was discussing firearms and […]
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