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Cooling shelters open across north central West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — With West Virginia undergoing high temperatures this month as well as its most widespread drought in nearly 20 years, some groups across the region have opened their doors for those who need a space to cool off. First United Methodist Church in Clarksburg has opened...
The Norman Jordan African American Arts & Heritage Academy Wins West Virginia Symphony Diversity in Arts Award
CHARLESTON, W.VA. (7/9/24) – The West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) announces the winner of the 2024 Diversity in Arts Award, The Norman Jordan African American Arts & Heritage Academy (NJAAAHA). The WVSO’s Diversity in Arts Award recognizes significant contributions of an individual or organization in West Virginia that have...
Drought and extreme heat negatively impacts local farms
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Farmers rely on rain during the summer season to produce crops, to ensure their livestock have plenty to eat and drink, and to make their living. However, the ongoing drought all across our region is massively complicating things. One local farmer, Mark Meador, told 59News how this drought has affected his […]
Strong thunderstorms expected Tuesday night in WV, OH and KY
(WOWK) – We are seeing oppressive heat to start the work week, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict a cold front will bring some relief later this week. Starting Tuesday evening strong thunderstorms will start to pass through the region bringing in the potential for heavy rain, high winds and hail. Take a look at the […]
FEMA gives WV more than $5 million in aid
Disaster Assistance from FEMA has surpassed 5 million dollars for West Virginians affected by the storms in early April. FEMA said nearly a thousand people have already been approved. They said people who own or rent in any of the 11 counties eligible and were affected by the storms from April 2-6 can apply for […]
988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline celebrates 2 years of service
(WTRF) — It is a service that has saved many lives and helped thousands of people throughout the Mountain State. First Choice Services is celebrating two full years of its 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline today. A spokesperson for First Choice Services says over the past two years they have seen 3 times the amount of […]
Wendy’s Franchisee Ryan O’Malley Puts Culture on the Front Lines of Success
Ryan O’Malley’s restaurant career began in 2007 at Wendy’s of Bowling Green, where he held roles from GM to district manager to director of operations. In 2021, he made the leap to Wendy’s franchisee. Today, O’Malley and his partners operate 136 locations across five states (Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Alabama).
Heat Advisory Issued for Parts of West Virginia This Afternoon and Evening
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Heat Advisory for parts of West Virginia this afternoon and evening. High temperatures and humidity are expected to push the heat index to the low 100s across the region, creating potentially dangerous conditions, particularly in lower elevations. Advisory Details. According to the...
Registration opens for the 2024 Governor’s Energy Summit
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – The West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) announced today that registration is now open for the 2024 Governor’s Energy Summit on October 29-30 at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center. The Summit brings together industry leaders, policymakers, educators and stakeholders to deliberate and explore groundbreaking solutions to advance energy resources and efficiency […] The post Registration opens for the 2024 Governor’s Energy Summit appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
‘You have GOT to slow down,” says WV Transportation Secretary after fourth WVDOH employee struck by vehicle this year
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Transportation Secretary, Jimmy Wriston is pleading with drivers to decrease their speed following a fourth incident in which a WVDOH employee was struck by a moving vehicle. The driver of a pickup truck on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, was involved in an incident in which a West Virginia Division […]
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