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Mon Power conducting system upgrades in West Virginia service territory
FirstEnergy Corp.’s electric company Mon Power, which serves about 395,000 customers in 34 West Virginia counties, is replacing and upgrading equipment at eight transmission substations in its service territory to help prevent or minimize the ... Read More » The post Mon Power conducting system upgrades in West Virginia service territory appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
South Carolina man accused of raping woman on a trail in Ansted
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man from South Carolina is facing serious felony charges in Fayette County. Sheriff Shannon Morris has shared details about the case. On August 14, 2024, authorities began investigating a sexual assault that took place in the Ansted area of Fayette County. A victim reported that she was raped multiple […]
Virginia Tech's Most Important Players in 2024 - No. 7 Jaylin Lane
As the Virginia Tech football season approaches, the Hokies are gearing up for their season opener against Vanderbilt one week from today. There is electricity in the air as fans eagerly await kickoff. In preparation for the upcoming season, the VTSCOOP contributors collaborated to create a list of the 15...
Two West Virginia fishermen catch record-breaking fish the same day within hours of each other
Officials say Lindell Marker of Sod, W.Va., caught a 17.36-inch black crappie at 7:30 am on August 8, surpassing the previous length record of 17.32 inches set by Craig Webb, also at Woodrum Lake. Marker’s catch tied the existing weight record of 2.85 pounds, also held by Webb. At 8:45 a.m., Dwight Priestley of Alum Creek, W.Va., caught a 17.76-inch, 3.15-pound black crappie that surpassed Marker’s shortly-held record and set new records for length and weight. Both fish were certified by WVDNR Fisheries Biologist Cory Hartman. These record-breaking crappies were caught using live minnows.
Armstrong PSD status hearing rescheduled
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has rescheduled a hearing into Armstrong Public Service District’s future after it ruled the system is a distressed utility. The Commission set a further hearing in the matter for 10 a.m. October 11 at Montgomery City Hall, 321...
West Virginia Weather Alert: Hot Temperatures to Follow Cool Sunday Morning
Charleston, WV – West Virginians should brace for significant temperature changes on Sunday, with a cool morning giving way to scorching afternoon heat. The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a forecast predicting a cool start to the day, with morning lows ranging from 54°F to 62°F across the state. However, this will be short-lived, as temperatures are expected to soar to well above normal by the afternoon. Lowland areas, including Charleston, Huntington, and Parkersburg, could see afternoon highs reaching the low to mid-90s.
Greenbrier employee health benefits extended for another week
The Greenbrier Council of Labor Unions announced in a news release Friday afternoon that health benefits will be extended to the Greenbrier’s employees through Aug. 31. Earlier this week Greenbrier employees received a letter from an attorney representing the Amalgamated National Health Fund, who wrote that The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation is four months delinquent in […]
‘Once in a generation’ drought raises water quality concerns
ST. ALBANS, WV (WOWK) – Experts are calling the drought impacting large areas of West Virginia, a ‘Once in a Generation’ drought, as a drought has not affected the region to this degree since 1999. The drought could cause issues with vegetation, livestock and even water. City of St. Albans residents have expressed concerns with […]
Time to jump for joy- the 45th annual Bridge Day is almost here
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS)– West Virginians and adrenaline-seekers alike are about to be jumping for joy soon with the return of Bridge Day! The 45th anniversary of Bridge Day was announced for Saturday, October 19th of 2024. The entire local community and tons of out-of-state visitors look forward to this event all year to witness […]
West Virginia working to address housing crisis in the state
GHENT, WV (WVNS)– It’s no secret that much like the rest of the country, West Virginia is facing a housing shortage, especially when it comes to affordable housing. The current landscape of the housing market in West Virginia is challenging for a few reasons. Megan Bailey, the president of the Kanawha Valley Board of Realtors, […]
Parting words from a kids’ health advocate: Stay skeptical, West Virginia
I’m an Alaskan now. It feels strange to write, but it’s true. I relocated to Fairbanks over the summer. Whenever you read this, I’m four hours behind you in Alaskan Standard Time, where it’s probably colder with longer nights and occasional northern lights. So, this is my last commentary. West Virginians have always had good […]
Oak Hill community clean up and cookout
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS)– A Fayette County community came together to clean up their city and cook out on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Volunteers gathered at the Oak Hill amphitheater at 8:45 a.m., and then split up onto different routes to help pick up litter in the area. They helped pick up trash, cleaned windows […]
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