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Rafting industry facing unique challenges in drought conditions
FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Whitewater rafting, kayaking and paddleboarding are a big part of what drives tourists to Fayetteville, and while the New River can still be enjoyed during the drought, the adventures may look a little different. Skip Heater, who owns a rafting company in Fayetteville, said...
WV Rivers Coalition Hosts Clean Water Round Table and Social Hour in Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg, WV (WVDN) – The WV Rivers Coalition is excited to invite the Lewisburg community to a Clean Water Round Table and Social Hour on Friday, August 30, from 4:00p.m.–6:00 p.m. at the Greenbrier Valley Visitors Center. This event offers an opportunity for residents to come together, engage in meaningful conversations about local water quality issues, […] The post WV Rivers Coalition Hosts Clean Water Round Table and Social Hour in Lewisburg, WV appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Lady Spartans XC Wins Chick-Fil-A Invitational, Boys’ Finish Sixth
BECKLEY- The Greenbrier East boys and girls track teams competed in the Chick-Fil-A Invitational at Beckley Stratton Middle School on Saturday, Aug. 24. Greenbrier East finished in sixth place as a team out of 10 teams in the event, so a solid start for the up-and-coming Spartan boys’ runners. Shady Spring, George Washington, and […] The post Lady Spartans XC Wins Chick-Fil-A Invitational, Boys’ Finish Sixth appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
College announces memorial scholarship in honor of well-known paramedic Bill Akers
RICHLANDS, Va. (WJHL) — Southwest Virginia Community College’s Education Foundation is establishing a scholarship in honor of a well-known local paramedic who recently passed away. On Monday, the college announced the William “Bill” Akers, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, which will be dedicated to supporting emergency medical services (EMS) students. Akers, a long-time faculty member and director […]
West Virginia middle school football player dies following injury at practice
MADISON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A 13-year-old middle school football player has died following an injury sustained at practice. According to Midland Trail Football, 13-year-old Madison Middle School student-athlete Cohen Craddock has passed away. Cohen was injured at football practice on Friday, August 23. He passed away on Saturday afternoon. Since then, multiple football teams from […]
Vegas odds are moving wildly for WVU-Penn State
It's Sunday! And that means it is time for Las Vegas to set the odds for next week's college football games. Well, actually, it's Sunday ahead of the season opener, which means that the odds have been set for quite some time, including the matchup between WVU and Penn State in Morgantown. However, there's one catch - big money is coming in on the Mountaineers and shifting the line dramatically.
New Life Church Announces 9th Annual Labor Day Fireworks Blast
Pickaway, Ohio — New Life Church is gearing up for its highly anticipated 9th Annual Fireworks Blast, set to light up the skies on September 1, 2024. The free, family-friendly event will run from 4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with gates opening at 4:00 p.m. at 7766 Stoutsville Pike.
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