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Drought conditions across West Virginia impacting fall foliage
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – With a drought impacting the Tri-State, you may be seeing some fall colors a little early this year. No fall season is ever the same. Some years the colors of the leaves are richer than others, and this is all dependent on weather. “So I’m originally from Ohio, close to Columbus, […]
More than $1.1 million in funding granted to domestic violence prevention efforts
CHARLESTON, WV — Governor Jim Justice released a statement regarding a funding award for programs that assist domestic violence survivors. STOP Violence Against Women grant funds, totaling $1,124,446, are going to 21 projects throughout the state. These funds will be used to strengthen or create groups geared towards domestic violence victim support. These include victim […]
Man arrested in Summers County on drug-related charges
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – It has been a busy year for the Summers County Sheriff’s Department. Some of that work finally paid off, culminating in the arrest of an alleged fentanyl distributer in the county. On the morning of August 21, 2024, Sheriff Justin Faris arrested Alfred Armstead in a coordinated traffic stop. I did […]
Hinton bingo night to help Summers County Council on Aging better the entire county
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Are you looking for a good old-fashioned bingo night? The Summers County Council on Aging is hosting a bingo and raffle fundraiser on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the Summers County Memorial Building. Council on Aging Director Cindy Garrett told 59News the proceeds from this bingo will be used to help […]
First Spartan Golfer of the Week for 2024: Isaac Hutchison
Name: Isaac Hutchison Grade: Sophomore G.P.A.: 4.0 Parents: Sue and Neil Hutchison Hometown: Lewisburg Favorite Golfer(s) : Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau Favorite Quote: “Be Strong and Courageous. Do not be afraid; Do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9 Began Golfing: ‘At age 6 for […] The post First Spartan Golfer of the Week for 2024: Isaac Hutchison appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
U.S. Department of Education awards Title III funding to Concord University for multiple projects
ATHENS, WV (WVDN) – Thanks to funding available through CU Forward, an initiative supported by the Department of Education’s Title III Strengthening Institutions Program, Concord University continues to strengthen the undergraduate research experience, enhance career exploration, and innovate in online learning. Faculty will be implementing state-of-the-art projects aligned with CU Forward’s goals in the 2024-25 […] The post U.S. Department of Education awards Title III funding to Concord University for multiple projects appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Hagerstown drug dealer “Boss Hog” convicted of federal drug trafficking charges in West Virginia
21 August 2024- A Hagerstown, Maryland man was convicted today by a jury on federal drug trafficking charges, United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld announced. Darryl Donnell Moore, also known as “Boss” and “Boss Hog,” 36, was found guilty of five felony counts involving the distribution of fentanyl and crack cocaine.
Mercer County Schools to host learning event at the Chuck Mathena Center
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Mercer County Schools will be hosting a special event for Kindergarten to Second grade students at the Chuck Mathena Center. According to a press release from Mercer County Schools, the event will be on Friday, September 20, 2024 and will focus on the importance of diversity in education. It will also […]
Inching Closer: Warmer weather on the way as summer makes a return for the weekend
Thursday, with winds from the southeast, we’ll shake off the morning chill a little faster than days past. By the lunchtime hour, more of us hit the 70 degree mark with several lowland counties pushing into the mid & upper 70s by the afternoon. Eastern mountains still struggle but have a good shot at nudging […]
West Virginia Department of Human Services assures that childcare centers will remain funded
Struggling childcare centers across the mountain state have cited not enough state dollars being invested in their programs to keep up with daily demands, but West Virginia's Department of Human Services said there are enough dollars to last.
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