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The Shotgun/Throwdown (8/21/24): “It’s time to start shitting your pants,” Pat McAfee warns the Big 12
Welcome to The Shotgun/Throwdown, your daily West Virginia sports roundup (that we didn’t already talk about in another article) with some sophomoric humor and daily distractions thrown in for good measure. And if there’s something we missed, be sure to talk about it in the comments. FOOTBALL. Pat...
The Pumpkin Spice take over nearly complete trading summer heat for fall chill
Wednesday a very cold start but with sunshine aplenty, we slowly warm up through 60s for the morning with afternoon highs in the low 70s for some. Mountain ridgeline communities will remain in the mid 60s all day. With north winds in control, expect that chill on the air feel especially in the shade. Tonight, […]
PSC sets further hearing on Armstrong PSD status
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has announced a hearing to discuss the future of the Armstrong Public Service District after determining it to be a distressed utility. An evidentiary hearing is scheduled for September 5 at Montgomery City Hall to assess the utility’s challenges and explore the possibility […]
West Virginia Enjoys Unseasonably Cool 70s; Warmer Days Ahead
Charleston, WV – West Virginians are experiencing an unusual break from the August heat with temperatures only reaching the mid-70s today, a pleasant surprise for this time of year. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston reports that high pressure is keeping the weather cool and comfortable, with a forecasted high of 77 degrees in Charleston, 78 in Huntington, and 76 in Parkersburg.
WV’s kindergarten vaccination rates have dropped again recently. Doctors aren’t worried.
While West Virginia’s kindergarten vaccination rate continued to drop during the 2022-23 school year, it was still higher than the national average, something health care professionals attribute to the state’s strong school vaccine laws. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2022-2023 — the latest for which data is available — 95.6% […]
Domestic dispute lands a husband and wife in jail
GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Husband and wife arrested after a domestic dispute. On Sunday, August 18th, 2024, around 6:20 PM, Lieutenant S. W. Hudnall and Corporal T. T. Hyatt of the Greenbrier County Sheriff’s Department were sent by the Greenbrier County 911 Center to a domestic disturbance at 170 Hemlock Dr., Caldwell, WV 24925. […]
86th Annual State Horseshoe Tournament
RONCEVERTE- The Mountaineer Horseshoe League in Ronceverte, WV will be hosting the 86th annual State Horseshoe Tournament on Saturday, August 24 at the horseshoe courts located on the Island Park in Ronceverte. Pitching will begin at approximately 9:00 AM. Everyone is invited to come out and watch the pitchers pitch and cheer them on. The post 86th Annual State Horseshoe Tournament appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Lewisburg’s Frank Watkins takes WVGA Senior Series Low Round at Bridgehaven Golf Club
Frank Watkins of Lewisburg shot Wednesday’s Little General Stores Low Round of the Day at the Senior Series event, hosted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA) and sponsored by Little General Stores, at Bridgehaven Golf Club in Fayetteville at one over par 72. The West Virginia Senior Series,...
W.Va. American Water awards $26K in grants to area fire departments
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A first responder support program is providing more than $26,000 to fire departments across the Mountain State. West Virginia American Water announced 29 agencies within the utility’s service area will be receiving grant money which will be used for fire protection gear, equipment and training:
Dr. Peterson emphasizes connection and encouragement on his first day as Bluefield University President
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) — The tenth President of Bluefield University, Dr. Steven Peterson, was welcomed to campus as his tenure began on Monday, August 19, 2024. In celebration of Dr. Peterson’s new start as President and to build connections with members of faculty and staff, a breakfast for the employees took place in Shott Hall’s […]
Do school dress codes prepare students for the real world?
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Dress codes can be quite the buzz kill for students as the new school year begins. However, many schools around the nation are continuing to tighten up on their dress codes. While not too many school nearby are changing their stances, it is important to know what the code is for […]
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