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The First Astronaut from West Virginia has passed away
CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY)- West Virginia’s first astronaut Jon McBride passed away on Wednesday. Mcbride was 80 but would have turned 81 on the 14th. Even though he’s a Charleston native, he always considered Beckley his home. Senator Joe Manchin released a statement today expressing his gratitude for McBride’s...
First responders and locals bat for a cause at the Cory Maynard Memorial Tournament
CHAPMANVILLE, W.Va (WCHS) — Sgt. Cory Maynardwas killed in the line of duty responding to a call in Mingo County in June of 2023. For the second year in a row, the Ted Ellis Baseball field in Chapmanville was filled with people honoring the West Virginia State trooper. The...
Youngkin nailed it: Most want illegal immigrants banned from voting
When Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) last week ordered voter rolls cleaned of illegal migrants after discovering 6,000 on lists, he took a position that most voters, including 81% of Democrats and 73% of Hispanic voters, strongly support. “This isn’t a Democrat or Republican issue, it’s an American and Virginian issue. Every legal vote deserves to […]
Two dead in early morning pursuit
SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. — A high speed pursuit on U.S. Route 19 across three counties early Monday morning left two people dead. The chase began in Raleigh County where the Beckley Police Department had pulled over a red Ford Focus. The vehicle fled and all area departments were immediately involved.
'Walk and Talk Mushrooms' brings fungi education to Camp Creek State Park for Peak of the Bloom
CAMP CREEK, W. Va. (WVVA) -The annual ‘Peak of the Bloom’ celebration that got its start at the beginning of the month has wrapped up its last day of activities for this year. One of the events on the last day was ‘Walk and Talk Mushrooms,’ a relatively new addition to the Peak of the Bloom.
Fayette County firefighters prepare for the upcoming school year
GAULEY BRIDGE, WV (WVNS) – Firefighters were training a little differently in Fayette County. Eight different fire departments in Fayette County gathered at the Fayette County Firefighters Training Center for a training on August 10, 2024. Some were there for certification; others were there to brush up on their training ahead of the school year. […]
Redemption Church hosts annual Back-to-School Bash
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Redemption Church hosted their annual Back-to-School bash at Tamarack. Registered attendees received free school supplies, backpacks, and a Tamarack meal at this event. There was also plenty of fun to go around – there was inflatable mini golf, rubber axe throwing, a bounce house, and free haircuts at this event. Pastor […]
Tropical Storm Debby claimed the life of one West Virginian
HARPER’S FERRY W.Va. (WVDN) – One West Virginian lost their life due to the effects of Tropical Storm Debby. First Sergeant Jonathan Meeks with the West Virginia State Police released the following statement: “On Thursday, August 08, 2024, the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia began receiving substantial rains and the subsequent effects from Tropical Storm […] The post Tropical Storm Debby claimed the life of one West Virginian appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Beckley Police Department seeking public’s help locating missing teens
Beckley, WV (WOAY)- The Beckley Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding two missing children. 13-year-old Elijah Michael Green and 16-year-old Jack Silas Platter went missing in Cabell County on July 29 and 30. Authorities believe they could be in Raleigh County. If you have any information...
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