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Financial woes place historic landmark at risk
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — West Virginia Governor Jim Justice’s financial problems, which may lead to the Greenbrier Hotel being sold at auction, came as a shock to many people. However, in the financial sector, his problems with paying bills have reportedly been well known. One financial analyst says the defaulted loan on the Greenbrier was […]
One dead following Summers County vehicle accident
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Summers County vehicle accident on Sunday has reportedly led to the tragic passing of one driver. The Summers County Sheriff’s Office reports that, at approximately 1:44pm on Sunday, August 11, 2024, members of the Summers County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of a reported two-vehicle accident. Details regarding the […]
Billy Graham Response Team provides support for Smyth County Sheriff's Office
SMYTH COUNTY, Va. (WCYB) — The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team is in Marion to provide their support for the Smyth County Sheriff’s Office following the loss of Deputy Hunter Reedy. James Kilgore is the Chaplain Coordinator for the response team. He is board-certified to help others manage...
West Virginia expands Transitional Living program for vulnerable youth transitioning from foster care
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) recently announced an expansion of its Transitional Living for Vulnerable Youth (TLVY) program. This initiative targets West Virginia’s youth aged 17 to 21 transitioning from foster care and residential mental health treatment to independent living. The TLVY program provides group homes...
August isn’t August this week with low humidity, cool temps, and little rain expected
Monday, high pressure sits just west of our region bringing in cooler, drier, northwest winds 5-10mph. A mostly blue sky day features a few high level clouds but not a drop of rain. Highs fall just below average with the mid to upper 70s while our higher elevation spots enjoy a low to mid 70 […]
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...
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