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Shenandoah County: VDOT to hold public hearing on Route 42 improvements
The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a design public hearing concerning the Route 42 Corridor Pedestrian Improvements and West Ox Road Roundabout in Shenandoah County. The meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Peter Muhlenberg Middle School Cafeteria, 1251 Susan Avenue,...
Peyton Street Gunfire Incident Leads to Arrest
On June 20, 2024, at approximately 2:42am, officers responded to shots fired in the area of Peyton and Braddock. Officers noticed damage to the west exterior side of the home caused by bullets but none of the residents were injured. Detectives spoke to the residents, and after a thorough investigation,...
Senator Capito brings federal highway administrator to tour Corridor H project
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), who has long pushed for federal funding for Corridor H, brought Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt to West Virginia on Tuesday to see how the project is going and the challenges that remain.
Little Caesars’ Pizza Paws campaign achieves $30,000 fundraising goal for K-9 units
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – The 2024 Little Caesars Pizza Paws campaign has successfully reached its $30,000 fundraising goal. The campaign’s mission was to provide 200 police K-9 handlers across West Virginia and neighboring states with portable medical kits. These kits, equipped with essential supplies, are designed to stabilize K-9s in medical emergencies, ensuring the safety […]
Wawa breaks ground on Inwood location
INWOOD, W.VA- Excitement was brewing in Inwood Wednesday with the ground breaking ceremony for the new Wawa gas station, the company’s first in the Mountain State. “We have been looking to come to West Virginia for 5 to 6 years now and that day is finally here.” Said John Poplawski, Vice President & Chief Real Estate Officer for Wawa. “Each one of these locations is a 7.5 million dollar investment. We are going to employ 140 local contractors and once we’re open, we will have 30 to 35 people working at each store.”
North Fork Shenandoah River continue experiencing excessive algal growth
STRASBURG, Va. (WHSV)—The North Fork of the Shenandoah River is again experiencing excessive algal growth, which is restricting full use of the river for fishing and swimming. The Virginia Department of Health’s (VDH) algal mat alert spans approximately 11 miles of the river from Deer Rapids to the Town...
DC launches teacher apprenticeship program
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Fifty paraprofessionals are now on their way to getting a bachelor’s degree, thanks to a new program in the District. On Wednesday, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) officially welcomed its first cohort into the Apprenticeship in Teaching Program. The new program helps train paraprofessionals to become […]
Adams County man facing attempted murder charge in Maryland road rage incident
THURMONT, Md. — An Adams County man is facing attempted homicide and firearms charges in Maryland after police here say he fired shots at another car during a road rage incident. Bryant Paradine, 37, of Littlestown, is facing attempted murder, the use of a gun in the commission of...
Suspect identified in break-in at Trump's Virginia campaign office
The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office has issued an arrest warrant for Toby Shane Kessler after the 39-year-old was allegedly seen breaking into the Ashburn building that houses Virginia's Trump for President campaign.
Peeping Tom Took Unauthorized Photos Of Teen In Virginia Gap Outlet Store Dressing Room: Police
A Peeping Tom is at large after taking unauthorized photos of a minor inside the dressing room of a Virginia clothing store, police say.An investigation has been launched in Loudoun County after a teenager reported that they were filmed while at the Gap retail store at the Leesburg Premium Outlets …
Gov. Justice appoints Adam Wolfe as as Circuit Judge of the 12th Family Circuit Court serving Mercer and McDowell Counties
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced the appointment of Adam Wolfe to the 12th Family Circuit Court, serving Mercer and McDowell Counties. Wolfe won the election for the same seat and will begin his full term in 2025. A resident of Princeton, Wolfe earned his Bachelor’s of Social Work from Concord University in 2003, and […] The post Gov. Justice appoints Adam Wolfe as as Circuit Judge of the 12th Family Circuit Court serving Mercer and McDowell Counties appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day ticket sale
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that tickets for its National Hunting and Fishing Day celebration are now on sale. The annual event is returning to Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke on Saturday, September 21. “West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day is an action-packed event that celebrates everything […] The post WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day ticket sale appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Severe weather possible for West Virginia Friday and Saturday
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A hot and dry day is expected across the region today as a high-pressure system remains in control, keeping skies clear and humidity levels low. However, temperatures are set to climb above normal, with highs reaching into the low 90s in many areas. The dry weather won’t last long, as a […]
ARCH2 award invites a new Appalachian era of extraction, pollution and false promises
On the last day of July, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that the Appalachian Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) would receive $30 million to fund phase one activities in West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania. This announcement comes less than a year after the DOE revealed their selections for award negotiations for the Regional “Clean” Hydrogen […]
State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Thursday, August 15
GENERAL INFORMATION 8 a.m. – Gates open 11 a.m. – Carnival rides ope 12 p.m. – West Virginia Lottery Opens ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m., 1 p.m. – FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – Catherine Hickland 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – Hot Glass Academy […] The post State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Thursday, August 15 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
West Virginia attempts to spur housing construction through tax incentives
The West Virginia Department of Economic Development gave a presentation at the Morgantown Area Partnership on Wednesday concerning the Build WV Act, which is meant to provide tax incentives with the goal of encouraging companies to build middle-income residential housing.
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