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Gov. Justice celebrates kickoff of Hawks Nest tram replacement project
ANSTEAD, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice visited the site of what will be the reimagined aerial tram at Hawks Nest State Park to kickoff the project. The aerial tram has been a fixture in the park since 1970. The tram replacement project is part of $250+ million in state park improvements made under the Gov. Justice’s leadership. […] The post Gov. Justice celebrates kickoff of Hawks Nest tram replacement project appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
A toasty start to next week; cool end of the week with chances of rain around
Sunday evening will start off on the warm side with temps in the 80s under a few clouds. A few showers can’t be ruled out during the evening hours as a system moves into Ohio, with the best chances the further north you live or travel. As we get later into the night, it will […]
Gov. Justice to speak at RNC convention joined by Babydog
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice is set to speak at the 2024 Republican National Convention (RNC) and will be joined by his beloved English bulldog, Babydog. According to a list of of the 2024 speakers, West Virginia Governor and U.S. Senate Candidate Jim Justice will be among the large slate of individuals speaking […]
Friends of Charity Auto Fair finishes strong
BEAVER, WV (WVNS) – The Friends of Charity Auto fair wrapped up on Saturday, July 13th and many people gathered to look at unique cars and have a good time. The Friends of Charity Auto Fair was not just one of the biggest car shows in the state. It was also an event for a […]
RCPC event gives awareness to recovery outreach and suicide prevention
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The Raleigh County Prevention Coalition hosted an event on Saturday, July 13th for suicide prevention and recovery outreach. The event was hosted at the Freedom Skate Park and it is called, ‘Keep Writing Your Story’. Everyone had a chance to learn more about the opportunities and resources in their community. Resources […]
Rivers Nearing Mid-July Low Flow Levels Amidst Drought
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): The heat and dry weather are working in tandem to dry out the soil and the area rivers and streams. The river and stream levels are declining and an analog year to this summer is 1964. Rainfall was very scarce and temperatures actually cooler than average during that summer. What we are seeing this summer is that a bit more rain than the summer of 1964 was offset by much above average temperatures. The heat dries the soil readily, so it offsets the even drier summer we had in 1964.
Motorcycle pursuit ends in fatality in Bluefield, WV
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A late-night motorcycle pursuit ended in fatality on the night of July 13th in Bluefield, West Virginia. Bluefield police pursued one motorcyclist through the city after he was clocked by a police officer going way over the speed limit. Lieutenant Brian Copenhaver detailed the chase. “Clocked him at 95 miles an […]
ABO baseball gives those with special needs an awesome experience
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – People made their way to Harry Lewin Field in Beckley for some baseball on Saturday, July 13th. A ceremony was held to honor a Vietnam Veteran and the founder of the ABO baseball league. Alternative Baseball gives those who are 15 or older who have special needs a chance to play […]
KCHA introduces program for people seeking a day out with a furry friend
Charleston, W.Va (WCHS) — The Kanawha Charleston Humane Association started a new program called "Borrow a Buddy" allowing people can come to the shelter and pick up a dog to take on a day out, just as long as they have them back before closing. Employees at the KCHA...
One injured, one arrested after a vehicle struck pedestrians in Charleston overnight
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — One person was hospitalized and another has been arrested after a car struck two pedestrians in Charleston overnight, dispatchers say. Reports of the incident came in just after midnight on Sunday of a driver who hit two females on the 800 block of Kanawha Boulevard.
West Virginia Faces Heat Advisory and Severe Storm Threat
Charleston, WV – A Heat Advisory will be in effect for parts of West Virginia this afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service warns that high temperatures and humidity could push the heat index to feel like low 100s across the region. Residents should prepare for potentially dangerous conditions, especially in lower elevations.
Eastern Ohio, Northwestern Pennsylvania, and West Virginia: Isolated Tornadoes Possible Tuesday
Eastern Ohio, Northwestern Pennsylvania, and West Virginia – Residents should prepare for severe weather on Monday, with more intense conditions, including isolated tornadoes and damaging winds, expected on Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, Monday will bring afternoon and evening storms with potential for damaging winds...
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