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Multi-platinum country artist Gary Allan schedules fall performance in Huntington
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A multi-platinum country artist has scheduled a performance in the Mountain State this fall. Singer-songwriter Gary Allan will take the stage at the Marshall Health Network Arena in Huntington on Saturday, Oct. 19, according to a news release from the venue. Allan kickstarted his music...
Latest ‘Almost Heaven’ swing unveiled at Huntington’s Rotary Park
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The most recent “Almost Heaven” swing addition has been unveiled at Huntington’s Rotary Park. Located approximately 200 yards from the upper parking lot/trailhead, the addition was made possible through the efforts of the Greater Huntington Parks & Recreation District along with the City of Huntington Convention & Visitors Bureau. “We are […]
WVU Hoops offers Huntington Prep point guard prospect
Coach DeVries and his staff extended a scholarship offer to 2026 guard Rassell Young on Saturday night, per a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account. The offer marks approximately the 50th high school prospect that has received a WVU scholarship offer since Darian DeVries arrived in Morgantown. Young, a...
Tolsia’s Bradee Vance to appear on ESPN’s ‘My Wish’ series Tuesday morning
Crum, W. Va. — Former Tolsia basketball player Bradee Vance, who overcame a kidney transplant and played his senior year, will be featured on ESPN’s “My Wish”series this coming Tuesday Morning. Bradee with his Aunt Kristy Watts. Bradee starting having trouble in middle school with high...
Central Greenbrier’s State Title Chase Begins Friday
FAIRLEA- The Central Greenbrier 11–12-year-old all-star team is gearing up for the state tournament which begins later this week on Friday, July 19 when Central meets Tygart Valley at 4:30 in Chapmanville. The opening ceremonies will take place on the 18th. Central Greenbrier steamrolled through District 4 on their way to an undefeated championship and […] The post Central Greenbrier’s State Title Chase Begins Friday appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Thomas B. Wright III establishes scholarship for students in the Lewis College of Business
The Marshall University Foundation has announced the establishment of the Thomas B. Wright III Scholarship to benefit students in the Lewis College of Business and Brad D. Smith Schools of Business. This scholarship is generously endowed by Thomas B. Wright III. After earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in...
Simon Says: Ripley football's new leader has been busy as year one approaches
RIPLEY, W. Va. (WCHS) — There's anew man guiding the ship of Ripley Viking football as the 2024 high school season draws closer. Ryan Simon, a long-time assistant, is set to become the 25th leader of the program, taking over for another former Viking in Steve Sayre, who was in charge of the blue and white for four seasons.
Meet us in person: Join reporters in Wheeling for a roundtable discussion about the 2024 election
Mountain State Spotlight is on a mission to reshape how the media covers elections. We believe that voters want election coverage that is less focused on press releases and polls and more on the questions that they have for candidates. Residents of West Virginia’s northern panhandle told us they want elected officials to tackle the […] Meet us in person: Join reporters in Wheeling for a roundtable discussion about the 2024 election appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Woman arrested after telling police she shot her husband
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - One woman has been arrested after she told police she shot her husband. On Saturday, July 13, the Parkersburg Police Department responded to an address on Rayon Dr. in south Parkersburg in reference to a shooting that had already occurred. The subject and arrestee, identified as Bendi Tucker, called 911, stating she had shot her husband, according to the release.
Trial begins for Ohio's controversial transgender health care and women's sports law
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The trial began Monday for Ohio’s controversial transgender health care and women’s sports law. The law was supposed to go into effect in April, but the ACLU of Ohio sued, arguing it violates the state constitution. A judge then issued a temporary restraining order on the law.
Don Toliver bringing Psycho Tour to Walmart AMP
ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Superstars Don Toliver, Teezo Touchdown and Monaleo will be coming to the Walmart AMP on Oct. 24. Tickets will range from $39.50-$109.50 and go on sale at noon on Friday, July 19. Don Toliver is coming to the AMP on Oct. 24 for the Psycho...
Six states passed laws related to the restoration of voting rights felons or voting by incarcerated individuals
Six states adopted new laws related to voting by individuals convicted of a felony or voting by incarcerated individuals, including two states with Republican trifectas that passed bills to restore voting rights to certain individuals convicted of a felony more quickly. In Oklahoma, Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) signed HB 1629...
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