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Biggest pickleball tournament in West Virginia taking place this weekend
NITRO, WV (WOWK)- Metro 911 of Kanawha County is hosting a Pro-Am pickleball tournament this weekend, featuring more than 200 athletes. With so many athletes competing, it’s the largest pickleball tournament in the state of West Virginia. The tournament kicks off on Saturday at 8 a.m. at the Nitro Athletic Complex pickleball courts and will […]
Summer music series in Oak Hill
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) – Good music and food is making its way to Oak Hill on Saturday, July 13th. The second concert series called ‘Groovin in the Hills’ is set to be hosted at the Lively Amphitheatre. Different musical performances and food trucks are on the table for all who attend. Allyson Wyatt, Chairperson […]
WVU Tech hosts hands-on summer visit day for prospective students
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — WVU Tech hosted one of their summer visit days on Friday, July 12, 2024. These visits are free for high school students to attend to get more information on the programs WVU Tech offers. The visits days are not like normal college visits as WVU...
Oak Hill Assistant City Manager, Dae Dae Kirk Retires
OAK HILL, WV (WOAY) – The city of Oak Hill is making a bittersweet announcement. The assistant city manager, Dae Dae Kirk, is retiring. After 37 years of working for the city of Oak Hill, Kirk says that the time is now. Coworkers, family, and friends joined together at...
Never Have I Ever: 59News Reporter Michael Hare tries Mountain Biking
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – 59News staff are embarking on adventures throughout the month of July. Specifically, they are doing things they have never done before. 59News reporter Michael Hare went mountain biking. Michael has experience riding dirt bikes, but mountain biking was a whole new adventure. “I really enjoy riding dirt bikes. It’s obviously much […]
Watch: Darryl Talley states case for NFL Hall of Fame induction, reflects on football career
West Virginia University football and Buffalo Bills great Darryl Talley is in Morgantown this weekend supporting fellow Mountaineer alum Brian Jozwiak’s fundraising efforts for WVU Medicine Children’s. Talley is also in town to kick off a campaign for what he and his family hope results in his eventual...
Raleigh County man arrested after stealing car title, $10,000 worth of collectible coins
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Raleigh County man has been arrested after stealing a car title and $10,000 worth of collectible coins. According to a criminal complaint, on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 3:49 PM, police were dispatched to a residence on Kanawha Blvd West in Charleston, following a report of stolen goods from a […]
$20,000 Scratch-Off Winner Sold in Beaver, West Virginia
A lucky $20,000 Colossal Cash scratch-off ticket was recently sold in Beaver, Raleigh County. The winner, identified as Kimberly S., claimed the top prize of $20,000. Only three top prizes remain for this scratch-off game. Rubby Cordelia is a finance journalist for WVPrepBB.com, bringing expertise and clarity to her reporting...
‘Keep Writing Your Story’ with RCPC’s prevention/recovery event
BECKLEY, WV (WOAY) – Raleigh County Prevention Coalition invites the community to Keep Writing Your Story, their Saturday, July 13 prevention and recovery event at Freedom Skate Park. Embracing life through all circumstances is a powerful movement. “We’ve all been impacted as a state and as a city of...
Excessive heat watch issued for Tuesday in Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for Tuesday in Rockingham County and Harrisonburg. Dangerously hot conditions are expected with heat index values up to 105 degrees possible. Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in...
Southeast Ohio, West Virginia Weather: High Heat, Humidity, and Storms on the Horizon
Charleston, WV – Southeast Ohio and West Virginia residents are bracing for another hot and muggy day as temperatures are expected to surpass the 90-degree mark. Coupled with rising humidity, the National Weather Service forecasts that the day will feel even warmer. According to the National Weather Service, isolated...
West Virginia officials, politicians provide statements on Trump rally shooting
BUTLER, PA (WVNS) — Former President Donald Trump was rushed off of a stage during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, after gunshots rang out in what is being investigated as an assassination attempt. Multiple Mountain State politicians and officials provided the following statements on the apparent assassination attempt. All of my prayers go out […]
Mostly clear skies tonight; warm and sunny for your Sunday
Saturday evening will have a few clouds around and perhaps a rogue shower or two. The biggest talking point will be how warm it is, starting off in the 80s for those with evening plans. Thankfully, we’ll cool off quite nicely tonight as overnight lows drop into the 60s. Along with mostly clear skies, makes […]
West Virginia holding a hunting lottery with the winner going on a hunting TV show
Gov. Jim Justice announced that the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) will begin accepting applications for an archery lottery deer hunt at Twin Falls Resort State Park and that one lucky hunter will be chosen to participate in an episode of Whitetail Frenzy TV.
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