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Drought and extreme heat negatively impacts local farms
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Farmers rely on rain during the summer season to produce crops, to ensure their livestock have plenty to eat and drink, and to make their living. However, the ongoing drought all across our region is massively complicating things. One local farmer, Mark Meador, told 59News how this drought has affected his […]
W.Va. DNR urges precaution with hiking in the heat
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - With temperatures hitting 90 degrees for 23 of the past 30 days, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources says outdoor enthusiasts need to take precautions and plan ahead. Michelle Foster, of Hurricane, exercises on a regular basis. Monday’s heat caused her to opt for the...
Strong thunderstorms expected Tuesday night in WV, OH and KY
(WOWK) – We are seeing oppressive heat to start the work week, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict a cold front will bring some relief later this week. Starting Tuesday evening strong thunderstorms will start to pass through the region bringing in the potential for heavy rain, high winds and hail. Take a look at the […]
The Lilly Family Reunion went off this weekend without a hitch
FLAT TOP, WV (WOAY)- Did you know the world’s largest family reunion takes place right here in West Virginia?. This year’s Lilly family reunion went off without a hitch this past weekend! They had a fun full weekend of fellowship, food, fun, and entertainment. They started off the weekend with a family dinner with live entertainment to round it off.
Beckley Gaming Expo gearing up for fifth year
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Beckley Gaming Expo is returning to the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center at the end of this month. The 5th annual event is promising to be the best one yet. Desiree Christian, Event Organizer, said to come ready to game! “For this year’s expo we have more games, more TVs than […]
Beckley Police Department officers discuss fentanyl threat to officers
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — When Beckley Police Department Lieutenant Jason McDaniel joined the force more than two decades ago, he said on Monday, July 15, 2024, crack cocaine was the worst drug he had ever encountered. He said things have changed since then, however. “The pills came, and the pill epidemic. You know, the pill […]
Mount Olivet Church prepares for 108th annual camp meeting
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Mount Olivet Church is hosting their 108th annual Mount Olivet Camp Meeting. The camp runs from July 19, 2024 through July 26, 2024 on Madams Creek Road in Hinton. This camp holds services each day at 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 7 p.m. They also offer free homecooked meals […]
New River Gorge Park and Preserve to host trail volunteer program outreach event on July 23
Fayetteville, WV (WOAY)—The New River Gorge Park and Preserve and Friends of the New River Gorge are hosting a community outreach event on Tuesday, July 23, to discuss the trail volunteer program. The event will take place at Bridge Brew Works in Fayetteville from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
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.
Tigger Lawson is this week’s LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week
(LOOTPRESS) The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week for the week of July 7 – July 13 is Tigger Lawson! Tigger is an exceptionally well behaved pup with a black coat and white features. His According to his family, he is the most handsome boy around! Thanks to all who submitted for this week’s feature and […]
Emily Calandrelli will be first West Virginia woman to travel to space
Emily Calandrelli, an engineer, will be the first woman from West Virginia to be an astronaut to travel to space. She’ll make the journey through a private flight company. The West Virginia University alumna, Emmy-nominated television host and mother announced the news on Tuesday. “I studied as an aerospace engineer for a decade, and it […] The post Emily Calandrelli will be first West Virginia woman to travel to space appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
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