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How to stay safe on the Fourth of July
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The 4th of July is this Thursday and people across the state will be celebrating in different ways. Sometimes, things can take a turn for the worse at these celebrations though. Cookouts, fireworks, local festivals… there are a ton of ways to celebrate the Fourth of July in West Virginia. Unfortunately, there are […]
Mostly clear & comfy tonight; chance for showers & storms on the way
Tuesday evening will be a typical summer drive with temps in the 70s. Mostly clear skies with high pressure around so outdoor evening dinner plans won’t be impacted. We’ll see those temps drop into the low to middle 60s, average lows for this time of the year. As winds diminish a bit, we could see […]
Students now permitted to carry guns on West Virginia college campuses
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (KDKA) -- Starting Monday, students on West Virginia University's campus were allowed to carry guns on campus grounds and all college campuses throughout West Virginia. It's thanks to the West Virginia Campus Self-Defense Act."Personally, I think it's a great idea. I was having a conversation with some of my buddies, and we all thought that was something that would occur in the near future, and we all thought that was a good idea," said West Virginia student Bryce Biggs.Regardless of whether students or faculty think it's a good or bad idea, the West Virginia legislature said yes to a...
2 DUI checkpoints to be held in NCWV next week
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia State Police will hold two DUI checkpoints in North Central West Virginia next week. The first checkpoint will be held in Monongalia County on Thursday, July 11th along U.S. Route 19/WV Route 7. This checkpoint will take place near the Pursglove post office...
Health center to develop programs to fight WV food insecurity
A West Virginia community health center is participating in a program addressing food scarcity. The National Association of Community Health Centers' 2024 Innovation Incubator creates ways to expand access to healthy foods. Cabin Creek Health Systems, based in Charleston, will have funding and guidance from experts to help it design and test community-based solutions.
Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is applauding another U.S. Supreme Court ruling that plaintiffs may bring a claim under the Administrative Procedure Act within six years of when they are first injured by final agency action, even if the agency first took the action more than six years ago. The Attorney […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
HistoriCorps and the Monongahela National Forest Seek Volunteers for Preservation Project in WSS
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS W.Va. – HistoriCorps and the Monongahela National Forest are seeking volunteers of all skill levels to help rehabilitate the historic Blue Bend Recreation Area picnic pavilion, with week-long volunteer opportunities running from September 22 through October 18. Those interested in volunteering can visit www.historicorps.org to register for the project and learn more […] The post HistoriCorps and the Monongahela National Forest Seek Volunteers for Preservation Project in WSS appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
City of Hinton holds swearing in ceremony for mayor, city council
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The city of Hinton held the swearing in ceremony for the office of mayor and for city council on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Two new members of city council were sworn in; Janima Bond and Lee Ann Goins, as well as two incumbent members being re-sworn in; Jim Leslie, and Roberta […]
Law enforcement increasing DUI patrols ahead of 4th of July
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — Alcohol is common at most Fourth of July festivities, and your local police want you to use it safely. There will be a heightened police presence on the roads for Fourth of July as well. Hinton Chief of Police Nathan Allen said that if you will be drinking this holiday to […]
Man smashed out windows at old Wendy’s building
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man is behind bars after he smashed out windows at the old Wendy’s building in Beckley because he wanted to “break sh*t.” On June 30, 2024, the Beckley Police were called to 3066 Robert C Byrd Drive, the former Wendy’s location. Emergency Communicators informed officers that a black male had […]
It’s picking season at Flat Top’s Blueberry Hill!
FLAT TOP, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The berries are now ripe for the picking as Blueberry Hill of Flat Top has announced the blueberry picking schedule for this week. Those interested in partaking can make their way out on any of four days this week to dig into bushels of blueberries. Picking hours for Tuesday, Wednesday, […]
“We need to clean up and take back our streets” – Newly elected Beckley Councilwoman Natalie Coots details desired goals
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Natalie Coots, newly elected Beckley Ward I Councilwoman, shared her aspirations for the city and addressed the concerns of her constituents in a recent interview with LOOTPRESS. Coots, along with other Beckley elected officials, were officially sworn in on Monday morning. Coots expressed a desire to restore Beckley to its former […]
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