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City of Hinton holds Swearing in ceremony for City Council and Mayor
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - Hinton's City Council took a historic turn on Tuesday, July 2, as a swearing-in ceremony ushered in a new era of leadership. Janima Bond and Lee Ann Goins, joined incumbent Roberta Sorg to form a majority-female council. Jim Leslie, the sole returning male member, rounds out the four-person body. Mayor Jack Scott was also sworn in, beginning his second term. Of the new term, Bond said, "I have quite a few projects that I'm excited about. I'm ready to start work on. We do have an issue with housing in the community. And we're already of...
Help needed in Mercer County animal cruelty investigation
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — Officials with the City of Bluefield, West Virginia are asking for the public’s help in relation to an animal cruelty investigation. According to a post from the City of Bluefield, WV Facebook page, on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, a search warrant was carried out on a home on Giles Street in […]
Watch Jaws while floating on the lake at Ace Adventure Resort
MINDEN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – ACE Adventure Resort invites thrill-seekers and movie lovers to a unique event: a screening of the classic film Jaws while floating in the park’s lake. Attendees can enjoy an after-hours swim from 8 to 9 PM before the movie starts. Guests can watch the film from the comfort of an inner […]
Reworked Beckley City Council will pursue Fruits of Labor lease
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Several new city officials were sworn in to office on Monday, and it appears as though the latest lineup of Beckley Common Council members can be expected to continue the search for answers with regard to a lease for the Fruits of Labor organization. Multiple city council meetings in recent months […]
WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital hosts nursing students from seven nursing programs
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Several nursing students from programs across both Virginias got the chance to earn some practical knowledge at WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital over the summer. This program was the biggest it had ever been, hosting 29 students from seven different nursing programs in both Virginia and West Virginia. The externship program […]
Princeton residents are getting ready for next First Friday concert!
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Princeton residents are looking forward to another First Friday concert coming to the city on July 5, 2024 – especially since an art walk has also been added to the event. The First Fridays concert series, which started back when COVID restrictions were first lifting, was a way to get people […]
Raleigh County Commission approves transfer of property to veteran’s museum
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An Eisenhower Drive property on Tuesday was approved for transfer by the Raleigh County Commission for use by the Raleigh County Veteran’s Museum. During Tuesday’s Regular Session of the Raleigh County Commission, a property listed at 201 Eisenhower Drive was the subject of discussion as item 5.6 in the “New Business” […]
Water main break reported in Montgomery, service temporarily unavailable
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – UPDATE: West Virginia American Water says 156 customers are affected. Estimated restoration is 11 AM this morning. — A water main break has resulted in the unavailability of water for some residents. According to the City of Montgomery, they have been notified by West Virginia American Water of a main break […]
City of Beckley to host electric fireworks show for the 4th of July
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The City of Beckley is celebrating Independence Day with a bang. Their fireworks display will be set off at 9:30 P.M. at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center and Beckley Little League Fields. They are bringing in Starfire, a group of professionals, to put on an electric fireworks show. Director of Beckley […]
Dave Says – There’s Nothing Passive About Real Estate
Dear Dave, We sold our rental property recently. When we bought it, we thought it would be a good source of passive income. But owning it wasn’t passive at all. It got to the point where the work and hassle became too much. We have $240,000 from the sale, and we’re debt-free except for […] The post Dave Says – There’s Nothing Passive About Real Estate appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Delegate suggests surplus could be used to build new Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — As Gov. Justice touts a $826 million surplus, Delegate Amy Summers, R-Taylor, recently wrote him a letter requesting $60 million of that be allocated to an aging psychiatric hospital in Huntington. She and other lawmakers have been touring some of the state hospitals and nursing...
2024 West Virginia Governor's Honors Academy wraps up at Fairmont State University
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — The 2024 West Virginia Governor's Honors Academy wrapped up at Fairmont State University on Wednesday, with nearly 100 high school students from across the state completing the program and showing off what they learned at the academy's closing event. In all, 95 rising high...
Tyler Childers, My Morning Jacket to perform at Healing Appalachia 2024
LEWISBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The performance lineup one of the year’s most highly anticipated live events in Southern West Virginia, Healing Appalachia 2024 has been announced. Returning as the headlining act for the event will singer/songwriter Tyler Childers. Kentucky rock act, My Morning Jacket will be taking the stage as well, along with country singer/songwriter […]
Environmentalists concerned over forever chemical regulations after U.S. Supreme Court ruling
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A U.S. Supreme Court ruling to overturn a 40-year-old precedent is raising concerns over the future of environmental regulations like the first-ever national drinking regulation. That rule would protect hundreds of millions of people from harmful chemical compounds called PFAs otherwise known as “forever chemicals.” “We know that they cause cancer. […]
Gov. Justice declares holiday for state employees on Friday, July 5, 2024
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation, declaring Friday, July 5, 2024, as a full-day state holiday for public employees. “We should all take time to reflect on all the sacrifices made by our veterans and active duty military members this Independence Day,” Gov. Justice said. “Their sacrifices are the reason we […] The post Gov. Justice declares holiday for state employees on Friday, July 5, 2024 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Judge dismisses lawsuit against Justice, Sorsaia over West Virginia jails conditions
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against state leaders over conditions in West Virginia jails. United States District Judge Irene Berger issued the order Tuesday, finding that the plaintiffs do not have standing to bring the lawsuit against defendants Gov. Jim Justice and West Virginia Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mark Sorsaia. “The Plaintiffs […] The post Judge dismisses lawsuit against Justice, Sorsaia over West Virginia jails conditions appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
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