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U.S. Small Business Administration steps in to aid flood victims in New Cumberland
HANCOCK COUNTY, WV — In response to the flooding in April, the New Cumberland City Hall has welcomed officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration to answer questions for residents of Hancock, Marshall and Ohio counties. Business owners, homeowners, renters or non-profits can apply for a low interest disaster...
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation announces scholarship, endowment
PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Area Community Foundation has announced the establishment of the Building a Sustainable Future Endowment Fund and the Judith Cottrill Smith Scholarship. A release from PACF said the endowment fund is aimed at providing resources to support sustainable and energy efficient projects/programs within the PACF’s service...
Second Annual Stonewood Firefighter's Festival is Set for 3-Day Event with Plenty of Entertainment on Tap
The second annual Stonewood Firefighter’s Festival is scheduled to take place August 2-4 in Stonewood. And once again, everyone is invited. The three-day festival’s main day is Saturday with a full lineup of entertainment. From good food from multiple food truck vendors along with music, crafts, a pageant...
Fairmont professor honored with teaching excellence awards
FAIRMONT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Fairmont State University has announced that Professor of Information Systems Management, Dr. Rebecca Giorcelli has been honored with multiple awards denoting teaching excellence. Bestowed upon educators who have been shown to demonstrate outstanding prowess teaching in their area of expertise, the Teaching Excellence Award for Region 2 is among the honors […]
West Virginia Weekend Weather: Highs in the 80s and Plenty of Sunshine
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents can look forward to a stretch of pleasant weather, with sunny skies and warm temperatures dominating the forecast. The National Weather Service in Charleston has predicted clear and comfortable conditions for the state, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities. According to...
Wildfires could impact air quality in West Virginia
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) – The air quality around the country has drastically declined due to wildfires. The flames themselves are deadly, and the smoke hovering over the Mountain State can cause issues of its own. Dr. Donald Asbury is an Allergist at Allergy and Asthma Center of Bluefield. He says that there are a number […]
Beware of ticket scams as you purchase your State Fair of West Virginia tickets
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – The 99th annual State Fair of West Virginia is quickly approaching, offering cool rides, great eatery, big concerts, and much more. With the technology of today, many people can skip the lines and order their tickets online. However, State Fair CEO, Kelly Collins warned fairgoers that this easier access could prove […]
Back-to-school dates announced for southern West Virginia
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Back-to-school dates were announced for counties in West Virginia and Virginia. The dates can be found on the school calendars at each of the counties Board of Education websites. The 2024-2025 back-to-school dates for counties in southern West Virginia and Virginia include: August 15, 2024 August 19, 2024 August 22, 2024 […]
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