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Organizers gearing up for Ahtens-Concord Town Social
ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One of the most highly anticipated social events of the year in the Athens area, the Athens-Concord Town Social will once again be bringing together members of the community on Sunday. Scheduled to run from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Sunday, August 18, 2024, the annual event will coincide with orientation weekend […]
Paws N Pals Celebrates Anniversary and New Beckley Location At Noon on Aug. 15
Beckley, W.Va. (WVDN) – Paws N Pals Doggy Daycare and Boarding is holding an open house and one-year anniversary celebration from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, August 15, at its new location – 611 South Oakwood Avenue in Beckley, W.Va. Co-owners Jennifer Camarillo and Corey Lacy will open the event with a ribbon cutting at […] The post Paws N Pals Celebrates Anniversary and New Beckley Location At Noon on Aug. 15 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Henning Church of God Ladies Hold August Meeting
FRANKFORD W.Va. WVDN) – The Ladies of the Henning Church of God held their regular monthly meeting, on Tuesday, August 6, in the church fellowship hall. Carole Spencer presided and Donna Scott led in prayer. The ladies provided the following report: “Dyan Hefner gave the devotion, ‘Be Intentional.’ Intentional means doing something on purpose or […] The post Henning Church of God Ladies Hold August Meeting appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Exciting New TV Show to Film at the Sweet Springs Resort Park
SWEET SPRINGS W.Va. (WVDN) – The charming town of Sweet Springs, West Virginia, is set to become the backdrop for an exhilarating new television mini-series, bringing both excitement, exposure and economic growth to the region. In a highly anticipated move, production will resume filming in November on “P27: The Series,” a drama/mystery/thriller that combines gripping storytelling with the […] The post Exciting New TV Show to Film at the Sweet Springs Resort Park appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
State Fair Concert Series: Bailey Zimmerman
FAIRLEA W.Va. (WVDN) – In this edition of the State Fair Concert Series, we will focus on rising Country star, Bailey Zimmerman. WHO IS BAILEY ZIMMERMAN? Hailing from Louisville, Kentucky and just 24 years old, no country artist made a bigger splash in 2022 when Bailey Zimmerman burst onto the music scene. With two number […] The post State Fair Concert Series: Bailey Zimmerman appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
New Safe Haven Baby Box dedicated in West Virginia
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A project aiming to protect the lives of the most vulnerable was dedicated and blessed on Monday. A Safe Haven Baby Box was unveiled at the St. Albans Fire Department. The box provides a safe and legal option for an anonymous surrender of a newborn.
Raleigh County woman charged after man allegedly pepper sprayed and hit with a bat
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A woman from Raleigh County is facing charges after she allegedly pepper sprayed and hit a man with a baseball bat. According to a release from the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday, August 12, 2024, deputies responding to a report of an assault at a home on Juniper Street in […]
Virginia DMV launches new motorcycle safety campaign
A new Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles advertising campaign is seeking to encourage motorcycle riders to take advantage of safety training courses offered through the Virginia Rider Training Program. The program offers comprehensive courses for riders at all levels, improving essential riding techniques and safety skills in a controlled environment....
West Virginia school health contest aims to encourage better eating
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Just in time for back-to-school season, West Virginia is launching a contest to help kids eat healthy. On Monday, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced the “West Virginia Healthy Habits Schools Challenge.” Elementary school students can make a two-minute video of what’s being done to create healthy habits at their schools […]
Senior centers, providing in-home care to elderly, struggling amid West Virginia Medicaid troubles
Ebony Moore has been an in-home caregiver for elderly residents in Kanawha County for 17 years. It isn’t a job that pays a lot, she said, but for her, it has always been a passion. “It originated from me taking care of my family — my grandmother, my aunties,” said Moore, 48, who lives in […]
WVDNR reminds bear hunters about early firearms seasons
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that two early firearms seasons for black bear are set to open Aug. 31 and Oct. 5 and reminded hunters to get ready by purchasing their license and stamps. The first early season will be open Aug. 31 to Sept. 8 in […] The post WVDNR reminds bear hunters about early firearms seasons appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Artist Dimeji Onafuwa to hold exhibit at Concord University
ATHENS, W.Va. – Concord University will host an exhibit and lecture by Artist and Concord University Alum, Dr. Dimeji Onafuwa beginning later this month. Dr. Dimeji Onafuwa is a multifaceted Nigerian born artist. His expertise extends beyond the canvas. He is also an educator and UX leader. He holds a PHD in Transition Design from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied design’s contribution to the new commons, a concept he terms as “recommoning.” He has been invited to deliver conference keynotes, participate in podcasts, and lead workshops worldwide. Topics he covers range from art and alternative economics to transition design, the pluriverse, the commons, allyship, and algorithmic bias.
Team Beckley WV ready to rock for Alzheimer’s
BECKLEY, WV (WOAY) – The Raleigh County Commission on Aging (RCCA) aims to end Alzheimer’s. Join team Beckley WV Rocks on Saturday, August 17 to stop this relentless disease. “This is the time of the year when we raise money for Alzheimer’s research,” said Assistant Executive Director Tammy...
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