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Charleston Dirty Birds to host 2024 ‘Women Making a Difference Night’
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Charleston Dirty Birds are excited to announce the annual Women Making a Difference Night, taking place on Thursday, July 25th. This special event, titled “Empower Her: Stepping Up to the Plate,” is an evening filled with resources, community partnerships, and educational opportunities designed to inspire and empower young women to make a positive impact in their communities.
Ross County Grand Jury, July 12th: Random Assault May Have Been Drug-Fueled
The Ross County Grand Jury returned 13 of their 14 cases Friday, July 12th, 2024, with six open for release to the public. From testimony in the the grand jury in one of the cases, according to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office:. Chillicothe — On June 6th, six or...
Gov. Justice, WVDNR announce lottery opening for Twin Falls hunt and a chance to hunt with Whitetail Frenzy
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announce that the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) will begin accepting applications for an archery lottery deer hunt at Twin Falls Resort State Park and that one lucky hunter will be chosen to participate in an episode of Whitetail Frenzy TV. Applications will be open July 15, and you’ll be able to enter HERE.“I’m thrilled to announce this lottery hunt at Twin Falls and to be part of providing an unforgettable experience for one lucky hunter,” Gov. Justice said. “With gorgeous scenery, abundant wildlife, and incredible opportunities like this, West Virginia continues to be the best place in the world to go hunting.” There are 15 spots on the Twin Falls lottery hunt, but only one grand prize winner will get to hunt with the Whitetail Frenzy TV film crew. They’ll also receive a special prize package, including lodging at Twin Falls Resort. “I want to thank Whitetail Frenzy for partnering with the WVDNR to offer this extraordinary opportunity,” WVDNR Director Brett McMillion said. “This hunt not only highlights our state’s natural beauty and abundant wildlife but also supports our efforts in promoting sustainable hunting practices and wildlife conservation.” The lottery hunt is open to residents and non-residents, and applications must be submitted online at WVhunt.com. Hunters must use their existing Electronic Licensing and Game Checking System account or create one to apply. Once logged in, applicants must select “Enter a Lottery Drawing” and choose one of the available options. State Park Controlled Deer Hunt Lotteries Gov. Justice and the WVDNR also announced dates and locations for controlled hunts at Beech Fork, Bluestone, Cacapon Resort and Twin Falls Resort state parks.Beech Fork State Park (Nov. 4–6 and Nov. 11–13)Bluestone State Park (Nov. 4–6)Cacapon Resort State Park (Nov. 6–8 and Nov. 13–15)Twin Falls Resort State Park (Nov. 4–6 and Nov. 11–13)Applications are available starting July 15 and must be submitted online at WVhunt.com by Aug. 31. Hunters may apply for multiple hunts as an individual or as part of a group, but can only enter each hunt once. There is a $15 application fee for each entry. Class N/NN Deer Hunt Lottery Applications to hunt in 12 limited permit areas during the 2024 antlerless deer season will also be available starting July 15. Hunters have until midnight on Sept. 6 to apply. Locations for these hunts include:Camp Creek State ForestGreenbrier State ForestHillcrest WMANational Forest Land (Pocahontas County)Public Land (Randolph County)Boone CountyClay County (South Portion)Greenbrier County (North Portion)Kanawha County (North Portion)Kanawha County (South Portion)Nicholas CountyWebster CountyHunters who receive a permit may hunt antlerless deer on private and public land in the 12 limited permit areas on the following dates:Oct. 24-27Nov. 25 to Dec. 8Dec. 12-15 Dec. 28-31West Virginia hunting regulations apply to all controlled hunts. All hunters 15 and older must have a valid West Virginia hunting license, unless legally exempt from purchasing a license. To learn more about lottery hunts or to purchase a hunting license, visit WVdnr.gov/wv-lottery-hunts.
‘Sad he’s going to go’: Green High School junior earns Grand Championship in market beef show at fair
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune Eighteen entries in the 4-H and FFA market beef show held at 8 p.m. Wednesday night in the Large Animal Barn at the Lawrence County Fair ended with Green High School junior Gunner Daniels as the grand champion. Daniels also took first place in Class 4. Reserve […] The post ‘Sad he’s going to go’: Green High School junior earns Grand Championship in market beef show at fair appeared first on The Tribune.
WHEELERSBURG EARNS THEIR SPOT IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP
BOARDMAN OH- Wheelersburg exploded for nine runs in the fourth inning, cruising to a 12-0 win over Olentangy on Sunday and advancing to the 10U state championship. The fourth-inning rally featured Reese Stang doubling in two runs, Ava Kate Chamberlain singling in another, Madelyn Bailey doubling in two more, Harper Burgess singling in two, Brynnli Greenhill tripling in one, and Audrey Styles singling in another.
Abreu Pushes The Limit For $25,554
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio — It was a situation of being in the right place at the right time for Rico Abreu in Saturday’s seventh annual Dean Knittel Memorial at Portsmouth Raceway Park. After taking the lead on lap 21, the No. 24 pilot controlled the remaining 10 circuits to...
Kubota High Limit Racing Results At Portsmouth Raceway Park
Kubota High Limit Racing visited Portsmouth Raceway Park in West Portsmouth, Ohio, on Saturday for the 30lap, $25,554-to-win Dean Knittel Memorial. Rico Abreu denied Chris Windom of his would-be first High Limit victory as Abreu took the lead from Windom with 10 laps remaining and never looked back. Skylar Gee finished second, 1.058 seconds behind while Windom, who led a race-high 20 laps, finished third.
Country music stars gather in Louisa
LOUISA, Ky. (WYMT) - US-23 is known for producing country music stars like Noah Thomas, Ricky Skaggs, and Larry Cordle. Those three and more returned to eastern Kentucky on Friday and Saturday to perform at the Country Music Highway Tribute Show in Louisa. The show allowed local artists to perform...
Governor Justice celebrates the kickoff of the aerial tram replacement project at Hawks Nest State Park
ANSTED, WV (WVNS) — Governor Jim Justice visited Hawks Nest State Park in Fayette County to kickoff the project for the park’s aerial tram replacement. Hawks Nest State Park’s aerial tram was a part of the park since 1970, and the $8 million replacement project is part of more than $250 million in state park […]
Biggest pickleball tournament in West Virginia taking place this weekend
NITRO, WV (WOWK)- Metro 911 of Kanawha County is hosting a Pro-Am pickleball tournament this weekend, featuring more than 200 athletes. With so many athletes competing, it’s the largest pickleball tournament in the state of West Virginia. The tournament kicks off on Saturday at 8 a.m. at the Nitro Athletic Complex pickleball courts and will […]
Cabell County 911 celebrates 35 years of service
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Cabell County is celebrating 35 years of 911 service. July 1 marked the milestone, and on Friday, July 12, Cabell County 911 hosted an event to honor the retired and current dispatchers. Before Cabell County 911 was created, the county’s residents had to dial different seven-digit numbers to reach the […]
Hometown Senior Center has a new owner
PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Putnam Aging, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of senior citizens, is now the owner of Hometown West Virginia’s senior center. The Putnam County Commission has allowed Putnam Aging to work in three of the county’s senior centers, but now that they...
Hiring event gives community members a second chance in Kanawha County
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – A speed-hiring event that helped dozens of people find employment has returned for a second year. This follows Thursday’s ‘Prepped and Polished’ event, which helped people look and feel their best by providing them with clothes, haircuts, and other resources. Friday focused on hiring, where individuals who were looking for […]
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