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988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline celebrates 2 years of service
(WTRF) — It is a service that has saved many lives and helped thousands of people throughout the Mountain State. First Choice Services is celebrating two full years of its 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline today. A spokesperson for First Choice Services says over the past two years they have seen 3 times the amount of […]
Drought and extreme heat negatively impacts local farms
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Farmers rely on rain during the summer season to produce crops, to ensure their livestock have plenty to eat and drink, and to make their living. However, the ongoing drought all across our region is massively complicating things. One local farmer, Mark Meador, told 59News how this drought has affected his […]
W.Va. DNR urges precaution with hiking in the heat
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - With temperatures hitting 90 degrees for 23 of the past 30 days, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources says outdoor enthusiasts need to take precautions and plan ahead. Michelle Foster, of Hurricane, exercises on a regular basis. Monday’s heat caused her to opt for the...
Strong thunderstorms expected Tuesday night in WV, OH and KY
(WOWK) – We are seeing oppressive heat to start the work week, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict a cold front will bring some relief later this week. Starting Tuesday evening strong thunderstorms will start to pass through the region bringing in the potential for heavy rain, high winds and hail. Take a look at the […]
The Lilly Family Reunion went off this weekend without a hitch
FLAT TOP, WV (WOAY)- Did you know the world’s largest family reunion takes place right here in West Virginia?. This year’s Lilly family reunion went off without a hitch this past weekend! They had a fun full weekend of fellowship, food, fun, and entertainment. They started off the weekend with a family dinner with live entertainment to round it off.
I-81 slow rolls and ramp closures in Harrisonburg to start this weekend
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Bridge demolition and ramp reconstruction will cause traffic restrictions and delays on Interstate 81 in Harrisonburg from July 21-26 for ongoing improvements to Route 33 (East Market Street) and its interchange with I-81 at exit 247. The off-ramp from southbound I-81 to westbound Route...
Valley League Baseball scores and highlights: July 15, 2024
(WHSV) - Check out the scores and highlights throughout the Valley Baseball League from Monday evening. Waynesboro 6, Harrisonburg 2 (Game 1) Waynesboro 6, Harrisonburg 5 (Game 2) Staunton 5, Culpeper 2. New Market 3, Purcellville 2.
Sunset market attracts ‘different crowd’ and more than food vendors
Mike Hott, owner of the locally-owned Hott Apiary, sets up a table at every Harrisonburg farmers market to sell his product and talk with customers. Last year, he also started selling his honey at Harrisonburg’s seasonal Sunset Market — a pop-up market on every third Thursday of the summer months featuring live music, local vendors and plenty of food options for the whole family. July’s market is coming up this Thursday.
JMU’s Trimble selected in the fourth round of MLB Draft by Miami
ARLINGTON, Texas (JMU Athletics) – With the 122nd overall pick, the Miami Marlins selected James Madison junior Fenwick Trimble in the fourth round of the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft on Monday afternoon. Trimble is the 11th Duke drafted under head coach Marlin Ikenberry and marks the first time...
Meet us in person: Join reporters in Wheeling for a roundtable discussion about the 2024 election
Mountain State Spotlight is on a mission to reshape how the media covers elections. We believe that voters want election coverage that is less focused on press releases and polls and more on the questions that they have for candidates. Residents of West Virginia’s northern panhandle told us they want elected officials to tackle the […] Meet us in person: Join reporters in Wheeling for a roundtable discussion about the 2024 election appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Why Matt Roan says you should play with JMU in EA College Football 25
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - If you’re a gamer, then Monday was like a national holiday. An iconic video game series made its return after more than a decade-long absence. Those who preordered EA College Football 25 were able to play the game for the first time. EA Sports starting...
Emily Calandrelli will be first West Virginia woman to travel to space
Emily Calandrelli, an engineer, will be the first woman from West Virginia to be an astronaut to travel to space. She’ll make the journey through a private flight company. The West Virginia University alumna, Emmy-nominated television host and mother announced the news on Tuesday. “I studied as an aerospace engineer for a decade, and it […] The post Emily Calandrelli will be first West Virginia woman to travel to space appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
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