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West Virginia Weather Alert: Hot Temperatures to Follow Cool Sunday Morning
Charleston, WV – West Virginians should brace for significant temperature changes on Sunday, with a cool morning giving way to scorching afternoon heat. The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a forecast predicting a cool start to the day, with morning lows ranging from 54°F to 62°F across the state. However, this will be short-lived, as temperatures are expected to soar to well above normal by the afternoon. Lowland areas, including Charleston, Huntington, and Parkersburg, could see afternoon highs reaching the low to mid-90s.
Greenbrier employee health benefits extended for another week
The Greenbrier Council of Labor Unions announced in a news release Friday afternoon that health benefits will be extended to the Greenbrier’s employees through Aug. 31. Earlier this week Greenbrier employees received a letter from an attorney representing the Amalgamated National Health Fund, who wrote that The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation is four months delinquent in […]
Boaz, West Virginia’s newest therapy dog, arrives at Gilmer County Elementary School
Representatives of First Lady Cathy Justice recently visited Gilmer County Elementary School to celebrate the arrival of Boaz, the state’s newest therapy dog through the Friends With Paws program. Boaz is a male Yellow Labrador Retriever. “I am so excited to add another addition to our Friends With Paws...
‘Once in a generation’ drought raises water quality concerns
ST. ALBANS, WV (WOWK) – Experts are calling the drought impacting large areas of West Virginia, a ‘Once in a Generation’ drought, as a drought has not affected the region to this degree since 1999. The drought could cause issues with vegetation, livestock and even water. City of St. Albans residents have expressed concerns with […]
Time to jump for joy- the 45th annual Bridge Day is almost here
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS)– West Virginians and adrenaline-seekers alike are about to be jumping for joy soon with the return of Bridge Day! The 45th anniversary of Bridge Day was announced for Saturday, October 19th of 2024. The entire local community and tons of out-of-state visitors look forward to this event all year to witness […]
West Virginia working to address housing crisis in the state
GHENT, WV (WVNS)– It’s no secret that much like the rest of the country, West Virginia is facing a housing shortage, especially when it comes to affordable housing. The current landscape of the housing market in West Virginia is challenging for a few reasons. Megan Bailey, the president of the Kanawha Valley Board of Realtors, […]
Parting words from a kids’ health advocate: Stay skeptical, West Virginia
I’m an Alaskan now. It feels strange to write, but it’s true. I relocated to Fairbanks over the summer. Whenever you read this, I’m four hours behind you in Alaskan Standard Time, where it’s probably colder with longer nights and occasional northern lights. So, this is my last commentary. West Virginians have always had good […]
Just for Kids held it’s 13th annual Charity Golf Tournament
DANIELS, WV (WOAY)- Just for Kids’ 13th annual golf tournament was held here, at Wood Haven Golf Course in Glade Springs. A large group of attendees putted off for a great cause. Just for Kids supports children who are abused and neglected in Raleigh and Fayette counties. They rely...
Oak Hill community clean up and cookout
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS)– A Fayette County community came together to clean up their city and cook out on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Volunteers gathered at the Oak Hill amphitheater at 8:45 a.m., and then split up onto different routes to help pick up litter in the area. They helped pick up trash, cleaned windows […]
Final chance to catch Fridays in the Park in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Fridays in the Park is winding down for 2024. On the next to last Friday, park visitors were serenaded by Trey Waycaster and his saxophone. Food vendors were also set up in downtown Beckley for one of the final gatherings of the summer. The Fridays in the Park event brings the […]
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