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Second Steak 'n Shake in West Virginia Set to Open its Doors in North Central Part of State Next Week
A new national restaurant chain is about to open its doors in North Central West Virginia after a lengthy process to get started. According to media reports, social media posts, and a worker on site, Steak ‘n Shake is set to open its doors this Monday, July 22. WBOY reported this as well (and can be found on their site).
A Day in the Life of a wrangler in West Virginia
POCA, WV (WOWK) – With 10 horses to take care of, every day is a busy day at Circle M Ranch. From cleaning, feeding, grooming and training, there isn’t much wranglers can’t do. You can watch 13 News Anchor Andie Bernhardt tackle the day as a wrangler trainee in the video player above.
West Virginia American Water and American Water Charitable Foundation Provide Over $845,000 in Statewide Support to Communities in 2023
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia American Water today its total charitable contributions for 2023. Last year, the company gave more than $459,000 in grants, charitable donations, and program support to nearly 127 organizations in West Virginia. Additionally, the American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF) granted $386,200 and provided employee matching gifts, impacting communities served by […]
Road reopens after Sissonville crash
UPDATE: (6:30 P.M. Thursday, July 18) – Allens Fork Road has reopened after a crash in Sissonville. The crash had one lane of traffic temporarily closed. Kanawha County dispatchers say no injuries were reported in the crash. KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – One lane of traffic is shut down...
West Virginia International Sports Jamboree kicks off Friday
CAIRO — The West Virginia International Sports Jamboree kicks off Friday evening at North Bend State Park where mobility and visually impaired participants will take the field in numerous endeavors. Friday’s activities feature a free concert by the Midnight Outlaws, a Ritchie County-based southern rock band, with the bulk...
Man ordered to Sharpe Hospital for parents’ deaths denied supervised trips motion
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – A man accused of killing his own mother and father appeared by video in Kanawha County Court Wednesday for a hearing regarding his case. Takanao Kambara, who is being held at Sharpe Hospital, was denied a motion that would allow him the right to attend supervised trips. The judge cited […]
Businessman wanted by police for defrauding people
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Police are seeking a businessman known in Southern West Virginia after allegedly defrauding multiple people. Thomas Dunn is being sought for questioning in connection with fraudulent activities. Dunn has reportedly defrauded multiple individuals in southern West Virginia, including Raleigh County, through his business, “Interstate Driveway Repairs and Tree Trimming.” He […]
$74,000 in counterfeit money recovered in Alderson
ALDERSON W.Va. (WVDN) – Police in Alderson have recovered an astounding $74,000 in counterfeit money following an investigation. According to an official statement, the counterfeit money was “in denominations of 20, 50 and 100 dollar bills.” Officers remind the public to “Please be responsible and diligent by checking the bills at your businesses and or […] The post $74,000 in counterfeit money recovered in Alderson appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Summers County updating emergency radio towers
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — Radios are crucial when it comes to communicating during emergency situations. Summers County is finally bringing their emergency radio towers up to snuff in preparation for a total overhaul in order to make their communication the best it can be. Summers County’s current emergency radio tower system is anywhere from 25 […]
Vendors Needed for Carnegie Hall’s 38th Annual Taste of Our Towns Festival
LEWISBURG W.Va. (WVDN) – On Saturday, October 12, from 12 to 4 p.m., the 38th annual Taste of Our Towns (TOOT) festival will bring thousands of visitors to downtown Lewisburg. TOOT is a fundraiser for Carnegie Hall, a cultural institution of the Greenbrier Valley/New River region that brings arts education, performances, and exhibits to all. […] The post Vendors Needed for Carnegie Hall’s 38th Annual Taste of Our Towns Festival appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Princeton Community Hospital among best hospitals, according to U.S. News & World Report
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital has been recognized as a high-performing hospital for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital received this distinction for its excellence in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and heart failure and performing knee replacements. This honor is the highest distinction awarded in the […]
Mayor Copenhaver provides update on water lines and plant
ALDERSON W.Va. (WVDN) – Following a recent council meeting, Alderson Mayor, Travis Copenhaver, issued an update on the ongoing water line and water plant projects. The following is his statement: “In this past Thursday’s council meeting, we made the water project work schedule official. “The water plant project will go out for bid on Thursday, […] The post Mayor Copenhaver provides update on water lines and plant appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Ronceverte Food Pantry finds new home
In a meeting last night, the Ronceverte Food Pantry Board of Directors worked through the details of acquiring the former Nazarene Church located on Route 219. The current building is structurally unsound and will be demolished. A new building housing the food pantry will replace it. Mayor Deena Pack attended...
Unemployment claims in Virginia declined last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Virginia dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, fell to 2,060 in the week ending July 6, down from 2,112 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Trump holds edge over Biden in Virginia: Poll
President Biden is trailing former President Trump in Virginia, according to an Emerson College Polling/The Hill poll released Thursday, but the gap is within the data’s margin of error. The survey found that 45 percent of Virginia voters said they support Trump, while 43 percent back Biden and 11 percent said they were undecided. The…
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