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Inside the Numbers: 2023-24 Men’s Golf
ATHENS, W.Va. – Over the last few years at the conclusion of the academic year, the Concord University Sports Information Department takes a look back at each sport's program success in the recently completed season in an Inside the Numbers series. The final fall sport to take the spotlight is men's golf from the 2023-24 season. 10- Consecutive rounds in the 70s for Carson Proffitt during the fall season. 18- Finish for Indiana Eades at the Mountain East Conference Championship in October—the highest finisher for the Mountain Lions. 21- Rounds played by Peyton Watts during the fall and spring seasons....
7-Brew Coffee drive-thru opens in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A new drive-through coffee stand was open on Robert. C. Byrd Drive in Beckley on Monday, July 15, 2025, and the manager said the new business has had a warm welcome from customers. Seven Brew Coffee offers 20,000 combinations of coffee drinks, starting with the original “Blondie.” The Beckley location is […]
Tuesday’s sizzle brings isolated storm risk; much needed rain moves in Wednesday
Tuesday is a very mild start as temps push back into the 90s by the afternoon. Touch more humidity pushes heat indexes closer to the upper 90s/low 100s for our western counties. A few more clouds push in for the afternoon as a cold front slides closer. A stray afternoon shower/t-storm possible, mainly north. Tuesday […]
West Virginia Governor to deliver an address to the people of the Mountain State
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice is set to deliver a statewide address on Monday. No information was provided on what the address will be about but it comes after the assassination attempt of former President Trump.
West Virginia Dem candidates spend little as summer campaigns kick off
The first campaign finance reports since May’s primary election were filed this week, showing that Republicans in nearly all contested state-level races are vastly outspending and outraising their Democratic opponents. The reports cover a two-month period between April 29 and June 30, meaning they include about two weeks of information before the May 14 primary, […] The post West Virginia Dem candidates spend little as summer campaigns kick off appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
U.S. House committee advances bill that would halt application of new silica dust rule
The U.S. House Appropriations Committee voted last week to advance an appropriations bill for the federal Department of Labor that contains a provision to block the implementation of a newly finalized rule meant to limit coal miners’ exposure to dangerous silica dust. The bill previously passed a subcommittee and, on Wednesday, passed the full Appropriations Committee 31-25 with no amendments that […] The post U.S. House committee advances bill that would halt application of new silica dust rule appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Police: Theft investigation underway at Trap Hill Little League Fields
ECCLES, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia State Police need your help after a theft and destruction of property incident occurred at Trap Hill Little League Fields. Between the evening of Wednesday, July 10, 2024, and the early morning hours of Thursday, July 11, 2024, an unidentified individual or individuals unlawfully entered a building at the […]
2nd annual Princeton Public Library chess tournament to be held in Mercer County
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Do you consider yourself a chess master? If so, you can put your wits to the test at The 2nd annual chess tournament at Princeton City Hall on Saturday, July 19, 2024. One of the unique things about this tournament is it will be overseen by the 2021 WV Chess Association’s […]
Dry conditions cause brush fires to blaze in Mercer County
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – There is an uptick of brush fries in Mercer County. The Mercer County Office of Emergency Management tracked 5 brush fires within the past week. Brush fires are not normally an issue until fire season begins in October, but with the dry weather we are experiencing, these fires are more likely […]
59th annual West Virginia State Water Festival to take over Hinton for a week full of water and fun
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – The 59th annual West Virginia State Water Festival is kicking off this Saturday in Hinton. On Saturday, July 20, 2024, the festival will begin with several events, including the pet parade at 9:30 A.M. and music performances at Saturdays in the Park starting at 5 P.M. There will also be water […]
Beckley Fire Department and American Red Cross kick-off ‘Camp Do Good’ blood drive
This summer, the American Red Cross and Beckley Fire Department invite you to “Do Good, Feel Good and Help others.”. Save a life by donating blood, platelets or plasma. Schedule your appointment today; you even get new swag for giving. “We get emails all the time saying how there...
Mercer County man sentenced for fentanyl crime
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A Mercer County man was sentenced to prison for a drug crime involving fentanyl. 27-year-old Austin Pannell, of Bluefield, was sentenced on July 15, 2024 to nine years in prison, followed by three years of parole, for distribution of fentanyl. According to court documents, Pannell sold an amount of fentanyl on […]
Water discoloration reported on Loops Road, unauthorized hydrant use suspected
SEWELL MOUNTAIN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Danese Public Service District (PSD) in Fayette County has reported discoloration in the water on Loops Road. Officials believe this issue is caused by the unauthorized use of a fire hydrant located at the end of the road. Residents are urged to report any individuals, other than PSD employees […]
Modern Tan cuts ribbon on Princeton location
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One of the Mercer County’s newest additions, Modern Tan participated in a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony over the weekend for a new Princeton location with the Chamber of Commerce of the Two Virginias. Situated at 1295 Stafford Drive, Modern Tan seeks to bring a “high-end, luxurious tanning experience,” to the Princeton […]
Planned power outage to affect parts of Summers and Monroe counties
SUMMERS COUNTY/MONROE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A planned power outage will occur for parts of Summers and Monroe counties towards the end of July 2024 due to facility upgrades. From 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024, a power outage is scheduled that will affect around 1,190 customers in the Alderson, Ballengee, […]
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