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W.Va. WIC celebrates 50th anniversary
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The 50th Anniversary celebration begins at 3 pm at Ritter Park in Huntington at Shelters 1 and 2. Festivities will include program enrollments, family-friendly games and activities, informational booths, and a pop-up farmer’s market to honor WIC’s impact on West Virginia families.
Beware of ticket scams as you purchase your State Fair of West Virginia tickets
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – The 99th annual State Fair of West Virginia is quickly approaching, offering cool rides, great eatery, big concerts, and much more. With the technology of today, many people can skip the lines and order their tickets online. However, State Fair CEO, Kelly Collins warned fairgoers that this easier access could prove […]
Back-to-school dates announced for southern West Virginia
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Back-to-school dates were announced for counties in West Virginia and Virginia. The dates can be found on the school calendars at each of the counties Board of Education websites. The 2024-2025 back-to-school dates for counties in southern West Virginia and Virginia include: August 15, 2024 August 19, 2024 August 22, 2024 […]
Local fire department rallies to support toddler with rare heart condition
McMechen, W.Va. — The McMechen Volunteer Fire Department is purchasing new equipment for a little boy named Laiden. Two-year old Laiden suffered cardiac arrest on July 5 and was later diagnosed with myocarditis -- an extremely rare heart condition. On average, only 22 out of 100,000 individuals battle the...
Fairmont professor honored with teaching excellence awards
FAIRMONT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Fairmont State University has announced that Professor of Information Systems Management, Dr. Rebecca Giorcelli has been honored with multiple awards denoting teaching excellence. Bestowed upon educators who have been shown to demonstrate outstanding prowess teaching in their area of expertise, the Teaching Excellence Award for Region 2 is among the honors […]
Humane society held ice cream adoption event
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Humane Society of Parkersburg partnered with Rhododendron Ice Cream to supply visitors a sweet treat while they met with pets at the shelter. They were open for a couple extra hours on Thursday, and Shelter Manager Samantha Tannous shared the reason behind it. “We have...
Ravenswood Ohio River Festival set to delight with Star Performers and more
RAVENSWOOD, WV (WOWK) – A beloved annual tradition is returning to Jackson County, WV. Festival-goers can enjoy inflatables, carnival rides and entertainment at The Ravenswood Ohio River Festival. Friday night entertainment features Kate Boytek at 6:30 p.m., followed by 2022 American Idol winner Noah Thompson at 8 p.m. Saturday...
Tucker Begins Competition at 2024 Paris Olympics on Saturday
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – West Virginia University rifle All-American Mary Tucker will compete for the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Tucker will take part in three events over the course of a week, competing in mixed team air rifle, women's air rifle and women's smallbore. Below is the full schedule. All rounds will take place at the Chateauroux Shooting Center. Schedule: Saturday, July 27, 3 a.m. ET: Mixed Team Air Rifle Qualification Saturday, July 27, 4:30 a.m. ET: Mixed Team Air Rifle Bronze Match Final Saturday, July 27, 5 a.m. ET: Mixed Team Air Rifle Gold Match Final...
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