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West Virginia 2025 Wildlife Calendar now available to purchase
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) has announced that the 2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is now available for purchase both online and in stores throughout the state. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the WVDNR’s publication of this widely appreciated calendar, which supports vital programs in the […]
First full moon of August is coming to West Virginia and Ohio on Monday
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The first full moon for the month of August is named after North America’s largest fish, the sturgeon. Hence why it is called the Sturgeon Moon. This event will take place on Monday August 19, with it achieving peak fullest at 2:25 PM. Other names for Augusts Full Moon are: Grain […]
Youth soccer developments in WV helping athletes play in college
INSTITUTE, WV (WOWK) — Developments in youth soccer across the state are helping youth soccer players get the chance to play at a collegiate level. Over the past few years, West Virginia has seen a steady increase in youth soccer participation, in part due to investments in youth athletics across the state. In southwestern West […]
West Virginia invites public input on Home Energy Rebate Programs
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) announced it will host a virtual public input session on August 26, 2024, at 10:00 A.M., to solicit community feedback on the state’s Home Energy Rebate Programs, which are funded by the U.S. Department of Energy under the Inflation Reduction Act. The Home Energy […]
Bad Driving Dooms Suspected Shooting Suspect Charged With Murder In Frederick: Police
A 22-year-old man is facing multiple murder charges following an investigation into an overnight shooting in Frederick County, police say. Speeding may have doomed Frederick resident Elijah Stephen Mboss, who was arrested in the area of a reported shooting when an officer spotted him driving too fast and failing to slow down at a stop sign.
WV Governor Jim Justice and other amateurs enjoy Pro-Am Day at the LIV Golf Tournament
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) – As LIV golfers prepare for competition over the weekend, the LIV Golf Tournament hosted its own Pro-Am at the Greenbrier. A Pro-Am is where amateur golfers get to play a round of golf with professionals. One of the amateur golfers at this Pro-Am was none other than West Virginia […]
Drug Overdose And Arrest In Berkeley County
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) reports by email a drug arrest that occurred on Thursday, August 15th in Martinsburg, WV. Berkeley County Deputy Webb responded to a drug overdose at the APM Inn and Suites. Witnesses reported that the victim had met with Kassandra Brown and Eric Wattier...
Berkeley County Schools to implement smartphone-free policy for enhanced learning
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Beginning Monday, Berkeley County Schools (BCS) will enforce a new policy prohibiting smartphones, smartwatches, and earbuds in classrooms. The goal of this initiative is to reduce distractions and create an optimal learning environment for both students and teachers. According to Berkeley County Schools (BCS), the policy applies to all students […]
West Virginia’s eastern panhandle prepares for 71st annual Jefferson County Fair
JEFFERSON COUNTY, W.Va. (DC News Now) — On Friday, volunteers in Jefferson County were working to put the finishing touches on show barns, carnival rides, livestock exhibits and craft displays. The 71st annual Jefferson County Fair kicks off Sunday and runs through August 24. It’s tons of fun for the family, but volunteers devote countless […]
Is THEIR agenda YOUR agenda?
On News Talk 103.7Fm we tell you the story and share an action point. Your voice matters. Pick your meeting, stand up, and be heard!. Berkeley County Board of Education meeting, 6 p.m., Dr. N. Blaine Groves Board Room at the Office of Special Education (401 S. Queen St., Martinsburg).
‘Mountain Music at the Mill’ to raise funds for Byrd Center
SHEPHERDSTOWN — The Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History & Education, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in the 2022-2023 academic year, is developing plans for another successful 20 years of community service and education. On Aug. 24 at 6 p.m., the Byrd Center’s annual summer fundraiser will be...
Coaches want more than just athletic skills and confident maturity
SHEPHERDSTOWN — High school athletics and college athletics have their obvious differences. The skill levels aren’t the same. Neither are the pressures to perform well and do the required work in the classroom. Usually, the skill sets of the coaches are also different. But coaches seeking a winning...
Sweet as a peach: Shepherdstown Peach Festival continues to grow from humble beginnings
SHEPHERDSTOWN — The annual Shepherdstown Peach Festival returned to New Street United Methodist Church on Saturday, selling a variety of foods made with peaches picked on the outskirts of Shepherdstown, at Twin Ridge Orchard. About 13 bushels of peaches were needed to make the 114 peach pies, 15 trays...
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says Blueprint education policy may need adjustments
OCEAN CITY, Md. — Though committed to its implementation, Gov. Wes Moore said Saturday that adjustments may be needed to effectively enact the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future education reform policy in light of the state’s fiscal woes. “The Blueprint conversation is just one of many difficult discussions that we will have over the next 12 months,” Moore said Saturday during his closing speech ...
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