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Preserving West Virginia’s coal mining history
MOUNDSVILLE, W.V. (WTRF) — Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex held a lecture on preserving West Virginia’s coal mining history. The Abandoned Mine Lands department oversees public safety issues related to coal operations like high walls, open portals, and blow outs. Regional planning supervisor, Jeff Davis, spoke about his experience working with mining operations prior […]
Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of phone scams
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office warned members of the community about the reappearance of scam calls. According to the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, scammers are pretending to be from the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office and are calling and leaving messages for people in the community. The scam calls state that […]
Central Gbr Beats Tygart Valley, Falls to Huntington in First Two of State Tourney
CHAPMANVILLE- The Central Greenbrier all-stars got off to a hot start on opening day of the state tournament in Chapmanville on Friday evening, July 19, but the following day was not as kind to the boys from Greenbrier County. East defeated Tygart Valley 14-5 on Friday before falling to Huntington 7-3 in the second game. […] The post Central Gbr Beats Tygart Valley, Falls to Huntington in First Two of State Tourney appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Struggles local farmers are facing
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Farmers Markets are a staple of West Virginia culture. On every Saturday starting in May through October, the public can go out to get fresh produce and goods from the Hinton Farmers Market. Farmers put a lot of time and effort into growing crops to sell, but hardships can cause setbacks. […]
Man faces murder charges after body discovered in Vienna, police say
VIENNA, W.Va. (WCHS) — A body was discovered in Wood County on Saturday evening, kicking off a death investigation and an arrest, police say. Reports came in just before 4:30 p.m. of an unresponsive person in an apartment on the1200 block of 19th Street. Upon arrival, Vienna police discovered a deceased female, Morgan Lee Lott, 22, and began collecting evidence and interviews, according to a news release from the Vienna Police Department.
VSP: Tractor-trailer crash prompted diesel cleanup on I-81 in Abingdon Sunday
ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – All lanes are back open on Interstate 81 in Abingdon after a tractor-trailer crash prompted a cleanup effort Sunday afternoon, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). The Virginia State Police (VSP) told News Channel 11 that at approximately 2:32 p.m., a tractor-trailer had a tire blowout near mile marker […]
No injuries reported after plane crash in Rural Retreat
RURAL RETREAT, Va. (WDBJ) - No injuries were reported after a small-plane crash, according to Mountain Empire Airport. The pilot of a 1978 Cessna plane crashed near Mountain Empire Airport Sunday, July 21 between 9:55 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., according to airport officials. Airport officials say the pilot was the...
Three arrested on crack trafficking charges
Three men were arrested recently on charges related to the trafficking of crack cocaine, according to the Mingo County Sheriff's Department. According to a criminal complaint written by Deputy T.J. Justice II, on July 9, he and Deputy M.E. Tiller were traveling in the Maher area when the deputies saw a Chevrolet Malibu that was halfway in the road.
AHSB Personnel Action from July 15
At the conclusion of closed session on Monday, July 15, 2024 the School Board took the following personnel action: The School Board approved the appointments of Kevin S. Linhares as Director of Maintenance and Transportation. Also approved was Travis J. Moats as Maintenance Mechanic; Kristie M. Link as Custodian/Floater; Brenda L. Tancredi as Shuttle Driver; […] The post AHSB Personnel Action from July 15 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
‘City Center Live’ brings local songwriters to downtown Charleaston
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – City Center Live, downtown Charleston’s preeminent free outdoor summer arts series, presented its first ever ‘Songwriter Showcase” at Slack Plaza Sunday. The evening featured performances from West Virginia-based musicians Makenna Hope, Sarah Rudy, and Dalchord. For the full City Center Live summer schedule,...
Woman charged in connection with stabbing
CHARLESTON, W.Va.- One person was arrested in connection with a stabbing that happened in Charleston on Saturday. Titshina Carter is charged with malicious wounding in connection with that incident. Charleston Police said officers responded to the 1500 block of Dorchester Road for a reported stabbing around 10:30 p.m. Investigators said...
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