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Wheeling for Hope gearing up for September event
OAK HILL, WV (WOAY) – This September 27 you can help support a great cause by participating in Wheeling for Hope’s second annual event to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among West Virginians ages 10 to 34. “And...
Food distribution scheduled in WSS
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS W.Va. (WVDN) – The White Sulphur Springs Pentecostal Holiness Church will be distributing free food boxes on Saturday, August 10, beginning at 9 a.m. This is on a first-come, first-served basis and is drive-through only. Organizers said, “We are going to serve as many as we can and look forward to seeing you.” […] The post Food distribution scheduled in WSS appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Rabid Bat Confirmed in Buchanan County Community
BUCHANAN, VA (LOOTPRESS) – A bat collected August 2, from the Lovers Gap Road area of the Vansant community in Buchanan County tested positive for rabies. This is the first confirmed case of animal rabies in Buchanan County and in the Cumberland Plateau Health District this year. A resident observed that their cat and its […]
Historic Itmann Company Store sold to Texas investor for tourism development
ITMANN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The iconic Itmann Company Store complex, known as the “Castle in the Coalfields,” has been sold to Gary Drabek, a Texas investor. Drabek plans to collaborate with state and local officials to transform the historic site into a major tourism center. Drabek, from Houston, Texas, finalized the purchase today in Beckley. […]
West Virginia working with farmers to provide hay, water during worst drought in 25 years
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With the State Fair of West Virginia kicking off Thursday, Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt is preparing to welcome the public and vendors, but he is also working with state and federal officials to support farmers suffering through the worst drought in decades. Leonhardt, who is running...
State Fair set to return Thursday
FAIRLEA, W.Va. – Gates are set to open for the 99th Annual State Fair of West Virginia on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 8 AM, with carnival rides opening at 11 AM. To celebrate the return of the state’s largest multi-day event, catch opening day specials, including $8 gate admission and a $25 all-day ride pass.
State Fair of West Virginia Food and Crafts Demonstration Schedule West Virginia Building
FAIRLEA W.Va. (WVDN) – The State Fair of West Virginia has released the list of food and craft demonstrations to be held during the 2024 fair. Food Demonstrations to be presented each day during the Fair at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. are: Thursday, August 8 – Greenbrier Hotel – Culinary Delights from White Sulphur Springs, West […] The post State Fair of West Virginia Food and Crafts Demonstration Schedule West Virginia Building appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
UPDATE: Driver identified in fatal single-vehicle crash on Bethany Pike
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Authorities are investigating a fatal single-vehicle accident that occurred Tuesday evening along Bethany Pike near the intersection of Warden Run Road. Authorities report that at about 7:15 p.m. a vehicle was traveling southbound on W.Va. 88 (Bethany Pike) when it went over an embankment and into a stream at the intersection of Warden Run Road.
Football picked ninth at PAC Media Day
LATROBE, Pa. (Aug. 6) – The Waynesburg University football team was picked ninth in the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) preseason football poll, which was revealed at the conference’s annual media day on the campus of Saint Vincent College. Head coach Dr. Cornelius Coleman and senior safety Brennan Boron (St. Mary’s, W.Va. / St. Marys) represented the Jackets at the event and participated in a question and answer session with PAC Associate Commissioner and Director of Communications Brian Rose. Coleman enters his third season at the helm of the Waynesburg program. He spoke to continuity of the roster and coaching staff.…
Chubby Guy Window Tinting celebrates 8 years in business
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Chubby Guy Window Tinting was joined by members of the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate eight years in business. Located at 319 Mount Tabor Road, Chubby Guy Window Tinting has been providing exceptional service to the residents of Raleigh County since 2016. […]