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It’s official: Joe Manchin is not seeking reelection after filing deadline passes
Sen. Joe Manchin’s (I-WV) ability to keep reporters and fellow senators guessing on his nearly every move is perhaps second to none. So when the Democrat-turned-independent declared last year he wouldn’t seek reelection against long odds in the ruby red state, reporters still sought to confirm he hadn’t had a change of heart long after. […]
West Virginia Department of Health’s Statistics Center changes and improves payment options for vital records
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Department of Health’s (DH) Health Statistics Center’s Vital Records Office is making its security stronger and providing expanded payment options at its 350 Capitol Street walk-up window. This update is helpful to individuals and others seeking certified copies of vital records. The newly-introduced security paper has advanced printing […]
Health care worker shortage continues in southern West Virginia
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — In 2023, the Health Resources and Services Administration declared that a healthcare worker shortage in the U.S. was a national crisis. Many health care workers in southern West Virginia have told 59News that the region is in crisis due to a lack of qualified health care workers, including specialists, psychiatrists, physicians, […]
Scrutiny intensifies over alleged collusion between Mark Scott and Kris Warner
In a swirl of controversy, Mark Scott’s removal from his duties as Administration Secretary of West Virginia has sparked questions regarding his role in political fundraising, government contracts, and any connections with grant recipients. At the heart of the issue lies a political action committee (PAC) he chaired, which has raised significant funds and concerns […] The post Scrutiny intensifies over alleged collusion between Mark Scott and Kris Warner appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Turkey Run Lake restoration suspended following announcement from Governor Justice
RAVENSWOOD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Plans for the removal of a high-hazard dam and subsequent planned restoration effort for Turkey Run Lake have been placed on hold following a director from Governor Jim Justice last month. According to West Virginia Department of Commerce Director of Marketing and Communication, Andy Malinoski, on Friday, July 19, 2024, the […]
WVU President Gee attends luncheon with Foundation Scholars in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia University President Elwood Gordon Gee finished up his Summer tour. He stopped by Fruits of Labor in Beckley to honor two Raleigh County Recipients of the WVU Foundation Scholars. Ama Ackon-Annan from Woodrow Wilson High School and Zadie Worley from Liberty High School will be joining the WVU family […]
The White Sulphur Springs Public Library hosted a back-to-school event
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) – A local library held a back to school event Thursday, August 1, 2024. The event was hosted by the White Sulphur Springs Public Library and it had tons of activities for the kids. They were able to go inside the library to check out face painting and even got […]
Laela’s Hope Cat Rescue celebrates more than 100 adoptions
BECKLEY, WV (WOAY) – The community has a soft spot for Laela’s Hope Cat Rescue and adoptions have taken off, thanks to their partnership with Dream Away Cat Rescue and Pet Supplies Plus. They are celebrating 103 and counting!. “Very grateful for them and the Pet Supplies Plus...
Mount Hope youth football league excited for the season
Sports Director Kayvon Ezami was live in Mount Hope to talk with Youth Football League President Derek Wriston about the Mustang’s upcoming season. Wriston explained why football is so important to these kids, and how the game can help teach them real-life lessons as they grow up.
Dr. Joseph M. Baisden joins WVU Princeton Community Hospital team
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — The addition of a distinguished radiation oncologist was announced by WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital. Dr. Joseph M. Baisden, M.D., Ph.D., a distinguished radiation oncologist, will be joining the team at WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital (PCH). We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Baisden. He has a long history of providing […]
Construction on the newest additions to Summers County Schools is nearly complete
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Construction was nearing completion on the newest additions to Summers County Schools on August 1, 2024. The new middle school classrooms and offices will be completed to start the 2024 school year. The gymnasium, however, faced some setbacks in the production of supplies. It will be completed by the following month. […]
Boys & Girls Club of Beckley hosting Steak N’ Burger dinner
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Salvation Army’s Boys and Girls Club is hosting a Steak N’ Burger Night in order to raise money for the club. In a fun twist, on the night of the dinner the kids will eat the steak, while mom and dad are left to decide between cheese or no cheese […]
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