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Concord University announces Run for Heroes 5K Color Run & Walk
ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Concord University Office of Veteran Services will present its Run for Heroes Color Run & Walk 5K event this fall. Scheduled for 9:00am on Sunday, October 12, 2024, the event will take place at Callaghan Stadium and will see participants finishing the 5K through blue and red clouds. Winners will […]
10th Senate district candidate Q&A: Jack Woodrum responds to Nicholas County resident’s questions
In 2025, the 10th Senate district will include Nicholas County, where voters said they want to see more development of important services. We asked the candidate for this Senate seat what he has done and would do to support the county. 10th Senate district candidate Q&A: Jack Woodrum responds to Nicholas County resident’s questions appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Gov. Justice announces Revenue Secretary and State Auditor certify 4% income tax reduction
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Jim Justice announced that Revenue Secretary Larry Pack and State Auditor JB McCuskey inked a letter certifying a 4% reduction in West Virginia’s personal income tax. The certification has been filed with the State Tax Division and will take effect on January 1, 2025. The Department of Revenue and State […]
WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day ticket sale
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that tickets for its National Hunting and Fishing Day celebration are now on sale. The annual event is returning to Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke on Saturday, September 21. “West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day is an action-packed event […]
Rain returns to end the week in West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky
(WOWK) – It has been a hot and dry week so far in the Appalachia, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict big changes in the forecast will move in early Friday morning. A warm front will pass through early tomorrow morning bringing in widespread chances for scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. Several other fronts will follow […]
Gov. Justice announces STOP Violence Against Women grant awards
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced that he has awarded $1,124,446.00 in STOP Violence Against Women program grant funds to 21 projects across West Virginia. The purpose of these funds is to establish or enhance teams whose core members include victim service providers, law enforcement, and prosecution to improve the criminal justice system’s response to violence […] The post Gov. Justice announces STOP Violence Against Women grant awards appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Concord University Names Joshua Cline at Executive Director of Advancement
ATHENS, WV (WVDN) – Joshua Cline has been named the Executive Director of Advancement at Concord University, beginning his eighth year of higher education administration. A self-proclaimed lover of Appalachia and native of Southwest Virginia and Southern West Virginia, he grew up in Tazewell, Virginia where he graduated from Tazewell High School in 2005. A graduate […] The post Concord University Names Joshua Cline at Executive Director of Advancement appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Man arrested after allegedly cheating Talcott woman out of almost $5,000
TALCOTT W.Va. (Hinton News) - On July 23, an individual allegedly went to the Summers County Sheriff's Department saying a man, now identified as William Junior Fair II, 48, had cheated her out of $4,966.72. The victim also reportedly stated that Fair was living in a camper parked on her property without permission. The victim stated that in 2021 she had some work done on the property that's in the vicinity of Talcott. The work was done by Bethlehem Farms who helps out senior citizens who can't afford the work. The victim said they only do work on the outside...
Fayette County Pushes Forward with Buc-ee's Project, Tax Incentives and $15M Loan Approved to Boost Memphis-Area Economy
The Fayette County Industrial Development Board has officially greenlit tax incentives for constructing a Buc-ee’s travel center. With the approval of a 20-year tax increment financing, the infrastructure costs amount to $17 million for necessary improvements like roads, water, and sewer systems. As reported by Action News 5, Fayette County Mayor Rhea Taylor confirmed the move: "The Fayette County Industrial Development Board passed a resolution to issue a note for a TIF for Buc-ee’s Family Travel Center in Gallaway at Exit 28.”
Oak Hill to host Clean Up Day next week
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The city of Oak Hill is inviting residents to join the effort to make the town cleaner and more beautiful at the upcoming Oak Hill Clean Up Day on August 22, 2024. This event, which will take place rain or shine, is organized with the support of the WV Community […]
Electric boating manufacturer closing West Virginia facility a little over a year after opening
BEECH BOTTOM, W.Va. (WTRF) — A little more than a year after its ribbon-cutting ceremony, Pure Watercraft in Brooke County has closed its Beech Bottom Industrial Park production facility. Economic Development Secretary Mitch Carmichael confirmed with MetroNews “Talkline” on Thursday, citing falling short with its private capital investment....
State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Thursday, August 15
GENERAL INFORMATION 8 a.m. – Gates open 11 a.m. – Carnival rides ope 12 p.m. – West Virginia Lottery Opens ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m., 1 p.m. – FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – Catherine Hickland 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – Hot Glass Academy […] The post State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Thursday, August 15 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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