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Numbers show mental health crisis among first responders
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — First responders frequently see the worst days of people’s lives and care for the people going through trauma. But who cares for the first responders who see and suffer through traumatic events sometimes several times a day? Good mental health is crucial for everyone’s wellbeing. However, issues can arise within anyone’s […]
Marion, Va. Town Council member resigns, walks out of Monday meeting
MARION, Va. (WJHL) — A Marion Town Council member and mayoral candidate resigned from his position and walked out of a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, a spokesperson for the town told News Channel 11. According to a town spokesperson, Jim Barker resigned his seat on the council and ended his campaign for mayor during […]
Rabid bat confirmed in Raleigh County
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Beckley-Raleigh County Health Department has issued a public health alert for the Bolt area of Raleigh County after a bat tested positive for rabies. The West Virginia Office of Laboratory Services informed the department of the positive test result on August 6, 2024. Residents are advised to vaccinate their […]
More than $1 million announced by Senator Manchin for Early Head Start Program in Raleigh County
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) announced more than $1 million for an Early Head Start Program in Raleigh County. The Raleigh County Community Action Association’s Early Head Start program received $1,327,481 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). I’m pleased HHS is investing more than $1.3 million […]
United Apostolic Faith Church hosts Back to School Summer Fest
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – United Apostolic Faith Church teamed with multiple community organizations over the weekend to host its Back to School Summer Fest for students and families throughout the Raleigh County area. Community members made their way to the Memorial Baptist Church Soccer Field at South Kanawha Street on Saturday for a fun-filled afternoon […]
West Virginia fugitive caught in Ohio, US Marshals confirm
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) – A man wanted out of Kanawha County for a Circuit Court capias warrant for strangulation has been arrested in Dayton, Ohio, according to US Marshals. Reginald Korzell Moore Jr., 37, of Saint Albans was arrested at 8 a.m. US Marshals report that Moore had been...
Officers enforcing ‘Target Red’ campaign on roads throughout week
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - The Governor’s Highway Safety Program has announced the dates for the 2024 ‘Target Red’ initiative. Law enforcement officers will be enforcing the initiative from August 1st through August 15th. During this time, officers will be targeting drivers who fail to stop at red traffic lights and stop signs.
West Virginia ranked 6th most dangerous state for boating
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — A recent study done by a group of injury lawyers, Anidjar & Levine, from Florida ranks West Virginia as the 6th most dangerous state for recreational boating. West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Police Officer Justin Hieronimus says being a safe boater starts before you even enter the water. He says […]
Late Week Debby Promises Rain, Pattern Change
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): A few random storms Wednesday afternoon and showers Thursday will give way to a soaking Friday. Debby promises 1.0-2.5 inches of rain to the region Friday and it will be a steady rain that we need. Up until then, a random storm is likely Wednesday afternoon, best chance north of Oak Hill, and then a few random showers on Friday. Following the soaking on Friday into early Saturday, a front pushing Debby east will bring a fall preview.
ARTIST DIMEJI ONAFUWA TO HOLD EXHIBIT AT CONCORD UNIVERSITY
ATHENS, WV – Concord University will host an exhibit and lecture by Artist and Concord University Alum, Dr. Dimeji Onafuwa beginning later this month. Dr. Dimeji Onafuwa is a multifaceted Nigerian born artist. His expertise extends beyond the canvas. He is also an educator and UX leader. He holds a PHD in Transition Design from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied design’s contribution to the new commons, a concept he terms as “recommoning.” He has been invited to deliver conference keynotes, participate in podcasts, and lead workshops worldwide. Topics he covers range from art and alternative economics to transition design, the pluriverse, the commons, allyship, and algorithmic bias.
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