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38th House district candidate Q&A: Joe Ellington and Randa Faulkner respond to Mercer County resident’s questions
When we visited Mercer County, we saw local residents working on economic and community development. But we also heard that they could use more help from the state on these efforts. We saw some residents who were experiencing homelessness. We heard from major employers that they need more state support, especially in funding benefits for […] 38th House district candidate Q&A: Joe Ellington and Randa Faulkner respond to Mercer County resident’s questions appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Summers County Solid Waste Authority seeking volunteers for lake clean-up
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The Summers County Solid Waste Authority is asking for volunteers for their Bluestone Lake Clean Up. For this clean up, the focus will be on the water and on the shorelines. The Solid Waste Authority is asking for volunteers, but also anyone who would be willing to lend them a watercraft […]
Bubble up your day at Crossroads Mall’s newest shop
MOUNT HOPE, WV (WVNS) – If you are looking to jump in on a growing trend that is ‘bubbling’ up, there’s a new place to try it out. A new shop called the Bubble House is offering Bubble tea at the Crossroads Mall. The Bubble shop will be serving some other tasty treats to round […]
Missing Mingo County man found dead following a car crash, deputies say
LOGAN COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A missing Mingo County man was found dead Thursday evening following an apparent car crash, deputies say. John Newsome, of Kermit, was discovered along Hickory Road off of State Highway 10 at 5:30 p.m., according to the Logan County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said he died of injuries relating to the crash.
Two SRJ Guards to enter guilty pleas in death of former inmate Quantez Burks
BEAVER, WV (WVNS) – Two guards charged in the 2022 death of a Beckley man at Southern Regional Jail (SRJ) are set to appear before a federal judge to offer guilty pleas. According to court documents, former SRJ guards Ashley Toney and Jacob Boothe will plead guilty of Depriving Civil Rights. According to court filings, […]
West Virginia native trains to serve with Navy Chaplain Corps
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Lieutenant Everett Fraley, a native of West Virginia, and originally from Beckley, West Virginia is training at the Naval Chaplaincy School in Newport, Rhode Island to serve as a Chaplain for those traveling by seas defending America. A Chaplain, specifically a Navy Chaplain, provides religious services and needs for those serving, which […]
59th annual Appalachian Arts and Crafts Fair to start off the Appalachian Festival
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Are you looking to be creatively inspired? Well, you are in luck, because the 59th annual Appalachian Arts and Crafts Fair is returning to the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center. There are plenty of Appalachian-themed items to see at this art fair, as the 80-plus vendors in attendance will be showcasing coal […]
Residents of Wilson Street in Beckley are asking when it is legal to fire a gun in public, after neighborhood incident
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Beckley Police Department officials confirmed to 59News that a female resident of Wilson Street shot to death a stray dog on the street, which is residential, earlier this month. Some of the Wilson Street neighbors have gone on social media to state that they believe the gunfire could have placed people […]
A brand new photography studio opens its doors in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – A new business in Beckley offers locals plenty of ways to get their picture done. RS Photography is a brand-new photography studio that offers plenty of services. This includes portrait sessions, professional headshots, fashion sessions, and so much more. Owner Rodney Sorrell has always been interested in photography, thanks to mentorship […]
Two people charged and one at large after burglary and car chase in Raleigh County
DANIELS, WV (WVNS) — Two people were arrested and one remains at large, after a burglary and pursuit in Raleigh County. According to a Facebook post made by the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, deputies with the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a burglary in progress at around 9:45 a.m. in the Daniels […]
James Madison University nursing program receives national recognition
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – A nursing education website has ranked James Madison University’s nursing program as the second best in the state. RN Careers said this ranking further cements JMU’s reputation as a nationally recognized Nursing School of Distinction. The nursing website evaluates 1,700 schools annually...
Governor Jim Justice Bobblehead Unveiled to Join Babydog Bobblehead
MILWAUKEE — On Wednesday, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled the first bobblehead of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. The week’s unveiling of the first bobblehead featuring Babydog, the English bulldog owned by West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. Babydog stole the spotlight during an appearance at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday, […]
Large-Scale drug bust in WV, WVSP Bureau of Criminal Investigation releases statement
WEST VIRGINIA (WVDN) – The West Virginia State Police were recently involved in a Large-Scale drug bust that spanned multiple states and territories. The WVSP Bureau of Criminal Investigation released the following statement: “On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, members of the West Virginia State Police Martinsburg Bureau of Criminal Investigations office and the Eastern Panhandle […] The post Large-Scale drug bust in WV, WVSP Bureau of Criminal Investigation releases statement appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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