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Charleston police add patrols after photo of man holding apparent knife in parking lot
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Police said they are stepping up patrols after a woman attempting to park her vehicle in Charleston shared a photo on social media of a man allegedly holding a knife in a parking spot. The Charleston Police Department said it was made aware of a...
Summersville Fire Department puts light rescue truck up for sale
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Summersville Fire Department has announced the sale of its light rescue truck. The vehicle in question is a 2008 Chevrolet 3500 HD with 46,250 miles on the odometer, though this number is expected to increase as the truck remains in active service. Equipped with a 6.6 Duramax diesel motor, Allison […]
Kidaroo’s indoor playground in Charleston closes permanently
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A local business has closed its doors for good. Kidaroo’s in Charleston announced its official closure on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The business says they were not making enough revenue to remain open. Known as the largest indoor playground in the state, Kidaroo’s opened in September 2017 along MacCorkle Avenue. In […]
You ask, we report: Help Mountain State Spotlight write our ‘Citizens Agenda’
At Mountain State Spotlight, we aim to go beyond the polls and press releases to get you informative, explanatory and accountability election reporting. As the 2024 general election nears, we’re adapting the Citizens Agenda, a project to make election reporting more responsive, inclusive and useful for voters. Now, as we approach November, we want to […] You ask, we report: Help Mountain State Spotlight write our ‘Citizens Agenda’ appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Peppers Recall Sparks Warning in Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia
Aldi has issued a recall for several fresh produce items due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections. The recall, announced online Monday, affects green peppers, jalapeños, and green beans sold under the “Freshire Farms” label. The affected...
PSC to hold evidentiary and public comment hearings August 12 for APCo Expanded Net Energy Cost case
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has scheduled August 12 as the date for the evidentiary hearing and public comment hearing for Appalachian Power Company and Wheeling Power Company’s Expanded Net Energy Cost case. The companies have requested an additional $20.4 million in annual revenue. The evidentiary hearing in this case […] The post PSC to hold evidentiary and public comment hearings August 12 for APCo Expanded Net Energy Cost case appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
WGU Expands Access to West Virginia, Launches BSN Prelicensure Program in The Mountain State
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (WVDN) – Western Governors University’s (WGU) Michael O. Leavitt School of Health (LSH), now offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Prelicensure) program in West Virginia. The launch of the BSN Prelicensure program provides more access to West Virginians who need an alternative pathway into the nursing industry. “WGU is knocking down barriers that exist between West Virginians […] The post WGU Expands Access to West Virginia, Launches BSN Prelicensure Program in The Mountain State appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Montgomery Parks Board seeks volunteers to enhance community
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Montgomery Board of Parks and Recreation is calling on residents to help improve local parks and recreational activities. The Board oversees events and facilities such as the 4th of July celebration, the Christmas parade, the Community Center, Pool Park, Morris Drive Park, the Pier at 6th and Adams, […]
One dead after fiery crash on I-270
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WCMH) — One person is dead after the vehicle they were a passenger in caught fire after hitting the back of a semi-truck on Interstate 270 in Jackson Township Thursday. According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened on I-270 westbound just east of Interstate 71 at approximately 3:26 p.m. […]
Renovation of Raceland, Ky. Community Center completed
RACELAND, Ky. (WCHS) — A community center in Eastern Kentucky has been remodeled, marking the building's first update in 30 years. Renovations at the Raceland Community Center have been completed. New flooring, furniture and lights along with a full kitchen and updated bathrooms are ready for residents' use. The...
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