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A Peek into Summers County’s Past: Historic Flooding
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - This week's piece relates to a very recent event, which everyone in Summers County was more than likely aware of. That was the horrific flooding that occurred on the East Coast due to the terrible rain event caused by Hurricane Helene. This caused flooding on the New River from the flooding that occurred in North Carolina and Virginia last week. You see the New River flows “backward”, well it doesn't exactly flow backward. It is very unique in that it is one of 250 rivers in the world that flows north. There are more than 150,000(ish)...
Local high school golf team takes home 2024 AA State Championship title
WHEELING, WV (WVNS) — The Shady Spring High School golf team took home the 2024 AA State Championship team title after competing in the 2024 WVSSAC Golf Championships in Wheeling, West Virginia. According to the WVSSAC website, the golf team at Shady Spring High School received the 2024 AA State Championship team title with a […]
AWAY holds candlelight vigil in remembrance of those lost to domestic violence
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Entering the Raleigh County Playhouse and Theatre on Wednesday afternoon of October 9th, people were greeted by six empty chairs. Each chair had its own candle, separate from those for the people in attendance. The event was a candlelight vigil, honoring those who are no longer with us due to domestic […]
Summers County Bobcat Marching Band Wins Five Awards at Princeton Competition
SUMMERS COUNTY, W.Va. (Hinton News) — The Summers County Bobcat Marching Band showcased their talent and hard work by winning five prestigious awards at the Princeton band competition on Saturday, Oct. 5. The band, competing in Class D, took home first place in percussion, second place in color guard, and second place for their drum majors. Additionally, they earned second place overall in their class and were honored with the Spirit Award, celebrating their enthusiasm and camaraderie. The Bobcats are set to compete again this Saturday at band competitions hosted by Greenbrier East and Woodrow Wilson High Schools. The community looks forward to supporting them as they aim for more accolades. For further updates, stay tuned to Hinton News as the Summers County Bobcat Marching Band continues to make waves in the local music scene. The post Summers County Bobcat Marching Band Wins Five Awards at Princeton Competition appeared first on The Hinton News.
Rivalry Remains Between Cavs and Mavs, Even in Reclassification
CHARMCO – In recent years, no high school rivalry has been more intense than the one between Greenbrier West and James Monroe. Regardless of the sport, the matchups have been chock full of storylines. Conference honors, sectional battles, quarterfinals, semifinals, and state tournaments, the stakes are always high. In 2022, the football rivalry gave us […] The post Rivalry Remains Between Cavs and Mavs, Even in Reclassification appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Rainelle Medical Center Player of the Week: Meadow Bridge RB Kaiden Sims
MEADOW BRIDGE, WV (WVNS) – Let’s put a bow on Week 6 of the high school football regular season by naming our Rainelle Medical Center player of the week! This week’s winner was truly a no-brainer! Meadow Bridge Running Back Kaiden Sims ran 30 times for an astonishing 409 yards. Sims scored six touchdowns for […]
ARH & RGH host the Coalfields Community Health Fair
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Whether you are young or old, keeping up with your health is an important part of life. Thankfully, local organizations gathered in Beckley on the afternoon of Wednesday, October 9th to make that process a little bit easier. The Coalfields Community Health Fair was held at the Beckley Raleigh County Convention […]
Park Middle School building in Beckley about to turn 100 years old
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – It is a special day when someone turns 100 years old. But how about a building? The Park Middle School building in Beckley will officially be turning 100 years old on Friday, October 11th. Opening all the way back in 1924, it was originally the building that housed Woodrow Wilson High […]
First responders, football coaches participate in second concussion discussion in Charleston
The Kanawha County Ambulance Authority hosted the second concussion discussion, this time with the goal of teaching paramedics and football coaches signs they should look for after a football player takes a big hit.
Incoming Beckley City Manager Michael Resare: The LOOTPRESS Interview
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Beckley City Council on Tuesday voted to approve the appointment of Michael Resare as City Manager. Resare comes to Beckley out of Wilcox, Arizona and will be bringing a wealth of experience to the role of City Manager. Notably, the appointment marks the very first instance of a fully appointed City […]
The Contractors Association of West Virginia visits WVU Tech campus and awards a scholarship
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Members of the Contractors Association of West Virginia gathered on the campus of West Virginia Institute of Technology in Beckley on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, to hold its quarterly Board of Directors meeting and to tour the campus. According to information posted to the CAWV website, the group is the only […]
Big Bend PSD to perform smoke testing of sewer infrastructure
HILLDALE and PENCE SPRINGS W.Va. (Hinton News) - Big Bend PSD will be performing smoke testing of sewer infrastructure located in the Pine Hill subdivision of Hilldale and in Pence Springs Oct. 28 through Nov. 11. Smoke testing is performed in order to detect line defects and improper connections. The smoke used for the test is not harmful to pets or plants and is nontoxic and creates no fire hazard. It will be normal to see white/grey smoke around your neighborhood during smoke testing. Do not be alarmed by this smoke, and do not call the fire department unless you see black smoke or have good reason to believe there is an actual fire to report. If you encounter a problem, you may call Big Bend PSD at 304-466-5111 or notify a worker performing the test. The post Big Bend PSD to perform smoke testing of sewer infrastructure appeared first on The Hinton News.
Judgement House walkthrough drama to return to Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Judgement House walkthrough drama presented by Memorial Baptist Church will be returning to the Beckley area this year. The event, held each year by Memorial Baptist Church, offers attendees perspective on decisions made throughout one’s life and the ensuing consequences of said choices both in one’s life and in a […]
Raleigh County Commission to consider lifting Burn Ban
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Commission will meet next week for its Regular Session meeting at which commission members will take into consideration the lifting of a Burn Ban currently in effect. The ban followed substantial drought conditions which impacted areas throughout West Virginia during the summer months. The impact was such that […]
WVU Tech professor leads charge to promote STEM achievement
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – In a time when science and technology impact all parts of our lives, STEM education is becoming more critical on college campuses. To help drive educational innovation forward, the National Science Foundation awarded a $100,000 grant to WVU Tech Associate Professor of Biology and Microbiology Aida Jimenez Esquilin, Ph.D. The project […]
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