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Accident of local horseback rider provides a solemn reminder about horse crossing etiquette
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The recent tragedy of a horseback rider in our area has prompted questions about driving etiquette when horses are around. On July 7, 2024, a horseback rider named Robin Massey died due to an accident in Glen White, West Virginia. Massey was struck by a truck while on her horse. […]
Woman charged after staying inside school due to no place to live
WHITESVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A woman was charged after staying inside a school because she had nowhere else to go. On July 8, 2024, at around 8:40 p.m., Deputy R. B. Dotson received a call from a Whitesville Town Council Member reporting that an unidentified person had entered Whitesville Elementary School through a rear window […]
State hires firm to help find buyers for 4 state-run hospitals
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The new State Department of Health Facilities announced a plan late Friday afternoon that could result in four state-run hospitals being sold to the private sector. The DHF said it’s a comprehensive initiative “aimed at bolstering the quality of care for seniors across West Virginia through...
Beckley Post 32 secures Area 3 No. 1 seed with win over Winfield Friday
Friday night at Linda K. Epling Stadium the task for Beckley Post 32 Top Prospects was clear. Win one game of the doubleheader with Winfield Post 187 and Post 32 would clinch the No. 1 seed in the upcoming American Legion Area 3 Tournament being played at St. Albans High School.
Mountain State Golf Classic Live Scores
The 2024 Mountain State Golf Classic is underway. The first day of the event will be held at Grandview, switching to Pipestem on Sunday. The tournament will wrap on Monday on the Cobb Course at Glade Springs. Click for live scores and updates.
Oak Hill Assistant City Manager, Dae Dae Kirk Retires
OAK HILL, WV (WOAY) – The city of Oak Hill is making a bittersweet announcement. The assistant city manager, Dae Dae Kirk, is retiring. After 37 years of working for the city of Oak Hill, Kirk says that the time is now. Coworkers, family, and friends joined together at...
Get ready to groove in Oak Hill this weekend
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Lively Amphitheater Committee proudly presents the 2nd Annual Groovin In The Hill 2, the second musical event of the summer, on Saturday night, July 13, at the Lively Amphitheater in Oak Hill. This free event starts at 4 PM and promises an evening of good music. Matt Mullins, a […]
Growing older and resources to stay independent
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Growing older does not necessarily mean giving up your independence. In fact, having your independence is one of the benefits of retirement age. At a basic level, being independent means having control over your own life. Agencies just like Raleigh County Commission on Aging, make it their mission to help people […]
Fridays in the Park gives local gospel artists a place to share their music
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Fridays in the Park took over Jim Word Memorial Park with two gospel music artists on Friday, July 12, 2024. There were tents for businesses, food vendors, and fun games set up to enjoy the beautiful day at the park from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. The artists were Mia Bailey […]
Another heat wave: 90s return this weekend, continue through Tuesday
Chief Meteorologist Joe Fitzwater takes a look at an incoming heat wave that could bring the hottest temperatures of the year to the region, as well as our next chance for meaningful rain in tonight's forecast.
A Rizo/Bickey Art Show returning to Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The A Rizo/Bickey Art Show is returning to Beckley beginning next Friday. This year’s A Rizo/Bickey Art Show will be hosted at the Grant Building and will feature 50 impressionist pieces from The Rizo Collection, alongside works by 13 local artists. The event spans over four days with unique sponsors and […]
Raleigh County Family Support Center and Beckley Rotary accepting donations to help displaced community members following Hargrove Apartment eviction
Beckley, WV (WOAY)—The Raleigh County Family Support Center and Beckley Rotary Club are asking for your help assisting displaced community members following the mass eviction at Hargrove apartments. Several tenants are in need of basic household and personal items. The organizations are accepting monetary donations, which will be used...
‘Keep Writing Your Story’ with RCPC’s prevention/recovery event
BECKLEY, WV (WOAY) – Raleigh County Prevention Coalition invites the community to Keep Writing Your Story, their Saturday, July 13 prevention and recovery event at Freedom Skate Park. Embracing life through all circumstances is a powerful movement. “We’ve all been impacted as a state and as a city of...
Never Have I Ever: 59News Reporter Michael Hare tries Mountain Biking
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – 59News staff are embarking on adventures throughout the month of July. Specifically, they are doing things they have never done before. 59News reporter Michael Hare went mountain biking. Michael has experience riding dirt bikes, but mountain biking was a whole new adventure. “I really enjoy riding dirt bikes. It’s obviously much […]
New River CTC’s ‘Be Your Own Boss’ camp welcomes 8th, 9th grade students
BEAVER, WV (LOOTPRESS) – New River Community and Technical College recently hosted its “Be Your Own Boss” camp in collaboration with GEAR UP SWV. Held at the Raleigh County New River CTC campus, the innovative camp gave dozens of students from Monroe, Raleigh, Mercer, Wyoming, and Summers Counties the chance to build their own fashion […]
WVU Tech hosts hands-on summer visit day for prospective students
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — WVU Tech hosted one of their summer visit days on Friday, July 12, 2024. These visits are free for high school students to attend to get more information on the programs WVU Tech offers. The visits days are not like normal college visits as WVU...
Summer music series in Oak Hill
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) – Good music and food is making its way to Oak Hill on Saturday, July 13th. The second concert series called ‘Groovin in the Hills’ is set to be hosted at the Lively Amphitheatre. Different musical performances and food trucks are on the table for all who attend. Allyson Wyatt, Chairperson […]
Join Love Hope Center for the Arts summer of love
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY) – It’s a summer of love at Love Hope Center for the Arts, with all the upcoming exhibits, including Artists of the New. “There are several reasons to come visit Love, Hope. One is simply to take in the space. This is a historic building; it was a church for many years and we have these gorgeous stained glass windows that are really the most prominent feature, I feel, of the space,” said coordinator Kate Kistler. “And they add this wonderful light and color to everything inside the building.”
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