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Foggy Night Ahead, Front Sparks Fresh Storms Friday
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Following this afternoon’s rain, fog and smog (near fireworks) are expected overnight before storms return Friday. TONIGHT: Expect two more rounds of rain between 5:00-8:30 p.m., and then dry weather will resume. Fog and smog (in the vicinity of fireworks) are expected overnight. FRIDAY: One...
Visit Fayetteville Fourth of July weekend!
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY) – It’s called the ‘Coolest Small Town’ and when you Visit Fayetteville you are close to amazing outdoor adventure. Kicking off their 4th of July festivities: the Heritage Festival, downtown parade, live music and fireworks at dusk on Saturday. “Today, tomorrow and Saturday...
Fayetteville celebrates Independence Day
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – The rain didn’t put a damper on all the fun in Fayetteville. The town hosted a multi-day event for the nation’s birthday on Thursday, July 4th, 2024. One local business laid its roots in Fayetteville to sell their homemade sweet tea and the state’s beloved pepperoni rolls. Charlotte Underwood said the […]
Sandstone Falls: A natural marvel on the New River
SANDSTONE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Sandstone Falls, the largest waterfall on the New River, spans a dramatic 1,500 feet across, dropping between 10 to 25 feet over a series of islands. This natural wonder marks the New River’s transition from a broad waterway to a narrow, roaring mountain river as it begins its final rush through […]
Office Of Minority Affairs To Host Listening Tour
The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) will host a listening tour across the state. Set to begin in Montgomery in July, the tour is designed to provide a forum for discussing and getting feedback on issues that affect the state’s minority populations. Executive Director Jill Upson said...
Outpost New River Gorge – a great place to get away
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY) – They call themselves Where Wild meets Wonderful, if you want a place to get away and kick back. The Outpost offers chill accommodations a stone’s throw from all those quintessential West Virginia experiences. “Last May I went and bought an old 1969 holiday rambler...
Wild Appalachia: New River Gorge Eco Tours
FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Shawn Means and Amy McLaughlin know the New River Gorge up and down. The married couple opened Lafayette Flats Boutique Vacation Rentals in Fayetteville about 10 years ago. "We've seen our customers change a little bit - especially after the National Park Designation came...
Fayette County man arrested on drug charges following traffic stop
CHIMNEY CORNER, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County man is facing multiple charges following a traffic stop. According to Fayette County Sheriff Mike Fridley, just before noon on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, deputies were patrolling the Chimney Corner areas on WV Rt 16 and U.S. Rt 60 when they performed a traffic stop on a […]
Rainelle man arrested following alleged theft in Lewisburg
LEWISBURG W.Va. (WVDN) – Officers responded to a report of theft from a vehicle at Grand Home Furnishings and Home 2 Suites, both located on Grand Avenue in Lewisburg on June 28. According to 911 dispatchers, “The victim, and alleged suspect, John D. Syner of Rainelle, were in a verbal confrontation.” Syner, who was seen […] The post Rainelle man arrested following alleged theft in Lewisburg appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Celebrating 99 years of the Nicholas County Fair
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Celebrate 99 years of fun at the 2024 Nicholas County Fair! The Nicholas County Fair is set to celebrate its 99th anniversary from July 24th to July 27th, 2024, at the Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park in Summersville. This four-day event promises a variety of entertainment and activities for all ages. […]
Watch Jaws while floating on the lake at Ace Adventure Resort
MINDEN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – ACE Adventure Resort invites thrill-seekers and movie lovers to a unique event: a screening of the classic film Jaws while floating in the park’s lake. Attendees can enjoy an after-hours swim from 8 to 9 PM before the movie starts. Guests can watch the film from the comfort of an inner […]
Domestic dispute lands girlfriend behind bars
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A domestic dispute between a couple ends with a girlfriend behind bars after she spat on her boyfriend, threw a glass saucer, hitting him, and the dog bitting his thigh. On June 20th, 2024, at approximately 6:30 PM, the Fayette County 911 Center received a report of an ongoing domestic […]
Summersville to host 4th of July Fireworks Show Thursday
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Summersville is gearing up to host its annual 4th of July Fireworks Show this week. The fireworks display will take place at dusk on Thursday, July 4, in the lower parking lot of the Summersville Arena & Conference Center. There will be no parking available at the Conference […]
Fayetteville Town Council approves pay raise for police officers and clerks
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayetteville Town Council has approved pay raises for its town police officers and clerks at the department. At their regular town council meeting Tuesday evening, the Fayetteville Town Council approved an extra 75 cents per hour pay raise for all town police officers and clerks. There was no discussion among […]
Fayette County man arrested on drug charges after police find fentanyl and methamphetamines in his vehicle
VICTOR, WV (WVNS) — A Fayette County man faces drug charges. Rufus R. Keeney of Victor was pulled over just before noon on July 2, 2024 for a minor traffic violation in the Chimney Corner area. During the stop, deputies received consent to search the vehicle. A narcotics-detecting K-9 also gave a positive indication during […]
Water main break reported in Montgomery, service temporarily unavailable
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – UPDATE: West Virginia American Water says 156 customers are affected. Estimated restoration is 11 AM this morning. — A water main break has resulted in the unavailability of water for some residents. According to the City of Montgomery, they have been notified by West Virginia American Water of a main break […]
Silent Storm: Smithers local, FEMA break down communication barriers to deal with post storm damage
SMITHERS, WV (WOAY)- Ronald Senters from Smithers is still dealing with the after-effects of the early April storms. His home had major water damage to the ceilings. However, the process of getting federal aid that was authorized included a hurdle that not everyone deals with: Senters is deaf and cannot communicate with FEMA over the phone.
Updates with FEMA in Fayette and Nicholas Counties
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY)- If you were impacted by the severe storms from April 2-6, there are a few FEMA deadlines you may want to consider. The deadline to apply for assistance is July 22. If you wish to apply in person, you can visit the locations in Nicholas or Fayette County.
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