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West Virginia Weather: Storms Expected to Impact Weekend Plans
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents should prepare for an active weather week, with a notable shift from sunny skies to potential storms by the weekend. Today brings a slight chance of showers, though most areas will remain dry as temperatures climb to a high of 84°F. The rest of the workweek will feature a warming trend, with temperatures reaching the upper 80s by Thursday.
How the state government plans to aid West Virginia farmers suffering from drought
Programs put on by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture and the governor’s office have been kick-started in order to focus on providing aid to farmers who need water for their crops and hay for their animals.
A cool and comfy night; mainly dry for the next several days
Tonight features partly cloudy skies and temperatures dipping back into the mid to upper 50s. It’s the perfect evening to enjoy outside for dinner or if you’re checking out the Seether concert here at the State Fair of West Virginia! Perhaps even give the air conditioner a break with a light northerly breeze. Tuesday continues […]
Mountain lion sightings reported in West Virginia despite declared extinction
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Mountain lions, once common across West Virginia, especially in the Allegheny Mountains, played a significant role in the state’s early history. Known by various names such as cougar, catamount, painter, panther, and puma, these large predators left their mark on the landscape, as evidenced by the numerous Panther Knobs and Panther […]
Greenbrier Valley Election 2024 community roundtable: Help write our Citizens Agenda
Election season is underway, and that means candidates will be out vying for your vote. We want you to help guide Mountain State Spotlight’s election coverage. What do you want the candidates to be discussing as they ask for your vote? We want to hear from you! Join reporters and editors from Mountain State Spotlight […] Greenbrier Valley Election 2024 community roundtable: Help write our Citizens Agenda appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Few Sprinkles, Then Warming Trend Commences
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): If you feel a few minor aches, it could be due to lowering atmospheric pressure ahead of a system that will trigger an overnight sprinkle. The timing of any sprinkles will be Midnight to 5 a.m., but probably just enough to briefly dampen the pavement. Clouds will slowly thin on Tuesday and we have a dry week ahead. Low pressure could trigger a shower Friday afternoon and then there is a likelihood for a shower Saturday and Sunday afternoon. None of the rain will be heavy and the risk for lightning is less than 20% across the region. By Monday, the system will push to the east and partly sunny skies are expected.
Bear firearm season set to begin soon for several counties
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Bear firearm season for several counties begins on August 31, 2024. These counties include Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming. Hunters are allowed one bear per day during the season and two bears as a whole including for archery and crossbow seasons. Bows and crossbows can be substituted for firearms. Hunters must […]
More of WVU Football’s Top Breakout Candidates for This Season
As the 2024 college football season approaches, here’s a look at who could become a household name by season’s end. Our other predicted breakout candidates can be found here and here. Nicco Marchiol. Marchiol, the redshirt sophomore and backup to Garrett Greene at quarterback, represents a high-upside breakout...
West Virginia Olympians And Wildlife Corridors, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, the 2024 Paris Olympics concluded last night. But for the athletes that participated in the games, the memories will last a lifetime. Ed Etzel was a West Virginia University rifle coach when he registered a near-perfect shooting score to win a gold medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. He recently spoke with reporter Chris Schulz about his experience and perspective 40 years on.
Fairmont State Looking to Alumni, North Central West Virginia Residents to Shape Future; Survey Launched
Just over a year ago, Fairmont State welcomed their new President, Dr. Mike Davis. Early in his presidency, Davis initiated a highly participatory strategic planning process to guide the university’s future. His intent was to ensure that every alumnus and community member could contribute to this effort and offer their ideas about how to make Fairmont State a “Great Place to Learn, to Work, and to Call Home.”
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