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PSC sets further hearing on Armstrong PSD status
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has announced a hearing to discuss the future of the Armstrong Public Service District after determining it to be a distressed utility. An evidentiary hearing is scheduled for September 5 at Montgomery City Hall to assess the utility’s challenges and explore the possibility […]
The Pumpkin Spice take over nearly complete trading summer heat for fall chill
Wednesday a very cold start but with sunshine aplenty, we slowly warm up through 60s for the morning with afternoon highs in the low 70s for some. Mountain ridgeline communities will remain in the mid 60s all day. With north winds in control, expect that chill on the air feel especially in the shade. Tonight, […]
West Virginia Enjoys Unseasonably Cool 70s; Warmer Days Ahead
Charleston, WV – West Virginians are experiencing an unusual break from the August heat with temperatures only reaching the mid-70s today, a pleasant surprise for this time of year. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston reports that high pressure is keeping the weather cool and comfortable, with a forecasted high of 77 degrees in Charleston, 78 in Huntington, and 76 in Parkersburg.
WV’s kindergarten vaccination rates have dropped again recently. Doctors aren’t worried.
While West Virginia’s kindergarten vaccination rate continued to drop during the 2022-23 school year, it was still higher than the national average, something health care professionals attribute to the state’s strong school vaccine laws. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2022-2023 — the latest for which data is available — 95.6% […]
Domestic dispute lands a husband and wife in jail
GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Husband and wife arrested after a domestic dispute. On Sunday, August 18th, 2024, around 6:20 PM, Lieutenant S. W. Hudnall and Corporal T. T. Hyatt of the Greenbrier County Sheriff’s Department were sent by the Greenbrier County 911 Center to a domestic disturbance at 170 Hemlock Dr., Caldwell, WV 24925. […]
86th Annual State Horseshoe Tournament
RONCEVERTE- The Mountaineer Horseshoe League in Ronceverte, WV will be hosting the 86th annual State Horseshoe Tournament on Saturday, August 24 at the horseshoe courts located on the Island Park in Ronceverte. Pitching will begin at approximately 9:00 AM. Everyone is invited to come out and watch the pitchers pitch and cheer them on. The post 86th Annual State Horseshoe Tournament appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Lewisburg’s Frank Watkins takes WVGA Senior Series Low Round at Bridgehaven Golf Club
Frank Watkins of Lewisburg shot Wednesday’s Little General Stores Low Round of the Day at the Senior Series event, hosted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA) and sponsored by Little General Stores, at Bridgehaven Golf Club in Fayetteville at one over par 72. The West Virginia Senior Series,...
W.Va. American Water awards $26K in grants to area fire departments
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A first responder support program is providing more than $26,000 to fire departments across the Mountain State. West Virginia American Water announced 29 agencies within the utility’s service area will be receiving grant money which will be used for fire protection gear, equipment and training:
Case Dismissed alleging Domestic Violence against Prosecutor
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A final hearing was held today on a Domestic Violence allegation against Raleigh County Prosecutor Ben Hatfield. Judge Harley Stollings, sitting in special assignment, heard the case. Stollings is a family court judge in Nicholas and Clay counties. While the proceedings were closed to the public, as are all domestic […]
Beckley officials prepare to transfer deed for Pinecrest Industrial Park to Raleigh County Commission
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County Commission officials were preparing on Monday, August 19, 2024 to accept 146 acres from the City of Beckley. The acreage is in Pinecrest Industrial Park. Much of the park needs infrastructure, and county officials said they have planned for weeks to take it over and develop it. “There was […]
Beckley community mourns the loss of Scott Worley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Another tragic passing struck at the heart of Beckley’s local community. The death of Beckley historian Scott Worley, well known for his work in the arts scene and for giving ghost tours, left the city in mourning. Worley gained national attention as the founder of Haunted Beckley, but local residents pointed […]
Greenbrier County Commission hears from Appalachia National Forest representitive
GREENBRIER COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – The Greenbrier County Commission met in regular session on Thursday, August 15. . The meeting opened with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was then called to order. A motion was made to approve the regular minutes. The motion passed. The fiduciary supervisor discussed the settlement of […] The post Greenbrier County Commission hears from Appalachia National Forest representitive appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Mercer County Schools to host learning event at the Chuck Mathena Center
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Mercer County Schools will be hosting a special event for Kindergarten to Second grade students at the Chuck Mathena Center. According to a press release from Mercer County Schools, the event will be on Friday, September 20, 2024 and will focus on the importance of diversity in education. It will also […]
Do school dress codes prepare students for the real world?
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Dress codes can be quite the buzz kill for students as the new school year begins. However, many schools around the nation are continuing to tighten up on their dress codes. While not too many school nearby are changing their stances, it is important to know what the code is for […]
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