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Deadline for entries approaching for State Fair of West Virginia
FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) — Entry deadlines are quickly approaching for the 99th Annual State Fair of West Virginia. Livestock entries are due by midnight on July 6, 2024 and home, arts, and garden are due by midnight July 12, 2024. “Seeing the hard work exhibitors put into their entries and projects is always a highlight […]
Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is applauding another U.S. Supreme Court ruling that plaintiffs may bring a claim under the Administrative Procedure Act within six years of when they are first injured by final agency action, even if the agency first took the action more than six years ago. The Attorney […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
“We need to clean up and take back our streets” – Newly elected Beckley Councilwoman Natalie Coots details desired goals
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Natalie Coots, newly elected Beckley Ward I Councilwoman, shared her aspirations for the city and addressed the concerns of her constituents in a recent interview with LOOTPRESS. Coots, along with other Beckley elected officials, were officially sworn in on Monday morning. Coots expressed a desire to restore Beckley to its former […]
‘It’s criminal’: Advocates decry attempt to halt new silica rule meant to protect miners
The inclusion of the language, advocates say, is a direct insult to and betrayal of the nation’s miners, who are being diagnosed with complicated black lung disease at higher rates and younger ages than ever before. The post ‘It’s criminal’: Advocates decry attempt to halt new silica rule meant to protect miners appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
West Virginia’s Senate race may shift limits of US climate ambitions
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. It is republished with permission. Sign up for their newsletter here. For decades, West Virginia has elected senators who have played an oversized role in United States energy policy, backing fossil fuels and resisting robust action […] West Virginia’s Senate race may shift limits of US climate ambitions appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Raleigh County Commission appoints new members to serve on county boards
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County Commission approved the appointments of 15 new board members to county boards during the regular commission meeting on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority and Coalfield Expressway Board were two of the board appointments. Raleigh County Commission president Greg Duckworth said the new board […]
Police investigating former St. Albans High School Girls Basketball Coach Ricky Steele
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. (WCHS) — Police officers in St. Albans said an investigation has been launched into a former high school girls basketball coach. Officers said they began investigating St. Albans High School Girls Basketball Coach Ricky Steele in May, but will not release information on the nature of that investigation.
White Couple Accused Of Adopting Black Children And Forcing Them To Work “As Slaves” On Farm In West Virginia
Jeanne Whitefeather and Donald Lutz face numerous criminal charges, including human trafficking, forced labor and child neglect. A white West Virginia couple is accused of adopting five Black children and forcing them to work on their farm. The couple faces numerous criminal charges, including human trafficking, forced labor, and child neglect, NBC reports.
Cedar Grove Police Chief, cyclist get into fight, no charges filed: Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests have been made nor have any charges been filed after law enforcement was called to a fight between Cedar Grove Police Chief Jack Ice and a cyclist, according to the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office.
Mary Humphreys, Robert McClintic sworn in to Greenbrier County Board of Education
LEWISBURG W.Va. (WVDN) — In a significant development for Greenbrier County Schools, Mary Humphreys has been sworn in for another term on the Greenbrier County Board of Education during the recent board meeting. The ceremony, overseen by Kelley Henthorn, Administrative Assistant and Notary Public of the State of West Virginia, marked the continuation of Humphreys’ […] The post Mary Humphreys, Robert McClintic sworn in to Greenbrier County Board of Education appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
City of Hinton holds swearing in ceremony for mayor, city council
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The city of Hinton held the swearing in ceremony for the office of mayor and for city council on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Two new members of city council were sworn in; Janima Bond and Lee Ann Goins, as well as two incumbent members being re-sworn in; Jim Leslie, and Roberta […]
Man beats woman after she refused to buy him wine
PRINCETON, WV (LOOPTRESS) – A woman refused to buy a man wine, which resulted in her getting beat and pushed off porched. On June 29, 2024, Deputy Pinter and Deputy A.M. Presley were dispatched to Daniely St. in the Princeton area of Mercer County, West Virginia, in response to a complaint about an unwanted guest. […]
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 […]
Ronceverte man arrested after domestic disturbance call
RONCEVERTE W.Va. (WVDN) – A Ronceverte officer received a call regarding a domestic disturbance and yelling on June 29, at approximately 8:07 p.m. Several officers with the Ronceverte Police Department responded to investigate the cause of the disturbance. Upon arriving in the area, officers could hear people yelling. The officers reportedly spoke with individuals at […] The post Ronceverte man arrested after domestic disturbance call appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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 […]
It’s picking season at Flat Top’s Blueberry Hill!
FLAT TOP, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The berries are now ripe for the picking as Blueberry Hill of Flat Top has announced the blueberry picking schedule for this week. Those interested in partaking can make their way out on any of four days this week to dig into bushels of blueberries. Picking hours for Tuesday, Wednesday, […]
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