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Back-to-school checklist: Your children’s eye exam
PRINCETON, WV (WOAY) – Eyes are said to be windows to the soul. With vision issues frequently undiagnosed, ensuring your child gets an eye exam before they head back to school could make a world of difference. “During the summer the kids are out playing and they’re in the...
Stubborn Clouds Finally Clear For Supermoon Visibility
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): The stratocumulus clouds will finally part after Midnight so that we can enjoy the first night of the Sturgeon Supermoon. WEATHER OVERVIEW: The upper-low will slowly drift east and bring clearing but not until Midnight to 2 a.m. Wednesday. The Supermoon will be about 98% full and visible by then in the western sky. The remainder of the week will see a transition to warmer temperatures, with the hot and humid weather returning late this weekend into early next week. The dry weather will prompt gardens and lawns to dry out yet again. The next threat of rain is not until a week from today as a front pushes into the region.
Greenbrier County student selected for prestigious Appalachian STEM Academy
GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Emma Vincent, a student at Eastern Greenbrier Middle School, has been selected to participate in the prestigious Appalachian STEM Academy. Out of numerous applicants, she is one of only 52 middle school students chosen for this highly competitive program. The Academy, which took place in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is a […]
LIV Tournament Draws Pro Golfers To The Greenbrier
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): White Sulphur Springs was hopping last weekend as big pro golfers competed at the Greenbrier for the LIV Tournament. Hundreds of volunteers worked to help the tournament efficiently. A kid’s village had plenty of fun and games to keep the little ones occupied and our own Chief Meteorologist Chad Merrill got a chance to give his insight into the golf match at the media booth! Merrill also scored a selfie with Professional Golfer Dustin Johnson who shot a seven under for the 3-day tournament.
Bluefield University welcomes new president, Dr. Steve Peterson
Dr. Steve Peterson was welcomed as the tenth President of Bluefield University on August 19, 2024, and addressed the faculty and staff at an employee breakfast, encouraging them to continue excelling in their roles and embrace innovation and decisive action.
Virginia Pals Save Flowers From the Landfill, Redeploying Them to Bring Joy
A pair of Virginians who found themselves habitually dismayed by the amount of floral waste they saw over a series of weddings and funerals decided to launch a small nonprofit to reuse them. Friendly City Florals delivers flowers to hospice care homes, hospitals, and other events like funerals and weddings...
Alleghany County investigators uncover alleged child predator in Oklahoma
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, VA (WSET) — An alleged sexual predator from Oklahoma is facing charges thanks in part to work done by investigators with Virginia's Alleghany County Sheriff's Office. On August 2, investigators with the office began an online conversation with a man who was later identified as James A....
Kroger apologizes as shoppers leave full carts due to ‘unacceptable’ checkout shortage and cry ‘we deserve better’
SHOPPERS at Kroger have cried out after a checkout issue caused long wait times and lines. Some were so furious they abandoned carts full of groceries and demanded the retail giant make improvements. The incident occurred on Sunday at a store in Charleston, West Virginia, according to a customer’s post on X. The Kroger shopper […]
Bluefield University announces opening of new campus store
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) — Apparel for the Bluefield University Rams can now be bought at Bluefield University’s campus. According to a press release from Bluefield University, the apparel can be bought at the campus store in Shott Hall, as well as online. Those who want to purchase apparel from the store can customize their designs, […]
West Virginia Democrats want Governor Jim Justice to drop out of Senate race
West Virginia Democratic Party Chair Mike Pushkin called on Gov. Jim Justice (R) to withdraw from the race for the United States Senate following a news story of alleged financial misconduct that has left hundreds of workers and their families at risk of losing their healthcare coverage.
Remembering A Local Astronaut And Turning River Trash Into Art This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, NASA astronaut Jon McBride – the only West Virginian to pilot a shuttle mission – died earlier this month (Aug. 7) at age 80. Curtis Tate spoke with Jennifer Levasseur, curator of space history at the National Air and Space Museum, about his legacy.
West Virginia Public Service Commission schedules hearing to decide on future of the Armstrong Public Service District
Montgomery, WV (WOAY) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has scheduled a hearing into the future of Armstrong Public Service District after ruling that the system is a distressed utility. The commission has scheduled a hearing to determine how the utility can improve and whether another entity...
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