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Road Trippin'...99th WV State Fair
The First Greenbrier County Fair: The Declaration of Independence was only 78 years old when the first recorded fair was conducted in Greenbrier Valley, Virginia. In 1854, the Greenbrier Agricultural Society began organizing and conducting an annual fair where agricultural accomplishments could be displayed. This popular event attracted entries of livestock, produce and household items from farms throughout the area. The first fair was held at Mr. Nesmith’s Grove, on approximately 2 acres of land. The location of this event was determined by current historians to be at the corner of Washington and Lee Streets in Lewisburg. About 150 northeast of the present location of Lewisburg United Methodist Church.
West Virginia senator removed as committee chair after indecent exposure charges
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The chair of a key West Virginia state legislative committee was removed from his position by chamber leadership Wednesday after being charged with indecent exposure and disorderly conduct. Republican Sen. Mike Maroney, who led the state Senate Health and Human Resources Committee, was arrested Tuesday...
Attorney General Morrisey Urges College Students Looking for a Job to Watch Out for Employment Scams
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Thousands of students in the state are getting ready to return to college; some are getting their first crack at higher education. With that, many are set to look for employment to supplement their allowances. College is the first time many young adults are in charge of their own personal affairs, […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Urges College Students Looking for a Job to Watch Out for Employment Scams appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Help showcase on national stage how West Virginia is leading in teacher recruitment
The West Virginia Public Education Collaborative and the Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Education Collaborative hope to tout the new Teachers Ascend into West Virginia program on center stage next year at the South by Southwest EDU Conference. Part of the presentation selection process will be considered through community voting.
State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Wednesday, August 14
GENERAL INFORMATION 8 a.m. – Gates open 11 a.m. – Carnival rides ope 12 p.m. – West Virginia Lottery Opens ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m., 1 p.m. – FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – Catherine Hickland 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – Hot Glass Academy […] The post State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Wednesday, August 14 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Residents voice concerns over AEP's proposed rate hikes at public hearing
CHARLESTON, W.Va (WCHS) — Community members came out on Monday to voice their concerns regarding American Electric Power's proposed price hikes at a public hearing. The proposed rate case at this meeting was regarding AEP asking for $20.4 million to expand its net energy costs beginning Sept. 1. However,...
Mostly clear skies tonight; more sunshine for Wednesday
Tonight features mostly clear skies and temperatures dipping back into the upper 50s. Once again, it’s the perfect evening to enjoy outside for dinner or if you’re checking out the Anne Wilson concert here at the State Fair of West Virginia! Perhaps even give the air conditioner a break with a light northerly breeze once […]
Public Meeting Today on Plan to Extend Water and Wastewater Lines Two Miles on US-522
BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — There will be a public hearing today in the Morgan County Courthouse regarding a plan to extend water and wastewater lines along US-522 for an additional two miles. The meeting is set for 6 to 8 p.m. this evening in the Morgan County Commission room.
Berkeley County Schools ready to roll with full contingent of bus drivers
BERKELEY COUNTY, W.Va. (DC News Now) — Staffing school bus drivers for routes is challenging in the eastern panhandle, especially since the pandemic. However, Berkeley County Schools said they will start this school year with a fully operational team of drivers when classes resume on Monday. Last year some routes actually had to be cancelled […]
Two dead after crash near Frederick County Fairgrounds in Virginia
FREDERICK COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Officials said that two people died after a crash near the Frederick County Fairgrounds in Virginia on Tuesday. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) said that units responded to the 3000 block of Martinsburg Pike near Stonewall Elementary School just before 3 p.m. for a two-vehicle crash. First […]
Discord dangers: Va. mom warns parents of violent groups targeting children
(WAVY) — There’s an increase in violent online groups using the app Discord to contact children and persuade them to harm themselves or others, the problem now catching the attention of Virginia Sen. Mark Warner. “My daughter used it for chats,” said one Virginia mother who asked to remain anonymous. “That was her main use […]
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