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West Virginia senator loses committee roles following indecent exposure arrest
(The Center Square) – Republican West Virginia Senator Mike Maroney has been removed from his committee chairman responsibilities and committee appointments after he was arrested and charged with two misdemeanors in Marshall County on Tuesday. Senate President Craig Blair, R-Berkeley, said Maroney, R-Marshall, is entitled to due process. Maroney was arrested for indecent exposure and disorderly conduct after he was “accused of performing an overt act of self gratification” at...
West Virginia State Senator being recognized nationally for her work
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — One local state senator is being recognized nationally for her efforts, contribution, and achievements as an elected official. West Virginia Senator Laura Wakim Chapman who serves in District 1 was recently awarded the Legislators Excellence Award from the Reason Foundation. The Reason Foundation is a national organization that focuses on free […]
West Virginia sends $12M to state's volunteer fire departments
(The Center Square) – West Virginia again is sending $12 million to fire departments and emergency services across the state. The measure was funded through House Bill 5128, with Gov. Jim Justice holding a ceremonial signing of the bill joined by the West Virginia Firemen’s Association. The bill sends $6 million to the state’s Fire Protection Fund, where it will be evenly distributed to volunteer fire departments across the state...
Tractor-trailer crashes and catches fire at Sandstone Mountain killing one man
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A fatal crash occurred on August 10, 2024, involving a tractor-trailer on I-64 Eastbound at Sandstone Mountain. The Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, along with local fire departments and EMS providers, responded to the scene at approximately 11:48 a.m. The tractor-trailer, driven by 62-year-old Jeffrey Howard of Dublin, Ohio, entered the […]
Raleigh County man urges car buyers to check for recalls on used vehicles before purchasing
Shady Spring, WV (WOAY)—A man in Shady Spring recently purchased a used vehicle on the Facebook marketplace. His story reminds us that even when all parties involved in a transaction have the best intentions, misfortune can still happen. Newswatch reporter Mike Teaney heard the story for himself.
Lewisburg Carnegie Hall showcases artists in photography and ceramics in the Museum Gallery
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) — The August and September Exhibitions at Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg carry on through collaborations with regional artists specializing in pottery and photography. The Museum Gallery is partnering with Jessie Thornton, a photographer born in Point Pleasant, WV and Nanette Seligman, a potter located in Davis, WV. Thornton attended Marshall University to […]
Carnegie Hall’s 2024 Ivy Terrace Concert Series continues with Thomas Taylor Band Aug. 22
Lewisburg, WV (WVDN) – Carnegie Hall’s 2024 Ivy Terrace Concert Series continues Thursday, August 22, at 6:30 p.m. with the Thomas Taylor Band. Sponsored by City National Bank, the concert takes place outside on Carnegie Hall’s Ivy Terrace as attendees watch from the expansive lawn in front of New River Community and Technical College. Concertgoers […] The post Carnegie Hall’s 2024 Ivy Terrace Concert Series continues with Thomas Taylor Band Aug. 22 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Cemetery preservation workshop successfully reunited a gravestone with grave
LEWISBURG W.Va. (WVDN) – During a recent cemetery preservation workshop at the Lewisburg Cemetery behind the Old Stone Presbyterian Church attendees successfully reunited a gravestone with a grave. The gravestone had been broken and separated from the grave. With help from volunteers, workshop organizers from the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia (PAWV) were able to […] The post Cemetery preservation workshop successfully reunited a gravestone with grave appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Wyoming County man convicted of grand larceny
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wyoming County man has been convicted of grand larceny. Jessie Tolliver, 45, of Wyoming, pleaded guilty on August 12, 2024, to one count of grand larceny. Tolliver’s sentencing is scheduled for October 2024. The case stems from an incident on October 28, 2023, when Sergeant Tyler Sizemore of the […]
Sesame Street characters bringing show to Chuck Mathena Center
PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVVA) - Sesame Street Live is coming to the Chuck Mathena Center this fall. Tickets will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. for the Nov. 21 performance, which features the characters from the show in a new interactive production that will tour the United States and Canada.
Man exploited woman out of money, threatened her
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man exploited a woman out of money while she let him live on property, threatened her when she confronted him. On July 23, 2024, a 64-year-old victim reported to the Summers County Sheriff’s Office that the suspect, William Fair, had cheated her out of $4,966.72 and was unlawfully living on […]
West Virginia State Senator Michael Maroney arrested
UPDATE: Senate President Craig Blair (R-Berkeley) released the following statement on Wednesday morning: “Above all, I am deeply concerned for our friend and colleague, Senator Mike Maroney. The facts that have emerged are troubling, and I am disappointed. However, in this time, our primary focus is on the well-being of Senator Maroney. To give him […]
State Fair Concert Series: Bailey Zimmerman
FAIRLEA W.Va. (WVDN) – In this edition of the State Fair Concert Series, we will focus on rising Country star, Bailey Zimmerman. WHO IS BAILEY ZIMMERMAN? Hailing from Louisville, Kentucky and just 24 years old, no country artist made a bigger splash in 2022 when Bailey Zimmerman burst onto the music scene. With two number […] The post State Fair Concert Series: Bailey Zimmerman appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Gov. Jim Justice orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, August 14, in honor of former Delegate Ron Fragale
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Harrison County to be displayed at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of former West Virginia Delegate, Ron Fragale.
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