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State Fair Concert Series: Oliver Anthony
WHO IS OLIVER ANTHONY? FAIRLEA W.Va. (WVDN) – In this edition of the State Fair Concert Series, we check in on Oliver Anthony. Oliver Anthony, originally Christopher Anthony Lunsford, is an American country-folk singer-songwriter. He chose his grandfather’s name, “Oliver Anthony,” for his stage name to honor the Depression era. Anthony began composing music in […] The post State Fair Concert Series: Oliver Anthony appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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.
Time to once again dip your toes in the sand at Sea Rim State Park
Sabine Pass — Texas Parks & Wildlife is announcing the long-awaited reopening of Sea Rim State Park following major damage Hurricane Beryl inflicted in July. "We’re happy to say that Sea Rim State Park Will open to the public on Friday, August 16," according to a post by TDP&W. "Both day use and camping will be available that day. East Beach remains completely closed to vehicle as well as foot traffic, but West Beach and Central Beach will be open for their regular uses."
Theater, textile mill, bank projects get state funding for restoration
The renovation of a dilapidated movie theater in Tazewell, a project to restore a former textile plant in Goshen and a plan to turn an old bank into an event space in Pamplin all received Industrial Revitalization Funds. The post Theater, textile mill, bank projects get state funding for restoration appeared first on Cardinal News.
Detailed StormWatch 4 Autumn Weather Outlook
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Following a hot and dry summer, does Mother Nature have a turn of events for the fall season?. Chief Meteorologist Chad Merrill and Forecaster Braden Petry break it all down:. Below are the most significant pattern drivers for the Fall Season:. Transition into La Nina: Equatorial...
Bee stings: How dangerous are they?
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A Raleigh County man passed away during the 2024 year due to a sting from a yellow jacket. The man’s family said they do not understand how it happened. Bees, wasps, and yellow jackets are all part of the same order of insects. Nearly all of them have stingers and venom; […]
Beckley’s 7th Annual Honey Festival will sweeten up your weekend!
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Beckley’s 7th annual Honey Festival happens the weekend of Saturday, August 17, 2024! So, what kinds of sweet treats can festival-goers expect from this year’s event? Kettle corn and roasted corn are two sweet summer treats attendees will get to try. Mark Lilly, President of the Raleigh County Beekeepers Cooperative Association, […]
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 […]
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