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Dale McDowell rallies for Southern Nationals win at Tazewell
Dale McDowell has been the dominant driver in super late model competition at Tazewell Speedway. He was the favorite to win the Schaeffer’s Southern Nationals Ray Varner Ford 75. McDowell had to work harder for the $20,053 win. Dakotah Knuckles, David Payne, and Donald McIntosh won the three heat...
WVU alumni help Canadian women's soccer team to another Olympic win amidst scandal
West Virginia women's soccer alumni Kadeisha Buchanan and Ashley Lawrence helped Canada keep their hopes alive to defend their 2020 Olympic gold medal on Sunday. Canada met host nation France in the second of three schedule group stage matchups for Canada. While a scandal surrounds the Canadian organization regarding spying on an opponents' practice with a drone, they didn't let it distract them too much as they rallied themselves to a 2-1 victory over France. Buchanan and Lawrence both logged a full 90 minutes of play during the matchup.
23 West Virginia companies honored for export success
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Twenty-three West Virginia companies that grew their business by exporting a good or service to a new country last year were recognized by state officials in a ceremony on July 22. Eight of these companies were first-time winners. During the event, each business received the Governor’s Export Award, given to companies that […]
70-year-old West Virginia man robbed, beaten, and left for dead; 3 arrested
HINTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — Two men and a woman from West Virginia are facing multiple charges including robbery, kidnapping, and assault after they allegedly took an elderly man to an abandoned home, beat him and left him for dead. According to the West Virginia State Police, on Monday, July 15, Lataura E. Jarrett, 32, Wesley […]
Local author shares poetry from debut collection
Local author Hillary Hall recently shared excerpts from her debut poetry collection, "Creation from Chaos," during a reading event at The Y'allternative Art Spot on July 19. Hall, who also serves as a music teacher for grades K-8 and band at Gilbert, said she was motivated to compile the poems into a book because she has written so many.
2026 three-star RB Shahn Alston recaps Penn State visit, talks new offer
One of the many new offers sent out by Penn State this week was to 2026 three-star running back Shahn Alston, who was on campus for the Lasch Bash and camp in Happy Valley on Friday. The Harvey (Oh.) standout caught up with Happy Valley Insider to dive into his trip, a meaningful offer from the Nittany Lions and more.
State of Emergency issued in West Virginia over drought
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice has announced a State of Emergency for all 55 counties due to a prolonged lack of rainfall that has led to hazardous drought conditions. The U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that extreme, severe, and moderate drought conditions have affected the entire state. Governor Justice emphasized the impact of the […]
West Virginia college prepares for new campus carry law implementation
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — As one local institution is preparing for students and staff to return from summer break, they are also getting ready for the first semester of classes with the new campus carry bill in effect. The Campus Self-Defense Act was officially implemented on July 1 in all West Virginia Colleges and Universities, […]
West Virginia Faces Scorching Heat with Temperatures Soaring into the 90s
Charleston, WV – A hotter day is expected across West Virginia as temperatures are set to rise into the low to mid-90s in the lowlands. The National Weather Service in Charleston reports mostly sunny skies today, with rain chances increasing by late afternoon and evening. Residents are advised to enjoy the quiet weather before rain becomes more likely tonight.
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