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Several local breweries recognized in Craft Beer Cup
RICHMOND, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- Several area breweries earned recognition from the 2024 Virginia Craft Beer Cup. This year’s competition was held at Old Ox Brewery in Ashburn. According to a release, a record 128 breweries from across the Commonwealth submitted their wares, including 20 new participants. Brewers were...
Virginia city ranked the fittest in America for seventh year by American Fitness Index
VIRGINIA - Arlington, Virginia has worked its way to the top of the fittest city in America ranking, according to the American Fitness Index. The city has managed to be the fittest city in America for seven years in a row. Washington, D.C. climbed up the list and secured the second spot on the list.
You ask, we report: Help Mountain State Spotlight write our ‘Citizens Agenda’
At Mountain State Spotlight, we aim to go beyond the polls and press releases to get you informative, explanatory and accountability election reporting. As the 2024 general election nears, we’re adapting the Citizens Agenda, a project to make election reporting more responsive, inclusive and useful for voters. Now, as we approach November, we want to […] You ask, we report: Help Mountain State Spotlight write our ‘Citizens Agenda’ appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Mountaineer Country Farm Crawl to be held in counties across NCWV this weekend
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - A unique event will take place in North Central West Virginia this weekend, which will allow attendees to learn about local farms. The Mountaineer Country Farm Crawl will take place on Saturday, July 27th and Sunday, July 28th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at a variety of locations in Harrison, Marion and Monongalia counties.
WGU Expands Access to West Virginia, Launches BSN Prelicensure Program in The Mountain State
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (WVDN) – Western Governors University’s (WGU) Michael O. Leavitt School of Health (LSH), now offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Prelicensure) program in West Virginia. The launch of the BSN Prelicensure program provides more access to West Virginians who need an alternative pathway into the nursing industry. “WGU is knocking down barriers that exist between West Virginians […] The post WGU Expands Access to West Virginia, Launches BSN Prelicensure Program in The Mountain State appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Registering for voting in the new election season
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Participating in voting is a right most American citizens hold. As the many twists and turns of the presidential election continue, many are asking questions and registering to vote. Voter registration is available to make sure voter rolls are accurate and up to date. West Virginia is one of the states […]
Montgomery Parks Board seeks volunteers to enhance community
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Montgomery Board of Parks and Recreation is calling on residents to help improve local parks and recreational activities. The Board oversees events and facilities such as the 4th of July celebration, the Christmas parade, the Community Center, Pool Park, Morris Drive Park, the Pier at 6th and Adams, […]
Tickets on sale now for United Way of Southern WV’s ‘Dancing with the Stars’
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – United Way of Southern West Virginia has announced that tickets and tables are now available for what is being called, “the social event of the season.” Season 11 of United Way of Southern West Virginia’s Dancing with the Stars event is scheduled for Friday, September 20, 2024, and will be held […]
Fayette County couple arrested on drug and child neglect charges following shots fired call
CANNELTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County couple has been arrested on drug and child neglect charges following a shots fired call early this morning. According to Fayette County Chief Deputy Shannon Morris, Zachariah T. Roat, 35, and Kristina L. Roat, 32, of Cannelton, are facing felony charges in Fayette County. At approximately 2:30 AM, […]
Supply and demand: The yearslong rise in car prices
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The principle of causation is one that we all deal with every day and cannot escape. An item is in high demand, but the supply is low. That leads to the price for the item being high. It is no different in the auto industry. Consumer Reports said that car prices […]
Charleston police add patrols after photo of man holding apparent knife in parking lot
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Police said they are stepping up patrols after a woman attempting to park her vehicle in Charleston shared a photo on social media of a man allegedly holding a knife in a parking spot. The Charleston Police Department said it was made aware of a...
John McHugh named acting Secretary of West Virginia Department of Administration
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice has announced the appointment of John McHugh as the acting Secretary of the Department of Administration. He will succeed Mark Scott, who has held the position since 2021. Scott has resigned effective at the end of July. Gov. Justice says Scott did a good job but got “out […]
Treasurer Moore announces record breaking unclaimed property returns
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – State Treasurer Riley Moore announced that the Unclaimed Property Division has once again set a new record for returning lost funds. The division returned nearly $28 million worth of unclaimed property to individuals, businesses, and organizations over the last fiscal year. Treasurer Moore expressed his pride in the Office’s achievement, stating […]
These vegetables and salads sold in New York, New Jersey might be contaminated with listeria
Several vegetables and bagged salads are being recalled due to potentially being contaminated with listeria, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Wiers Farm Inc. of Ohio voluntarily recalled the produce, including bagged peppers, green beans, salad cucumbers, organic yellow squash and organic zucchini squash. No illnesses or complaints...