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Students now permitted to carry guns on West Virginia college campuses
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (KDKA) -- Starting Monday, students on West Virginia University's campus were allowed to carry guns on campus grounds and all college campuses throughout West Virginia. It's thanks to the West Virginia Campus Self-Defense Act."Personally, I think it's a great idea. I was having a conversation with some of my buddies, and we all thought that was something that would occur in the near future, and we all thought that was a good idea," said West Virginia student Bryce Biggs.Regardless of whether students or faculty think it's a good or bad idea, the West Virginia legislature said yes to a...
Corey Hoshor and Jeremy Vallet come from behind to take 2024 WV Four-Ball Championship at Raven
Corey Hoshor of Eleanor and Jeremy Vallet of Logan came from one stroke back at the end of day one to win the West Virginia Golf Association’s (WVGA) Four-Ball Championship on the Raven Course at Snowshoe Resort with a 13 under par 131. They were two strokes ahead of...
2 DUI checkpoints to be held in NCWV next week
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia State Police will hold two DUI checkpoints in North Central West Virginia next week. The first checkpoint will be held in Monongalia County on Thursday, July 11th along U.S. Route 19/WV Route 7. This checkpoint will take place near the Pursglove post office...
Health center to develop programs to fight WV food insecurity
A West Virginia community health center is participating in a program addressing food scarcity. The National Association of Community Health Centers' 2024 Innovation Incubator creates ways to expand access to healthy foods. Cabin Creek Health Systems, based in Charleston, will have funding and guidance from experts to help it design and test community-based solutions.
Celebrating 99 years of the Nicholas County Fair
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Celebrate 99 years of fun at the 2024 Nicholas County Fair! The Nicholas County Fair is set to celebrate its 99th anniversary from July 24th to July 27th, 2024, at the Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park in Summersville. This four-day event promises a variety of entertainment and activities for all ages. […]
Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is applauding another U.S. Supreme Court ruling that plaintiffs may bring a claim under the Administrative Procedure Act within six years of when they are first injured by final agency action, even if the agency first took the action more than six years ago. The Attorney […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Again Victorious in Reining in Administrative State appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Updates with FEMA in Fayette and Nicholas Counties
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY)- If you were impacted by the severe storms from April 2-6, there are a few FEMA deadlines you may want to consider. The deadline to apply for assistance is July 22. If you wish to apply in person, you can visit the locations in Nicholas or Fayette County.
Fayette County man arrested on drug charges after police find fentanyl and methamphetamines in his vehicle
VICTOR, WV (WVNS) — A Fayette County man faces drug charges. Rufus R. Keeney of Victor was pulled over just before noon on July 2, 2024 for a minor traffic violation in the Chimney Corner area. During the stop, deputies received consent to search the vehicle. A narcotics-detecting K-9 also gave a positive indication during […]
Suspect in armed robbery arrested, accused of kidnapping and strangling woman
MOSSY, WV (WVNS) – A Mossy man is facing felony charges stemming from two separate incidents. Back on June 15th, an armed robbery occurred at the Midway T&C Gas Station. Detectives were later able to identify Clinton H. Hall as a suspect in the investigation. On the 29th, deputies were contacted by the owner of […]
Water main break reported in Montgomery, service temporarily unavailable
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – UPDATE: West Virginia American Water says 156 customers are affected. Estimated restoration is 11 AM this morning. — A water main break has resulted in the unavailability of water for some residents. According to the City of Montgomery, they have been notified by West Virginia American Water of a main break […]
Ex-girlfriend activates ex-boyfriend’s debit card to make purchases
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An ex-girlfriend faces charges after activating and using a debit card in her ex-boyfriend’s name. On June 10, 2024, a male victim filed a walk-in complaint at the West Virginia State Police Beckley Detachment regarding fraudulent debit card use. Scott stated he had never owned any credit or debit card […]
Fayetteville Town Council approves pay raise for police officers and clerks
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayetteville Town Council has approved pay raises for its town police officers and clerks at the department. At their regular town council meeting Tuesday evening, the Fayetteville Town Council approved an extra 75 cents per hour pay raise for all town police officers and clerks. There was no discussion among […]
City of Hinton holds swearing in ceremony for mayor, city council
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The city of Hinton held the swearing in ceremony for the office of mayor and for city council on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Two new members of city council were sworn in; Janima Bond and Lee Ann Goins, as well as two incumbent members being re-sworn in; Jim Leslie, and Roberta […]
City of Beckley to host electric fireworks show for the 4th of July
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The City of Beckley is celebrating Independence Day with a bang. Their fireworks display will be set off at 9:30 P.M. at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center and Beckley Little League Fields. They are bringing in Starfire, a group of professionals, to put on an electric fireworks show. Director of Beckley […]
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