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Raleigh County Parks and Recreation hiring for Office Manager
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County Parks and Recreation Authority is looking to hire a permanent Office Manager for their Beckley office. This position is full time and includes benefits. Duties for this position are the following: Other duties will also be assigned with this position. If you or anyone is interested in applying, submit […]
Elderly population faces housing crisis
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Affordable housing is an issue that spreads across all demographics.However, it seems one age group is being hit hard. The elderly are now facing a housing crisis, even those who may already have homes. Their homes are falling into disrepair, and they cannot either afford to fix them or struggle physically. […]
New Circuit Judge for Raleigh County to be sworn in
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Todd Kirby was sworn in as a Judge in the Tenth Judicial Circuit for Raleigh County. On Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 11:30 A.M., the event will be held in the ceremonial courtroom in the historic Raleigh County Courthouse in Beckley. Tenth Judicial Circuit Judge Andrew Dimlich will deliver the oath […]
“Summer of Cows”: Join Chick-fil-A and the Raleigh County Public Library for summer reading events!
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Chick-fil-A Beckley is teaming up with the Raleigh County Public Library (RCPL) for a reading program as part of their “Summer of Cows” series of events. On Monday, July 22, 2024, community members that visit the library will get the chance to experience cow-themed activities, be visited by the Chick-fil-A Cow […]
West Virginia reacts to calls for President Biden to end his campaign
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — There are more calls across the nation, including West Virginia, for President Joe Biden to withdraw from his reelection bid. Many are concerned he’s putting other political races in jeopardy. Some national Democrat party leaders have spoken to the president privately, to at least entertain the idea of stepping away from […]
Got dirty water? Has your well gone dry? Tell us about it, West Virginia
As Mountain State Spotlight reporters have traveled the state in recent months, we’ve heard from West Virginians all across the state that they struggle to access clean water. In Ritchie County, the discovery of pollution in drinking water sources has residents worried about how officials will improve their aging water systems. In the southern coalfields, […] Got dirty water? Has your well gone dry? Tell us about it, West Virginia appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
First female astronaut from West Virginia shares dream with the Mountain State
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – One Mountaineer will soon be able to see the Mountain State from way up high, as she gets ready to become the first female astronaut from West Virginia. Emily Calandrelli is the face of the hit Netflix series ‘Emily’s Wonder Lab’. Calandrelli isn’t just a star on the screen, she’s also a […]
Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — Governor Jim Justice and WorkForce West Virginia announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits are available to qualifying individuals living or working in Hancock, Kanawha, Marshall, Ohio, Roane, Wetzel and Wood counties. These counties were designated as major disaster areas by the President on May 24, 2024, following an official request by Gov. Justice. […] The post Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Summers County Historical Society Receives Grant
SUMMERS COUNTY W.Va. (Hinton News) - The Summers County Historical Society is pleased to announce that it has received a grant from the National Coal Heritage Area Authority to make improvements at Hilltop Cemetery located in Hinton. The cemetery, founded about 1877, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The grant was matched 1:1 with another grant from the Hinton Area Foundation and other resources from the Historical Society including volunteer labor and donations. The Historical Society would like to thank the many people who have supported this project. The major use of the grant will be to remove...
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