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Gov. Justice, WV DCR celebrate hiring milestones with 52 additional graduates
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WV DCR) announced a major achievement for West Virginia correctional facilities with the graduation of 52 new officers and staff. This year, WV DCR has welcomed a total of 429 graduates into its ranks, nearly equaling the total amount in […] The post Gov. Justice, WV DCR celebrate hiring milestones with 52 additional graduates appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
West Virginia extends drought State of Emergency
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The State of Emergency for the ongoing drought has been extended, according to West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. The governor’s office says the extension impacts all 55 counties and will go on for another 30 days. Officials with Justice’s office say the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates “extreme, severe and moderate” drought […]
Heritage Farm announces year-round indoor/outdoor Snow Park
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Heritage Farm has announced a year-round indoor/outdoor snow park in a social media post on Friday. According to the post, the park will allow visitors to ski, snowboard, ice skate and snow tube with real snow being produced in up to 70-degree weather. Heritage Farm...
Milton’s water department working to resolve water clarity issue
MILTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Last week, Milton residents turned on their sinks, bathtubs, and washers, and discolored water poured out. This week, Councilmember Dakota Miller said that the city has working around the clock to make sure it stops. The city has been flushing hydrants for 24-hour periods to flush...
Herd Volleyball Sweeps Saint Francis
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – The Marshall University Volleyball team swept Saint Francis (PA) 3-0 (25-20, 25-16, 25-10) in its final Fans First match before the regular season on Saturday. "Today was a good test for us before beginning non-conference play," Herd Volleyball Head Coach Ari Aganus said. "We executed on...
1969 - Lightning Pit Stop Sends Stott to Victory
West Virginia 300 winner Ramo Stott is joined by track owner Gary Lashinsky (left) and ARCA’s John Marcum in victory lane. Ona, W.Va. (August 24, 1969) - Ramo Stott drove a flawless race in a 1969 Plymouth and benefitted from a lightning pit stop Sunday to win the West Virginia 300 at International Raceway Park.
Hometown Heroes | Charlotte Parker & Nolan Parker
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A lemonade stand is a classic fundraiser. Some use it as a way to raise some spending money or put it toward their savings, but very few children run a lemonade stand to help out their community. Charlotte’s Lemonade Stand started with a dream. “I...
Bridgeport Middle's Avya Talwar Mathematical Habits of Mind Poster Contest Winner Held by State BOE
The West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) recently recognized several students who participated in the WVDE’s Mathematical Habits of. Mind (MHM) Poster Contest. Bridgeport Middle School featured one of the winners. Avya Talwar was judged as one of the students to be recognized. In an effort to include students'...
Pat McAfee Issues Major Warning to College Football Powerhouse Over Week 1 Showdown
ESPN's Pat McAfee didn't mix words when breaking down the Big Ten and issuing a stern warning to a specific college football powerhouse ahead of their week 1 matchup in Morgantown, West Virginia. McAfee is a prime supporter of his alma mater, West Virginia, and whenever he has the opportunity to ...
Tactical training held for local law enforcement
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WTAP) - SBG Tactical WV LLC held a course in Ripley to allow patrol and detective-level officers training on high-risk entry operations. The course covered operational planning, breaching methods, tactical medicine, and more. The owner of SBG Tactical WV LLC, Scott Lowther, shares why he holds courses like...
Spartans Finish Scrimmage Preseason Against Capital
FAIRLEA- It was a long night in Fairlea at Spartan Stadium on Friday when the Greenbrier East Spartans finished their scrimmage season against the Capital Cougars. Originally scheduled for 6:00 PM, the action did not get going until 7:48 due to the Cougars bus being delayed. Once things got going on the field however, it […] The post Spartans Finish Scrimmage Preseason Against Capital appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Mostly clear and calm tonight; Sunday brings in more chances for sunshine
Saturday evening looks great for anyone planning some evening plans. Outdoor dinner plans will be in good shape as we continue to see mostly clear skies and overnight lows in the upper 50s. Can’t rule out some river valley across the mountains but any instances will be extremely isolated tonight. Sunday church services will go […]
Healthy Habits Contest aims to encourage healthier habits in creative ways
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia is ranked number one for obesity in the United States, according to a 2023 study by WALLETHUB. West Virginia government officials are looking to change the statistics, however, and they are starting in the classroom. The West Virginia Healthy Habits School Contest is a new program aimed at recognizing […]
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