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United Mine Workers host annual Labor Day rally in West Virginia
RACINE, WV (WOWK) — Labor Day officially marks the traditional kick-off of the fall campaign season, even though many candidates have been campaigning for months. And that was true Monday at an annual labor rally in Boone County. Labor Day barbeques and political stumping seem to go hand-in-hand every two years, and this year was […]
Justice among 24 governors opposing World Health Organization
24 Republican governors joined together, writing a letter to President Biden to state their united opposition to two proposals currently under negotiation that would grant the World Health Organization (WHO) unprecedented and unconstitutional powers over the United States and its people.
ARH names Dr. David Stuart Chief Medical Officer for ARH West Virginia Region
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — David Stuart, MD, FACS was named Chief Medical Officer for Appalachian Regional Healthcare’s West Virginia Region. According to a press release from Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Stuart will be serving Beckley ARH Hospital, Summers County ARH Hospital and Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center in South Williamson, Kentucky. For 17 years, Stuart […]
Attorney General Morrisey Warns College Students of Identity Theft Risks
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging college students to be cautious as another school year begins and sensitive information is shared. College is the first time many young adults are in charge of their own personal affairs, which makes them susceptible to scammers. Identity thieves may take advantage of students’ newfound […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Warns College Students of Identity Theft Risks appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
NRGRDA to host regional housing needs assessment meeting
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority has announced that it will host a kickoff meeting at which a regional housing needs assessment will be set into motion by way of professional and community collaboration. The meeting, scheduled to take place from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Monday, September 9, 2024, will […]
Raleigh County Commission tables issue of Grievance Coordinator
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two agenda items of particular interest at Tuesday’s meeting of the Raleigh County Commission were not discussed at length as commissioners have apparently decided to table the consideration of a Raleigh County Grievance Coordinator. Included as part of a revised Raleigh County Commission agenda released last week, the agenda items entailed […]
Nearly 20 people arrested during U.S. Marshals warrant roundup in Raleigh County
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — Nearly 20 people were arrested after a two-day warrant roundup was held by the U.S. Marshals Southern District of West Virginia CUFFED Task Force in Raleigh County. According to a press release from the U.S. Marshals Southern District of West Virginia, CUFFED (Cops United Felony Fugitive Enforcement Division) Task Force […]
Summers County Recycling Center opens thrift store for a good cause
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Workers at the Summers County Recycling Center are opening a thrift store in their recycling building. They have a host of things at their thrift store, ranging from furniture to decorations for the house. Zack Kelly, the Director of Operations for the Summers County Solid Waste Authority, said they are partnering […]
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