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Boil Water Advisory issued for part of Fayette County
HILTON VILLAGE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Boil Water Advisory has been issued for part of eastern Fayette County this morning. According to the Danese Public Service District (PSD), the advisory is currently in effect from Danese Elementary to U.S. Route 60. The communities of Corliss, Nallen, Russellville, Hilton Village, and Stonehouse Road, are also included […]
America is facing issues with technical education – how one local school is trying to help
GHENT, WV (WVNS) – America is facing a technical education problem. According to a 2021 study done by the Association for Career & Technical education, almost 60% of CTE administrators reported lower enrollment. This was followed by a recent study done by Education Next, where vocational studies in high school have declined since 1990. New […]
Summers County Performing Arts brings Music and Dance Education to downtown Hinton
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - Organizers are excited to announce the opening of Summers County Performing Arts Music & Dance Studios in the historic district of downtown Hinton. The studios are located at 211 Temple Street and are fully equipped professional music and dance studios. The owner/artistic director/instructor/choreographer is Lisa Ann Colombo. Colombo and building owners Sonya Murrell and Joleen Linville are working together to create an outstanding facility for music and dance arts education. Colombo has an extensive background in performing arts education. Her bio is as follows: Lisa Ann Colombo Artistic Director/Instructor/Choreographer/Composer/Music Producer Colombo has been teaching dance for over 47 years....
New historical marker will be placed to commemorate the Giles, Fayette, and Kanawha Turnpike
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A new historical marker will be placed to commemorate the Giles, Fayette, and Kanawha (GF & K) Turnpike this week. The marker will be dedicated in a ceremony at the Raleigh County Public Library on Thursday, May 9, at 10 a.m. The GF & K Turnpike was the first road of […]
Ahead of Raleigh County fire levy vote, fire marshall says departments now provide EMS, other services
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — City of Beckley Fire Marshall Chris Graham said on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, that the local fire department has evolved into an important part of each community, in part by hosting classes and helping during crises. With residents saying there is an ambulance driver shortage in Raleigh County, Captain Graham said […]
Alderson’s open mic night starts its third season
ALDERSON, WV (WVNS) — “Open Mic at the Depot” started its third season with a unique mix of artists and songs. This event started on May 4, 2024 at Main Street in Alderson. This event is held the first Saturday of the month, starting in May going through to October. Marcia Sutherland, the Event Organizer […]
Raleigh County Health Sciences & Technology academy hosts local graduation
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – On Thursday evening, May 9th, local high schoolers across Raleigh County got their first taste of graduation. Held at the WVU Tech building on Neville Street, the ceremony included members of the Raleigh County Health Sciences & Technology academy. Parents and friends lined up to support the academy’s graduates, which focuses […]
Greenbrier County Schools Celebrates Kevin Warfield’s Selection as Lemelson-MIT Invention Education Fellow
LEWISBURG W.Va. (WVDN) – Greenbrier County Schools proudly announces that Kevin Warfield, Engineering Instructor at Greenbrier East High School (GEHS), has been chosen as an Invention Education Fellow by Lemelson-MIT for the 2024-2025 academic year. This prestigious recognition highlights Warfield’s exceptional dedication to fostering innovation and creativity in education. As an Invention Education Fellow, Warfield […] The post Greenbrier County Schools Celebrates Kevin Warfield’s Selection as Lemelson-MIT Invention Education Fellow appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Alderson Strawberry Festival promises fun for all ages
ALDERSON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Get ready to mark your calendars because the popular 2024 Alderson Strawberry Festival is just around the corner! Taking place on Saturday, May 25th from 10 AM to 4 PM, this year’s festival promises to be an event you won’t want to miss. Located on the Memorial Bridge in Alderson, this […]
Sewer Improvements Approved for Oak Hill
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) – Sewer system improvements are on the way to one Fayette County community. The City of Oak Hill requested $8.4 million in improvements to its sewer systems last month. Some fixes will include fixing pump stations, replacing lines, and manholes. More than 4,000 customers will be affected by these improvements. The […]
Raleigh County Commission to hold public hearing on proposed annexation
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County Commission is set to vote later this month on whether two parcels in the Mount Hope area will be annexed into Raleigh County. The goal of the annexation is to supply water to acreage in the area of the Crossroads Mall. Raleigh County Commissioners said on Tuesday, May 7, […]
Special Meeting of Beckley City Council cancelled
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Special Meeting of members of Beckley’s Common Council will not be held as originally planned on Tuesday. News of the development came late Tuesday morning, with the probable absence of several members of council having been cited as the reason for the last-minute change. “Due to three of seven members […]
Election Advertisements: Are they beneficial to residents?
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) – Election Polls are full with many casting their vote for their favorite candidate. Election season is not only a time for voting, but a time for advertising as well. Whether it is commercials or signs lined up along the streets, candidates want to spread the word about their campaign. With […]
Republican candidates address voters at Pax ‘Meet the Candidates’ event
PAX, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Residents of the Fayette and Raleigh County areas made their way out to Pax Town Hall Gymnasium on Thursday for a “Meet the Candidates” event at which both conservative incumbents and prospective office holders discussed issues impacting Southern West Virginia. Many well-known local political figures were in attendance for the event, […]
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