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Hurricane Helene Relief concert to be held at local brewery in Raleigh County
COOL RIDGE, WV (WVNS) — A concert will be held in part of Raleigh County to help those who were affected by Hurricane Helene. According to a post on the Weathered Ground Brewery’s Facebook page, Band Together: A Hurricane Helene Relief Concert will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Weathered Ground Brewery […]
Beckley’s 33rd Annual Chili Night heats things up
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – It was a hot one over the weekend as Beckley Events hosted the city’s 33rd Annual Chili Night event. Over 60 total vendors could be found set up through the Uptown and Downtown areas of the city, with local businesses and organizations offering up their best chili for sampling by members […]
The Rise of West Virginia’s Chemical Valley
West Virginia, known for its rugged mountains and coal mines, has also played a pivotal role in the chemical industry, particularly in the Kanawha Valley. The roots of this transformation trace back to the early 20th century, when the federal government set the stage for industrial development by constructing essential chemical plants during World War I. What began as a necessity during wartime soon turned into a booming industry that would leave a lasting imprint on both the state and the world.
Water restored at Wildwood House apartments
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Residence at Wildwood House are breathing a sigh of relief after water is finally restored. Eighty-four-year-old Patricia Scales said she woke up at her Wildwood House Apartments complex in Beckley, to discover she had no running water. “Thursday morning, I was getting ready to wash my hair, and something said, ‘Check […]
Kanawha BOE members to determine if East Bank Middle, McKinley schools to close this week
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. -- The Kanawha County Board of Education will hold two school closing hearings this week. East Bank Middle School and McKinley Middle School are both being considered for consolidation. The closures would take effect at the start of the 2025-26 school year.
“Engine 143” song tells story of historic train derailment near Hinton
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – “Engine 143” is a traditional American folk song that tells the tragic story of a train wreck. The song is based on the true events of the 1890 train crash of the Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Railway’s “Fast Flying Virginian” passenger train, which ran between Washington, D.C., and Cincinnati. The train, […]
The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week is Paris!
(LOOTPRESS) – The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week is Paris! Paris a three-year-old pup who loves making friends and has never met a stranger. She loves going on car rides and her favorite food is chicken and cheese. As always, many thanks to those who took time to submit their four-legged pals for consideration, and […]
Kanawha Valley's Jewish community marks Oct. 7 attack with film, memorial service
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- One year ago, the terrorist group Hamas killed 1,200 Israelis and took 251 others hostage in a brazen attack on southern Israel. The Kanawha Valley Jewish community is marking the occasion with a free film screening and memorial service in Charleston.
Kanawha Commissioners: Lowest bid on judicial annex project 60% higher than expected
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Kanawha commissioners held a special meeting on Monday concerning the county’s judicial annex renovation and expansion project. The expansion, initiated after the county added three new magistrates and one new circuit judge, includes plans for an expanded public entry section, six new courtrooms, a jury assembly suite and office space. It was designed by a Kanawha County firm Silling Architects, who first revealed blueprints to commissioners earlier this year.
Vote for the Gbr East and Gbr West ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week (Week 6)
Please vote for the WV Daily News Greenbrier East and Greenbrier West ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 6 of the 2024 High School football season. Three Spartans and three Cavaliers are listed together. We will take the top vote getter from each school and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may […] The post Vote for the Gbr East and Gbr West ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week (Week 6) appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
The Bake’s Take: Shady Spring Edition
FAIRLEA- On Friday night, Oct. 5, the Greenbrier East Spartans waltzed right into H.B. Thomas Field in Shady Spring and controlled the game from beginning to end—almost—and rode back to Greenbrier County with a 34-21 victory under their belts. In all honesty, the result caught a lot of fans off guard as the Tigers were […] The post The Bake’s Take: Shady Spring Edition appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Beckley copywriter looks to bring eyes to your brand
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Navigating the world of business can be a tricky endeavor, and with content saturation at an all-time high, brand owners may struggle to connect audiences to a product or service. Enter Ashley Bunch: a certified copywriter who helps businesses get clear on their messaging so they can better connect and serve […]
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