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‘Full steam ahead:’ U.S. official from Mingo County works to protect coal miners from black lung
This Labor Day, as a new federal rule is being rolled out to prevent deadly black lung disease in miners, Christopher Williamson is remembering the coal miners who fought for the creation of his agency and who weren’t afforded the protections that current and future workers hopefully will. Williamson, assistant secretary for the U.S. Mine […]
Sober living home for mothers in recovery holds grand opening
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Sober living homes and transitional housing already exist across the Tri-State area, however, some have noticed a gap in resources for mothers needing this type of transitional living environment. That’s why Susan Conner, the Executive Director of ‘Hope for All,’ decided to design sober living for women and mothers who […]
Kanawha County Board of Education considering closing six schools
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — Six Kanawha County schools are on the chopping block as the county board of education is looking to close and consolidate them. Kanawha County Schools Superintendent Dr. Tom Williams spoke to the board on Tuesday about the facility consolidations. Here’s what they are looking to do: Dr. Williams said the […]
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 […]
Wyoming County man arrested after brandishing 9mm pistol in domestic dispute
BRENTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wyoming County man faces multiple charges after allegedly brandishing a 9mm pistol during a domestic dispute last week. According to reports from the Magistrate Court of Wyoming County, on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, law enforcement responded to a Brenton residence at which a victim was purportedly being held at gunpoint. […]
Man pleads guilty to assaulting a police officer
SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A 58-year-old man pleaded guilty in a West Virginia courtroom to assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers or employees involving physical contact. According to a press release from the United States Department of Justice, and according to court documents, on May 4, 2024, a police officer made a traffic stop […]
American Heritage Music Hall to host two fundraisers
GREENBRIER COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – The American Heritage Music Hall of Ronceverte is holding two upcoming fundraisers. They include: Spaghetti Dinner: Saturday, Sept. 7, from 2-7 p.m. at the Asbury Community Center at 9818 Alta Drive, located just off Route 12 in Asbury. Craft/Vendor Show: The fourth annual Fall Craft Vendor Show will be held […] The post American Heritage Music Hall to host two fundraisers appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
New River Community and Technical College Announces Teams for the 2025 New River CTC Invitational
BEAVER W.Va. (WVDN) – New River Community and Technical College is excited to announce the participating teams for the 7th Annual New River CTC Invitational, scheduled for January 6-11, 2025, at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center. This highly anticipated event stands as the college’s signature fundraising and community outreach initiative, bringing together outstanding co-ed basketball […] The post New River Community and Technical College Announces Teams for the 2025 New River CTC Invitational appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Woman arrested after causing a disturbance with no shirt on
OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman was arrested after causing a disturbance at a convenience store with no shirt on. When police asked her to put a shirt on, she then took her pants off. On August 31, 2024, at approximately 0148 hours, Oceana Police received a call from WCERC regarding a public disturbance at […]
Greenbrier Audiology to host grand opening for new Robert C. Byrd location
CRAB ORCHARD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Greenbrier Audiology will be hosting a grand opening event for their fourth location, which can be found along Robert C. Byrd Drive. Scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 5, 2024, the grand opening event will feature an open house which runs from `12:00pm to 1:00pm, as well as a […]
Public’s help needed in Mercer County animal cruelty investigation
MERCER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The City of Bluefield asked for the public’s help regarding an animal cruelty investigation. According to a Facebook post from the Mercer County Animal Shelter, a puppy was abandoned at the top of Thorn Street in the Bluefield area of Mercer County for at least the third time in 2024. […]
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 […]
Broken to Beautiful, A Mother’s Retreat in Mercer County
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — One organization is looking to bring comfort to women who have lost a child. The Schuylar Barnes Foundation is holding, “Broken to Beautiful, A Mother’s Retreat” at Lake Mountain Manor in Princeton on October 3, 2024 through October 6, 2024. The event is intended to bring mothers together who have lost […]
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