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West Virginia Mine Wars Museum to host community archiving events
West Virginia Mine Wars Museum will be hosting community archiving events across southern West Virginia next month. The events aim to preserve coalfields' history through personal artifacts and stories, and are being supported by the National Coal Heritage Area Authority and the Berea College Appalachian Fund. Locations and times include:
First at 4 Forum: Jenny Santilli
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Jenny Santilli, Jubilee committe member, stopped by the First at 4 Thursday. She talked about the 100th anniversary of the Saint James Catholic Church!. You can watch the full interview above and watch First at 4 weekdays from 4 to 5 p.m. only on WDTV.
ONDCP Director Gupta wraps up third annual visit to West Virginia
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Dr. Rahul Gupta, a former West Virginia heath official and current federal drug czar, wrapped up a three-day visit to the state to talk with those on the front lines of the substance use disorder crisis. For the third year in a row, Gupta — the...
Justice declares state of emergency over drought in all WV counties
Prolonged shortages of rain have led to drought conditions throughout the entire state, Gov. Jim Justice said Friday. Justice declared a state of emergency in all 55 counties in an effort to help farmers, he said.
The Mountain State is resolute in reclaiming its future
Martinsburg, WV – Although West Virginia has borne the tragic distinction of the highest overdose rate per capita for nearly a decade, the Mountain State is resolute in reclaiming its future. Through the grassroots efforts of The Hope Dealer Project, West Virginia is making history by leading a statewide movement towards recovery and hope.
Despite rain, drought persists in WV, KY & OH
(WOWK) — The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor is out (Thursday, July 25), showing that the entire WOWK-TV viewing area is under abnormally dry or moderate or severe drought conditions. The previous week did see significant rainfall especially in the southern coalfield counties of Kentucky and West Virginia. The weather is expected to be dry once […]
Pact Act Claims Clinic held for NCWV vets in Clarksburg
CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WDTV) - The Huntington Veteran Benefits Administration and the VA Hospital hosted a PACT Act claims clinic in Clarksburg Thursday. A recent law change in March 2024 expanded the eligibility for the PACT Act, making even more veterans eligible around the world. Danny Henry, a coach from the...
United Way Fundraiser Proves a Hit as Event Raises More than $23,000 at Bridgeport Country Club
The United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties first-ever Birdie Bash Marathon Fundraiser event at the Bridgeport Country Club proved to be a hit. According to Brad Riffee, the executive director of the local United Way, more than $23,000 was raised in the unique event. The fundraiser took place Tuesday, July 23, beginning at 10 a.m. and lasting until 8 p.m.
The Bears Complete the Sweep of the Cutters in 4-3 Walk-Off Win
GRANVILLE, W.Va. – In another strong game for West Virginia, the Black Bears beat the Williamsport Crosscutters 4-3 to complete the three-game sweep on Thursday evening. What began as a quiet night for both teams ended in a walk-off for the Bears with T.J. Williams scoring the winning run. With the win, West Virginia moves to 4-3 in the second half of the MLB Draft League season.
Watch: WVU Women’s Basketball HC Mark Kellogg, Players Discuss Foreign Trip
WVU women’s basketball head coach Mark Kellogg and players JJ Quinerly, Jordan Harrison and Sydney Shaw discuss the historic 2023-2024 season, the upcoming foreign trip and look ahead to the new season while speaking with the media on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Find more video content on the WV...
DNR Announces the Reopening of Summersville Lake Wildlife Management Area Archery Trail and Range
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that the Summersville Lake Wildlife Management Area (WMA) archery trail and range has been updated and reopened for public use. Through a cooperative effort between the WVDNR, the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and the Summersville Chapter of the National...
Pelvic floor therapy at Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital brings new hope to Weston resident
WESTON — Wendra, a resident of Weston, has found new hope and freedom through pelvic floor therapy at Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital. For years, Wendra struggled with incontinence, a condition that left her feeling depressed and housebound. “Everything was getting out of hand. I was leaking all...
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