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Drought conditions affecting big farms and small gardens alike
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va (WTRF) – As of Monday, all 55 counties in West Virginia are under an official drought emergency. Governor Jim Justice made the declaration Friday, saying the drought has placed farmers at risk of losing their crops. Backyard gardeners face the same risk on a smaller scale. The USDA office in McMechen has […]
West Virginia hires first Developmental Disability Coordinator
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has appointed Susan File as the first Statewide Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Coordinator. In this new position, File will be the primary point of contact for addressing service opportunities and barriers for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in West Virginia. Christina […]
Showers and storms possible this morning.
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A complex of thunderstorms will be moving across southern Ohio and into West Virginia this morning. Thunderstorms will be more likely around Jackson County and towards the south for the morning commute, but rain chances will still be around towards the north. Our potential for showers and storms today will wane through the morning, but a few showers will still be possible around noon. When we enter the afternoon and evening, we will be looking at drier weather with a decrease in cloud cover. Expect the evening commute to be overall quiet across the Mid-Ohio Valley. However, it is still going to be quite humid.
Bell at the McDowell County Courthouse to chime for the first time in around 20 years
WELCH, WV (WVNS) — After many years of silence, the bell at the McDowell County Courthouse will ring again at the beginning of August 2024. According to a post on the McDowell County Commission’s Facebook page, at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 1, 2024, the Courthouse bell will ring 12 times after around 20 years […]
The Republican National Convention on Inside West Virginia Politics
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the delegates backing Kamala Harris, talk about the Republican National Convention, explore the goals of the Constitution Party and talk about the Reagan presidency.
Recall alert: Jalapenos, green peppers, green beans sold at Aldi recalled
The Food and Drug Administration has announced the recall of jalapenos, green peppers and green beans sold at some Aldi stores. The FDA said the recall was initiated because the vegetables may be contaminated with listeria. The recall affects the following items:. Jalapeno, 8 oz. bag with UPC 4099100087680. Green...
FCI Beckley family group wants inmate reports investigated
BEAVER, WV (WVNS) — Family members of those incarcerated at FCI Beckley, a medium security federal correctional institution with a minimum-security satellite camp, said that they are concerned about facility conditions. An informal group of about 200 people have formed a support system, made up of those whose loved ones are serving time at the […]
Three arrested in Raleigh County after 10-year-old not fed, found living in deplorable conditions
PROSPERITY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Three people have been arrested in Raleigh County after a 10-year-old reported she was not being fed. The responding deputy stated the living conditions were some of the worst he had seen in his 10 years of law enforcement. According to a criminal complaint, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, a welfare […]
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