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West Virginia Forecast: Intense Rain and Thunderstorms Expected
Charleston, WV – West Virginia is in for a wet start to the week as heavy rains and thunderstorms move into the area from Kentucky. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a warning for localized flooding and frequent lightning. Residents are urged to be cautious and avoid flooded areas.
Couple charged after troopers find crack pipe within reach of toddler while responding to Marion County accident
A Pennsylvania couple has been charged after troopers found a crack pipe within reach of an unrestrained juvenile while responding to a vehicle accident in Marion County.
Stumptown Ales in Fairmont to host unique event
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - A bar and brewery in Fairmont will be holding a unique, new event this week!. Stump Talks will take place at Stumptown Ales on Merchant Street in Fairmont Wednesday at 7 p.m. Organizers said this is the first Stump Talk event, and depending on the success,...
Novotney: Gov. Jim Justice Should Honor Deal to Demo Bellaire Bridge
It was a done deal, or so they thought in Benwood. As Benwood’s public works director David McLaughlin explained recently on River Talk radio, he and Police Chief Frank Longwell attended a meeting back in late winter 2023 during which a $3 million deal was struck with the Governor’s Office. The money was to come out of the Governor’s contingency fund, and finally, the people of Benwood would be rid of the nightmare that’s haunted them for decades.
Preserving West Virginia’s coal mining history
MOUNDSVILLE, W.V. (WTRF) — Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex held a lecture on preserving West Virginia’s coal mining history. The Abandoned Mine Lands department oversees public safety issues related to coal operations like high walls, open portals, and blow outs. Regional planning supervisor, Jeff Davis, spoke about his experience working with mining operations prior […]
Fairmont State University has plans for nearly $7 million in congressional directed spending
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Fairmont State University will receive $6.89 million in federally directed spending to go towards three improvement projects. The offices of U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito announced that the university will receive Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) funds to support upgrades to the nursing program facilities, library renovations, and campus security system improvements.
Pufferbelly's Ice Cream Station celebrates National Ice Cream Day with new flavors
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - July 21st is National Ice Cream Day, and on a hot sunny day here in North Central West Virginia, there’s no better way to cool off than with some ice cream. Pufferbelly’s is celebrating by showcasing some new flavors!. There’s Zanzibar Chocolate, a fan...
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