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VIDEO: Lootpress Hot Summer Giveaway winners announced
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Lootpress Hot Summer Giveaway raffle winners have officially been drawn. This raffle featured a PlayStation 5, Meta Quest 3, signed and an authenticated Connor MacGregor Signed UFC Glove. The winners are as follows: Playstation 5: Chris Miller Meta Quest 3: Ryan Tussey Connor MacGregor Signed UFC Glove: Chris Saunders Individuals […]
Letcher Central defends homefield against No. 9 Shelby Valley
LETCHER COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - The Letcher Central Cougars and the No. 9 Shelby Valley Wildcats met on the first Friday of high school football. The Cougars found the end zone twice in the first quarter to lead 13-0. At the end of the quarter, Cougar Koby Johnson made a falling grab in the red zone before sliding out of bounds, setting Letcher Central up to score at the top of the second quarter.
Wayland, Kentucky mayor discusses decision to opt out of medical marijuana program
A small town in eastern Kentucky will not participate in the state’s medical marijuana program. Wayland, in Floyd County, has a population of about 400. Mayor Jerry Fultz said he and the city commission spoke to the city attorney and police chief before voting unanimously to opt out on August 8.
Mullens Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Chili Night details announced
MULLENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Mullens Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Chili Night event next month. The community event is set to return to Mullens on Thursday, September 19, 2024, and will begin at 6:00pm. The Mullens City Parking lot in Downtown Mullens will serve as the venue for the annual event. […]
Taco Brothers bring the heat
By Terry L. Hapney, Jr. The Ironton Tribune A 10-month-old restaurant offers “An authentic taste of modern Mexican flavors in Ashland, Kentucky.” This mantra of Taco Brothers, located at 1018 Bellefonte Rd. in Flatwoods, sums up the commitment the restaurant embraces in providing “great food and a great atmosphere” to diners from northeast Kentucky, southern […] The post Taco Brothers bring the heat appeared first on The Tribune.
West Virginia Weather Alert: Hot Temperatures to Follow Cool Sunday Morning
Charleston, WV – West Virginians should brace for significant temperature changes on Sunday, with a cool morning giving way to scorching afternoon heat. The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a forecast predicting a cool start to the day, with morning lows ranging from 54°F to 62°F across the state. However, this will be short-lived, as temperatures are expected to soar to well above normal by the afternoon. Lowland areas, including Charleston, Huntington, and Parkersburg, could see afternoon highs reaching the low to mid-90s.
Coal Grove Dawson-Bryant high school takes the lead, but can’t maintain it in falling to Greenup County
Greenup County trailed at the end of the first quarter before rallying for a 37-14 win over Coal Grove Dawson-Bryant high school during this Kentucky football game on Aug. 23. Coal Grove Dawson-Bryant high school showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 6-0 advantage over Greenup County as the first quarter ended.
Fairland Opens Season Strong with Dominant Win Against Rival Portsmouth West
PROCTORVILLE, Ohio (WOUB)– The Fairland Dragons defeated the Portsmouth West Senators in a dominating 34-0 victory at home. Fairland would receive the ball first, and despite moving slowly at first, Quarterback Ethan Wall launched a 51-yard pass to Keegan Smith, who powered his way through a defender and reached over the endzone for the touchdown, giving the Dragons an early 7-0 lead.
Greenbrier employee health benefits extended for another week
The Greenbrier Council of Labor Unions announced in a news release Friday afternoon that health benefits will be extended to the Greenbrier’s employees through Aug. 31. Earlier this week Greenbrier employees received a letter from an attorney representing the Amalgamated National Health Fund, who wrote that The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation is four months delinquent in […]
‘Once in a generation’ drought raises water quality concerns
ST. ALBANS, WV (WOWK) – Experts are calling the drought impacting large areas of West Virginia, a ‘Once in a Generation’ drought, as a drought has not affected the region to this degree since 1999. The drought could cause issues with vegetation, livestock and even water. City of St. Albans residents have expressed concerns with […]
Time to jump for joy- the 45th annual Bridge Day is almost here
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS)– West Virginians and adrenaline-seekers alike are about to be jumping for joy soon with the return of Bridge Day! The 45th anniversary of Bridge Day was announced for Saturday, October 19th of 2024. The entire local community and tons of out-of-state visitors look forward to this event all year to witness […]
West Virginia working to address housing crisis in the state
GHENT, WV (WVNS)– It’s no secret that much like the rest of the country, West Virginia is facing a housing shortage, especially when it comes to affordable housing. The current landscape of the housing market in West Virginia is challenging for a few reasons. Megan Bailey, the president of the Kanawha Valley Board of Realtors, […]
Parting words from a kids’ health advocate: Stay skeptical, West Virginia
I’m an Alaskan now. It feels strange to write, but it’s true. I relocated to Fairbanks over the summer. Whenever you read this, I’m four hours behind you in Alaskan Standard Time, where it’s probably colder with longer nights and occasional northern lights. So, this is my last commentary. West Virginians have always had good […]
Hazard dominates home opener against Martin County
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - Hazard was ready to restore the Bulldog pride under new head coach Matt Chandler under the first Friday night lights of the 2024 season. The Bulldogs opened the season at home against Martin County. Both teams kept it close in the first half. Hazard led 27-20 at halftime.
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