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Improvements on the way Thursday after soggy morning; clear skies return tonight
Thursday morning we’re still fighting to kick Wednesday cold front out with scattered showers, some heavy at times remaining. As the day goes the intensity and frequency of showers and isolated thunderstorms fade. Some sunshine is expected to peek through late into the afternoon to keep temps in the upper 70s and low 80s. It […]
Trump’s support steady after New York conviction: Poll
Former President Trump’s support in the presidential election has remained steady in the immediate aftermath of his felony convictions in his New York trial, according to a new poll. A survey from Emerson College Polling released Thursday showed Trump’s support nationwide among registered voters stayed at 46 percent, the same percentage as the poll has […]
Beckley Pride Birthday Bash is back, providing a safe place during Pride Month
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Beckley Pride is back, just in time for Pride Month. June 8th will be its 5th Annual Birthday Bash, something President Christina Baisden said she couldn’t dream of 5 years ago. She said when the event first started, many people didn’t think the event would go beyond its first year. But […]
Manchin announces nearly $1 million in funding for improvements for Greenbrier County Economic Development and BridgeValley Community and Technical College
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WVNS) — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 $986,000 from the Small Business Association (SBA) to boost commercial manufacturing in Greenbrier County. The funds will also be used to start updates to the curriculum and hire additional faculty at BridgeValley Community and […]
Town of Fayetteville to host the 2024 Heritage Festival
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — The town of Fayetteville will be celebrating its annual Heritage Festival event. The Heritage Festival will be from July 4, 2024 to July 6, 2024 and will offer fun activities, such as kid’s games, live music, a carnival, food vendors, and much more! A beautiful fireworks display will conclude the last […]
Wyoming County woman sentenced for sex crimes against a minor
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A Wyoming County woman was sentenced to prison for sex crimes against a minor. On Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 33-year-old Brittany Kay Morgan, of Ravencliff, was sentenced to four years in prison for Display of Obscene Material to a Minor, one year in jail for Contributing to the Delinquency of […]
Student victim of alleged attack and consistent bullying
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – An elementary school student was allegedly attacked, his parents claiming he was the victim of countless instances of bullying. Dorie Miller Park in Lewisburg is usually a quiet and peaceful place for families to enjoy the nice weather. On Friday, May 31, 2024, the park was the location of an alleged attack of […]
Randolph County man sentenced to 75 to 300 years in prison for sex crimes against a minor
RANDOLPH COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A Randolph County man was sentenced to 75 to 300 years in prison for sexual assault and sexual abuse charges. On June 4, 2024, 69-year-old Clyde Henry Huffman, of Elkins, was sentenced to 75 to 300 years in prison for five felony counts of Sexual Assault in the First Degree […]
WVDOH releases a list of roads to be paved under $150 million supplemental budget appropriation
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — On May 30, 2024, Governor Jim Justice signed a bill that gave the West Virginia Division of Highways (DOH) $150 million in supplemental highway funding for paving projects across the Mountain State. Governor Justice asked the Legislature to authorize the extra funding during the special legislative session in May. The money […]
Sentencing for corrections officer who pleaded guilty in Quantez Burks’ death is postponed
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The sentencing of a former Southern Regional Jail corrections officer who pleaded guilty in federal court in November of 2023 to conspiracy charges in the death of Quantez Burks has been postponed from June 20, 2024 until August 10, 2024. Andrew Fleshman and co-conspirator Nicholas Wimmer each pleaded guilty to conspiracy […]
Guild of Carillonneurs rings out over Concord
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) — A guild of musicians, the 81st Guild of Carillonneurs in North America Congress (GCNA), is calling Concord University home for several days. The sound of bells rang out over Concord’s campus, clanging from the bell tower at the Marsh Administration Building on June 5, 2024. The instrument exuding this music is […]
West Virginia dedicates bridge to Sgt. James Spurrier Jr.
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia is dedicating a bridge to one decorated Army Veteran. Sergeant James Spurrier Junior was a decorated soldier in the army, earning 18 medals in World War 2 and the nickname “the one man army” by liberating two French towns by himself. On June 5, 2024 the West Virginia Division […]
Furever Fixed Clinic to offer low-cost spay and neuter services for Mercer County
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Mercer County is getting a new, low-cost Spay and Neuter Clinic. Furever Fixed Clinic will give Mercer County Animal Shelter more room to house more animals. However, the building they are working toward opening soon will not be their permanent home. Furever Fixed is opening a temporary building for spay and […]
Get beautified at New River CTC in Lewisburg
LEWISBURG (WVNS) – New River Community and Technical College announced a wide variety of beauty amenities for community members to enjoy. These services are available at the Greenbrier Valley Campus in Lewisburg. Trained cosmetology students are performing the treatments with supervision. These services help cosmetology students gain hands-on experience to prepare them for real work […]
Fallen tree causes road closure in McDowell County
KIMBALL, WV (WVNS) — A road closure was reported in the Kimball area of McDowell County on Route 52 around 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. According to McDowell County Dispatch, the weather caused a large tree to fall down off the mountain side, which knocked down several power lines in the area. The […]
Bears are on the move across the state
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — West Virginia’s black bear population is on the move as their mating season begins. Black bear mating season happens each year starting in late spring and it lasts until the early summer months. While bears might seem cute and approachable to some, it is important to keep in mind they can […]
Housing project gives natural disaster victims a new roof over their head
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) – Natural disasters can destroy homes and leave people in need. A special event took place in the Mountain State to try to help those who are disaster victims. The Home Depot Foundation partnered with the Appalachia Service Project to provide homes for those affected by natural disasters. 16 different […]
Man wanted by the Summers County Sheriff’s Office arrested
UPDATE: Thursday, June 6, 2024 @ 10:03 a.m. | According to the Summers County Sheriff’s Office, Hall was found and arrested without issue in the Walnut Street area of Hinton. SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The Summers County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man wanted for multiple felony charges in Virginia. According to the […]
BRCCC Leadership Class of 2023 plants community garden
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Beckley Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Leadership program graduates are giving back to the community with a garden. The group planted the garden Wednesday, June 5, 2024, on the grounds of the Raleigh County Solid Waste Authority. Kelly Gunnoe, a graduate, said 200 pumpkin seeds are now planted in […]
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