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Farewell lunch held for Mayor Rob Rappold
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – A going away luncheon was held on Friday, June 28th for Mayor Rob Rappold. This was held to celebrate his retirement and actions as the Mayor of Beckley. The lunch was hosted at the Black Knight Country Club. Melissa White, Daughter of Mayor Rappold, said her father deserves to be celebrated. […]
Concealed carry on campus at a local level
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – On Monday July 1, 2024 the Campus Self-Defense Act will go into effect. The Campus Self-Defense Act was passed by the West Virginia Legislature and Governor Jim Justice in 2023. This allows people to carry a concealed handgun on college campuses across West Virginia if they have a concealed carry permit. […]
Summers County ARH Hospital hosts lung cancer screening awareness event
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – You may qualify for a free visit to the hospital. Summers County ARH Hospital is hosting a low-dose C.T. lung cancer screening awareness event this Saturday. To qualify for this screening, you must be 50-77 years old, have a tobacco smoking history of at least 20 pack-years, currently smoke or have […]
Find your nearest food truck to celebrate National Food Truck Day
HINTON, WV (WVNS) – Friday, June 28, 2024 is National Food Truck Day. Food trucks are rising in popularity across the nation, not just in West Virginia. Food trucks have a great appeal in West Virginia, whether it be because of the unique taste of the food, the distinct smell, or the generally cheaper costs. […]
Bluefield West Virginia Police Department releases bench warrant list
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A new bench warrant list was released by the Bluefield West Virginia Police Department. The bench and arrest warrants were issued by the Bluefield City Municipal Court, but it is not the entire warrant list. The listed individuals could be wanted for reasons such as DUI, destruction of property, assault, prostitution, […]
Sun & clouds for your Friday is followed by sct. storms this weekend
Friday starts with a decent morning with temps in the upper 50s, low 60s. A building southeast breeze will only assist with temps getting into the low to middle 80s by Friday afternoon. While the morning will be dry, the prime heating of the afternoon will ignite the chance for a rogue stray shower, but […]
100th Anniversary of the Wedding of the Bluefields coming up
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — July 12, 2024 marks one hundred years that Graham, Virginia officially became Bluefield, Virginia. Bluefield, Virginia and Bluefield, West Virginia are working together to make the anniversary the best it can be. Events kick off on July 6, 2024 at Bluefield City Park with a 5K Race, Cruise In Car Show, […]
WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital and Bluefield State University hosts WV Junior Nursing Academy for incoming highschoolers
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Nursing is a career path that requires extensive education and dedication. WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital and Bluefield State University came together to provide a glimpse into this field to middle schoolers in their Junior Nursing Academy. Aimed at middle schoolers making the transition into high school, the West Virginia Junior […]
Well-child checkups are vital for keeping up to date with your kid’s health
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Have you been keeping up with your kid’s well-child checkups? Well-child checkups may seem like a big time commitment. A child’s first checkup normally takes place just days after birth with monthly and bimonthly appointments taking place throughout out the first year of their life. Dr. Neil Copeland, a pediatrician with […]
WV Hive hosts Network & Resource Fair at Historic Black Knight Country Club
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The public was invited to network with several local and federal businesses, courtesy of the West Virginia Hive Network. This free event was held at the Historic Black Knight Country Club from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thursday, June 27, 2024. Universities and community colleges set up shop to offer […]
How fireworks effect those with PTSD
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – The 4th of July is almost here. That means many people are already planning their celebrations. For most of those festivities, fireworks will be involved, but what many may not account for is how this type of celebration affects those with PTSD. Independence Day is a time to celebrate the founding of […]
Why is esports so popular in southern WV?
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) – Southern West Virginia is home to many sports which promote a competitive spirit. In recent years, one sport has been increasing in popularity and competition. Instead of throwing or catching a ball, esports takes the idea of competition to a whole new level. According to DLT Solutions, “over 270 universities have […]
How does the Purdue Pharma settlement effect local communities?
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – With the Supreme Court blocking the Purdue Pharma settlement, how does this effect not only the nation, but local communities? With many leaders in the Appalachian region disappointed in the outcome, 59News traveled to Princeton to find out the effect of this on a local scale. Mercer County Commission President, Bill […]
Summers County man charged with shooting and growing marijuana plants
TALCOTT, WV (WVNS) — A Summers County man was arrested after a shooting and a discovery of marijuana plants inside his home. According to a criminal complaint, on June 26, 2024 at 6:00 A.M., officers responded to a call at 629 Barger Springs Road in regards to a person shooting a gun. While on the […]
Traveling for July 4th? WV Parkways Authority says to prepare for busy commutes
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Parkways Authority is reminding travelers to be aware of heightened traffic throughout the July 4th holiday. Around 1.385 million vehicle transactions are projected to burn rubber on the West Virginia Turnpike during the period from June 27, 2024 to July 7, 2024. The weekend before and after Fourth […]
Debate highlights: Dems in full panic mode after Biden’s stumbling performance
President Biden and Donald Trump tangled over the economy, COVID-19 and abortion in the first 20 minutes of Thursday night’s debate, and then it got personal, with insults over who is the worst president and who is a criminal. And then, their golf games. When it was done, political experts expressed grave concerns over Biden’s […]
Progress continues on West Virginia’s first stargazing cabins
BRUCETON MILLS, WV (WVNS) — Progress continues to be made on the first stargazing cabins in the Mountain State. The stargazing cabins will be located at Coopers Rock State Forest and are estimated to open in fall 2024. Reservations for the cabins will begin to be accepted on August 1, 2024. Governor Justice visited Coopers […]
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