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Twin girls die after overdose, mother arrested and charged
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A woman was arrested on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 in relation to the death of two twin toddlers. 30-year-old Olivia Moore, was arrested on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 for two counts of child neglect causing death. According to the criminal complaint, troopers responded to reports of unresponsive twin babies in Raleigh […]
Fayette County Humane Society announces Code Red status
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The Fayette County Humane Society announced Code Red status on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. According to a post on the Fayette County Humane Society’s Facebook Page, there are almost 100 dogs at the shelter as of Wednesday, June 12, 2024, and the shelter is only meant to hold 65 dogs. […]
WATCH: 59News Behind The Scenes @ Noon!
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Have you ever wanted and inside, behind the scenes look into your local news? Well, now you can! Both the 59News Morning and Evenings crews will go LIVE on your favorite social media platforms multiple times a week to give our viewers an look into what makes it possible for us […]
Jerry West passes away at 86
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Mountaineer legend Jerry West passed away on Wednesday morning, June 12, 2024, according to multiple reports. He was 86. The news was reported first by Bleacher Report and ESPN NBA Analyst Adrian Wojnarowski. Jerry West lived a profound basketball and American life — iconic as a player, executive and looming figure […]
Last week of spring starts feeling more like summer as heat and humidity build in
Wednesday high pressure positions itself over the two Virginias providing a sunshine filled day. Fair weather clouds float harmlessly by as temps soar into the upper 70s and low 80s. UV index of 10 causes some concern for sunburn risks. Without protections like shade or sunscreen, sunburns can occur in 15 minutes on exposed skin. […]
The Salvation Army in Beckley welcomes kids to summer camp
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Salvation Army in Beckley welcomed more than 60 kids to summer camp on Monday, June 10, 2024, the first class of campers at the Salvation Army’s new headquarters. The Boys and Girls Club was in full swing at the Robert C. Byrd Drive facility, which offers a gymnasium and classrooms. […]
Raleigh County Commissioner Greg Duckworth takes position of commission president, after sudden death of Dave Tolliver
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County Commissioner Greg Duckworth was appointed president of the commission, after a special meeting on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Commissioner Linda Epling nominated Duckworth for the president’s position after former President Dave Tolliver passed away unexpectedly on June 3, leaving behind a number of infrastructure projects Tolliver had launched. Duckworth […]
The Axehole owner says City of Beckley’s revitalization plan hurts downtown businesses
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Tony Martin said on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, that he and a business partner opened The Axehole, a venue which offers beer and wine and allows patrons to throw axes at wooden bullseyes, on Neville Street after seeing a similar business in another state in 2021. He said they invested around […]
West Virginia Department of Health Facilities announces hiring of staffing
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Department of Health Facilities (DHF) hired more than 80 new employees for its state-run facilities as well as new recruitment, and adapting to new initiatives. These changes were made in January and have resulted in new state hires, changed 40 contractors to state employees, and have decreased the […]
Bluefield and Beckley area McDonald’s looking to hire new employees
BLUEFIELD/BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — With summer soon approaching, local McDonald’s in the Bluefield and Beckley areas are looking to hire 115 new employees. These McDonald’s are providing on-the-job training, schedule flexibility, a fun work environment, and much more! Employees of McDonald’s also have access to discounts at any participating McDonald’s locations in the U.S. This […]
More than one million rechargeable lights recalled by Good Earth Lighting due to fire and burn hazards
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — More than one million rechargeable integrated lights were recalled for fire and burn hazards. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, Good Earth Lighting recalled more than 1.2 million rechargeable integrated lights as of June 6, 2024. The lights were recalled due to burn and fire hazards, as well […]
Notable NBA players who were born in West Virginia
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — The National Basketball Association (NBA) has been of the most storied and successful sports leagues over the last century. The success of such a league did not come without the proper amount of Mountain State representation. In fact, the NBA’s logo, which is arguably one of the most notable logos in […]
WV IJDC announces $40 million for sewer and water projects across the state
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council announced $40 million in funding for sewer and water projects around the state at a meeting on June 5, 2024. Below are the details of the projects these funds will go to. Hancock County Public Service District (PSD) The council approved a grant […]
Disaster Recovery Center to open in Fayette County
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — A Disaster Recovery Center is set to open in Fayetteville for people who were affected by severe weather at the beginning of April 2024. The Disaster Recovery Center will open at 8:00 A.M. on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at the Memorial Building at 200 West Maple Avenue in the Fayetteville area […]
Local firefighters are taking their skills to the NASCAR scene.
PRINCETON (WVNS) – Watching NASCAR is a hobby for many people but some local firefighters are preparing to make their way to the track to work on the NASCAR Fire Crew. The love of NASCAR hits close to home for many people in West Virginia. Instead of watching on television, a few local firefighters are […]
There may be some new attractions coming to Bluefield, WV
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – Big things are happening in the City of Bluefield, West Virginia. Things are starting to wrap up with the Bluefield demolition project. They are preparing to demolish one last building with the project starting back in February. Throughout the summer, traffic patterns throughout the city will be changed due to work. […]
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