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Historic Landmark in West Virginia is now an Airbnb
A historic landmark in West Virginia has been turned into an Airbnb. The Lucas Walter build in 1906 has been turned into Arabian Nights LLC. Danielle D Thomas, owner of the historic home, said it has been a “dream come true to be able to be part of this Hallmark community and to be able […]
West Virginia State Police and State Fire Marshal’s Office looking for leads after a high school dug out burnt down
Officials in West Virginia are looking for leads after a high school dug out burnt down. The West Virginia State Police and the West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office are needing the public’s help to identify the vehicle in the car below. Officials say that a person set fire to the Lincoln County High School […]
Mountaineer Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry distribution schedule
WEST VIRGINIA ( LOOTPRESS) – The Mountaineer Food Bank has released this week’s schedule for its Mobile Food Pantry. All distributions are scheduled to take place from 11:00am to 12:30 pm unless otherwise noted.: 4/30 – Mercer County: Parking Lot @ Mitchell Stadium 4/30 – Harrison County: Wallace First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 5/2 – […]
West Virginia files brief in support of 5 female middle school athletes banned from competition after protesting a transgender athlete
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Friday filed an amicus brief, supporting the middle school students who protested a recent appeals court ruling against West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act. Five students who forfeited a shot-put competition on April 18 in protest of the ruling have now been barred from competing in that event at their […]
WVDOH awards contract to renovate bridges on Interstate 79 near Burnsville
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A project to renovate three sets of bridges on Interstate 79 near the Burnsville exit is among nine construction projects awarded by the West Virginia Division of Highways on Thursday, April 25, 2024. The projects are from a bid letting conducted Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Contracts awarded from the April 9 […]
West Virginia Department of Health Monitoring for Transmission of Measles
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – – The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is closely monitoring for transmission of measles following the state’s first documented case since 2009. After confirming the first positive case on Monday, state health leaders have learned of 152 additional people who were potentially exposed, 128 West Virginia residents from 30 counties […]
WV Department of Economic Development and WV Office of Energy announce applications are open for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The West Virginia Department of Economic Development and West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) announce the release of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program for local governments and nonprofits to implement energy efficiency retrofits.“We’re thrilled to announce that registration is open for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant […]
Heat without humidity makes for a picture perfect summer preview kind of day
Monday morning is crisp and cool with many starting the day in the upper 50s and low 60s. Sunrises and temps begin to climb into the 70s by lunchtime. A few clouds dot the otherwise blue sky for a picturesque lunch hour. We don’t stop there either, high pressure and light southwest breezes keep temps […]
Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliot condemns neo-Nazi hate group’s propaganda in West Virginia
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliot recently took to Facebook to address the march that occurred in Charleston on Saturday, organized by the “hate group” Patriot Front. In his post, Elliot stated that he was saddened to see the streets of our state’s capital being...
Here are the questions we tried to get Chris Miller to answer
We reached out to GOP gubernatorial candidate Chris Miller’s campaign with questions from our staff and readers, but the campaign did not answer them. Here are the questions we tried to get Chris Miller to answer appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Two fallen West Virginia firefighters among 226 to be honored at National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
EMMITSBURG, Md. — The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) announced it will host the 43rd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend (Memorial Weekend) on May 4-5, 2024 in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Organizers say this year’s national tribute will honor 89 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2023 and 137 firefighters who died in previous years. […]
West Virginia’s beloved Babydog bounces back from double knee surgery with playful spirit
WEST VIRGINIA — West Virginia’s most famous K9 is back on all paws. In recent months, Babydog has had some knee problems. Governor Jim Justice’s beloved bulldog tore the ACL ligaments in both back legs. After that, she would still appear with the governor, but she was riding in a wagon. This week, when she […]
Summerlike weather moves into WV, OH and KY
(WOWK) – Warm weather has moved in for the weekend, and temperatures will continue to climb. StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict that highs for Sunday and Monday will soar 15 degrees above normal to the upper 80s! High temperatures are not expected to break temperature records either day, but still make sure to stay hydrated on […]
West Virginia high school AFROTC Cadet Tomey receives scholarship for flight training
LEWIS COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Cadet Lt. Col. Kaylee Tomey, an 11th grade Air Force Junior ROTC cadet at Lewis County High School has received a scholarship to attend Elizabeth City State University to participate in a private pilot license training program in the summer of 2024. According to Lewis County Schools, Cadet Tomey is […]
WV Governor donates millions to a local cemetery for restoration and dozens of people detained at OSU amid protests: Here’s a look back at the week’s top stories
(WTRF) – Students across the country have been making their voices loud and clear when it comes to their opinions surrounding the ongoing war between Israel and Gaza. Dozens of protesters demanding Ohio State divest from Israel detained Hundreds of students and other protesters were at a demonstration at Ohio State University wearing both Palestinian […]
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