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Storms Leave Trail of Destruction Across Southern W.Va.
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Sunday storms produced widespread damage and thousands are without power. The storms that ripped across the region produce gusts of 44 mph in Beckley to 60 to 61 mph in Bluefield and Lewisburg. At least 90,000 folks are without power across West Virginia. It will take crews probably until the middle of the week to get the.
Crash in Big Walker Mountain Tunnel cleared in Bland County
UPDATE: 2:33 P.M. BLAND COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The earlier reported crash in the Big Walker Mountain Tunnel in Bland County is now cleared, according to VDOT. All lanes on I-77 North are open. — BLAND COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — Traffic is backed up for nearly two miles after a crash in the Big Walker […]
Gusty storm line knocks out power to almost 60,000; possible tornado in Salem
Sunday’s storms originated in Oklahoma and left a trail of damage all the way to Virginia. Additional storms are expected on Memorial Day. The post Gusty storm line knocks out power to almost 60,000; possible tornado in Salem appeared first on Cardinal News.
Meet 2024 WSLS scholarship recipient Narrows senior Brianna Moser
NARROWS, Va. – The second winner of our 2024 WSLS Scholarship hails from Narrows. If you’ve spent time in Giles County, you know these are tight-knit communities that take care of their own, they also produce talent young adults who live that philosophy. And in this particular case,...
8th annual Color the River 2024
PENCE SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) — If you are looking to beat the heat, you may be interested in the 8th annual Color the River Float. This event will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024 where you can register to float with family and friends down the river! Registration is from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 […]
Narrows Fire Department offers light of hope to residents after a day without power
GILES CO., Va. (WDBJ) - Sunday evening, storms hit Southwest Virginia in what seemed to be just a matter of seconds. “We were here at the station and all of a sudden, it just got black and started pouring down rain and thunder,” said Narrows Fire Chief Elwood Lambert.
Pulaski Speedway shooting victim dies from injuries
PULASKI, Va. (WDBJ) - The man who was shot and critically wounded in a shooting at a Pulaski gas station has died from his injuries, according to police. 40-year-old Howard Laron Lowe from Pulaski, formerly from Detroit, Michigan, died at a hospital Saturday, according to Pulaski Police Department. Pulaski police...
Beckley honors the fallen on Memorial Day
BECKLEY, WV (WOAY) – Kathy Farley was just 12 when her beloved brother Benny Halstead was killed in action in Vietnam in 1970. She says Memorial Day is important and we don’t honor it as we should. “This is a day to remember our soldiers that didn’t come...
Rhododendron Festival Car & Bike Show held in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Beckley’s Rhododendron Festival Car & Bike Show was held over the weekend. Participants, vendors, and community members gathered at the upper level of the Beckley Intermodal Gateway on Saturday to partake in the proceedings. Participants in the Rhododendron Festival Car & Bike Show began lining vehicles up at […]
Arch Resources to host job fair
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Arch Resources has announced an upcoming job fair event set to take place next month. Scheduled to be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center, the event will provide an excellent resource opportunity for those seeking employment. Beginning at 8:30am and running until 4:30pm, the Arch […]
Mercer County Schools announce Summer Food Service Program
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Mercer County Schools’ Child Nutrition Department is proud to sponsor the federally funded Summer Food Service Program. Children aged 18 and under are invited to join us for Breakfast and Lunch. Meals will be available at various sites, as listed in the attached schedule. Proper nutrition is essential for […]
Beckley Golden Corral provides 50% discount to those without power
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Southern West Virginia residents without power can eat at Golden Corral for a deep discount. The Golden Corral in Beckley is hoping to be of help to southern West Virginia residents who are stuck without power. They are providing any residents without power a 50% discount on their meals. All you […]
Night Under the Stars
MULLENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gather ‘round the campfire for an unforgettable “Night Under the Stars” with Southern West Virginia Performing Arts for their latest dinner theater production. Follow us as we discover the great outdoors…for some this is a place of peace and tranquility and for others it’s…well…a little messy. A “Night Under the Stars,” […]
Rhododendron Festival hosts Cars, Coffee, and Cruise in honor of Memorial Day
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Nobody could rain on the Rhododendron Festival’s parade as they concluded their month long of festivities on Memorial Day with Cars, Coffee, and Cruises. The festival finale featured a heavy Memorial Day theme. Mia Bailey kick started the festivities by singing the National Anthem and God Bless America. They also talked […]
Hope @ Home: Pulaski River Turtles game benefits prevention coalition
PULASKI, Va. (WDBJ) - The first ever Pulaski River Turtles preseason game is benefiting the Pulaski Community Partners Coalition to support the health of its neighbors. A Game for Hope is happening June 3 at Calfee Park with the River Turtles facing off against the Carolina Disco Turkeys. Here @...
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