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Clay and Calhoun counties are represented by one of West Virginia’s most powerful lawmakers. They’re still struggling
John Bigger, of Chloe, said there’s one major attraction in Calhoun County – the park that draws stargazers from all over. But Bigger, who works on pipelines, has to leave the county to go to surrounding states for work. “We have one of the best stargazing places in the country because there’s no outside light […] Clay and Calhoun counties are represented by one of West Virginia’s most powerful lawmakers. They’re still struggling appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Not Your Typical Sports Bar
A beloved Summersville watering hole, Maloney’s Pub finds new life and reunites a West Virginia family. When Shawn Huffman debated taking over a local sports bar and grill in his hometown of Summersville, it wasn’t just an opportunity to save a beloved local hangout. It also helped reunite his family back in the Mountain State.
Baseball Recap: Clay County finds home field redemption against Braxton County
There's no place like home for Clay County, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Braxton County Eagles on Thursday as the Clay County Panthers made off with a 15-1 win. That's more bragging rights for Clay County, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Experience Appalachian artisan craftsmanship at 4th annual Mountain Made Makers Market
MT. NEBO, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Get ready to kick off June in style with the 4th annual Mountain Made Makers Market, where the finest handmade and homemade Appalachian crafts will take center stage. This annual event invites attendees to engage directly with talented Appalachian artists and craftsmen, explore their creations, and even take home some […]
The New River Alliance of Climbers Celebrates 10 Years of Stewardship with (Not) Work Week at Summersville Lake
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The New River Alliance of Climbers (NRAC) proudly announces the 10th annual (Not) Work Week, a week-long stewardship event dedicated to preserving climbing areas in the New River Gorge region. This milestone event will take place from May 11th to May 18th at Summersville Lake, marking a decade of commitment to […]
Baseball Game Recap: Midland Trail Comes Up Short
It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Midland Trail can now relate to. They lost 12-1 to the Greenbrier West Cavaliers on Monday. Midland Trail has not had much luck with Greenbrier West recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Baseball Recap: Coleton Hellems leads a balanced attack to beat Shady Spring
After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Independence, Nicholas County was happy to have turned things around on Saturday. They won by a run and slipped past the Shady Spring Tigers 8-7. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Nicholas County also won the last time the pair played back in April.
Forester to serve as interim president of WVU Medicine Summersville, Braxton facilities
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WV News) — The WVU Health System announced Friday that John Forester has been named interim president of WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center and Braxton County Memorial Hospital effective July 1. As part of his transition, Forester will work under David Hess, M.D., president and CEO...
Softball Recap: Nevaeh Hall leads Midland Trail to victory over James Monroe
Midland Trail won the last time they faced James Monroe, and things went their way on Thursday too. The Midland Trail Patriots came out on top against the James Monroe Mavericks by a score of 4-1. The win made it back-to-back victories for Midland Trail. Madison Rader spent all seven...
Ramsey Business Expo Celebrates 15 Years of Community and Commerce with Overwhelming Success
The Ramsey Business Expo marked its 15th successful year, drawing a crowd of more than 500 attendees to the Adrenaline Sports Center on April 27. In a local display of commerce and community, the event featured an impressive lineup of 60 vendors, providing ample opportunities for sampling products, snagging giveaways, and engaging with local businesses.
Webster County 2024 Primary Voter Guide
WEBSTER SPRINGS, W.Va. (WBOY) — Depending on their party affiliation, voters in Webster County will have several decisions to make in the 2024 Primary Election on Tuesday, May 14. Democratic Ballot: On the national ticket, President Joe Biden is running for the nomination against four largely-unknown candidates. Three candidates are vying for the nomination to […]
Baseball Recap: Charleston Catholic wins going away against Richwood
Charleston Catholic can now show off 15 landslide victories after their most recent contest on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Richwood Lumberjacks as the Charleston Catholic Irish made off with a 15-1 win. Winning may never get old, but Charleston Catholic sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
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