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Water rescues performed during flooding in Bluewell
BLUEWELL, WV (WVNS) — The town of Bluewell in Mercer County experienced flash flooding Saturday night and several people needed to be evacuated. The Princeton Rescue Squad quickly mobilized it’s Water Rescue Team in order to ferry the stranded families out of their apartment complex. Around ten families had to be rescued from the swiftly […]
“Turn around, don’t drown” rings true for areas of southern West Virginia
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — The National Weather Service saying goes, “Turn around, don’t drown.” When flash flooding and high water occur it’s a very good saying to follow. With areas of Mercer County and Summers County experiencing high waters Saturday evening, the saying became a way to keep citizens safe in real time. Eric Six, […]
Food Lion Recognizes Long-term Associates for their Dedicated Service
Beckley W.Va. (WVDN) – Food Lion is proud to announce more than 350 associates are celebrating more than 30 years of service this year. Among them are two long-term associates from stores in the Bluefield/Beckley/Oak Hill, WV area. On April 18, associates were honored during an annual event where the retailer shares appreciation and gratitude […] The post Food Lion Recognizes Long-term Associates for their Dedicated Service appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
An amphitheater and a sports complex spotlight quality of life as an economic development goal
In localities including Lynchburg and Pulaski County, economic development efforts are focused on adding amenities, not just shell buildings. The post An amphitheater and a sports complex spotlight quality of life as an economic development goal appeared first on Cardinal News.
Flooding in Southern West Virginia affects Bluewell Volunteer Fire Department
BLUEWELL, WV (WVNS) – Flooding has impacted portions of southern West Virginia. This includes in the city of Bluewell in Mercer County. Radar estimated rainfall shows that over 3 inches of rainfall fell over a 3 hour timeframe, starting around 6:30 PM and ending around 9 PM. 59News received photos of high flood waters in […]
Several local businesses cleaning up after concentrated flooding in Bluewell
BLUEWELL, WV (WVNS) — After a night of heavy rains, local businesses in Bluewell, West Virginia began taking stock of the damage done to their shops. A few of the things you’ll notice heading into Bluewell are standing water on 52 and a bright orange High Water sign. From there it will be large puddles […]
Kicking off soggy weekend…again; flash flooding remains a concern
Friday begins drier with some sunshine but clouds are on the increase. By mid-morning scattered showers return from west to east. Temps aren’t hurt much with the mid 70s for afternoon highs. Showers and an isolated t-storm is likely for the late afternoon and early evening. Turning to Friday evening, heavy rain and thunderstorm downpours […]
Hot start to the week
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The pleasant and sunny weather we had from over the weekend will be sticking around today as high pressure sticks around. This will provide us with clear skies to start off our morning and sunny skies for our afternoon. A few areas of fog will be possible this morning, but the majority of the Mid-Ohio Valley will start off clear for the commute to work or school. With an easy-going day across the region, we will probably want to try to take advantage of the dry weather and try to get outside.
HospiceCare Named a 2024 Hospice Honors Recipient
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (Hinton News) – HospiceCare has been named a 2024 Hospice CAHPS Honors Award recipient by HEALTHCAREfirst, a leading provider of revenue cycle management services, CAHPS and bereavement surveys and advanced analytics for hospice organizations. This prestigious annual review recognizes agencies that continuously provide a positive patient experience and high-quality care as measured by the patient […] The post HospiceCare Named a 2024 Hospice Honors Recipient appeared first on The Hinton News.
Great American Petting Zoo Farm returns to Mountain State on June 15
Oak Hill, WV (WOAY)—The Great American Petting Zoo Farm is returning to the mountain state this summer. The farm features pigs, alpacas, goats, sheep, pigs, llamas, and several other animals for guests to meet and learn about. The petting zoo will be open daily from noon to 7:00 pm...
Temporary road closures in Summers County due to flood cleanup
SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — Parts of roads in Summers County will be closed for cleanup after flooding. According to a post on the Summers County WV 911 Center’s Facebook page, parts of Ballengee and James Street will be closed on Thursday, May 16, 2024. The roads will be temporarily closed while Hinton City Works […]
Summers County teachers leading improvement of mathematics teaching and learning as part of statewide network
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) – Mathematics teachers from Summers County Comprehensive High School have collaborated over the past year to improve mathematics teaching and learning as part of the statewide “Mountaineer Mathematics Master Teachers” (M3T) network. As part of the network, the teachers from Summers County work as a M3T “local improvement team,” focused on a shared problem faced across their mathematics classrooms, testing a shared solution, and working with other educators across the state to think about the impact and next steps. “It has been wonderful to bring in people from the county to be part of this work with...
Search for Pulaski man extends into second week
PULASKI, Va. (WDBJ) - 33-year-old Paul Michael Hanks was reported missing by his mother the morning of May 6th. Pulaski Police Chief Sam Shumate says investigators found Hanks’ car at the Food Lion in Pulaski. They checked the store’s surveillance video that shows Hanks walking toward the interstate, which is also near the New River Valley Trail.
Hometown Eats: Thai This Express
RADFORD, Va. (WDBJ) - One of the best things about Hometown Eats is getting to try something outside your comfort zone. For many people, that’s Thai food, because they worry about it being “spicy.” That didn’t stop a boy from Wythe County who was bitten by the love bug, which opened up his taste buds to a new world of flavor.
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