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Sobriety Checkpoint Scheduled in Charmco
CHARMCO W.Va. (WVDN) – The West Virginia State Police will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint on U.S. Route 60 (Midland Trail W) in Charmco (Greenbrier County) at the intersection with WV Route 20 (Coalfield Trl) on Thursday, May 23, into May 24, The checkpoint will be in operation between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. The […] The post Sobriety Checkpoint Scheduled in Charmco appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Charleston: Watching politicians treat trans people as ‘subhuman’
Ryan Alexander, a trans man from White Sulphur Springs, said campaign rhetoric is dangerous Charleston: Watching politicians treat trans people as ‘subhuman’ appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Early voting numbers and voting day information
GREENBRIER COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – The early voting polls have closed and today is the official voting day for the 2024 Primary Elections. The Greenbrier County Clerk’s Office reported yesterday morning that around 10% of registered voters voted early in the primaries over the past few weeks. A total of 2,042 early votes were cast. […] The post Early voting numbers and voting day information appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Compliance Crisis: Covington’s Building Department under fire for nearly 3 years of negligence
COVINGTON, VA — Official city documents received through a recent Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request show the City of Covington is mired in controversy and legal risks from operating without a certified building official for almost 3 years since July 2021. The situation has deteriorated under the current appointee, Michael Mines, who despite training, […] The post Compliance Crisis: Covington’s Building Department under fire for nearly 3 years of negligence appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Greenbrier County Commission discusses broken license plate reader and the Meadow River Trail
GREENBRIER COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – The Commission discussed various agenda items, including approval of minutes, settlements of estates, budget revisions, line item transfers and a proclamation for Community Action Month. Approved were two budget revisions, two line item transfers and a motion for permit approvals from the Greenbrier County Health Department. Also, an inquiry by […] The post Greenbrier County Commission discusses broken license plate reader and the Meadow River Trail appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
West Virginia State Police urges compliance after multiple violent incidents this week
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — After Lincoln County Senior State Trooper Travis Hurley was stabbed multiple times and hospitalized by a suspect who ran from a traffic stop, State Police Superintendent Col. Jack Chambers said this just adds to a troubling trend within the past year. Even within the past week, a man was killed in Greenbrier County after troopers said he refused to drop a knife.
History Made: Lady Spartans Clinch First Ever State Softball Tournament
FAIRLEA- The temperature was unseasonably cool, the rain was falling, and the cowbells were ringing, but not even one of those factors deterred the Greenbrier East Lady Spartans on Tuesday night, May 14 at Spartan Yards. East overcame a 5-2 deficit in the fifth inning and scored five runs in the sixth to cap arguably […] The post History Made: Lady Spartans Clinch First Ever State Softball Tournament appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
I’m Home: Featured Shelter Pets find forever homes with the Pet of the Week Forecast
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Our StormTracker 59 Team has been featuring a shelter pet every weekday at 5am, 6am, and noon. We’ve partnered with the Greenbrier Humane Society and the Raleigh County Humane Society to bring viewers a pet in need of a loving home. From long term residents, misunderstood pets, and the cutest of […]
Council for the City of Covington sets agenda for May 14 meeting
AGENDA REGULAR MEETING May 14, 2024 Council for the City of Covington will hold a regular meeting on TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 333 W. Locust Street, Covington, Virginia. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE-Pastor Pete Moore PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA SPECIAL […] The post Council for the City of Covington sets agenda for May 14 meeting appeared first on The Virginian Review.
The Shadow: The annoying facts of civic mismanagement
Welcome back, Shadowers! Whoo-boy, the last time I saw this much denial of the brutal facts was when my mechanic Steven Wright told me, “I couldn’t repair your brakes, so I made your horn louder.” Last week the Shadow submitted several Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to address Covington’s apparent violations in their building, […] The post The Shadow: The annoying facts of civic mismanagement appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Covington Fire Department sees a busy April
COVINGTON, Va. (WSET) — The Covington Fire Department had a very busy month this April, responding to 36 incidents. In a Facebook post made Saturday, the department said they received multiple calls for brush fires and structure fires in the city and alongside its mutual aid departments in Alleghany County. The department said it was often receiving several calls at a time.
Local Bull Riders Perform Well in State Finals
BEVERLY- Some local kids competed in the 2023-24 West Virginia High School Rodeo Association state finals. Ethan Holliday, Alden Holliday, and Sawyer Judy have competed all year in the events, and they capped the season off with some hard work and high finishes this past weekend at the Daken Arena in Beverly, WV. Ethan Holliday, […] The post Local Bull Riders Perform Well in State Finals appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Recovery Court Participants assist City of Covington Public Works
The recovery court collaborates with the city of Covington In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month, Alleghany Highlands Community Services shined a spotlight on the valuable collaboration between Recovery Court participants and the City of Covington Public Works. Throughout April, individuals in the Recovery Court program actively raised awareness about alcohol-related issues while joining forces with […] The post Recovery Court Participants assist City of Covington Public Works appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Lady Spartans, Cavaliers, and Mavericks Repped on All-Coalfield Conf. Teams
Greenbrier East, Greenbrier West, and James Monroe were all well represented on the All-Coalfield Conference softball teams that were announced early Tuesday morning, May 14. The Lady Spartans and Lady Cavaliers had a total of six players that were honored, and James Monroe placed four on the list. The full teams (just Class AAA and […] The post Lady Spartans, Cavaliers, and Mavericks Repped on All-Coalfield Conf. Teams appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Collaboration between WVSOM and Marshall University will allow medical students to earn dual D.O./MPH degree
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (WVDN) — Students at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) will soon have the opportunity to earn a Master of Public Health degree (MPH) while completing their osteopathic medical education. WVSOM has entered into a partnership with Marshall University that will allow the medical school’s students to supplement their Doctor of Osteopathic […] The post Collaboration between WVSOM and Marshall University will allow medical students to earn dual D.O./MPH degree appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
City of Covington delinquent tax sale May 14 location in case of rain
The City of Covington wants to make citizens, businesses, and visitors aware that Theresa Harrison, Treasurer, would like to announce that there will be a delinquent Real Estate tax sale on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. on the steps of the Alleghany County Courthouse. In the case of rain, the sale will take […] The post City of Covington delinquent tax sale May 14 location in case of rain appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Lewisburg Native Abundance Hunt Fulfills Dream, Graduates from WVSOM
LEWISBURG- Growing up in Greenbrier County can make someone with aspirations of being a doctor want to stick close to home and attend the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM). Growing up on Lee Street, just a block away from the school? That is where the journey is eventually sure to start. For Lewisburg […] The post Lewisburg Native Abundance Hunt Fulfills Dream, Graduates from WVSOM appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Carnegie Hall Calendar of Events: Latter May-June 2024
Lewisburg, WV (WVDN) – FRIDAY, MAY 17: CLUB CARNEGIE – Join Carnegie Hall in the Board Room before the Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper performance from 6 to 6:45 p.m., Friday, May 17. Free admission. Cash bar and snacks available. FRIDAY, MAY 17: MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER – Mainstage Performance by 12-time Bluegrass Fiddler of the […] The post Carnegie Hall Calendar of Events: Latter May-June 2024 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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