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Demolition Slated For Thurmond Area Of New River Gorge Despite Protests

Construction and building removal work is scheduled to begin in late November in the Prince, Thurmond and Brookside areas of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, despite resistance. The projects will receive approximately $36 million from the Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund, established under legislation signed into...

Prince, WV · 2d

WVNS

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Several schools could face consolidation in Wyoming County

PINEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – Several Wyoming County Schools could be shutting down by the end of the school year. At an early November board meeting, Wyoming County Schools board members voted 3-2 to consider consolidating Road Branch Elementary and Middle School, Herndon Consolidated Elementary and Middle School, and Glen Fork Elementary and Middle School. These […]

Wyoming County, WV · 1d

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Ice skating returns to Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine this month

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Ice skating will return to the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine later this month, with several dates scheduled throughout November and early December. According to the 2026 skating schedule, the attraction will open Friday, November 20, with skating opportunities available on select Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and weekdays through December 6. Friday and […]

Beckley, WV · 1d

Hinton News

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PSC Of WV – Appalachian Power Company And Wheeling Power Company Notice Of Filing And Evidentiary Hearing – 26-0726-E-PC

The post PSC Of WV – Appalachian Power Company And Wheeling Power Company Notice Of Filing And Evidentiary Hearing – 26-0726-E-PC appeared first on The Hinton News .

Hinton, WV · 2d

WVNS

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WVDEP and WV Dept. of Health seeking applicants for Water is Medicine

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection and the West Virginia Department of Health opened applications for the Water is Medicine funding opportunity following Governor Patrick Morrisey’s announcement in McDowell County on November 4, 2026. The program is aimed at expanding access to water testing and filtration as well as installation […]

West Virginia · 1d

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West Virginia Rural Health Association recognizes healthcare professionals, city officials as part of annual conference

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Mountain State healthcare professionals were recognized by the West Virginia Rural Health Association for their efforts to help patients in rural communities. Educators and students that have both graduated and are attending classes at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine were recognized along with professionals...

West Virginia · 21h

The West Virginia Daily News

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WVSOM Alumni Help Lead Beckley VAMC Primary Care Team to National Recognition

BECKLEY, W.Va. (WVDN) – West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) alumni are helping to transform primary care at the Beckley Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in Beckley, W.Va., and are earning national recognition. The Beckley VA primary care team received recognition from the Veterans Health Administration’s Office of Primary Care for its performance on […] The post WVSOM Alumni Help Lead Beckley VAMC Primary Care Team to National Recognition appeared first on West Virginia Daily News .

Beckley, WV · 1d

Lootpress

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Former BB&T bank building in Oak Hill officially sold for $325,000

OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The former BB&T bank building in downtown Oak Hill has officially been sold, ending the city’s ownership of the property following years of uncertainty surrounding its future. Oak Hill City Manager Anthony Treadway confirmed during Monday night’s City Council meeting that the sale of the building at 101 East Main […]

Oak Hill, WV · 3d

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Montcalm Football headed to playoffs for first time ever

MONTCALM, WV (WVNS) – For the first time in school history, the Montcalm High School Football team is headed to the state playoffs. The football team got a rock-star sendoff from their classmates, teachers and parents on Thursday, November 12, 2026, as they headed to Wheeling for their round one matchup. The Generals have already […]

Montcalm, WV · 17h

Country Herald

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West Virginia Residents Could Win $2,500 Watching Christmas Movies

Charleston-area holiday movie fans have until Dec. 6 to apply for the nationwide Chief of Cheer contest.

Charleston, WV · 3d

WVNS

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SZ+: Woodrow, Greenbrier East Soccer, Victory Baptist VB crowned champions

GHENT, WV (WVNS) – Woodrow Wilson Boys Soccer and Victory Baptist Academy Volleyball add to their illustrious trophy cases, while the Greenbrier East Lady Spartans Soccer team wins their 1st ever state championship. Flying Eagle stars Ali Farghaly, Vince Umberger, and Hagen Hall join SportsZone+ with their brand new hair-dos to reflect on winning their […]

Ghent, WV · 1d

WVNS

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Girl Scouts giving back for Christmas

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — We all know Girl Scouts for their delicious cookies. But they are also an organization dedicated to giving back to the community and educating young ladies on leadership, kindness, and compassion. That is why Black Diamond Girl Scout Troop 34101 spent an afternoon packing Christmas gifts for children they will never […]

Beckley, WV · 1d

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moe. & Lettuce Top Mountain Music Festival’s 2027 Lineup In West Virginia

Mountain Music Festival will return to ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill, West Virginia June 3 – 5, 2027. moe., Lettuce and Little Stranger headline the three-day event in the New River Gorge region. Eggy, Dumpstaphunk and lespecial are also aboard for Mountain Music Festival 2027. The lineup additionally...

Oak Hill, WV · 1d

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National Park Service held a prescribed burn

Fayette County, WV (WOAY) – Did you smell smoke today?. Well, even though fall is known to be fire season, the National Park Service held a prescribed burn around the Arrowhead Trail System Tuesday. The plan was to burn around 195 acres, and for good reason. WOAY explains why...

Fayette County, WV · 2d

WVNS

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Week 11 Player of the Week: PikeView RB Moose Hedrick

PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – The final week of the high school football regular season saw some great individual performances but only one could be our player of the week. PikeView Running Back Moose Hedrick ran for 246 yards and 3 touchdowns in the Panthers win over Midland Trail Friday night. He carried the ball 28 […]

Princeton, WV · 1d

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Grand Opening of The Moon Told Me To In Oak Hill Scheduled for Monday, November 16

OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Susanne Tolbert, owner of The Moon Told Me To is inviting the community to celebrate the grand opening of her new store, located at 118 Main Street, West, Oak Hill, W.Va., from 12 – 2 p.m. Monday, November 16. Tolbert’s store offers a range of unique clothing, jewelry, books, gifts, […]

Oak Hill, WV · 2d

WVNS

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RISE program aims to empower the elderly through endurance training

GHENT, WV (WVNS) – As people get older, they might not be able to do all the things they used to do. However, that doesn’t mean you need to slow down. That’s what one program, known as RISE, is trying to emphasize. RISE stands for Reduce risk, Improve confidence, Strengthen and Educate. This free program […]

Ghent, WV · 2d

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On Veterans Day, We Remember the Contributions of WV’s Tuskegee Airman George “Spanky” Roberts

George “Spanky” Roberts was the first Black military pilot from West Virginia and a member of the famous Tuskegee Airmen in World War II. Born in London, Kanawha County, he graduated from Dunbar High School and West Virginia State College (now University). Roberts earned his pilot’s license through...

West Virginia · 2d

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Oak Hill Middle School honors veterans at assembly

Oak Hill, WV (WOAY) – Students at Oak Hill Middle School spent Tuesday morning learning about the meaning of Veterans Day. The school held an assembly on the history of the holiday and the personal sacrifice that military service requires. Veterans in attendance were recognized for their service, including...

Oak Hill, WV · 2d

WVNS

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Mercer County Veterans Museum honors veterans for Veterans Day

PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — The Mercer County Veterans Museum in Princeton recognized Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2026. Director George Williams said while their normal staff were off for the holiday, members of the board of directors volunteered their time to make sure the museum could be open for Veterans Day. He said former […]

Princeton, WV · 1d

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