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Tyler Childers to Headline Inaugural “Whizzbangers Ball”
WhizzbangBAM! isn’t just an onomatopoeia. It happens to be the management and booking company behind Tyler Childers, along with a host of other important artist from the Kentucky, West Virginia, and greater Appalachian region. This also includes Arlo McKinley, John R. Miller, William Matheny, Joslyn & The Sweet Compression, Abby Hamilton, Jeremy Short, and Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle among others.
Fayette County man sentenced for multiple felonies including attempted Second-Degree Murder
SCARBRO, WV (WVNS) — A Mount Hope man was sentenced to prison for multiple felonies, including attempted Second-Degree Murder. 43-year-old Eddie D. “Gutter” Morgan, of Mount Hope, was sentenced on May 9, 2024 for multiple felony convictions that included: one to three years for the felony crime of attempted Second-Degree Murder; two to ten years […]
Montgomery: Hoping for an economic revival
Erika Martin sees signs of life in Montgomery, still reeling after the loss of WVU Tech in 2017. Montgomery: Hoping for an economic revival appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Starbucks announces closure of one West Virginia location
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Starbucks will close one of its locations in southern West Virginia next month. According to a message written on a chalkboard outside the Starbucks in the Charleston Town Center Mall, they will officially close on Sunday, June 2, 2024. The announcement comes weeks after two major restaurants within the mall abruptly […]
Racers flock to The New River Rush Adventure Race
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) – Thrill seekers and elite racers from West Virginia and around the nation gathered in Fayette County the weekend of May 17th through May 19th for The New River Rush Adventure Race. The New River Rush Adventure Race is a challenge spanning throughout the epic New River Gorge. The Rev3endurance 50 […]
Fraternal Order of Police holds annual Memorial Service in Fayette County
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — The Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P.) Lodge #118 held its annual Police Memorial Service. The service was on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. in front of the Fayette County Courthouse. 241 names of police officers were read aloud to keep their legacy alive. 59News Reporter Michael Hare traveled to […]
Fayette County levies pass overwhelmingly
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Multiple levies were on the ballot in Fayette County on Tuesday, with all passing overwhelmingly. Law enforcement, fire, and the library levies were all on the ballot. They were successful in all 40 of the county precincts. The following unofficial results from Tuesday night’s election may be viewed below. Results will […]
Fayette County candidates voice their opinions on the 2024 Primary Elections
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – It was a competitive race in Fayette County where several seats were up for grabs on the ballot. This included County Commission, Assessor, and even two spots open for the Board of Education. This also included the race for Sheriff. 59News had the chance to catch up with several candidates in […]
Jess McMullen wins Republican nomination for Fayette County Sheriff
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Jess McMullen has defeated opponent Chuck Miller for the Republican nomination for Fayette County Sheriff. McMullen has no Democratic opponent in November. McMullen will succeed current Fayette County Sheriff Mike Fridley who is prohibited from running again due to term limits after serving two consecutive terms. McMullen defeated Chuck Miller of […]
Walmart pharmacies nationwide providing free health screenings on May 18 for Walmart Wellness Day
Oak Hill, WV (WOAY)—This weekend, Walmart pharmacies nationwide will offer free health screenings as part of ‘Walmart Wellness Day.’. You can get free health screenings for glucose, cholesterol, BMI, and blood pressure. Select stores will also offer vision screenings. Immunizations for COVID-19, shingles, tetanus, and others will also...
Prep Softball: Rader pitches another gem as Midland Trail punches ticket to state tournament
Lindside – After a one-year absence Midland Trail is heading back to the state tournament. Freshman hurler Madison Rader was lights out for the second night in a row as the Patriots closed out the Class A Region 3 championship series with a 4-1 win over James Monroe Thursday in Lindside. The regional title is […]
1 injured after vehicle goes over I77 guardrail in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – One person has been taken to the hospital after a car went over the guardrail on the interstate. According to Kanawha County 911 dispatchers, the crash happened around 5:42 p.m. Monday when a vehicle was traveling on I-77 North near the 104-mile marker. Dispatchers said the vehicle went over the guardrail […]
Joshua Crist elected to Fayette County Board of Education
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayette County Board of Education will soon have a new member following Tuesday night’s election of Joshua Crist. Board of education races in West Virginia are nonpartisan and were decided in the Primary Election Tuesday. Along with Crist, current board member Cindy Whitlock won reelection. Myra Taylor, who was also […]
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