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EXCLUSIVE: Tuesday Sunset Photos; Heat Wave Ahead
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): After a captivating sunset captured by our viewers Sunday evening, a dry stretch and warming trend is in store for midweek. Enjoy these photos from you, our wonderful viewers:. Expect temperatures to warm into the mid-80s by Thursday and then Friday. A cold front will push...
Clear Fork Rail Trail ribbon cutting set for next week
WHITEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Raleigh County Parks and Recreation has announced a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the first phase of the Clear Fork Rail Trail’s opening. Construction has been completed on the first 4.87 miles of the multi-use, non-motorized trail – the first of two phases which will result in the establishment of a 14.6-mile […]
Founder’s Day Boot Drive returns to give back to the community
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – 59News will be celebrating Founder’s Day this Friday, June 14, 2024, with our annual boot drive. Founder’s Day is a birthday celebration for our parent company, Nexstar, where different stations will be doing community service work in their areas. Our boot drive tradition began back in 2016 when Southern West Virginia […]
Dunkin’ Donuts and Teriyaki Madness coming to MacArthur
MACARTHUR, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two more businesses have been confirmed to be opening locations at the former MacArthur Skating Rink property. LOOTPRESS can confirm that a Dunkin’ Donuts and Teriyaki Madness will open in MacArthur alongside the new Mighty Shine Express Car Wash. The two businesses will be operated by Little General Stores. This will […]
New River CTC Announces Spring 2024 President’s and Dean’s List
BEAVER, WV (LOOTPRESS) – New River Community and Technical College students were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. President’s List students must carry a minimum of 12 semester hours and earn a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 for the semester, not including foundational courses. President Dr. Bonny […]
Seasonable Early Week, Then Major Late Week Pattern Flip
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): A pleasant early week will be replaced by a sprawling heat ridge that promises dangerous heat late this weekend. RAIN: A thunderstorm is possible late Friday afternoon, best chance north of I-64, Friday evening, otherwise, a dry pattern is expected. Water the garden early in the morning prior to 9 a.m. and/or after 6 p.m. to effectively conserve water the best!
Culicerto returns with strong understanding of North-South All-Star Classic, while Law starts to form one as newcomer
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — Vince Culicerto thinks back to 2018 when he was an assistant coach for the South Cardinals in the North-South Football All-Star Classic. “I didn’t have a clue what was going to happen and it kind of happened quick,” Culicerto recalls. “Real fast and you’re kind of thinking, ‘do we have a check for this if this pops out?’ You just have a week to get ready. It’s a couple practices a day, but still yet, you know how long it takes to get a team ready.”
Town of Narrows looks to bring in outdoor recreation business to boost business
NARROWS, Va. – Highlighting outdoor recreation in the New River Valley, the Town of Narrows is looking to capitalize on its unique location perfect for hiking, biking and getting out on the water. “Narrows is really situated ideally for outdoor recreation,” Terry Nicholson, town manager for Narrows said. “The...
ARH mourns the loss of Board of Trustees member Duanne Thompson
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Appalachian Regional Hospital has announced the passing of Board of Trustees member Duanne Thompson. Thompson’s time working with the ARH board began in 2012 when he served as a representative on the ARH Regional Advisory Council. He would be elected to the Board of Trustees for ARH just two years later. […]
Speed limit lowered on Highlawn Avenue in Oak Hill, new stop sign to be added
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Following complaints from residents, the Oak Hill City Council voted on Monday to lower the speed limit on Highlawn Avenue and add a stop sign. Councilman Chris Gill explained to fellow council members that he had received multiple complaints from residents of Highlawn Avenue regarding speeding drivers. The city street […]
Fayette County man faces felony charges after search reveals firearm, drugs and cash
FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A man is facing felony charges after an investigation in Fayette County revealed a firearm, nearly $4,000 in cash and illegal drugs, deputies said. Nicholas Plumb, 24, of Oak Hill, has been charged with two counts of intent to deliver a controlled substance and...
Mountain Lake Lodge to host first-ever ‘Dirty Dancing Days’ Summer Festival
PEMBROKE, Va. – Mountain Lake Lodge is set to host its first-ever “Dirty Dancing Days” Summer Festival on Friday, Aug. 16, and Saturday, Aug. 17. The event will be open to the public, and geared toward “Dirty Dancing” fans. The two “Dirty Dancing”-themed days, happening...
Dae Dream LLC opens in Beaver
BEAVER, WV (WVNS) — A new esthetician salon opened in one of the spaces above Kenzie’s Kakes and Coffee in Raleigh County! Dae Dream esthetician salon had its grand opening Tuesday afternoon in Beaver. The salon offers a variety of services from body waxing to facials. Owner and certified esthetician Daelyn Eleo said she is […]
Bluefield woman sentenced to prison for drug crime
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A woman was sentenced to five years in prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine. According to court documents, on August 16, 2023, Denise R. Allen, 29, of Bluefield and another person were arrested at a gun store in the Princeton area of Mercer County. After they were […]
Skyline Bluegrass Festival to once again fill Ronceverte with music
RONCEVERTE W.Va. (WVDN) – On a private farm overlooking the town of Ronceverte, and the scenic Greenbrier River from 1976-1985, masses gathered to hear incredible music lineups at the original Skyline Bluegrass Festival. The revitalization of this beloved event came to fruition in 2022 when the first New Skyline Bluegrass Festival on the River brought […] The post Skyline Bluegrass Festival to once again fill Ronceverte with music appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Weather Pattern Lining Up For Flash Drought Development
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): An upcoming heat wave and very little rain will work in tandem to rapidly dry the soil and lead to drought development in the Midwest and East. The well-advertised heat wave will get underway later this week. Under a developing high pressure, dry, very hot weather is going to dry out the topsoil very quickly. None of the East is in any sort of agricultural drought right now. We’ve had sufficient amount of rain, but that will change.
Dae Dream beauty studio to host ribbon-cutting event
BEAVER, WV (LOOTPRESS) – It has been announced that Dae Dream LLC will be hosting a grand opening and ribbon-cutting event on Tuesday with the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce. The new addition to the community will be located in the upstairs area of Kenzie’s Kakes located at 496 Ritter Drive in Beaver, WV. Among […]
Summers County Friends of the Library Hosts Charity Golf Tournament
HINTON, W.Va. (Hinton News) — Golf enthusiasts and supporters of literacy are teeing up for a day of swinging for a cause at the upcoming "Summers County Friends of the Library Golf Tournament." Scheduled to take place at the scenic WillowWood Country Club, this event promises a day of camaraderie, competition and community support. Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 30, when golfers of all levels will gather at WillowWood Country Club to participate in this charitable event. Tee-off time is set for 1 p.m. Teams will be selected between 12 and 12:30 p.m. on the day of the tournament, ensuring...
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