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Nicholas County man sentenced for a felony in Fayette County
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A man from the Mt. Nebo area of Nicholas County was sentenced for aiding an adult in confinement. 44-year-old Kenneth W. Sheets, of Mt. Nebo, was sentenced on May 7, 2024 to two to ten years in prison for the felony offense of Aiding an Adult in Confinement. On March […]
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 […]
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.
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.
Suspect in Nicholas County standoff found dead
SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — A man from Nicholas County is dead after a standoff situation in Summersville Tuesday afternoon. Deputies said they received a mental hygiene warrant on Jonathan Pritt Jr., but when they arrived at his him he allegedly fired several shots at them. The deputies said they...
Carnegie Hall hosts WV Music Hall of Fame “Career Day” for Greenbrier County high school students
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (WVDN) – The West Virginia Music Hall of Fame (WVMHoF) presented its Music Career Counseling Program in Carnegie Hall’s Hamilton Auditorium to Greenbrier County High School students on May 2. The pilot for this innovative program – a “career day” for the music business – was funded by a 2015 Challenge America grant. […] The post Carnegie Hall hosts WV Music Hall of Fame “Career Day” for Greenbrier County high school students appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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.
Fayette County man arrested on drug charges
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Danese man is facing felony charges in Fayette County. Sheriff Mike Fridley provides the following information regarding this incident. Just before noon, Sunday, May 12, 2024, while conducting routine patrols in Meadow Bridge, deputies performed a traffic stop on a vehicle for a minor traffic violation. During the stop, […]
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.
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.
Nicholas County school lockdown necessitated due to unspecified incident
ZELA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A school in the Nicholas County was alerted to begin lockdown procedures on Tuesday due to an unspecified incident. The Nicholas County Board of Education reports that, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, alerts of a situation in the Zela community necessitated the implementation of a school lockdown. Students at the school […]
Recycle Lady: Paint Cans, Microwaves and Photographs
Dear Recycle Lady, I have recently replaced my old microwave oven. Can my old one be recycled? A Recycler Dear Recycler, All devices that plug in and require the use of electricity, including microwave ovens, can and should be recycled. Discarded microwaves, as well as televisions, cell phones, and computers, are classified as electronic waste, […] The post Recycle Lady: Paint Cans, Microwaves and Photographs 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.
Carnegie Hall to announce 2024/2025 performance schedule prior to Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper concert May 17
Lewisburg, WV (WVDN) – Carnegie Hall’s 2023/2024 Mainstage Performance Series concludes Friday with 12-time Bluegrass Fiddle Player of the Year and Grammy Award winner Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper. Carnegie Hall will also announce its Mainstage, Classics, and Second Stage Series performance schedules for next season. For tickets or more information call 304.645.7917, visit www.carnegiehallwv.org, or […] The post Carnegie Hall to announce 2024/2025 performance schedule prior to Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper concert May 17 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Hamilton of Lewisburg WV Graduates from WV Wesleyan College
Lewisburg, WV (WVDN) – Kendra Stefani-Goeddert Hamilton of Lewisburg, W.V. graduated from WV Wesleyan College at the spring commencement ceremony held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Buckhannon, WV. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Political Science with a minor in History, graduating summa cum laude with a 4.0 GPA. While attending […] The post Hamilton of Lewisburg WV Graduates from WV Wesleyan College appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Isiah Brooks Named to Bridgewater College’s Spring 2024 Dean’s List
BRIDGEWATER, VA (WVDN) – Isiah Brooks of Maxwelton, W. Va., was named to the 2024 spring semester Dean’s List at Bridgewater College. Brooks is a(n) health and exercise science major at Bridgewater. Brooks was among approximately 560 students named to the Dean’s List, which was announced by Associate Provost Dr. Jamie J. Frueh. Students on the […] The post Isiah Brooks Named to Bridgewater College’s Spring 2024 Dean’s List appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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.
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