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Monroe County’s JarHead Farms Raises Funds by Successfully Pitching Its Need to Grow and Combat Food Deserts
Alderson, W.Va. (WVDN) – Natasha Zoe of Jarhead Farms in Monroe County is on to something special – she is managing a profitable farm and delivering fresh fruits to people who live in food deserts. Her business pitch is being heard and winning awards. In the past two months, Zoe has excelled in two pitch […] The post Monroe County’s JarHead Farms Raises Funds by Successfully Pitching Its Need to Grow and Combat Food Deserts appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Fayette County man facing drug charge after traffic stop
MEADOW BRIDGE, WV (WVNS) — A 36-year-old Fayette County man was arrested and now faces a felony drug charge after a routine traffic stop in the county. According to a press release, Fayette County Sheriff’s Deputies carried out a routine traffic stop on a car driven by Phillip R. Brandstetter, 36, of Danese, for a minor traffic offense. During the stop, the deputies obtained probable cause to search the car.
Food Giveaway scheduled in Bluefield for May 14
Bluefield, WV (WOAY)- Mercer County will host a free food giveaway on Tuesday, May 14th. The event will be at the west end of the Mitchell Stadium parking lot in Bluefield from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. while supplies last. Non-profit organization Connections to Connection and the Mountaineer Food Bank...
CAMC Greenbrier Valley Medical Center Celebrates 2024 Nurses Week
LEWISBURG W.Va. (WVDN) – CAMC celebrated Nurses’ Week with several events to recognize the nurses who care for our patients and the community. During the week, nurses were honored with special meals and activities. The theme for Nurses Week 2024 is “Nurses Make the Difference” to honor the varying roles of nurses and their positive […] The post CAMC Greenbrier Valley Medical Center Celebrates 2024 Nurses Week appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Monroe County residents jailed after alleged drug shipping operation is uncovered
Two Monroe County residents are behind bars after agents found illegal drugs in packages being shipped by UPS out of Marietta on Monday afternoon. The packages, containing Psilocybin mushrooms and cash, were traced back to the residence of Adam and Sunessa Tollie, of Lewisville. Police say it became apparent through...
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.
West Virginia State Fair Music Lineup for '24 Features Lil Jon and Travis Tritt among a Host of Others
The West Virginia State Fair has announced multiple performers for the annual event in Farleigh (Lewisburg) that is scheduled to take place this year August 8 through August 17. At the top of the list is Grammy winning rapper Lil Jon. He will perform Friday, August 9 at 9 p.m.
Local earns medical degree from WVSOM
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (WVDN) — Keirston Lee Sampson, D.O., graduated from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree on May 3, 2024. While at WVSOM, Dr. Sampson was a member of the Rural Health Initiative. Sampson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Concord University in Athens, […] The post Local earns medical degree from WVSOM appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
COVID 19 vaccine and booster clinics scheduled in Bluefield
Bluefield, WV (WOAY)- Mercer County has upcoming COVID-19 vaccine and booster shot clinics. The Mercer County Health Department will administer shots at the Open Heart Ministries cafe, 415 Federal Street in downtown Bluefield. The clinics will occur on Saturday, May 18, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and Saturday, May...
Spartan Girls Region 3 Championship Results, Team Finishes Third
CHARLESTON- The Greenbrier East Spartan girls track team headed to the University of Charleston competed in the Region 3 Championships at Laidley Field on Friday, May 10. The ladies from East put on a great showing and finished third on the day with a score of 108. They finished behind only Woodrow Wilson (195) and George […] The post Spartan Girls Region 3 Championship Results, Team Finishes Third appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Running for the Border: Why teachers are leaving the state
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — Over the past several years, West Virginia has seen a mass shortage of teachers. There are several reasons for this shortage from pay rates to budget cuts. Summers County Comprehensive High School boasts more than 700 students from grades 6 to 12. They currently have 45 members of their staff, but the […]
Mercer County mother sues City of Princeton after son dies in officer involved shooting
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — A Mercer County family has sued Princeton Police Department after an officer involved shooting in Mercer County. An amended complaint was filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia in Beckley last month. Barry Yearout died in April 2022 at Princeton Community Hospital after he was shot […]
Concord University to host 2024 North American Guild of Carillonneurs Annual Congress
ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Concord University was selected as the host for the 2024 North America Guild of Carillonneurs Annual Congress on June 5-8, 2024. The greater Mercer County community is invited to attend. The event is free of charge. Carillon players from all across North America will be in attendance, many on faculty at […]
Greenbrier County man killed in trooper involved shooting
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A Greenbrier County man is dead after an encounter with two West Virginia State Troopers. According to State Police Major Jim Mitchell, Corporal D.P. Dillon and Corporal J. C. Mann were dispatched to a call in Fairlea at just after 4 p.m. Monday in which a man was brandishing a deadly weapons. The troopers arrived to find the suspect, later identified as Justin Grant. armed with a deadly weapon. State Police would not say what kind of weapon.
Newport News police are looking for missing, endangered 60-year-old man
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — The Newport Police Department is looking for a missing, endangered man, police say. Wayne Jennings, 60, was last seen at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at a residence in the 200 block of Anne Drive. Police have considered Jennings endangered because he has a medical condition. Jennings...
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