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Leadership Beckley seeks donations for Giving Circle Fund

Beckley, WV (WOAY) – Members of this year’s Leadership Beckley class are asking the community to donate to the program’s Giving Circle Fund. Leadership Beckley is the leadership development program of the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce. The program’s 2019-2020 class created the fund at the Beckley Area Foundation. The foundation manages the money, and Leadership Beckley classes advise how it is used.

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Tamarack Marketplace hosts Sports Media Day for Southern WV schools

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Things are heating up when it comes to the High School Winter Sports season. At Tamarack on Thursday, November 12, 2026, teams from all over the state gathered for the inaugural Winter Sports Media Day. This event was put on by the Southern Educational Services Cooperation. Teams from Raleigh, Fayette, Summers, […]

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Flip the script: One year after finishing runner-up, Shady Spring gets back at Herbert Hoover to win Class AAA

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Shady Spring was within one set and two points of winning the Class AAA state championship last year, but ultimately fell short against Herbert Hoover. The Tigers weren’t about to let history repeat itself. In a rematch with the No. 1 seed Huskies, No. 2...

Shady Spring, WV · 2d

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Five hobbies to try when boredom hits

GHENT, WV (WVNS) – When boredom strikes, sometimes expanding on hobbies and trying something new is just what a person needs. What options are out there for you to consider? Journaling can be a good way to clear your mind and get your thoughts down on paper. For those who already like to write, it […]

Ghent, WV · 4d

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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 · 5d

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Food pantries are prepping for Thanksgiving amidst inflation

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – For some some residents, shopping for Thanksgiving 2026 might not be that easy due to the rising cost of groceries. According to USDA.gov, food prices have risen three percent compared to Thanksgiving 2025. Helping Hands, a food pantry in Beckley, has not been immune to inflation. The organizers say they have […]

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How to drive safely when black ice is on the roads

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — With the wet roads and temperatures dropping quick this week, black ice could be a real possibility. So here are a few things you can do to stay safe on the roads. Hunter Tolliver, a firefighter with Beckley Fire Department, said there are several easy things you can do to keep […]

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Winterplace gearing up for 2026-2027 ski season

GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Winterplace has some exciting new things for you to enjoy once you are ready to hit the slopes! During the off season, the staff work to repair the lifts, update the buildings, and manicure the grounds. All to make sure each season is the best it can possibly be. Josh Faber, […]

Ghent, WV · 1d

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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 · 2d

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WSAZ+ | Wintry feel for the weekend

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet is tracking cold rain showers off and on throughout Friday on this First Alert Weather Day. If you’re traveling towards Beckley, some of those ridge lines could be dealing with some flakes trying to mix in. The best chance of seeing that will be Friday night into Saturday morning.

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West Virginia Symphony returns to Carnegie Hall for a festive holiday pops celebration

LEWISBURG, W.Va (WVDN) – Carnegie Hall invites audiences to celebrate the season with the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) on Friday, December 4, at 7 p.m., as the orchestra returns to the Hamilton Auditorium for an evening of holiday favorites, festive orchestral music, and seasonal cheer. Led by Music Director Maurice Cohn, the concert is […] The post West Virginia Symphony returns to Carnegie Hall for a festive holiday pops celebration appeared first on West Virginia Daily News .

Lewisburg, WV · 2d

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Final day of mobile food pantry for 2026

BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – Those in need should take note – the Mountaineer Food Bank Mobile Pantry is hosting its final mobile food giveaway for 2026. The pantry will be in the parking lot at Mitchell Stadium in Bluefield, Mercer County on November 18, 2026. They will be there from 10 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. […]

Bluefield, WV · 1d

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Wonderland of Trees brings Christmas cheer to Raleigh County

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The holidays are on the horizon and with them comes fun attractions to show off that festive spirit. One of those events is the annual Wonderland of Trees. The event sees businesses and offices from across West Virginia putting their tree decorating skills to the test each year. Some trees are […]

Raleigh County, WV · 3d

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Elementary school career fair shows students potential paths

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Some grade school students are getting glimpses of potential future careers. Andrew Heights Elementary School held a career fair for their students Friday morning. They got hands-on presentations from law enforcement, doctors, and even bakers who told the kids all about what they do for...

Kanawha County, WV · 1d

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Leadership Beckley class learns how to talk to the news

Raleigh County, WV (WOAY) – Leadership Beckley spent Thursday afternoon on a skill most community leaders end up needing sooner or later: talking to the news. Leadership Beckley runs through the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce, bringing together leaders from local businesses, nonprofits and organizations across the region to learn about local issues and to build the relationships and skills they need to advance their organizations and careers.

Beckley, WV · 2d

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The Shady Spring Tigers are Volleyball State Champions!

Kanawha County, WV (WOAY)- After falling just short in 2025, last years runner-up become this years champ!. Shady Spring (2) and Herbert Hoover (1) squared off on Thursday for the 2026 AAA West Virginia Volleyball State Championship. In 2025, the Tigers fell to Herbert Hoover in five sets in the...

Shady Spring, WV · 21h

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Power outage prompts early dismissal at Mullens Elementary and Middle School

MULLENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Students at Mullens Elementary and Middle School in Wyoming County will be dismissed early on Friday, November 13, 2026, due to a power outage. According to the Wyoming County Board of Education, the school will release students at 11 a.m. The school system also announced changes to bus transportation for the […]

Wyoming County, WV · 1d

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NY string quartet visits St. Francis students

Beckley, WV (WOAY): This afternoon, a New York string quartet paid a visit to students at St. Francis de Sales School in Beckley. Pizzi Strings presented segments of both classical and modern pieces in an interactive demonstration, teaching the kids about different types of string instruments as well as the different emotions that music can express.