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FEMA to test West Virginia, Pennsylvania response to potential nuke power plant incident
PITTSBURGH (WV News) — The Beaver Valley Power Station, a nuclear facility, is located northwest of Pittsburgh, about 130 miles north of Clarksburg. How would officials in Pennsylvania and West Virginia responde in the event of an emergency at the facility? Finding that out is the object of an exercise Tuesday to be conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
3-vehicle accident on I-79 near Lost Creek sends 3 people to hospital
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WDTV) - Three people were transported to the hospital after an accident on I-79 Tuesday morning. Authorities responded to a three-vehicle accident at approximately 10:45 a.m. near the Lost Creek exit in the northbound lanes of I-79. Three people were taken to the hospital by ambulance, 911 officials...
Second Citizens Sheriff's Academy in Harrison County Set to Begin August 5; Applications Being Accepted
Harrison County Sheriff Robert Matheny is pleased to announce the opening of the second Citizen Sheriff’s Academy. This academy will allow business, religious, civic, and community leaders an inside look at the operation of the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office. The academy will consist of eight weeks of instruction and information, beginning on August 5, 2024 and conclude with a graduation ceremony on September 30, 2024. There is no charge for the academy.
Harrison and Doddridge County United Way set to host Annual Cruisin’ for a Cause
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - This weekend the United Way of Harrison and Doddridge county is hosting their annual Cruisin’ for a Cause event. Hosted by RG’s Almost Heaven Harley Davidson, located in Bridgeport. The third annual gathering looks to raise funds for a total of 22 causes the local United Way’s are choosing to tackle. By taking a cruise throughout Harrison county. All of the proceeds for Saturday’s event stays locally, so this is a perfect way to kick off your summer while still managing to contribute to the local economy. The event will be in the style of a poker run; with a chance to come away with cash prizes. However, even if motorcycles aren’t your thing just hop in the car and join the route. United way officials like, Brad Riffee, believe since it’s summer there’s no better way to enjoy it than cruising for a great cause.
Burnsville Freedom Festival set for July 6
BURNSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Excitement is building for the 2024 Burnsville Freedom Festival. The Burnsville Freedom Festival will take place on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Burnsville Dam, located at 2550 South Main Street, Burnsville, WV 26335. The event is free to attend and includes a variety of activities and performances for all ages. The […]
WV’s biggest barbecue festival set to take place in Buckhannon this week
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WDTV) - West Virginia’s biggest barbecue festival will take place in Buckhannon later this week. The Almost Heaven BBQ Bash will kickoff at Jawbone Park Thursday and run through Saturday. The event will feature some of the top-rated teams in the country preparing chicken, ribs, pork and...
Heavily Traveled Clarksburg Bridge to See Two-Day Lane Closure as Result of Inspection by WVDOH
FROM THE WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, DISTRICT FOUR OFFICE. Motorists will experience a lane closure on the Fourth Street Bridge in Clarksburg from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., beginning Thursday, June 13, 2024, through Friday, June 14, 2024, for inspection of the bridge. Motorists are advised to plan and...
Bridgeport among Emergency Crews at Fire at Liberty High School that was Quickly Put Under Control
WDTV reported that emergency service crews responded to a small fire at Liberty High School Monday morning, June 10. According to Clarksburg Fire Chief Steve McIntire, a piece of equipment caught fire near the back of the building while crews were performing. maintenance at around 10:30 a.m. Some smoke did...
FOP State Conference Begins this Week in Bridgeport
Local Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Mountaineer Lodge #78 is the host lodge for the 51st Biennial State Conference. The Bridgeport Conference Center and Wingate Hotel will be the event venue. Delegates and Guests from across West Virginia will gather Sunday through Wednesday this coming week, June 9 through June...
Buckhannon Stockyards slowly building back after massive storm last month
BUCKHANNON W.Va (WDTV) -On May 11th, the Buckhannon Stockyards were hit by a storm, which caused the roof of the auction ring to collapse and damaged several other sections of the venue. As of June 5th, the journey to get operations back on their feet is still ongoing. “We now...
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