Southern WV, (WOAY)- It was a recording setting performance for Bella Holly on Thursday! She came into the matchup against Herbert Hoover one goal shy of tying the Oak Hill scoring record (106), she not only matched it…
Regional news — Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Updated 10:32 AM, Monday, November 2, 2026
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President Donald Trump has approved a major disaster declaration for West Virginia.
Tomorrow will be around five degrees warmer than today around the region, with highs in the lower 70s. It will be another nice day for any outdoor plans. A weak front will push through the region tomorrow, but you won't…
"Getting a flu vaccine is one of the simplest things you can do to protect yourself, your family, and your community from the flu," said Fayette County Health Dept. Director of Nursing Mindy Ewing, standing a short…
The new space is located right next to the Fayetteville post office and is already seeing more foot traffic. There is also more parking available.
The Fayette County Chamber of Commerce forecasts up to 120,000 Bridge Day visitors, and one of the area's newest hotels is already largely booked.
The well-established Lockbridge Pottery in Meadow Bridge is welcoming guests to see their newest wares and share in good company.
They are also preparing to replace damaged rails that were mangled when the cars derailed which should be complete by the end of the night.
Wyoming County Schools are continuing to sanitize facilities following an outbreak of a skin infection.
WASHINGTON — Nearly all of the U.S. senators elected this year will be in office when Congress debates how to restructure Social Security to prevent an automatic drop-off in retirement benefits in 2032.
Professional photographer Steve Rotch will provide participants with technical tips on how to take great wildlife photos. The event is open to both professional and amateur photographers. Workshop proceeds will help the…
The university is hosting its annual "Coffee with a Cop" event today from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Robert C. Byrd Learning Resource Center in Beckley. The event is part of a national effort to build positive…
GRIFFITHSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A Lincoln County woman is charged with neglect of an incapacitated adult after allegedly leaving her husband, who uses a wheelchair and could not verbally communicate, home alone…
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man was arrested after allegedly punching his son and holding a pocketknife to his throat during a confrontation captured on a witness’s cellphone, according to a criminal complaint…
STEPHENSON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Two people were allegedly captured on surveillance video attempting to enter a Wyoming County home before one climbed inside and searched the kitchen, according to a complaint filed with the…
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A man accused of holding his wife at knifepoint, strangling her and threatening to kill her was arrested after deputies found him concealed behind a bed at a Princeton-area home…
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County Walmart employee is facing a felony charge after police allege he stole more than $1,000 worth of merchandise from the store over a period of several weeks. Steven John…
Backpacks 4 Veterans will be collecting donations at the red barn throughout the festival. The organization is looking for items including toiletries, socks, gloves, beanies, hand warmers, flashlights, first-aid kits…
Conditions will be great for a few more days, but we are turning our attention to the tropics this week. Tropical Storm Isaias has formed, and its remnants may bring the next round of showers for our area. Here's the…
The festival will feature live music, Bigfoot calling contests, speakers, more than 100 vendors, food trucks, gem mining, bounce houses, and other family-friendly activities. Organizers say the festival is a chance to…
The route will start at Tazewell High School, then continue along Fincastle Turnpike through Tazewell and onto Main Street. The parade will then travel along Fairground Road, past the Tazewell County Fairgrounds, before…