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Fayette County, West Virginia · Fayette CountyCHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) -- A first grade student at New River Primary in Fayette County was the $5,000 Grand Prize Winner of the 17th Annual 2024 SMART529 “When I Grow Up” essay contest.
Academy Sports & Outdoors hosted a giveaway to local kids in Raleigh County According to a press release from the West Virginia State Treasurer's Office, Emma Stover was recognized for this achievement during a special ceremony at the Culture Center in Cha…See the Story
Fayette County student wins $5,000 in essay writing contest
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Fayetteville, West Virginia · FayettevilleFAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) -- The Convention and Visitors Bureau's offices announced that they were acknowledged through an industry award for outstanding achievement in cooperative advertising on Thursday, September 12, 2024. The award, which demonstrates the CVB's efforts to promoting the New River Gorge area as a premier destination, was given by the WV Department of Tourism, one of the leading bodies of the tourism field. This dedication to qua…See the Story
Tourism agencies awarded for outstanding achievement
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Fayetteville, West Virginia · FayettevilleFAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayette County Commission has voted to issue an outdoor burn ban countywide. In an Emergency Meeting held virtually on Friday afternoon, the county commissioners present, Allison Taylor and John Brenemen, believed that a burn ban was necessary due to the dry conditions the area is experiencing. .ufa742cdf8716009933696caa5b1b4c69 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important;…See the Story
Fayette County Commission issues countywide outdoor burn ban
Oak Hill, West Virginia · Oak HillWOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Last year’s Steep Valley Fire, this year’s Beury Mountain Fire; how are these brush fires named? The incident commander, the person responsible for spearheading the effort to fully contain a specific fire, usually names the fire based on the location where it occurred. There are occasions where they are going in to attack the fire and something out of the ordinary happens. Our point of contact at the New River Gorge Nati…See the Story
How Are Brush Fire Names Assigned?
Oak Hill, West Virginia · Oak HillWOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): The latest Drought Monitor shows the second highest level drought classification has expanded along Route 19. The highest-level drought, the exceptional category, expanded very close to Nicholas County in today’s update as well. In order to come on par with average precipitation for 2024, Route 19 needs 6 to 7 inches of rain, the Greenbrier Valley needs 3 inches while our friends to the north in the Monongahela National F…See the Story
Historic West Virginia Drought Takes Another Turn For The Worst; Rain Outlook Bleak
Drought · Oak HillWOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Breezy wind, dry weather, the drought and warm temperatures will elevate the fire risk through the weekend. A brush fire near Shady Spring Elementary shut down Route 19 on Flat Top Road. Hurricane Francine’s moisture will stay south of most of our region. Bluefield to Tazewell County could see a few spits on Friday evening. Upper-level high pressure will ensure a dry pattern into early next week. There is limited upside …See the Story
Brush Fires Break Out Across Region; High Fire Danger Continues
Fayetteville, West Virginia · FayettevilleFAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY)- The Fayette County Rotary Club held a meet the candidates’ event. This was for locals to hear the candidate’s policies and make an informed decision come November. From local elections to statewide, all parties were there in the 20-candidate lineup. They each had a few minutes to speak on their stance and then were asked questions by the moderators. WOAY spoke to some of the candidates and all were grateful to be here to…See the Story
Meet the candidates event brought multiple parties and different races to Fayette County
Oak Hill, West Virginia · Oak HillOAK HILL, WV (WOAY) – The Fayette County Humane Society has been in a Code Red status for some time. So on September 19, The Frozen Barn is stepping up to help by donating a portion of its day’s proceeds to the FCHS. “It would help us out a great deal,” said event coordinator Joshua Dillon. “We need essentials, just everyday essentials like bleach, floor cleaner to be able to keep open and stay sanitized and help keep our dogs safe, as well as t…See the Story
