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BRADSHAW, WV

Bradshaw Mayor to resign Wednesday

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Ben Schwartz
In a phone call, Click cited concerns over the town’s sewage and ongoing conflicts with council members.

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One injured in Princeton stabbing

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Ben Schwartz
WVVA is working to confirm further details in the developing story.

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Camp Mariposa’s candle fundraiser to benefit children affected by substance use

Camp Mariposa’s candle fundraiser to benefit children affected by substance use

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Clayton McChesney
Substance Use Disorder is a big problem in West Virginia, with the Mountain State leading the nation in highest number of overdose deaths by capita according to the CDC.

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Tazewell’s former ‘Painted Peak Brewing Co.’ building sold to new restaurant

Tazewell’s former ‘Painted Peak Brewing Co.’ building sold to new restaurant

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Clayton McChesney
The former “Painted Peak Brewing Company” building on Tazewell’s Main Street has been purchased, with plans for a new restaurant replacing it already underway. 

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Peanut butter chocolate eggs at the prepared at the church

Bluefield church begins preparing peanut butter eggs to benefit non-profits

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Robert Castillo
This year the church is expecting to make around 2,000 of the sweet treats.

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One killed in Rt. 20 crash

One killed in Rt. 20 crash

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Charlie Boothe
A Rt. 20 collision near Pipestem has left one person dead.

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House fire claims Monroe County man

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Charlie Boothe
A house fire near Peterstown in Monroe County this morning claimed the life of a 77-year-old man.

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Isaac G. Brown

Man charged in Summers County store fire

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Charlie Boothe
A Summers County man has been charged in connection with a March 16 breaking and entering and arson case at a Dollar General store in Nimitz.

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Glenwood Park playground area being demolished after flooding

Glenwood Park playground area being demolished after flooding

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 7:23 PM EDT
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By Clayton McChesney
The playground area at the front of the Glenwood Park has been permanently closed, with the planned removal of everything built in this area. 

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Filing for candidacy begins for three Bluefield City Board positions

Filing for candidacy begins for three Bluefield City Board positions

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM EDT
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By Clayton McChesney
If you’ve ever wanted to help shape the future of the City of Bluefield, your chance is on the horizon, with this year’s upcoming election. 
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Man arrested in shooting incident at Matoaka residence

Man arrested in shooting incident at Matoaka residence

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 6:49 PM EDT
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By Jessica Nuzzo
Cody Allen Runyon is currently being held at Southern Regional Jail on a $100,000 cash only bond.

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The Paine Gallery at the Bluefield Arts Center is opening a new exhibit.

Paine Gallery showcases talent of BARC’s new executive director

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 6:48 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
The Paine Gallery at the Bluefield Arts Center is opening a new exhibit.

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Following the February flooding, SBA has locations in southern West Virginia to help locals...

SBA locations open and ready to help

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 6:41 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
Following the February flooding, SBA has locations in southern West Virginia to help locals apply for assistance.

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Gov. Patrick Morrisey and Attorney General JB McCuskey announced an investigation into the...

Gov. Morrisey calls for investigation after mountaineers left out of NCAA Tournament

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 4:39 PM EDT
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By Robert Castillo
WVU was left out of the tournament in favor of the University of North Carolina’s team, despite many experts believing WVU should have made it in.

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Beckley woman sentenced in drug trafficking case

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 4:31 PM EDT
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By Charlie Boothe
A Beckley woman has been sentenced to two years and 10 months in prison on drug charges.

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Furever Fixed director, Connie Gillespie holds a cat set to be spayed at the clinic.

Work begins to ramp back up at Mercer County’s low cost spay/neuter clinic

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 4:16 PM EDT
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By Robert Castillo
The clinic’s wait list had grown to over 500 but now we’re told it’s down to about 300.

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Lawsuit related to former Raleigh County Circuit Court Clerk dismissed

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 3:54 PM EDT
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By Charlie Boothe
A lawsuit related to the former Raleigh County Circuit Court Clerk and an alleged toxic work environment has been dismissed after issues raised by the plaintiffs have been addressed.

Birthdays

Birthdays: 3.17.25

Birthdays: 3.17.25

Updated: Mar. 17, 2025 at 7:56 AM EDT
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By Joshua Bolden
Birthdays: 3.17.25

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‘The show must go on’ says students in memory of a PikeView teacher

‘The show must go on’ says students in memory of a PikeView teacher

Updated: Mar. 16, 2025 at 10:52 PM EDT
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By Abby Lester
As the theater teacher and cheerleading coach for PikeView High School one of her last wishes was to see her students make it to Disney World, and she taught all of her students no matter what ‘The Show Must Go On.’

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Beckley’s Irish / Celtic Weekend brings back celebration of heritage

Beckley’s Irish / Celtic Weekend brings back celebration of heritage

Updated: Mar. 16, 2025 at 7:58 PM EDT
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By Clayton McChesney
Beckley first began holding their “Irish / Celtic Weekend” back in the nineties but picked it up again in recent years thanks to funding from the West Virginia Division of Culture and History. 

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A Southern W.Va. family hopes to spread awareness about profound autism ahead of Governor...

W.Va. family hopes new holiday proclamation brings awareness to profound autism

Updated: Mar. 16, 2025 at 7:45 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
A Southern W.Va. family hopes to spread awareness about profound autism ahead of Governor Morrisey’s proclamation recognizing Profound Autism Awareness Day.

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FEMA providing guidance to those rebuilding after flood damage

FEMA providing guidance to those rebuilding after flood damage

Updated: Mar. 16, 2025 at 7:45 PM EDT
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By Clayton McChesney
With the flooding last month leaving destruction across McDowell County, FEMA has opened a temporary location to advise people as they begin the journey back to normalcy.

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‘Green Day Hike’ brings St. Patrick’s Day tradition back to Pipestem Resort State Park

‘Green Day Hike’ brings St. Patrick’s Day tradition back to Pipestem Resort State Park

Updated: Mar. 15, 2025 at 8:52 PM EDT
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By Clayton McChesney
With St. Patrick’s Day coming up on Monday, people came out to the Pipestem Resort State Park to experience the green to be found in nature for themselves. 

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Mercer Co. Animal Shelter still over capacity after adoption event

Mercer Co. Animal Shelter still over capacity after adoption event

Updated: Mar. 15, 2025 at 8:43 PM EDT
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By Clayton McChesney
With springtime comes the addition of more puppies and kittens into Mercer County, many without a home to take care of them. 

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A local Bluefield business spent their Saturday celebrating St. Patrick’s day early.

‘St. Paddy’s Fest' brings small businesses to downtown Bluefield W.Va.

Updated: Mar. 15, 2025 at 7:43 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
A local Bluefield business spent their Saturday celebrating St. Patrick’s day early.

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FEMA is asking folks to stay alert for any possible scams.

FEMA warns W.Va. counties about potential scams

Updated: Mar. 15, 2025 at 7:41 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
FEMA is asking folks to stay alert for any possible scams.

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Students from middle and high schools in Mercer County performed at the All County Band Festival.

‘All County Band’ lets Mercer Co. students showcase their talents

Updated: Mar. 15, 2025 at 7:38 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
Students from middle and high schools in Mercer County performed at the All County Band Festival.

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Grocery store

Grant’s Supermarket announces the closure of its Tazewell location

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 7:39 PM EDT
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By Taylor Hankins
Grant’s Supermarket announced the closure of its Tazewell location today on social media.

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REACHH, a resource center in Hinton, has reached its 35th year serving the community through...

Summers Co. nonprofit celebrates 35th birthday

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 6:47 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
REACHH, a resource center in Hinton, has reached its 35th year serving the community through its multiple programs and services.

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The Behavioral Health Pavilion of the Virginias is celebrating 15 years.

The Pavilion marks 15th anniversary

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 6:42 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
The Behavioral Health Pavilion of the Virginias is celebrating 15 years.

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Police say a credit card skimmer found at a Madison Heights Walmart has led to multiple cases...

Police warn shoppers after skimmer scam hits EBT users

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 5:11 PM EDT
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By Leila Mitchell
Police warn shoppers to be extra cautious when swiping their cards.

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Welch, WV

Winter Floods in the Two Virginias: One month out

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 5:09 PM EDT
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By Taylor Hankins
One month ago our region experienced historic flooding, leading to broken infrastructure, loss of property and the loss of life.

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Rec. Center to offer day trips for seniors

Rec. Center to offer day trips for seniors

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 4:53 PM EDT
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By Mark Hughes
Bluefield Rec center is offering a program called Timeless Trekkers for day hiking trips for anyone over 50.

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Princeton Courthouse protest

Protestors gather against Trump Administration at Mercer County Courthouse

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 4:41 PM EDT
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By Robert Castillo
A protest calling out several policy decisions by President Trump and his administration

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Markus Guy is charged with two counts of first-degree murder.

Man accused of killing girlfriend’s mother, brother found guilty

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM EDT
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By WSAZ News Staff
The jury returned the verdict around 4 p.m. on Friday.

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Omnis facility in Bluefield, W.Va.

Omnis now aims for production to begin in October

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 4:06 PM EDT
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By Robert Castillo
A company based around producing affordable and sustainable housing is now planning on putting together their first order by October of this year.

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Two Virginias One Mission Telethon

Nearly $30K gathered for flood victims in the Two Virginias

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 3:57 PM EDT
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By Robert Castillo
Donations are still being accepted and all money goes towards helping flood victims.

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House passes bill that could lower quality standards for some waterways in WV

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM EDT
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By Taylor Hankins
HB 2233 was recently passed by the House of Delegates; it would promote the reclassification of certain waterways to allow companies to have more options to dispose of their waste.

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Richlands residents survey home damage from weekend flooding

Nearly one month out from flooding, Virginia waits for FEMA response

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 11:13 AM EDT
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By Taylor Hankins
The commonwealth is still waiting to hear whether or not FEMA relief will help communities devastated in Southwestern Virginia.

Birthdays

Birthdays: 3.14.25 - 3.16.25

Birthdays: 3.14.25 - 3.16.25

Updated: Mar. 14, 2025 at 7:45 AM EDT
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By Joshua Bolden
Birthdays: 3.14.25 - 3.16.25

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Health officials warn of possible measles exposure in W.Va.

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM EDT
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By Luke Hamilton
Officials say the site of the possible exposure site is in terminal A of the airport, happening on transportation to the main terminal and the baggage claim area between 4-9p.m.

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Democratic senators rallied at the capitol to discuss two bills that are stuck in senate...

Capitol Beat: Food dye ban advances, campaign finance reform fails

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM EDT
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By Ben Schwartz
Pending Senate approval, the food dye bill is expected to make it to Gov. Morrisey’s desk.

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The Pipestem Summers County Elementary School Museum is opening its doors to the public this...

Summers Co. school converted into museum

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 6:29 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
The Pipestem Summers County Elementary School Museum is opening its doors to the public this weekend.

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As of now, the Pipestem Resort State Park tram remains under construction.

Pipestem tram still under renovation

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 5:26 PM EDT
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By Megan Bailey
As of now, the Pipestem Resort State Park tram remains under construction.

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The National Center for Healthy Veterans has been expanding its reach, providing more homes...

National Center for Healthy Veterans expands to provide more homes and support for veterans

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM EDT
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By Leila Mitchell
Today, 12 new homes stand nearly finished, just weeks away from welcoming the veterans who will soon call them home.

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Laura Patterson is February's Teacher Feature winner

February’s Teacher Feature Winner: Laura Patterson

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 4:44 PM EDT
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By Robert Castillo
Patterson teaches special education at Tazewell Primary School.

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HUD Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator Joseph DeFelice speaks with FEMA leaders in Bradshaw.

HUD leaders get a closer look at McDowell County flood damage

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 4:35 PM EDT
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By Robert Castillo
Joseph DeFelice, the Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator for HUD visited Welch and Bradshaw among other areas to learn more about flood damage.

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Mercer County woman convicted on two counts of Incest

Mercer County woman convicted on two counts of Incest

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 4:16 PM EDT
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By Taylor Hankins
According to Mercer County Prosecuting Attorney Brian Cochran, a woman was convicted on two counts of incest after a two day jury trial.

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Vehicle fire, brush fire causes road closures

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 3:28 PM EDT
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By Taylor Hankins
Greenbrier County Homeland Security & Emergency Management reports that a vehicle fire with brush fire has “shut down” Pocahontas Trail and Knife Hollow Road.

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Geoffrey Anderson was arrested on animal cruelty and domestic battery charges.

Man arrested after choking woman, hitting dog that was defending her with shovel

Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 2:35 PM EDT
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By WDTV News Staff
A man was arrested after deputies said he choked a woman and then hit the dog that was defending her with a shovel, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
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