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Lockdown · McDowell CountyWELCH, WV (WVNS) - Some McDowell County Schools went on a soft lockdown on Monday, May 19, 2025. This was put into place at Welch Elementary School, Kimball Elementary School, Mount View High School, and the Career and Technical College, according to McDowell County Schools’ Facebook page.
Man faces charges in Wyoming County A soft lockdown allows these schools to resume normal activities inside their buildings while exterior doors were lo…See the Story
Some McDowell County Schools Put on Soft Lockdown in Response to Local Incident
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McDowell County, West Virginia · McDowell CountyMcDowell County, WV (WOAY)- A West Virginia hardware store owner is being honored by FEMA, not for what he sells, but for the space and support he gave after devastating floods hit McDowell County. At 93, Jimmy Hampton is still showing up for his neighbors in a big way. Danny Delanty has the story. The post FEMA honors beloved McDowell County business owner for his outstanding support amid February’s flood relief efforts first appeared on WO…Read Article
FEMA honors beloved McDowell County business owner for his outstanding support amid February's flood relief efforts
Welch · WelchWe saw some strong storms roll through the area this afternoon. The strongest storms were in the southern coalfields, and there were some reports of large hail and wind damage – especially in the Welch area. Most of those storms are gone now, but there are still some flooding concerns as the rain continues. But, unfortunately, another complex of storms is forming to the west over the mid-Mississippi Valley and by later tonight and early tomorrow…Read Article
