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High-A South Atlantic League Glance

Beckley, West Virginia · Beckley

High-A South Atlantic League Glance

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News of record for July 3

Beckley, West Virginia · Beckley

News of record for July 3

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The following is a list of incidents reported to police agencies on July 3; however, the call may have resulted in something other than what was originally reported.See the Story

American Legion Baseball: Ponczka Packs a Punch - Salisbury Post

Home Run · Beckley

American Legion Baseball: Ponczka Packs a Punch - Salisbury Post

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By Mike London Salisbury Post SALISBURY — Rowan County’s American Legion team hadn’t homered at Newman Park all summer, but fans had not forgotten what a home run looked like and sounded like. When Luke Ponczka, dubbed the “Big Bopper” by Rowan radio play-by-play man Ken Anderson, connected in the eighth inning late Tuesday night […]See the Story

Local motorcycle group prepares for annual ride to help the Ronald McDonald House

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BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) - The Punishers Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club Ridgerunners Chapter of Raleigh County is gearing up for its 9th annual motorcycle memorial ride on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This ride pays tribute to Lillian Faith Bennett who was born in 2016 with a genetic disorder known as Trisomy. Bennett survived only 5 months and 14 days, passing away on Christmas Day in 2016. Tamarack still bustling for Fourth of July Miguel Mercado…Ghent · Ghent Read Article

Veteran display honors those who served

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LESTER, WV (WVNS) - The Fourth of July can often bring to mind barbecues, fireworks, and relaxation. Vietnam Veteran, Buck Bowling and his family have made it their mission to make sure people remember that freedom isn't free. For the past several years on holidays like Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day, Buck has offered members of the community a chance to pull up a chair, grab a hot dog, and chat about how America came to be the…Ghent · Ghent Read Article

An old house full of history and enticing gardens

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EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second installment of an occasional series about historic homes in our city.Beckley, West Virginia · Beckley Read Article

Fright Nights WV is seeking Scare Actors

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DANIELS, WV (WVNS) - Calling all horror fans! Are you ready to be the main character in a horror movie? Well look no further than Fright Nights WV! Get your ‘scare on’ with WV Fright Nights ‘Final Cut’ They are hosting interviews and auditions on August 1st and August 4th! Ashley Davis the Creative Director, says there are new and exciting things in store this Halloween season. "We're very excited about all the new changes that are coming,…Ghent · Ghent Read Article

New route for Alderson 4th of July Parade with Memorial Bridge needing repairs

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ALDERSON, WV (WVNS) - The Alderson 4th of July Celebration is a celebration with lots of traditions behind it with it going strong for the past 64 years. Unfortunately, one of those traditions will not be happening this year. Alderson Memorial Bridge has been a staple in the town since 1914, connecting Greenbrier and Monroe counties. The 4th of July grand parade usually takes a route along the Memorial Bridge and onto the Monroe county side of t…Ghent · Ghent Read Article

'STARZ Performing Arts Academy' helps students shine bigger and brighter

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BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) - Gabrielle Massie has been a part of the dance world since she was two years old. Now as an adult, she spreads her love of the art to the younger generations around Mercer County and beyond. STARZ Performing Arts Academy is stepping into its 25th Anniversary Season. While summer is upon us, that doesn't mean these young dancers stop moving their feet! Massie said she used dance as a positive outlet, and wants to share that …Ghent · Ghent Read Article

Beckley entrepreneur turns wedding idea into growing business with help from WV Hive

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A creative idea for a wedding led Keatley Michael of Beckley to launch a thriving new business and earn second place in the Pitch Southern West Virginia Business Idea Competition, hosted by the WV Hive Network. Michael, a recent Business Management graduate from West Virginia University Institute of Technology, pitched her business, ParTee Rentals—a mobile mini golf course for events—in the fall competition. .u63bbdfa9d…Beckley, West Virginia · Beckley Read Article

Public Hearing Set After Proposed Water Rate Hike Sparks Outcry in Ammon and Iona

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