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It's not the Last Blast of Summer for Bluefield, but instead the start
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It's not the Last Blast of Summer for Bluefield, but instead the start

Years ago I would normally attend the Last Blast of Summer festival in Welch each August. As its name implied, the annual gathering was a chance to enjoy the waning days of summer in all of its splendid glory before…Read Article
Barbour County town awarded $1 million grant for water project
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Barbour County town awarded $1 million grant for water project

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WELCH, W.Va. (WBOY) — West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced three grants for "critical" water and sewer projects in the state, including in Barbour County. The Town of Junior received a $1 million Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council (IJDC) grant to replace water lines, valves, water meters, and fire hydrants throughout the town's water distribution system, Morrisey's office announced Thursday. The replacement will impact about 40…Read Article
Coalfields Expressway 50 percent complete in southern West Virginia
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Coalfields Expressway 50 percent complete in southern West Virginia

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welch — Construction on McDowell County’s first four-lane highway has reached the half-way point.Read Article

Severe storms in two movements today

We 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…Welch · WelchRead Article

Thomas “Tom” Lee Phillips

Thomas “Tom” Lee Phillips, age 74 of Pulaski, died Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Pulaski Health and Rehabilitation Center.  Tom was born on April 2, 1951 in Welch, West Virginia, and was the son of the late Phyllis Lee Hogan Phillips and Warren Preston Phillips.  Also preceded in death was […]Welch · WelchRead Article

McDowell County Sheriff's Office Offering Free Beginner Handgun Safety Course

WELCH, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office is inviting residents to participate in a free Beginner Handgun Safety Course on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Seating is limited to just 10 students, and registration will be on a first come, first served basis. The course is designed for individuals who are unfamiliar with firearms, particularly pistols, and will focus on the fundamentals of handgun safety and shooting. The t…Welch · WelchRead Article

McDowell officials fighting to keep Workforce W.Va. office open

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WELCH — McDowell County officials are worried about the future of the Workforce West Virginia office in Welch.Welch · WelchSee the Story

Suspect faces multiple charges following two vehicle collision that resulted in the deaths of a former police chief and his son

Welch, WV (WOAY)- Two people are dead, one is seriously injured, and another is facing charges following a fatal car accident in McDowell County.  According to court documents, the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office and West Virginia State Police responded to a two-vehicle accident on Route 16 near Squire on April 10.   A witness reported the accident to the authorities, stating that the collision occurred when a red truck attempted to pass the ot…Welch · WelchRead Article

Officials say more recovery efforts needed in Southern West Virginia following mid-February floods

WELCH, W.Va. — Two months after the floods that caused devastating damage across Southern West Virginia, officials there are still asking for help to recover. On February 15, the Southern Coalfields were inundated with record-breaking amounts of rainfall that led to disastrous floods, further resulting in multiple deaths, numerous rescues and significant infrastructure damage. Governor…Welch · WelchRead Article

McDowell County Commission urges stream restoration following devastating February flood

WELCH, WV (LOOTPRESS) – In response to the catastrophic flood that struck McDowell County in February, county officials are calling on state and federal agencies to take urgent action to restore local streams and rivers clogged with debris. The McDowell County Commission passed a resolution on April 9, 2025, emphasizing the widespread destruction caused by the flood — the worst in the county’s recorded history, even surpassing the infamous 1977 …Floods · WelchRead Article

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