Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:51:26 GMT
Business is booming in one county and should continue through the entire summer season. Thanks to the Boy Scout Jamboree and the almost $50,000 new people expected to flock to Southern West Virginia. The
Business is booming in one county and should continue through the entire summer season.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:47:43 GMT
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Fayette County Sheriff deputies are looking into a home invasion that happened Wednesday morning. According to 911 dispatchers, it happened at a home on Gatewood Road in Oak Hill at approximately 1 a.m.
An intruder is still on the loose. Where could he be now?
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:30:31 GMT
West Virginia warmer weather means more activities outside. But it also means more black-legged critters looking to make a meal out of you. Ticks are eagerly waiting for you in the woods, bushes and tall
West Virginia warmer weather means more activities outside. But it also means more black-legged critters looking to make a meal out of you.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:19:22 GMT
With about a month to go until tens-of-thousands Boy Scouts and their families will be touching down in the mountain state for the National Jamboree, the National Park Service is busy training volunteers. 59News
With about a month to go until tens-of-thousands Boy Scouts and their families will be touching down in the mountain state for the National Jamboree, the National Park Service is busy training volunteers. 59News
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:01:57 GMT
A Mt. Hope man turned himself in following an investigation into reports of gunfire in the community.Jujuan Allen, 23, of Mount Hope is facing felony wanton endangerment charges. He is accused of driving
A Mt. Hope man turned himself in following an investigation into reports of gunfire in the community.Jujuan Allen, 23, of Mount Hope is facing felony wanton endangerment charges. He is accused of driving
They are the first on the scene when homes go up in smoke.
When others are running out, volunteer firefighters are running in, risking their lives to save others.
Today, they're asking for your support for a proposed fire levy in Raleigh County. It would amount to a mere couple dollars a week for the average homeowner, but would be huge in helping volunteer fire departments update aging equipment and ensure their long-term presence in communities.
"Stuff wears out. These guys are putting their life on the line using old, outdated, and antiquated equipment. They are putting their life on the line to save you. We have to give them the best possible chance to help you," said Capt. Kevin Price, Beckley's Fire Marshall.
Early voting began Wednesday for the fire levy and will continue until Election Day, May 8.
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