Monday, June 17 2013 10:29 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:29:38 GMT
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59 News has received reports of high waters and hail on Monday night in the viewing area. Viewers have even sent in pictures of ominous looking clouds over the area. StormTracker 59 Chief Meteorologist
59 News has received reports of high waters and hail on Monday night in the viewing area. Viewers have even sent in pictures of ominous looking clouds over the area. StormTracker 59 Chief Meteorologist
Monday, June 17 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:29:14 GMT
A man who lead the Town of Rainelle and was known as a character will be mourned. Former Mayor Eugene McKenzie passed away on Monday morning.McKenzie had suffered from cancer according to officials in
A man who lead the Town of Rainelle and was known as a character will be mourned. Former Mayor Eugene McKenzie passed away on Monday morning.McKenzie had suffered from cancer according to officials in
Monday, June 17 2013 5:02 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:02:12 GMT
The Raleigh County Board of Education met on Monday with the intent of dealing with a pair of teachers who were suspended after there were allegations of misconduct with students.The first involved a teacher
The Raleigh County Board of Education met on Monday with the intent of dealing with a pair of teachers who were suspended after there were allegations of misconduct with students.
Monday, June 17 2013 4:47 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:47:51 GMT
A Fayette County man is behind bars after Beckley Police say he admitted to raping a woman in a mental hospital. Michael Settle of Lochgelly was arrested and taken to Southern Regional Jail around 10 p.m.
A Fayette County man is behind bars after Beckley Police say he admitted to raping a woman in a mental hospital.
Monday, June 17 2013 12:34 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:34:50 GMT
BUCKHANNON, WV (AP) — Construction of a West Virginia Army National Guard readiness center in Buckhannon is expected to be completed in August 2014, about three months ahead of schedule.
BUCKHANNON, WV (AP) — Construction of a West Virginia Army National Guard readiness center in Buckhannon is expected to be completed in August 2014, about three months ahead of schedule.
Sunday, June 16 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-06-16 22:30:12 GMT
Mayor George Karos and Shepherd President Susanne Shipley signed an agreement Friday that allows city workers to get the discounts for classes that benefit the city.
Mayor George Karos and Shepherd President Susanne Shipley signed an agreement Friday that allows city workers to get the discounts for classes that benefit the city.
Saturday, June 15 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-06-15 22:00:12 GMT
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin said Friday that on the floods had washed away one lane of Route 119, damaged at least 100 homes and left behind an "astounding" amount of debris.
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin said Friday that on the floods had washed away one lane of Route 119, damaged at least 100 homes and left behind an "astounding" amount of debris.
Saturday, June 15 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-06-15 22:00:11 GMT
Schools, churches and individuals are asked to ring their bells 35 times beginning at 1:50 p.m. Thursday, June 20, to mark West Virginia's 150th year of statehood.
Schools, churches and individuals are asked to ring their bells 35 times beginning at 1:50 p.m. Thursday, June 20, to mark West Virginia's 150th year of statehood.
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. – The Blennerhassett Island Museum of Regional History has installed of a new exhibit : Behind Closed Doors – American Bathrooms Through the Ages.
The exhibit collection features artifacts dating back to the 18th century. This unique exhibit opened February 1 and the items will be on display until December 31, 2013.
As part of the exhibit's history, Dr. Ray Swick, West Virginia State Park historian, will present two lectures titled the "History of Bathrooms…From Ancient Times to the 21stCentury" while this collection of historic potties and privies is on display. Dates for the lectures are: Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 1 p.m. and Saturday, July 20, 2013, at 1 p.m. in the museum conference room. There is no charge to attend the lectures.
General admission to the museum is $4 for adults and $2 for children (ages 3-12) which includes a tour of the bathroom exhibit.
The Blennerhassett Museum is a year-round facility that features three floors of exhibits and covers pre-history to twentieth century relics. Tours are self-guided. The museum is open Tuesday – Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information about Blennerhassett Island, mansion, museum, events or lectures, phone 304-420-4800 or visit www.blennerhassettislandstatepark.com
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