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Weather 101: Storm Prediction Center Risk Categories
This week's Weather 101 segment focuses on the risk levels denoted by the Storm Prediction Center. These are important since they play a role in our forecasts through the summer months.
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Positively 59 Episode 14: Graduation Surprise
High School graduation is the day all seniors look forward to -- a chance to celebrate with all their friends and family. But for Woodrow Wilson Senior Gabrielle McMillan, that was not the case.
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Headlines
- Greenbrier County
Tickets now on sale for A Military Tribute at the Greenbrier
A change of season is in store for golf enthusiasts eager for West Virginia's annual PGA Tour FedEX Cup event. A Military Tribute at the Greenbrier will take place from Sept. 9-15, 2019. That places it at the beginning of the 2019-20 golf season.
- Raleigh County
Tim Epling making the shift from Miners to Ministries
Tim Epling has been the skipper for the West Virginia Miners dating back to 2010, but as the team prepares for the 2019 season, they'll take the field without Epling in the dugout for the first time in nine years. Tim has stepped aside to focus on something much more spiritual with his wife Diane.
- Mercer County
Officer-involved shooting ends with one in hospital
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) -- An officer-involved shooting in Princeton ended with the suspect in the hospital with gunshot wounds.
- McDowell County
Woman hit by train in McDowell County, troopers need help identifying victim
IAEGER, WV (WVNS) -- 5:15 p.m. - Investigators have released a partial photo of clothing which was worn by the woman who was hit by a train in the Iaeger area. Troopers are hoping someone will be able to identify the woman.
- Wyoming County
Wyoming County man accused of inappropriately touching 2 young girls
CLEAR FORK, WV (WVNS) -- A Wyoming County man is behind bars for inappropriately touching two young girls, according to court documents.
- McDowell County
Man arrested after trying to burn house down in McDowell County
A man is behind bars after trying to burn a house down in McDowell County.
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Mercer County Headlines
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Officer-involved shooting ends with one in hospital
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) -- An officer-involved shooting in Princeton ended with the suspect in the hospital with gunshot wounds.
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Two arrested for animal cruelty after suffering dog found lying in own feces
Two people are behind bars for animal cruelty charges.
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New opiod report features full case study on Mercer County
Mercer County; It's the heart of Appalachia...and according to a new study done by The National Association of Counties, t's a place that is slowly losing much of it's hometown feel and culture to addiction.
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First Baptist Church in Princeton honors first responders during Sunday service
Like many congregations, First Baptist Church in Princeton gave their thanks for the blessings in their life, especially those who protect and serve it.
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Road work to close parts of Route 460
West Virginia Department of Transportation officials announced lane closures of U.S. Route 460 ahead of a paving project in the area.
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Raleigh County Headlines
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Tim Epling making the shift from Miners to Ministries
Tim Epling has been the skipper for the West Virginia Miners dating back to 2010, but as the team prepares for the 2019 season, they'll take the field without Epling in the dugout for the first time in nine years. Tim has stepped aside to focus on something much more spiritual with his wife Diane.
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Feeding programs available for children this summer
For many children across the area, a summer away from school is something exciting, but for others, it can mean empty stomachs. That's where summer feeding programs come in.
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Body found in Rock Creek sparks investigation
State Troopers are investigating after a woman is found dead in her home in Rock Creek, Raleigh County.
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Business card project helps connect law enforcement with the public
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) -- Law enforcement officers in Raleigh County will now carry business cards to help the public leave anonymous tips.
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SPECIAL REPORT: Telepsychiatry could be saving grace for mental health in West Virginia
Mental health is at the center of a problem facing many parts of rural America. One psychiatrist in Beckley said his patients have to travel hours from McDowell County to receive treatment.
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