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Space Talk w/Bradley: February 2023 Night Sky Guide

(WVNS) — Stormtracker59 Meteorologist Bradley Wells is back with another look at the upcoming celestial events that will delight our region all month long. With the month of February upon us, those of us in the two Virginia’s will be treated to Orion standing tall, the Snow Moon, and a rare green comet! Remember to […] → Read More

Thanksgiving travel looks in great shape with sunshine and dry conditions

Very dry air has settled into the region with dewpoints reaching the single digits. This is causing concern with fire dangers given this time of year. Dry leaves and grasses are the perfect fuel for brush fires and wild fires to grow quickly. Hunters take note firing rounds in dry conditions, remember to extinguish cigarettes […] → Read More

Snow showers create morning hazards for drivers, clearing expected this afternoon

***Black Ice***With Tuesday rain and more sprinkles Wednesday, watch for black ice on roadways today. Temps are not expected to get above freezing in the mountains today and shaded roadways may be icy longer than usual. Thursday is yet another day for flurries for the northeastern mountains while others enjoy a mix of sun and […] → Read More

2022 Fall Foliage: StormTracker59’s forecast, expectations, and discussion

(WVNS) — There is something to be said about the fall season in Appalachia. Chilly mornings, apple picking, bonfire nights, and of course the majestic beauty of our fall colors. The big boost in tourism to our region and local farmers bringing their harvests to market, fall is a special time of year for our […] → Read More

Feeling more like summer Monday ahead of heavy rain Tuesday

Monday adds a bit more humidity with temps rising a few degrees higher from Sunday. The added humidity and heat along with an approaching cold front will spark off a few late afternoon to early evening showers. Most of us will remain dry throughout the day as we enjoy yet another late summer day. Highs […] → Read More

Space Talk w/ Bradley – Your August 2022 Night Sky Guide

(WVNS) — Stormtracker59 Meteorologist Bradley Wells is back with another look at the upcoming celestial events that will delight our region all month long. With the month of August upon us, those of us in the two Virginia’s will be treated to one of the most popular meteor showers of the year, a super moon, […] → Read More

Last enjoyable day before heat, humidity, and storms return

Thursday we’ll enjoy a nice day with sunshine to start and temps working back to the mid-80s. While we stay dry through the daylight hours clouds begin to build in for the nighttime hours with showers overnight into Friday. Friday will see a mix of sun and storms as our next front towards the west […] → Read More

Storm clean up aided by quiet Thursday weather of dry air and cooler temps

Thursday dries up nicely as high pressure takes control. Clouds in the morning give way to clearing skies for the afternoon. Northwest winds keep us cooler in the upper 70s and low 80s and lower humidity. The nice break in weather should give crews to repair power outages and downed trees left over from Wednesday […] → Read More

A nice start Wednesday but strong storms possible this evening

Wednesday humidity starts to build into the region making out mid to upper 80s day feel much hotter. Heat indexes will flirt with advisory thresholds the farther west you are. This mix of heat and humidity with a cold front will bring showers and storms. A few could become strong to severe. These storms will […] → Read More

Hot & humid again today with small chance of strong to severe storms

Wednesday is another day of heat and humidity with temps once again in the 90s. Mostly clear skies through the day will be interrupted with building clouds for the afternoon. Again, heat and humidity will fuel a few pop-up showers/storms. A marginal risk for severe weather is possible Wednesday afternoon as heat driven storms develop […] → Read More

Heat and humidity pose dangerous risk Tuesday as temps rise past 90 degrees

Tuesday, a lingering shower possible early but overall we clear up for the late morning into the afternoon. It’s another hot day as temps push the 90 degree mark. Humidity is climbing as well making the afternoon hazardous to some. “Feel like temps” will be in the mid to upper 90s near the 100 degree […] → Read More

Showers to start Thursday with sunshine returning for the afternoon

Thursday starts off with a few showers with clearing for the afternoon as high pressure pushes in for a short time. Temps move up a little into the mid 70s but humidity drops a few points allowing us to cool off into the low 50s for overnight lows. Friday we once again see more dry […] → Read More

Showers & storms return; severe storms & flood risk possible Tue.

Tuesday welcomes off and on again showers and even a rumble of thunder. No severe or high water threat as of yet but showers through the day will build the ground work for issues of that nature Wednesday into Thursday as a soggy pattern develops. Highs are in the upper 70s and low 80s. Severe […] → Read More

Broken comet may bring meteor storm to North America Monday night

(WVNS/WBOY) — Thinking back to 1930 Germany, one may not immediately think space exploration and considering the time and place, it’s understandable. But for two German astronomers at the Hamburg Observatory in Bergedorf, Germany the hunt for asteroids was on. On May 2nd, 1930, Friedrich Carl Arnold Schwassmann and Arno Arthur Wachmann discovered a new […] → Read More

Fayette County teens honored for their commitment to their community

FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — The Fayette County Teen Court program hosted a special dinner Monday, May 16, 2022, at The Gaines Estates. The Fayette County Teen Court program gives juvenile offenders of certain misdemeanor crimes an alternative to traditional court procedures. The entire court, aside from the judge, is made up of youth volunteers […] → Read More

Raleigh County Assessors office to close for computer upgrades

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Changes from Charleston are on the way to the Raleigh County Assessor’s Office that will affect operating hours. On Monday, April 25, 2022, all County Assessor’s Offices are closed. The Personal Property office in the Raleigh County Courthouse is closed on Friday, April 29, 2022. County Assessor Linda Sumner said the […] → Read More

Teal Ribbons hung in Beckley for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) –If you’ve been in uptown Beckley Tuesday, April 12, 2022, you may have noticed a few teal ribbons scattered around. AWAY, formally Women’s Resource Center, held a ribbon hanging ceremony with local law enforcement and the Raleigh County Prosecutors’ office. April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and teal is the color […] → Read More

RESCHEDULED: Fayette County Park Easter Egg Adventure

FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — Fayette County Park’s Easter Egg Adventure is moving dates due to inclement weather expected this weekend. The Easter Egg Hunt will now be held on Friday, April 15th from 11 am to 4 pm at the Fayette County Park. Park Assistant Angel Duncan said great care and thought went into […] → Read More

Gov. Jim Justice announced multi-million-dollar business expansion in Raleigh County

RALEIGH COUNTY, WV– (WVNS) A global packaging product manufacturer expanded their business in Raleigh County. Gov. Jim Justice announced Friday, April 1, Klöckner Pentaplast will invest in a multi-million-dollar expansion at their Beaver, WV plant. The Beaver plant was named K.P’s Plant of the Year for productivity out of 30 worldwide factories in 2021. In […] → Read More

Local business celebrates 125 years with month-long events and sales

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — One local family-owned business in our region celebrated a big milestone. Schewels Home turns 125 years old this month. Back in 1897, Elias Schewel, a Lithuanian immigrant, began work as a door-to-door salesman in Lynchburg, Virginia. Selling chairs on horseback, Schewel grew his business until he was able to open his […] → Read More