Katie Forcade
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Local COVID-19 testing sites see rise in number of people getting tested
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — It has been more than eight months since the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted our daily lives. At one point, there were many restrictions on who could get tested. Now, that is not the case in many areas. Jeff Graham, CEO of Beckley Health Right, said they are noticing an increase in people […] → Read More
Harper Mills union employees hold vigil to voice concerns about contract negotiations
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Members with Service Employees International Union 1199 at the Harper Mills long-term care facility gathered on Thursday, November 19, 2020 for a vigil. They are concerned about contract negotiations. Harper Mills is owned by Stonerise Healthcare. Administrative Organizer with SEIU, Zac Gibbs, said Stonerise is looking to erode the bargaining unit […] → Read More
WVU Tech students will work remotely for remainder of semester
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Thanksgiving break is a week many students look forward to. It is usually the last break students get before finals week. Typically, students head home to be with their families then come back to college to wrap up the semester, but this year, WVU Tech Campus President, Carolyn Long, said students […] → Read More
Concord University administrators discuss return plans for spring semester
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) — Students attending Concord University gear up for Thanksgiving break and working remotely. Dean of Students and Vice President of Student Affairs, Sarah Beasley, said these students are clear to leave on Friday, Nov. 20, 2020 to work remotely the remainder of the semester. Beasley said students returning in January for the […] → Read More
Gov. Justice announces nearly $1 million in Justice Assistance Grant funds
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — Gov. Jim Justice announced the awarding of $999,995 in Justice Assistance Grants (JAG) program funds to 40 projects statewide. The funds will be used to help state agencies, local government units, and private non-profit agencies in carrying out specific programs offering a high probability of improving the functioning of the criminal […] → Read More
Local business owner reacts to stricter mask mandate
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Governor Justice announced a new requirement businesses must follow when it comes to face coverings. All businesses are required to post signage requiring customers to wear face coverings at all times. People need to be wearing these face coverings at all times when indoor, unless they are eating or drinking. Carolyn […] → Read More
Raleigh County school administrators prepare for any scenario
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County school administrators want to be prepared in case schools shut down again. Superintendent David Price told 59News schools are not scheduled to shut down right now, but he said everyone is preparing in the event they need to close at any point this school year. “We definitely don’t want […] → Read More
Ice Skating rink returns to Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Although coal town Christmas will not happen this year, the ice skating rink at Beckley’s Exhibition Coal Mine will be making a return. The ice skating rink will be 500 square feet bigger than last year to help keep people spread apart. There will be limitations on how many people can […] → Read More
Princeton donut shop honors veterans
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — A local donut shop wanted to say thank you to veterans. Veterans could stop by Totally Glazed on Mercer Street in Princeton for a free donut on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020. They can also get a 10 percent discount on a multiple donut order or a lunch order. Owner Bob Jones […] → Read More
Bluefield College Football Player receives Armed Forces Merit Award
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — Collin O’Donnell told 59News he served in the armed forces starting in 2012. He was deployed in 2014 and sent to Afghanistan. “I was a combat engineer, bridge crew member 12C. We served in Kandahar, Afghanistan and the locality of the providence in that area,” O’Donnell said. O’Donnell said after his […] → Read More
Local organization selling Christmas trees in Hinton
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The Hinton Lion’s Club is selling Christmas trees this year. Trees will be brought in from the Bailey Farm at Bluestone Nursery in Mercer County. Hinton Mayor Jack Scott told 59News people interested can buy the trees at the park across the street from the Big Four Drug Store from 10 […] → Read More
Local businesses gear up for Hinton’s Hometown Christmas
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — As people pass through parts of Hinton, they might notice Christmas decorations. Vice President of Mountainplex Properties Business Operations, Stephanie Stiffler, told 59News the city radiates the perfect Christmas picture on its own. “The City of Hinton, the historic district here, it really has a Norman Rockwell feel to it,” Stiffler […] → Read More
Fayette County leaders begin canvassing process
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — Fayette County Clerk Alicia Treadway said she and others began the process of canvassing votes following the 2020 General Election. “This is where we go through election day provisionals, which are the challenged ballots and of course the early voting challenged people. We just make sure we count the ones we […] → Read More
Deputies in Fayette County grow out beards for good cause
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS)- Deputies with the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department are looking to give back to a good cause this month, and it involves growing out their beards! Sheriff Mike Fridley told 59News each deputy participating in this year’s No Shave November, will put down money to help fundraise for an organization or charity. “We […] → Read More
Trump fires Defense Secretary Mark Esper “effective immediately”
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he has fired Defense Secretary Mark Esper. This is an unprecedented move at a time of national uncertainty about the outcome of Trump’s bid for a second term. It is the first time in the post-World War II era that a president seeking reelection has removed his secretary […] → Read More
Local businesses help out after fire at Secret Sandwich Society
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — Employees at the Cathedral Cafe told 59News they would lend a helping hand to all employees at Secret Sandwich Society after a fire destroyed the restaurant on Thursday, November 5, 2020. Any employee can get free meals at the Cathedral Cafe this week. The support for those going through a tough […] → Read More
Raleigh County Board of Education opens up another virtual learning enrollment window
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Parents in Raleigh County have another avenue when it comes to sending their children to school. Raleigh County Schools Superintendent David Price said a window is open for parents to opt their child out of in-person learning and switch into virtual learning. Price told 59News a WVLearns Opt-In Window for those […] → Read More
Pandemic, Economy weigh heavy on West Virginia voters
CHARLESTON, WV (AP) — Voters in West Virginia made their pick for president while holding mixed views about the country’s direction, according to an expansive Associated Press (AP) survey of the American electorate. The race between President Donald Trump and Democratic rival Joe Biden concluded Tuesday as the nation remains in the throes of a […] → Read More
Woodrum wins, but what happens to his commission seat?
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The 2020 Election lands Jack David Woodrum the seat in the state senate, representing the 10th district. Woodrum will take on the role to represent Greenbrier, Monroe, Fayette, and Summers Counties while in office. He told 59News, taking on this position means saying goodbye to his current position as the Summers […] → Read More
Summers County elects new County Commissioner
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — A new commissioner was elected in Summers County. Mike Gore will take over Bill Lightner’s seat as county commissioner. Gore said he is a former firefighter and owns a business in the county. He told 59News that he is looking forward to working at bettering a county he calls home. “I […] → Read More