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The first day of a new year. Clean slates for everyone.
According to Forbes Magazine, Americans have a startling $1.3 trillion of student loan debt. 59 News talked with a financial aid officer at New River Community and Technical College about ways to minimize student loan debt.
The 52nd Annual Appalachian arts and crafts festival is quickly approaching. Roughly one-hundred and twenty crafters from all over the country will be set up at the Raleigh County Convention Center on Friday.
The West Virginia Army National Guard has started demolishing homes that were ruined by floods in June.
Wyoming County has the highest prescription drug overdose rate in the nation, that's according to a report called "overdose" by a website called DrugAbuse com. The information was compiled by the CDC.
Elevation sports is hosting a skate boarding competition this Saturday at the skate park inside Freedom Park in Beckley.
A state of emergency for 12 West Virginia counties due to devastating floods in June could be over soon.
Monday August 22, 2016 was day one in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing his estranged wife in Mercer County in 2014. Amanda Bailey is the sister of Kayla Neel.
Deputies in Wyoming County have released the names of two people involved in a deadly ATV accident on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016. It happened in the Hanover area at around 4:30 p.m.
A fight in McDowell County on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016 has lead to the arrest of one man. Law enforcement officers are called to the Warriormine area of War, WV in response to the fight.
A case of embezzlement in Summers County comes to a close on Monday, Aug. 22, 2016. Kimberly Huffman was convicted of embezzling more than $5,000 from Hinton Little League.
West Virginia environmental regulators are ordering a company to stop mining permanently at a surface coal mine near Kanawha State Forest.
A house fire in Bluefield Sunday night threatened nearby homes, but firefighters were able to contain the blaze. Crews responded to the structure fire on Highland Avenue in Bluefield, West Virginia. The house was gutted by the fire, but officials say no injuries were reported. Crews were able to save the houses on either side of the home. The fire was put out by 11 Sunday night.
West Virginia State Parks have announced that for the first time ever they will host Bridal Shows. These events are free and work to book weddings at our beautiful state parks.
Despite that wet weather outside, Burning Rock Outdoor adventure park held an MX race today (8/21). "This is my drug," says James Smallwood. Smallwood has been involved with motor cross his entire life. As a racer, he loves riding for the fun it has to offer.
If you ask Daishon Kelly what he wants to do when he grows up, it may surprise you.
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says the party of Lincoln must improve its efforts to bring black voters back to the fold and that he wants an inclusive GOP.
According to Raleigh County 911, a structure fire was reported early Sunday morning in the Colcord area of Raleigh County. Whitesville, Coal River, and Clear Creek fire departments responded to the call. No word on if anyone was injured in the fire, but dispatchers say the home is a total loss.
By GEOFF MULVIHILL Associated Press The ability of young adults to be on their parents' health plans until they turn 26 is one of the most popular benefits of the Affordable Care Act.
One man is in custody after an early morning shooting on Saturday, August 20th, in Bluefield, West Virginia. Bluefield Police Officers say it happened at the corner of Washington Street and College Avenue after midnight. The suspect taken in to custody is 19 year old Bryan Morris from Bland, Virginia. He is now facing charges of Malicious Wounding, Attempted Murder, and 5 counts of Wanton Endangerment. Officers say the incident followed an argument over stolen ...
Mary Kay Williams has made some pretty amazing work that has really stood out at the State Fair.
The concert was free to fair guests, but all donations were accepted to help flood victims.
Several residents from the Southern West Virginia area gathered in Bluefield to sing praises in the park Saturday. The 15th annual Good Neighbor Gospel Praise Picnic kicked off at the Bluefield City Park. The event was was all aimed at providing kids with supplies for back to school. The event also featured gospel singing, food and games for the entire family. Each year the event is put on by Mcdowell County native, Evangelist Edd Henry Jr. who has since...
The June flooding destroyed home after home tearing families apart, including family and friends of Morgantown natives Daishon and Melanie Kelly.
Kids in Princeton joined in solidarity today to take a stand against bullying. The One Voice Project hosted a pool party music festival aimed at spreading positivity and bringing awareness to bullying, which is a problem many children across the country face.
The 4-H camp in Wyoming County played host to the inaugural Warriors Retreat.
The event was aimed at bringing together those who have served and fought for our freedom.
During the special event veterans got a chance to fellowship, enjoy some great food and share war stories with each other.
Organizers say the focus was to provide therapy through conversation and camaraderie.
Austin Dillon took off on a final restart in overtime to win the Xfinity race at Bristol Motor Speedway on Friday night after leaders Kyle Busch crashed and Brad Keselowski ran out of gas four laps from the scheduled end.
Unsustainably low natural gas prices have driven shale gas production to drop for several months, but the U.S. Energy Information Administration expects this slump to only be temporary. According to the agency’s International Energy Outlook and Annual Energy Outlook for 2016, natural gas production worldwide is projected to increase from 342 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in 2015 to 554 Bcf/d by 2040.
Mountaineer Automotive in Beckley donated $4,400 to the United Way of Southern West Virginia.Mountaineer Automotive in Beckley donated $4,400 to the United Way of Southern West Virginia.
Tonight is a special night for some young people in our area, as they put on their best dresses and suits for prom night at the United Methodist Temple in Beckley.
One person has died following a series of heroin overdoses that occurred within hours of each other in Huntington.
Police are still looking for one person in a drug investigation being conducted in Oak Hill, WV. Officers were assisted by the Central West Virginia Drug Task Force in the arrest of five people from Oak Hill.
We are just 1 week away from one of the most highly anticipated high school football games in Bluefield. The Beaver-Graham game is days away. It's the game that people in Bluefield, Virginia and West Virginia look forward to like 2013 Graham High School Graduate Melissa Buchanan. Buchanan said, "It's something that I've gone to every year since I was little." This year, there's a new event that is adding on to the excitement. The Black Daggers, a U...
The New River Gorge is one of the many beautiful places right here in our backyard. Endless places for hiking, including the Long Point Trail. Some say it's a careless and selfish act. Spray paint found Sunday on the overlook of the Long Point Trail with initials. "I'm disgusted," Colleen Acord said. Acord walks out to Long Point every chance she gets. She's angry that someone would ruin a popular spot that people, both in and out state, come to get a beautiful of the Gor...
The Wyoming County Sheriff's Department is looking for two people after a man was hit and killed on Long Branch Road last night, August 19, 2016.
Friday organizers spent the day prepping for the Summersville Dam's 50th anniversary. A celebration set to include a weekend of fun, entertainment and history.
In addition to the rides, food, and fun, State Fairs are used as a platform to promote local products. The State Fair of West Virginia is no different. Many of the buildings are filled with products made in the Mountain State. The Country Store in the Agriculture Building is no exception. On their shelves you can find products like West Virginia Maple Syrup, Jams, Honey, and more. The Department of Agriculture says shopping local is a great way for people to bring a taste of Wes...
For families, taking trips to places like the fair can get expensive. We've learned that there are also ways to budget. Parents tell us they have all kinds of methods to save money on their yearly trip to the fair. Especially when they are traveling with a lot of children. Every dollar counts. Jackie Williams- mother of three and aunt to five others - shares her money saving secrets with us. "We always buy our tickets in advance. The Mega passes and the ga...
As students head back to school many of them will take part in several extracurricular activities. As a result we wanted to find out the best approach to balancing school and after school activities.
59News hosted a Meet the Candidates forum at the State Fair of WV on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016. Candidates who are running for office in the General Election were on hand to deliver speeches and to answer questions from those who were attending the fair.
11-year-old Eliana Lawrence seen after using shampoo that thinned her hair. Courtesy: CBS NEWSThe U S Food and Drug Administration began investigating the company after reports of hair loss, balding, and rashes.
Beckley police are investigating a shooting Thursday night in the Neville Street area. Police responded to a call from a local hospital shortly after 10 last night after a 22-year-old man came in with a gunshot wound. Police say the unidentified man was shot in the mid-torso area and it's believed to be non life-threatening. Authorities don't have much evidence to go on yet, and they say the victim is being uncoop...
The state has given a round of almost $200,000 in grants to 23 Greenbrier County small businesses damaged by floods.
After a man is sentenced for sexually abusing teens last week in Mercer County, some people are still disappointed with the sentence. Last week Timothy Probert, a former youth mentor, stood before Judge Vickers for sentencing on 37 charges involving sex with minors. Those crimes were committed more than 2 decades ago. All sentences were set to run at the same time so Probert is serving a 15 to 35 year sentence. Chief Assistant Prosecutor George Sitler is not satisfie...
Many in Greenbrier County have lost their homes and some even lost loved ones. Darryl Honaker has grown up in Caldwell and never imagined he'd see his beloved home like this.
The craft memorial Library now has a 3 D printer. The Library received a grant from the Community Foundation of the Virginia's to purchase the only 3 D printer in West Virginia.
In just a four-hour period, between 4:30 and 8:30 p.m., there were 26 heroin overdoses in Huntington on Monday, according to Cabell County EMS Director Gordon Merry.
West Virginia will begin offering kiosks in malls, grocery stores and elsewhere as another option to renew car registrations without going to the local DMV.
The West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy released a report Thursday that examined the amount of money and the benefits West Virginia could receive if the state legalized marijuana.
Police are investigating an ATV accident Wednesday in which a Jolo man died. The accident happened at around 4 Wednesday afternoon in McDowell County. Police say 72 year old Everett McKinney was traveling on Bug Hurley Road, near Three Forks, when he lost control of his ATV and crashed. He was pronounced dead at the scene, and it is unknown if alcohol or drugs were a factor. The We...
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59News is hosting a "Fill the Boot for Food" drive to commemorate Founder's Day. This is the 20th anniversary of the founding of our parent company, Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.
59News is hosting a "Fill the Boot for Food" drive to commemorate Founder's Day. This is the 20th anniversary of the founding of our parent company, Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.
Viewers sent us pictures of the events surrounding Easter this year. Take a look at some of their photos.
Viewers sent us pictures of the events surrounding Easter this year. Take a look at some of their photos.
People around the area responded to our comments that March 23, 2016 is National Puppy Day by sending us photos of their fur babies. Here is a look at some those pictures.
People around the area responded to our comments that March 23, 2016 is National Puppy Day by sending us photos of their fur babies. Here is a look at some those pictures.
March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. We have had everything from snow to sunny and in the seventies this month. Send us your pictures to news@wvnstv.com.
March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. We have had everything from snow to sunny and in the seventies this month. Send us your pictures to news@wvnstv.com.
West Virginia University fans have been sending in pictures of their little Mountaineers as the first game gets ready to kick off. WVU will play William and Mary on Saturday. Send your pictures to news@wvnstv.com
West Virginia University fans have been sending in pictures of their little Mountaineers as the first game gets ready to kick off. WVU will play William and Mary on Saturday. Send your pictures to news@wvnstv.com
Despite that wet weather outside, Burning Rock Outdoor adventure park held an MX race today (8/21). "This is my drug," says James Smallwood. Smallwood has been involved with motor cross his entire life. As a racer, he loves riding for the fun it has to offer.
Despite that wet weather outside, Burning Rock Outdoor adventure park held an MX race today (8/21). "This is my drug," says James Smallwood. Smallwood has been involved with motor cross his entire life. As a racer, he loves riding for the fun it has to offer.
According to Raleigh County 911, a structure fire was reported early Sunday morning in the Colcord area of Raleigh County. Whitesville, Coal River, and Clear Creek fire departments responded to the call. No word on if anyone was injured in the fire, but dispatchers say the home is a total loss.
According to Raleigh County 911, a structure fire was reported early Sunday morning in the Colcord area of Raleigh County. Whitesville, Coal River, and Clear Creek fire departments responded to the call. No word on if anyone was injured in the fire, but dispatchers say the home is a total loss.
As many students head back to school this month, the hot summer heat is going with them. Without air conditioning and the blazing temperatures, Principal Tammy Acord does everything to keep her students cool.
As many students head back to school this month, the hot summer heat is going with them. Without air conditioning and the blazing temperatures, Principal Tammy Acord does everything to keep her students cool.
A murder investigation from more than a year ago has lead to a guilty plea in a Raleigh County courtroom on Monday, Aug. 15, 2016. Andrew Rizzi was accused of killing Michael Pugh on Cranberry Drive in Prosperity, WV.
A murder investigation from more than a year ago has lead to a guilty plea in a Raleigh County courtroom on Monday, Aug. 15, 2016. Andrew Rizzi was accused of killing Michael Pugh on Cranberry Drive in Prosperity, WV.
Monday August 22, 2016 was day one in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing his estranged wife in Mercer County in 2014. Amanda Bailey is the sister of Kayla Neel.
Monday August 22, 2016 was day one in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing his estranged wife in Mercer County in 2014. Amanda Bailey is the sister of Kayla Neel.
UPDATE: A man is arrested for the early morning stabbing on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016.
UPDATE: A man is arrested for the early morning stabbing on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016.
The West Virginia Supreme Court has confirmed that the satellite magistrate offices in Bluefield must soon be closed as a cost-saving measure for the state.
The West Virginia Supreme Court has confirmed that the satellite magistrate offices in Bluefield must soon be closed as a cost-saving measure for the state.
A teenager is arrested for shooting a gun near Bluewell Elementary School. Mercer County Sheriff's Deputies said they received complaints about the shooting from the community.
A teenager is arrested for shooting a gun near Bluewell Elementary School. Mercer County Sheriff's Deputies said they received complaints about the shooting from the community.
The first day of a new year. Clean slates for everyone.
The first day of a new year. Clean slates for everyone.
The West Virginia Army National Guard has started demolishing homes that were ruined by floods in June.
The West Virginia Army National Guard has started demolishing homes that were ruined by floods in June.
If you ask Daishon Kelly what he wants to do when he grows up, it may surprise you.
If you ask Daishon Kelly what he wants to do when he grows up, it may surprise you.
Mary Kay Williams has made some pretty amazing work that has really stood out at the State Fair.
Mary Kay Williams has made some pretty amazing work that has really stood out at the State Fair.
The concert was free to fair guests, but all donations were accepted to help flood victims.
The concert was free to fair guests, but all donations were accepted to help flood victims.
Wyoming County has the highest prescription drug overdose rate in the nation, that's according to a report called "overdose" by a website called DrugAbuse com. The information was compiled by the CDC.
Wyoming County has the highest prescription drug overdose rate in the nation, that's according to a report called "overdose" by a website called DrugAbuse com. The information was compiled by the CDC.
Monday August 22, 2016 was day one in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing his estranged wife in Mercer County in 2014. Amanda Bailey is the sister of Kayla Neel.
Monday August 22, 2016 was day one in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing his estranged wife in Mercer County in 2014. Amanda Bailey is the sister of Kayla Neel.
Deputies in Wyoming County have released the names of two people involved in a deadly ATV accident on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016. It happened in the Hanover area at around 4:30 p.m.
Deputies in Wyoming County have released the names of two people involved in a deadly ATV accident on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016. It happened in the Hanover area at around 4:30 p.m.
A case of embezzlement in Summers County comes to a close on Monday, Aug. 22, 2016. Kimberly Huffman was convicted of embezzling more than $5,000 from Hinton Little League.
A case of embezzlement in Summers County comes to a close on Monday, Aug. 22, 2016. Kimberly Huffman was convicted of embezzling more than $5,000 from Hinton Little League.
The West Virginia Army National Guard has started demolishing homes that were ruined by floods in June.
The West Virginia Army National Guard has started demolishing homes that were ruined by floods in June.
Elevation sports is hosting a skate boarding competition this Saturday at the skate park inside Freedom Park in Beckley.
Elevation sports is hosting a skate boarding competition this Saturday at the skate park inside Freedom Park in Beckley.
If you ask Daishon Kelly what he wants to do when he grows up, it may surprise you.
If you ask Daishon Kelly what he wants to do when he grows up, it may surprise you.
A state of emergency for 12 West Virginia counties due to devastating floods in June could be over soon.
A state of emergency for 12 West Virginia counties due to devastating floods in June could be over soon.
According to Forbes Magazine, Americans have a startling $1.3 trillion of student loan debt. 59 News talked with a financial aid officer at New River Community and Technical College about ways to minimize student loan debt.
According to Forbes Magazine, Americans have a startling $1.3 trillion of student loan debt. 59 News talked with a financial aid officer at New River Community and Technical College about ways to minimize student loan debt.
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