Tag: Greenbrier County

The beginner-friendly class combines Yin and Vinyasa-style yoga with adoptable kittens roaming around the studio.  The class will be led by certified yoga instructor Jacque Minarik and will take place in the Carnegie Hall Dance Studio.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The EnCova Foundation of West Virginia awarded the grant to the WVSOM Foundation to help fund this year’s two-week wilderness medicine elective. The course runs August 24 through September 4, primarily at Greenbrier Youth Camp in Anthony, with additional training in the New River Gorge area and at Kanawha Falls. Third- and fourth-year medical students and resident physicians will train in emergency care, disaster response, search and rescue, rope access and patient stabilization. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The shelter says a significant portion of its cats and kittens have been affected by the illness, and staff is working to provide treatment, separate sick animals when possible, and care for the shelter’s current population.  Officials say continuing to bring in additional cats right now could put both incoming animals and those already at the shelter at greater risk.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The Appalachian musician, known for blending traditional mountain roots with a modern sound, will perform on Saturday, August 15. Fans have two chances to catch him at 3:00 pm and again at 5:00 pm on Google's Center Stage. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Volunteers searched by land and air, including Matt Whitt with Premier West Virginia Outdoors, who used his drone despite severe storms before joining the search on foot.  Four days later, Jasper was found alive in a neighbor's yard on the Monroe County side of Alderson. Although both of his front legs were broken, he recognized his family and tried to run to them.  #GreenbrierCounty #MonroeCounty #WOAY

Construction is expected to begin later this summer.  The hotel originally opened in 1929 as the Maple Oaks Hotel and later became the King Coal Hotel, serving travelers along Route 60 for decades before being demolished in 2014.  The new museum will be part of the Society’s Hidden History of Western Greenbrier Project. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Livestock entries for the 101st annual fair are due by midnight on July 8, while home, arts and garden entries must be submitted by midnight on July 15.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Participants are invited to decorate their properties in red, white, and blue as Alderson prepares for its annual holiday celebration. Judging will take place on July 1 at 1:00 p.m., with organizers hoping to make the community shine for the Fourth of July festivities. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

On Tuesday, June 23, the pantry will be in Fayette County at the old Mount Hope High School and Heritage Center. On Wednesday, June 24, the food bank will move to Greenbrier County at Renick Park on Railroad Avenue. Both pantries will take place from 10:00 am to 11:30 am while supplies last. #FayetteCounty #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The event, themed "Unity in our community," will feature educational programs, live music, community fellowship, and a free festival celebrating Juneteenth's history and significance. Activities begin Friday, June 19, with a keynote address from Lewisburg native doctor Joseph Evans at Carnegie Hall, followed by a reception and viewing of the "Echoes of slavery" exhibit at the North House Museum. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Active and retired military members, first responders, and nurses can attend the festival free of charge on Thursday, June 18.  Local heroes can also purchase a discounted family ticket for $40 for up to 4 companion tickets to bring their family and friends along. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The West Virginia Rivers Coalition, Greenbrier River Watershed Association, and Greenbrier Valley Pride are hosting "Paddle with Pride" on Sunday, June 7th.   Participants will float from the Caldwell boat launch to Ronceverte Island Park before gathering for an after-party and karaoke at the Sportsman Tavern.   #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Topics this year include African American quilting traditions, Civil War guerrilla warfare, Appalachian folklore, one-room schoolhouses, ghost stories, and hidden history from western Greenbrier County.  Lectures will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The open-forum event will include a brief presentation from WVU representatives, with most of the session focused on hearing directly from community members, stakeholders, and local industry partners. The statewide assessment is conducted every five years to help ensure programs and initiatives through WVU Extension and the WVU Division for Land Grant Engagement continue meeting the needs of communities across the state. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

A local World War II veteran died in 1985 without ever receiving the military funeral he was owed. Four decades later, his daughter finally got to see that made right. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The 5th annual Big Wheel Bash will roll into Fairlea on June 13, with a low country boil on the menu as well as drinks, dancing, raffles, and live and silent auctions. The yearly event is a fundraiser supporting the state fair of West Virginia endowment and scholarship programs. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

This year’s lineup includes Virginia Evans, author of “The Correspondent,” Nathan Hill, author of “The Nix” and “Wellness,” Stephen Coonts, author of “Flight of the Intruder,” and Stephen Grant, author of “Mailman.”  Festivalgoers can enjoy author talks, creative workshops, book signings, art, and more throughout the weekend in Lewisburg.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Members of the Rainelle and Quinwood volunteer fire departments will be on scene directing traffic, and officials are asking for patience as the detour is in place. School pick-up will continue as normal once the event concludes. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The closure runs from Jefferson Street (Route 219) to Court Street, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and lasting approximately 10 hours.  Flaggers will be in place at the Route 60 and Jefferson Street intersection.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Greenbrier County Sheriff Bart Baker says the wreck happened around 6:00 a.m. near mile marker 174 on Interstate 64 westbound.  Upon arrival, crews discovered a trailer carrying containers of diesel fuel had broken loose from the truck and slid into the median.   Officials say 18 containers were damaged or overturned, spilling an estimated 4,000 gallons of diesel fuel.   State and county agencies were also called in to help contain the spill.   Despite those efforts, officials say some of the diesel has entered storm drains and made its way into Howard's Creek.   Crews are now working to stop the contamination from reaching the nearby Greenbrier River.   #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The available homes include one three-bedroom, two-bath house and two homes with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.  Selected families will purchase their home through a zero-profit mortgage and will also complete sweat equity hours as part of Habitat’s homeownership program.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Lewisburg,WV (WOAY) A major literary name is heading to Greenbrier County. Global bestselling author David Baldacci is set to appear in Lewisburg for a special...

Some residents say the new locations require significantly longer travel times, raising concerns about accessibility and voter turnout.   State and local election officials are expected to attend, with the goal of answering questions and encouraging open dialogue about voting rights and election procedures.   #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Authorities report that on Monday, April 6, at 11:57 p.m., officers responded to a call reporting shots fired at Greenbrier West High School.  While patrolling the area, deputies heard more gunshots coming from a wooded area on the west side of campus and went to investigate.  Upon arrival, they saw a light moving through the woods and discovered a person in the area.  Authorities issued commands to the individual, who then reportedly fired a pistol at the deputies.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

State Fair of West Virginia officials will welcome a special anniversary tour as part of the 2026 Concert Series that country music lovers won't want to miss. The Trace Adkins 30th anniversary with special guest Aaron Tippin will rock the stage on August 15 at 8:00 p.m. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY