Tag: Greenbrier County

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

The State Fair of West Virginia announces the next concert in the upcoming concert series, featuring two artists who will take the audience to church. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The City of Lewisburg is calling on local artists to help turn a new piano into a one-of-a-kind public art piece.  City officials say the piano, recently donated to replace the one in the covered area next to City Hall, is now a blank canvas, ready for a creative touch.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

A state-of-the-art mobile lung cancer screening unit is making stops in our region.  LUCAS, part of WVU Medicine and the WVU Cancer Institute, will offer low-dose CT scans to help detect lung cancer early.  The unit will be at Community Care of Green Bank on March 25 and at Rainelle Medical Center on March 26. Both events run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.  #GreenbrierCounty #PocahontasCounty #WOAY

One Mountain State town is back in the national spotlight. Lewisburg is once again in the running for USA Today's best small town food scene, and it's aiming for a fourth straight win. And that's not all. Lewisburg is also in the running for best small town in the South. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

It’s time to save the date for a summer event the whole family can enjoy.  The Car Show and Fly-In is set for Saturday, June 13, at the Greenbrier Valley Airport in Lewisburg.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

Lewisburg, WV (WOAY) The Greenbrier Humane Society’s donation-based spay and neuter voucher program is returning on April 1. The program helps pet owners in the...

A member of our community and one of our regular community forum guests has passed away.  The Greenbrier Republican Executive Committee announces that John Wyatt passed away following a short illness.  Famously known as The Appalachian, he regularly joined us on community forums to share his vast knowledge of Appalachian lore and music history.  #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The State Fair of West Virginia has another concert series announcement that classic country music lovers won't want to miss. Alabama-based band Shenandoah will rock the fair stage on Tuesday, August 18, with country favorites like “Two Dozen Roses,” “Next to You, Next to Me,” and “Church on Cumberland Road.” #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The White Sulphur Springs Public Library is bringing history to life this week. The library will host a free “History Alive” program on Wednesday night featuring Doris "Lady D" Fields, who will portray Bessie Smith, known as the “Empress of the Blues.” #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The American Red Cross is asking you to roll up your sleeve and help save lives amid a nationwide blood shortage.  The Clintonville Ruritan Club is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, February 25th, from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm.   #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY

The deadline to apply to be a vendor in Alderson's 4th of July celebration is fast approaching. Vendors interested in setting up at the event must register by Sunday, March 1. The event committee will approve vendor spaces on March 16 and contact vendors via email with the information.

Lewisburg, WV (WOAY) The State Fair of West Virginia is continuing to roll out the 2026 Concert Series, announcing more artists set to rock...