Tag: Raleigh County

Students entering grades 6 through 8 can learn skills including hiking, mountain biking, paddleboarding, and leave-no-trace outdoor ethics.  The free sessions will be held on June 16, July 14, and August 11 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lake Stephens. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

Hospital leaders say their newest employee will support their ongoing commitment to safety and high-quality patient care.  However, it needs a name, and that is where your help is needed. Raleigh General Hospital is inviting the public to help name the robot through an online naming contest. The winning name will be announced on the hospital's social media pages on June 10.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

After an estimated three weeks of construction work, bowlers can expect new pin decks, flat gutters, synthetic lanes, approaches, and ball returns.  While the restaurant will operate as normal, lanes may be limited during the project, and staff ask for your patience throughout the renovation process.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The free living history event takes place on May 30 from 2:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m at the Wildwood House Museum on Laurel Terrace in Beckley.  Visitors can experience historical reenactors, guided tours, cemetery walks, live music, artisan vendors, crafts, and even live animals while learning about life in eighteen-sixty Appalachia.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

Food Truck Fridays will take place on the last Friday of each month beginning May 29 and continuing through August from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in Town Square.  Guests can enjoy local food trucks, a beverage cart featuring beer, wine, and cocktails, plus lawn games including cornhole and giant Jenga, all while taking in the mountain atmosphere with friends and family.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

Researchers analyzed 30 of the most talked-about rest stops across the country, looking at popularity, convenience, accessibility, family-friendly amenities, and nearby dining options.  Tamarack earned the highest overall score in the study, earning a 94.6 out of 100, with perfect scores for convenience and nearby dining.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The department is highlighting competitive pay and benefits, a 20-year retirement program, EMT and degree incentives, tuition assistance, and opportunities for career advancement.  Two open houses are planned at Station 3 on Industrial Drive on June 6 and June 26 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The center is partnering with Hope in the Mountains to present the Mid-20th-Century Art Show and Auction, displaying original paintings by Willie Lee Atkyns. Proceeds from the auction will support the Beckley Art Center and Hope in the Mountains Organization in sustaining community arts programs and services. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The program is open to ages 11 to 14 and teaches emergency response, swimming, and leadership skills, allowing them to practice in-water rescues. Following a set lesson plan, campers will earn certificates in first aid, CPR, and AED when they successfully complete the course. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

This month's topic is Tai Chi. Each session covers helpful topics related to diabetes management, providing tools and resources that attendees can use in their everyday life. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

On Saturday, May 23, volunteers will gather at 9:00 a.m. at the American Legion Post 32 Veterans Cemetery on Bair Street to place flags on every headstone in honor of fallen service members. The museum, located on South Eisenhower Drive in Beckley, will also be open to the public on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.  On Monday, the museum will reopen from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for visitors looking to explore the history, artifacts, and stories of the region’s veterans and first responders.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

One of those opportunities is Concord Cool Academy: Tracks to the Future, happening June 16-19 at Concord University. Students will be able to explore career-focused tracks, including fine arts, creative writing, education, sports medicine, and nursing.  The second camp is the GEAR UP Southern West Virginia and WVU Tech STEM Camp, scheduled for June 29 to July 1. Students attending the overnight camp will participate in hands-on environmental science and STEM activities while experiencing college life on campus.  #MercerCounty #RaleighCounty #WOAY

On Tuesday, May 26, the pantry will be in McDowell County at a new beginning at Rocket Boys Drive in War.  Then on Wednesday, May 27, the food bank moves to Raleigh County at the Linda K. Epling Stadium at 200 Stadium Drive in Beckley.  All mobile pantries will take place from 10:00 am to 11:30 am while supplies last.  #McDowellCounty #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The ratings are based on several categories, including mortality, safety of care, readmission rates, patient experience, and timely and effective care.  Officials with the Beckley VA Medical Center say the recognition reflects the dedication of staff members providing care to veterans across the region.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

Organization leaders say the funding will help continue efforts to educate young people about the dangers of opioid use while promoting healthy life choices through prevention and outreach programs. TSK pathways also thanked Adrienne Banks for helping secure the grant, citing her dedication and work throughout the application process. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The special event is designed to help students feel more comfortable and confident about transitioning to a new grade level or school. During the day, students will visit the next grade level at their current school, while fifth and eighth-grade students will travel to the school they’ll attend next year. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

Campers will spend the week building confidence, learning theater skills, making new friends, and exploring their creativity, all leading up to a live performance showcase on stage. No prior theater experience is needed to participate. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The program honors some of the nation’s top graduating high school seniors for excellence in academics, the arts, and career and technical education.  Panta was selected as one of just three female semifinalists from West Virginia out of nearly 6,500 candidates nationwide.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The open house event begins at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 21, at the United Bank building on Main Street. Tours and a hands-on sewing workshop will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The workshop is free, but online registration is required. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

Recruiting officer Sergeant B.J. Adkins will have a table set up at Planet Fitness in Beckley on Monday, May 18, from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m.   Sergeant Adkins will also be at Bodyworks in Beckley on Wednesday, May 20, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

According to Sheriff Frank Priddy, the Raleigh County Sheriff's office was contacted in March by authorities in Morrow County, Ohio, about a complaint involving a juvenile.   During the investigation, detectives developed information related to multiple incidents in Raleigh County, leading to warrants for 24-year-old Benjamin Dale Ball.   #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The Beckley Veterans Administration Medical Center says it has received over $3.5 million in federal funding for a security and surgical center overhaul.  The money is part of a nationwide $4.8 billion spending initiative to modernize Veterans Health Administration facilities.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY

The hospital has been recognized by Healogics, the nation's biggest provider of advanced wound care. Raleigh General earned a clinical excellence award, a president's circle award, and a center of distinction award. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

Moviegoers will have a golden opportunity to catch an unreleased film for $5.00. The only hint for tonight's showing is that the movie is rated R. #RaleighCounty #WOAY

50-year-old John Thompson received a 10-year sentence followed by five years of supervised release for aiding and abetting the distribution of more than 50 grams of methamphetamine.  According to court documents, Thompson arranged the sale of approximately 205 grams of meth to a confidential informant in March of 2024.  #RaleighCounty #WOAY