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West Virginia State Fire Academy hosting annual Junior Firefighter Camp

Throughout the week, the West Virginia State Fire Academy is hosting the 18th year of its annual Junior Firefighter Camp at Jackson's Mill.

Virginia lieutenant governor race questionnaire: Babur Lateef

With seven contenders vying to become Virginia’s next lieutenant governor, the Mercury asked all the hopefuls to answer a questionnaire covering their political and legislative experiences and their positions on policy that shapes citizens’ lives.

Michigan State football lands 3-star DB commit from Ohio, previously committed to Virginia

Michigan State has completed the flip of a defensive back commit from Ohio, previously committed to Virginia, following secret official visit

Is Publix, Walmart closed on Father’s Day? See store hours in Florida during holiday today

For those still needing a last minute gift or need to grab a treat for dad, here's which grocery stores are open in Florida today

Fanatics Sportsbook promo for the final round of the US Open: New users get $1,000 no sweat first bet

Fanatics is offering new users a no sweat first bet of up to $1,000 for the 2025 U.S. Open.

Virginia family finds lost 'quarantine puppy' years later through shelter's Facebook post

A family's "quarantine puppy" returns home after years in shelters when his owner spotted him on Facebook, proving lost pets can find their way back to loving homes.

What to expect in Virginia's primary election on Tuesday, June 17

Virginia Democrats will settle a crowded six-way primary for lieutenant governor on Tuesday as well as a contested nomination fight for state attorney general.

Virginia bank sells stake in doctor-focused fintech partner

Primis Bank plans to sell an undisclosed amount of its 19% ownership stake in Panacea Financial, a digital-only lender focusing on medical professionals and veterinarians. The deal should yield $22 million.

Skip Europe This Summer: This Airbnb in Virginia Is Just as Charming

This five-bedroom home in Lancaster, Virginia is so utterly charming, you may feel as though you've landed in Europe.

New Virginia law targeting drug dealers after fentanyl deaths is 'huge win,' mother says

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed new legislation allowing involuntary manslaughter charges for drug dealers whose fentanyl sales lead to fatal overdoses.

Flash Flood Watch Issued by NWS for Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia Ahead of Expected Heavy Rainfall

NWS issues a Flood Watch for DC, Maryland, and Virginia due to potential flash flooding from expected heavy rainfall.

South Carolina Will Host Virginia Tech in 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge

BRISTOL, Conn. – ESPN announced the matchups for the 2025 edition of the ACC/SEC Challenge on Thursday. South Carolina will host Virginia Tech at Colonial Life Arena on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Tip times and TV network assignments will be designated at a later date.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

West Virginia University is at a turning point, with prominent figure at center of conflict

At the center of much of the friction has been board member and businessman Bray Cary, whose term on the Board of Governors is up this month.

Missing Navy sailor Angelina Resendiz found dead in Virginia woods

The search for missing Navy Seaman Angelina Resendiz has ended in tragedy, with officials confirming a body found in a wooded area earlier this week belonged to her.

Virginia’s Nursing Shortage Persists, but Targeted Strategies Have Brought Growth

Virginia's nursing shortage persists despite growth efforts; future needs remain critical, requiring more registered nurses by 2030.

Virginia democratic candidate for governor addresses Southwest Virginia concerns

Abigail Spanberger, the democratic candidate for governor, spoke with News 5 about her campaign and what she hopes to bring to Southwest Virginia.

How to watch Oklahoma State vs Virginia NCAA men’s golf championship finals tonight for free

No. 4 Oklahoma State faces No. 7 Virginia tonight with multiple viewing options including special first-month discounts from streaming providers.

One Virginia family takes a crack at the chicken rental trend

11 million households across America now own backyard chickens, according to the American Pet Products Association. Many of them are renting chickens as a workaround to an egg shortage and higher prices. Here & Now 's Scott Tong went to a Washington, D.C., suburb to meet a family welcoming two new temporary, feathered members to their household.

Virginia man charged with attempted murder after alleged road rage incident on I-95

A Virginia man is facing attempted murder charges after an alleged road rage incident on I-95 in Prince George's County on Memorial Day.

Trump pardons conservative Virginia sheriff convicted of bribery

Scott Jenkins, 53, was set to begin serving a 10-year prison sentence on Tuesday, but Trump pardoned him on Monday.

Thousands of U.S. Flags placed at gravestones at Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery for Memorial Day

Folks from all over came out to the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Column: Virginia’s new textbook law leaves costs unaddressed

Providing textbooks at no cost to students or teachers will help standardize curriculum, William & Mary undergraduate C. Scott Ennen Jr. writes in a guest column.

Illegal Alien Squatters Turned Her Home Purchase into a Nightmare

When she reached out to police, Lindberg was told that because the men were likely illegal aliens, there was little police could do.

W.Va. trans athlete does not win state track meet, Morrisey still asks for separate scores

With pending lawsuits and mass cries of “unfairness” a trans athlete still competed in the West Virginia 2025 State Track and Field Meet.

Virginia Tech Hokies Baseball Ends the Spring 2025 Sports Season and Makes Changes

The Hokies started the 2025 season in the frigid cold of February with high hopes, and a mid-season #25 D1 Baseball ranking, and then they drove into a mud flat to struggle for the season. Coach Szefc shakes up the staff and looks to rebuild for 2026.

Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre laid to rest by loved ones in Perth

Prominent sexual abuse survivor and advocate Virginia Giuffre has reportedly been farewelled by her family in a private funeral service.

Police searching for girl missing since 2017 after mom arrested for locking starving sister in closet for weeks

Police in Texas are searching for Ava Marie Gonzales, a young girl who vanished in 2017, after her mother was recently arrested for allegedly locking another malnourished child in a closet for

3.0 magnitude earthquake reported in Virginia

A 3.0 magnitude earthquake shook central Virginia on Tuesday afternoon, May 6, the United States Geological Survey said.

2 children taken to the hospital after bus crashes into house

HOPEWELL, Va. ( WWBT /Gray News) - Two children were taken to the hospital after a school bus crashed into a home Monday morning in Virginia. According to police, four children and the driver were on the bus when it crashed just before 8:15 a.m. Anthony Montanye said he saw the scene from right across the street.

Dave Portnoy accuses ABC of ‘bait and switch’ in heated interview over antisemitic ‘f—k the Jews’ sign at Barstool bar

Dave Portnoy said a local ABC news affiliate tried to “bait and switch” him during an interview about the incident involving an antisemitic sign at his Barstool Sansom Street bar in

Charleston leaders continue to express confidence in future Capital Sports Center after announcing its pause

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — After it was recently announced that the future Capital Sports Center project in downtown Charleston was being put on pause due to high costs and funding issues, Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin says its final design may start to look a little different moving forward.

Five Virginia prison guards injured by inmates including 'confirmed' MS-13 members in US illegally

The Virginia Department of Corrections said all six inmates had been convicted of violent crimes, including murder and rape, and that five of them are “confirmed MS-13 gang members from El Salvador, who were in this country illegally.” The sixth inmate is a U.S. citizen who has ties to a different gang.

Israel Set to Launch Major Operation in Gaza After Trump’s Middle East Trip

If Hamas does not agree to release the hostages by the middle of May, Israel will launch an aggressive campaign inside Gaza.

Natural Resources Commission meeting format to change drastically

The long held practice of moving the venue around West Virginia for each quarterly meeting will change to a largely virtual format and the public wishing to speak can go to one of seven locations arou