Brandy Lawrence

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West Virginia (WOAY)-If you have old prescription drugs you need to get rid of, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is hosting National Prescription Drug Takeback Day on Saturday, April 27. There will be collection sites across several counties that will take unneeded medication and dispose of it safely. Takeback events are free and anonymous, so come by with your old prescription drugs to help prevent pill abuse and theft.

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Montgomery, WV (WOAY)- A Fayette County man has died following a bicycle accident. On Monday, April 14, the cyclist reportedly fell from the on-ramp of the Montgomery Bridge in Kanawha County. Montgomery Police confirm that he was riding his bike when he swerved, hit a barrier, and flipped his bike over before falling off the on-ramp of the Montgomery Bridge onto U.S. 60. Witnesses reported to authorities that it was raining heavily and believed the cyclist was rushing to escape the storm.

1 week ago | woay.com | Brandy Lawrence

West Virginia (WOAY)- A man has been arrested in connection with the fatal accident that killed a West Virginia turnpike worker. The West Virginia Department of Transportation reported on Monday, April 14, that a turnpike worker, 23-year-old James Harper of Beckley, was hit by a tractor-trailer at mile marker 92.5 southbound on Interstate 77 in Kanawha County along the WV turnpike. Harper was part of a work crew patching the turnpike’s center section.

1 week ago | woay.com | Brandy Lawrence

Richwood, WV (WOAY)—Bonnie’s Bus Mobile Mammography Unit will offer three-dimensional digital screening mammograms and breast care education in Nicholas County on Wednesday, April 23. The mobile unit will be parked at the Richwood City Hall from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. A doctor’s order is required for any patient seeking to receive services. Medicaid, Medicare, and all private insurance are accepted. The West Virginia breast and cervical cancer screening program provides funds for uninsured patients.

1 week ago | woay.com | Brandy Lawrence

Beckley, WV (WOAY)- AWAY, formerly known as the Women’s Resource Center, is teaming up with Pinheads to host a fun bowling night for a great cause. The striking out family violence event kicks off on Sunday, May 18. Admission is $25 for adults and $12 for kids ages 7 to 1d. Kids 6 and under get in free. The event will feature food, music, prizes, cornhole, darts, a silent auction and more.