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Rivers Upchurch

Reporter

AS SEEN ON
yahoo.com, AOL, Inc., WVNS-TV (Ghent, WV)

Preston's Summary

Rivers Upchurch is a Reporter at WVNS 59. He is passionate about storytelling and covers a diverse range of topics, including sports, arts and entertainment, and general assignment news, with a particular interest in event management and technology. Rivers has been featured in WBOY-TV, WOWK 13 News, AOL, Inc., and Yahoo News, among others.

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Geo Focus

United States (National)

Coverage Attributes:

Beta
Informative: 51 %
Events: 26 %
Interviews Q&as: 11 %
Opinion: 3 %
Promotional: 3 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation
  • Animal Rights
  • Music Business
  • Music Genres
  • Pets
  • Veterinary

Pitching Insights

Rivers Upchurch focuses on local news, particularly high school sports, accidents/incidents, and community events in the Beckley, West Virginia area. Given his coverage of local events and sports highlights, he may be interested in receiving information about upcoming local sporting events or feature stories on standout athletes within the region.

For reaching out to Rivers Upchurch effectively consider pitching human-interest stories related to community events or covering unique aspects of local culture. Additionally, providing updates on accidents/incidents within the area might also pique his interest.

Remember that Rivers' geographic focus is Beckley and West Virginia; any pitches should cater specifically to this locality for maximum relevance.

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Articles

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Smooth Ambler to host “Whiskey and Whiskers” adoption event

Smooth Ambler to host “Whiskey and Whiskers” adoption event

By: Rivers Upchurch

MAXWELTON, WV (WVNS) – Two Greenbrier County organizations are teaming up for a night of whiskey, live music and adorable animals. Smooth Ambler Spirits Distillery in Maxwelton will host the second annual “Whiskey and Whiskers” adoption event in collaboration with the Greenbrier Humane Society. Guests can expect to meet adoptable dogs looking for loving homes, […]

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Sharon Dempsey Pool at New River Park opens for the season in Beckley

Sharon Dempsey Pool at New River Park opens for the season in Beckley

By: Rivers Upchurch

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Beckleyans will have plenty of chances to stay cool by the pool this summer, as New River Park’s Sharon Dempsey Pool is officially open for the season. The park officially kicked off Summer of 2026 with it’s opening day on Tuesday, June 9th. The pool will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, […]

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Princeton Elks Lodge to host Flag Retirement Ceremony

Princeton Elks Lodge to host Flag Retirement Ceremony

By: Rivers Upchurch

PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – A local veteran group is offering you the opportunity to retire your worn American flags with dignity. On Thursday, June 11, 2026, the Princeton Elks Lodge will host a Flag Retirement Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. The flags will be officially retired by scouts from Princeton Scout Troop 1. The only two […]

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Ronceverte River Festival returns

Ronceverte River Festival returns

By: Rivers Upchurch

RONCEVERTE, WV (WVNS) – It is a weekend of celebration on the banks of the Greenbrier River! The Ronceverte River Festival returned on Friday, June 12, 2026, kicked off by it’s annual parade. But if you weren’t able to make it on Friday, no need to worry. The fun continues all day Saturday. You also […]

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