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Poll shows Trump, Justice and Morrisey have strong lead in WV for November election
Gov. Jim Justice and Attorney General Patrick Morrisey have strong leads with West Virginia voters ahead of the November election, according to a new poll released Friday. The WVMetronews Poll, shows Justice, a Republican, is in a wide lead — 62% to 28% — over his Democratic opponent, former Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott, in the […]
Craft beer festival returns to South Charleston
SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Folks in South Charleston are getting ready for an annual event to support a good cause. The third annual “South Charleston Craft Beer Festival” is set to take place from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 1. at The Olive Tree Cafe & Catering. The restaurant hosts the event. […]
Record-breaking summer travel season peaks with help from cheaper gas and airfare
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Airports and roads were packed with travelers Friday as what's already been a record-breaking summer travel season ends with the Labor Day holiday. AAA is calling for a 9% jump in holiday travel over last year helped by cheaper gasoline and airline ticket prices. Charleston's...
WATCH: Marcus Caldeira discusses first goal of season, win over George Washington
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University men’s soccer forward Marcus Caldeira spoke with the media Friday night following the Mountaineers’ 4-0 win over George Washington at Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium. Caldeira discussed his first goal of the season, the status of his injured ankle, Sergio Ors Navarro’s...
Democratic candidates speak face-to-face with voters in West Virginia
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – We often see political ads and social media posts of candidates’ viewpoints throughout their campaign, but hearing from them firsthand can give a different perspective. That’s why as we approach the upcoming November election in West Virginia, the Hancock and Brooke County Democratic Executive Committees and Democratic Women brought several of […]
70-year-old runner to run his 50th Charleston Distance Run race
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Saturday will mark the 51st Charleston Distance Run, a 15-mile race throughout the entire city. More than 700 people are signed up to race in the 5K, the Relay race, or the 15-mile race. Among all those runners is one person whose life has been shaped dramatically by the Distance Run. […]
Football Recap: Princeton Starts Season with Win Against Capital
Princeton took care of business in their home opener on Thursday (and then some). They blew past the Capital Cougars, posting a 41-12 win at home. Given the Tigers' advantage in MaxPreps' West Virginia football rankings (they are ranked fourth, while the Cougars are ranked 46th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Coal River Group co-founder retiring after 24 years of service
TORNADO, WV (WOWK) – One of the four co-founders of the Coal River Group is planning on stepping away and retiring after 24 years of service. Bill Currey and three fellow fishermen started the Coal River Group in 2002, after noticing how polluted the Coal River had become. “We went out and took a couple […]
Keeping your home’s foundation safe in the drought
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The ongoing drought has had an impact on several aspects of life from farming and lowering water levels to brush fires and just trying to stay cool in the heat. One other thing to keep on your radar is the impact it could have on your foundation. Some foundation experts say […]
Yard sale planned to help Dunbar woman fighting cancer
DUNBAR, WV (WOWK) – A close-knit community in the Tri-State is showing up in a big way for a friend in need. In Dunbar, you can find a cancer benefit yard sale organized for a woman in the community who is fighting stage four lymphoma. From unique treasures to household goods, and some homemade fudge […]
Patty’s Blessings to team with Texas Roadhouse for Dine and Donate fundraiser event
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Residents of the Raleigh County area will have the opportunity next week to contribute to a great cause while enjoying a delicious meal. Patty’s Blessings has announced that the organization will be teaming with Texas Roadhouse of Beckley on Monday for a Dine and Donate fundraiser event. The event, which is […]
Veterans to receive essential support at stand down events
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Veterans experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless are invited to a day of safety and support during a Stand Down event on Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Prestonsburg VFW Post 5839, located at 3106 South Lake Drive, Prestonsburg, Kentucky.
Huntington St. Joe MS student ‘seriously injured’ in sports event
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – A school in Cabell County is rallying around one of their student-athletes who was injured on the field Thursday. According to St. Joseph Catholic Schools, a student at St. Joseph Middle School “suffered a serious injury” while on the field Thursday. The staff says they cannot provide any further details at […]
Friday Night Rivals: Highlanders block a late field goal to secure win over Hurricane
HURRICANE, W.Va (WCHS) — Hurricane celebrated their centennial year of football with an opening day matchup against Huntington High for Par Mar Friday Night Rivals but after a game of back-and-forth, the Highlanders came out victorious 38-35. Huntington were the first on the scoreboard through an Avionte Crawford pass to Jamari Tubbs but Hurricane were quick to respond with a big interception from Sean Legros who went on an even bigger 90 yard run into the end zone to tie things up.
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