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Hayhurst Family Donates $2.5 Million to WVU Women’s Basketball
The Hayhurst family, longtime supporters of West Virginia University (WVU), has made a significant $2.5 million contribution to the WVU women's basketball program. This gift includes a $2 million endowment that will permanently name the head coaching position, strengthening the program's financial stability. The remaining $500,000 will go towards the team's operational needs. Athletic Director Wren Baker and coach Mark Kellogg praised the family's commitment, citing the donation as essential for future success and innovation in the program.
Bob Huggins donates $380k to Mon Health Cancer Center
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - Former WVU men’s basketball coach Bob Huggins donated $380,000 to the Mon Health Cancer Center in support of cancer care services Thursday morning. Huggins announced the donation earlier this year at the 2024 Bob Huggins Fish Fry. The money came from the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Endowment Fund that Huggins established in his mother’s name to support cancer care and research across West Virginia.
Final chance to catch Fridays in the Park in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Fridays in the Park is winding down for 2024. On the next to last Friday, park visitors were serenaded by Trey Waycaster and his saxophone. Food vendors were also set up in downtown Beckley for one of the final gatherings of the summer. The Fridays in the Park event brings the […]
Effort underway to remove Kent Carper’s name from two Kanawha County buildings
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — A long-time lobbyist in West Virginia is asking that the names on certain buildings be changed. At issue is the controversy surrounding former Kanawha County Commission President Kent Carper. The Justice and Public Safety Complex in Kanawha County was named after long-time Commission President Kent Carper, and the building bears his […]
1 injured in Kanawha County motorcycle crash
SISSONVILLE, WV (WOWK) – One person was taken to the hospital after a motorcycle crash in Kanawha County. According to Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers, the crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Friday in the 8600 block of Sissonville Drive in Sissonville. The motorcycle was the only vehicle involved in the crash, dispatchers say. There is […]
Kanawha County elementary school launches state’s pilot program to reward students for attendance
Chronic absenteeism remains a serious problem for West Virginia schools after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted learning for students. Nearly 30% of West Virginia students were chronically absent — missing 18 or more days — during the 2022-23 school year, according to the most recent data from the state education department. In an effort to get […]
Gayle Manchin, Ryan Thorn to visit Fayette County to celebrate award of federal funds
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) Gayle Manchin, Federal Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission, and Ryan Thorn, U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development West Virginia State Director, Ryan Thorn will be joining West Virginia Hive and New River Gorge Regional Development Authority in celebration of federal funds awarded in support of a new Fayette County food incubation […]
AccessHealth Women’s Clinic cuts ribbon on Harper Road facility
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – AccessHealth team members were joined by the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce on Friday for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the new Access Health Women’s Clinic on Harper Road. Many state and local leaders were in attendance for the proceedings including Raleigh County Commissioner Daniel Hall, Ward 5 Beckley City Councilwoman […]
WOWK TV children’s programming Aug. 24/25
Here’s the lineup for children’s programming for this weekend (Aug. 24/25):. Mission Unstoppable – 10 a.m. Hope in the Wild – 10:30 a.m. Tails of Valor – 11 a.m. Recipe Rehab – 11:30 a.m. SUNDAY, Aug. 25:. Ocean Mysteries – 6 a.m. The...
New water lines for Woodrow Wilson High School
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Woodrow Wilson High will be receiving some much needed water line repairs. The school is currently working with water lines that are almost 60 years old. Raleigh County Board of Education approved a $2 million bid to replace the lines back in July, 2024. The School Building Authority of West Virginia […]
The 25th annual Oak Leaf Festival is here
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS)– Prepare to “leaf” the boring behind and instead get ready for the annual Oak Leaf Festival! The 25th annual Oak Leaf Festival is scheduled to run from Saturday, August 24, 2024 to Sunday, September 1, 2024. The festival will have some new things this year, along with the returning familiar favorites […]
West Virginia Weather Alert: Monday to See Scorching Temperatures Across the State
Charleston, WV – West Virginians can expect rising temperatures and clear skies starting today and continuing through the weekend. With no rain in sight, outdoor activities should proceed without weather disruptions, though precautions are advised. The National Weather Service has forecast highs of 88°F in Charleston today, increasing to...
Justice announces Medicaid rate increase in hopes of improving state’s in-home care worker shortage
Gov. Jim Justice announced Thursday that his administration will increase its funding for state programs that provide in-home care for people with disabilities, seniors and others in hopes of addressing a workforce shortage. The funding will go toward a 15% Medicaid reimbursement rate increase for providers that serve vulnerable adults and children in state waiver […]
Justice attorneys say mine companies can’t pay remaining debt from health, safety fines
In a new filing this week, attorneys for 23 coal companies owned by Gov. Jim Justice and his family argue that a federal court cannot put the companies in contempt for nonpayment of fines due to them being unable to pay the fines. The memorandum — filed Tuesday with the U.S. District Court for the […]
Arby’s Foundation Gives Back To WV Community, Donates to Children in Need
BECKLEY W.Va. (WVDN) – The Arby’s Foundation recently raised funds for both the Children’s Home Society of West Virginia and the Raleigh County Board of Education, totaling more than $15,000 donated to West Virginia children in need. Over the course of six weeks, all Arby’s locations in the Charleston/Huntington and Beckley/Bluefield markets, in conjunction with […] The post Arby’s Foundation Gives Back To WV Community, Donates to Children in Need appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
THE RESULTS ARE IN! WV Secretary of State Mac Warner announces results of “The Kid’s Ballot” from votes cast at the WV State Fair
CHARLESTON W.Va. (Hinton News) – The 2024 WV State Fair has concluded and so has the voting for some of the Fair's favorite foods, animals, and rides. "The Kid's Ballot" is a fun program conducted during the State Fair by WV Secretary of State Mac Warner and his team. This was the third consecutive year that the Secretary of State's booth in the West Virginia Building featured the Ballot for young Fair-goers. This initiative aims to instill early civic engagement among children, giving them a taste of the democratic process. More than 450 kids visited the Secretary of State's booth to cast their votes...
Local restaurant opens new location in Star City
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - A local restaurant has opened up a second location in Morgantown. Mountain State Brewing Company’s new Star City location makes the fifth location for the restaurant in the area. Other locations are located in Morgantown, Bridgeport, Thomas and Deep Creek, Maryland. The new Star City...
White, Donaldson, and Greene lead West Virginia’s powerful rushing attack in the revamped Big 12
West Virginia has its strong rushing game returning, and if the improvements on a weak defense can prevent some of the problems from last year, the Mountaineers could make an impact in the Big 12 Conference this season. West Virginia finished third in the Bowl Subdivision with 229 rushing yards...
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