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WVDNR reopens Summersville Lake WMA Archery Trail and Range
SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. (WVDN) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that the Summersville Lake Wildlife Management Area (WMA) archery trail and range has been updated and reopened for public use. Through a cooperative effort between the WVDNR, the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and the Summersville Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation, a […] The post WVDNR reopens Summersville Lake WMA Archery Trail and Range appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Tucker Begins Competition at 2024 Paris Olympics on Saturday
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – West Virginia University rifle All-American Mary Tucker will compete for the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Tucker will take part in three events over the course of a week, competing in mixed team air rifle, women's air rifle and women's smallbore. Below is the full schedule. All rounds will take place at the Chateauroux Shooting Center. Schedule: Saturday, July 27, 3 a.m. ET: Mixed Team Air Rifle Qualification Saturday, July 27, 4:30 a.m. ET: Mixed Team Air Rifle Bronze Match Final Saturday, July 27, 5 a.m. ET: Mixed Team Air Rifle Gold Match Final...
Remembering the Tragedy in the Mountains: Two years later
EASTERN KENTUCKY (WOWK) – It has been two years since torrential flooding swept through Eastern Kentucky, killing more than 40 people across multiple counties. The heavy rainfall began on July 25, 2022, and continued through July 30, 2022. According to the National Weather Service, a total of 24 flash flood warnings were issued between July […]
Wayne County woman dies in overnight fire
KENOVA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wayne County woman has passed away as a result of a fire early Friday morning. The West Virginia State Fire Marshal reports that, at around 3:00am on the morning of Friday, July 26, 2024, a residential fire occurred in the 1700 Block of Poplar Street in the Kenova area. Authorities […]
Deputies continue to investigate 2019 shooting death of Dunbar woman
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Sunday marks a somber five-year anniversary as deputies continue to search for a Kanawha County woman's murderer. In the early morning hours of July 28, 2019, investigators found the body of 52-year-old Alice Maria Washington inside a Dunbar apartment, according to a news release from the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office.
Man indicted on more charges in murder of Charleston mom
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A man accused of murdering a mother and injuring her child in Charleston has been indicted on more charges. According to Kanawha County Court Records, Dominick Gray, 38, of Columbus was indicted Thursday, July 25, on the charges of first-degree murder, use of a firearm during the commission of a felony, […]
Indictments handed down in handful of high-profile Kanawha County cases
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A handful of indictments were handed down by a Kanawha County grand jury Friday in several high-profile cases. A man accused of killing two family members of his girlfriend was indicted by a Kanawha County grand jury Friday. Markus Guy, 32, of Charleston was...
Huntington woman indicted for allegedly dropkicking child on video in 2022
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – A woman has been indicted after a video of her allegedly kicking a child in the head surfaced in the summer of 2022. According to Cabell County Circuit Court documents, a grand jury indicted Staci Lynn Burgy on a charge of “child abuse creating risk of injury.” She was arrested in […]
Two Michigan men indicted on drug charges in Cabell County
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — Two Michigan men were indicted after the Huntington Police Department’s SWAT Team arrested them on drug charges back in February 2023. Damon Brown and Clarence Walls were both arrested after the SWAT Team searched a home on 7th Avenue in Huntington on Feb. 1, 2023, the city police department said […]
One dead after trailer fire in Kanawha County
CLENDENIN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A trailer fire in the Clendenin area of Kanawha has claimed the life of one resident according to reports. The Clendenin Volunteer Fire Department has indicated that, on Thursday, July 25, 2024, a structure fire was reported in the Jordan Creek Road area. Engine 1 with the CVFD arrived at the […]
Marshall University alumnus Allen Hager pledges $1 million toward Marshall For All, Marshall Forever program
Marshall University has announced a pledge of $1 million from alumnus Allen Hager in support of the Marshall For All, Marshall Forever program. “I am delighted to receive such a generous financial commitment from Mr. Hager in support of Marshall For All,” said Marshall’s President Brad D. Smith. “Beyond the incredible financial support, Allen is a role model and invaluable thought partner for me and the campus community. As an alum, he has seen the transformational power of Marshall firsthand – and he uniquely understands and appreciates what his contribution means to the next generation of Marshall students.”
Ravenswood Ohio River Festival set to delight with Star Performers and more
RAVENSWOOD, WV (WOWK) – A beloved annual tradition is returning to Jackson County, WV. Festival-goers can enjoy inflatables, carnival rides and entertainment at The Ravenswood Ohio River Festival. Friday night entertainment features Kate Boytek at 6:30 p.m., followed by 2022 American Idol winner Noah Thompson at 8 p.m. Saturday...
Inaugural Poca River Fest scheduled for Aug. 9-11
POCA, W.Va. (WCHS) — Putnam County has planned a summertime festival next month, featuring riverfront activities, vendors, food and live music. The inaugural Poca River Fest has been scheduled for Aug. 9-11 hosted by the Poca River Hunting, Fishing and Recreation Club. The festivities kick off Friday, Aug. 9...
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