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West Virginia Weather: High Pressure Brings Heat, Sporadic Rain Expected
Charleston, WV – Residents should prepare for a hot and humid day with temperatures climbing to 88°F. The National Weather Service indicates that high pressure from the north and a southern disturbance will lead to scattered rain showers and possible thunderstorms, especially in higher elevations. Charleston is expected...
West Virginia governor’s bulldog gets her own bobblehead after GOP convention appearance
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s English bulldog is getting her own bobblehead. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in Milwaukee announced plans Friday for a bobblehead doll for the 60-pound (27-kilogram) Babydog. It comes after her appearance on stage with the governor at the Republican National Convention in the city on Tuesday night.
Betly celebrates 1 year of iGaming in West Virginia by giving back
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – It’s a major milestone in the world of gaming for West Virginians! Friday marks the first anniversary of iGaming in the state. To mark the anniversary, Betly Casino and Sportsbook is celebrating with a generous donation to a local charity. They gave United Way of Central West Virginia $5,000! “It’s important […]
Local school librarian nominated as finalist for 2025 West Virginia Service Personnel of the Year
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — A Marshall County School employee is gaining state-wide recognition for her exceptional role in serving two elementary schools. Nicole McCulley is among five finalists for the 2025 West Virginia Service Personnel of the Year. She serves as Center McMechen and Glen Dale Elementary School’s librarian. Her peers recognized McCulley’s dedication […]
Lobbyists file reports covering 2024 West Virginia legislative session expenses
CHARLESTON — Lobbying expenses on lawmakers during the West Virginia Legislature’s 2024 regular session earlier this year were on par with expenses during the same time period last year, while one county government and one public university filed contracts for lobbying services by a July 1 deadline. Registered...
East Bank community concerned for the future of their football field
EAST BANK, W.Va (WCHS) — Structural engineers recommended East Bank Middle School to not use their football field until serious repairs are made. They were told the students can use this field for practices, but because the bleachers and press box have been condemned by the county, they are unable to host games there.
West Virginia man arrested after allegedly forcing woman into car by gunpoint
WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — A West Virginia man is facing multiple charges including kidnapping, domestic assault, battery, and others. According to the West Virginia State Police, on Friday troopers were called to a domestic situation that involved weapons. When troopers arrived, the victim, Carlie Blankenship, 29, of Huntington, told police that her ex-boyfriend had […]
Mountaineer Food Bank works to fight food insecurity
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK)– Mountaineer Food Bank hosted a free choice-produce market for residents of Kanawha County on Friday. The market was open to anyone of any financial status and offered fresh fruits and vegetables like apples and potatoes. The food bank’s mobile market takes place on the third Friday of every month. Mountaineer Food Bank […]
Drivers could get $500 or jail time after July 22 crackdown on road position – cops think it’ll make you ‘safer’
A STATE has expanded a law mandating drivers to move over or slow down for emergency personnel and police - now everyone is covered. Enough close calls pushed lawmakers to expand the law to all stopped vehicles, and heightened penalties to incentivize drivers. Kentucky always had a law protecting ambulances,...
Worldwide IT outages translate to delays at W.Va. International Yeager Airport
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A worldwide information technology glitch translated into some long delays at the West Virginia International Yeager Airport in Charleston Friday. Delays hit travelers coming to and from the capital city flying United, American and Delta, leading to lines forming at ticket counters. The problem was...
Marshall cybersecurity professor explains widespread impact of global IT outage
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A software update gone wrong for a global cybersecurity company sent industries on into a frenzy Friday, affecting flights, banks and even emergency services. CrowdStrike, which provides companies with cybersecurity protections, did an overnight update on software written for Microsoft Windows computers. When computers went...
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