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West Virginia: Independence Day Severe Weather Alert
West Virginia is expected to have active weather starting late Wednesday night and continuing into the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The National Weather Service in Charleston, West Virginia, reports that significant storms with the possibility of lightning and wind gusts that could cause damage are predicted for Thursday. When thunderstorms are present, residents are recommended to seek cover.
West Virginia Independence Day Plans Threatened by Storms
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents are preparing for a wet Fourth of July as meteorologists predict a day of showers and thunderstorms. The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a marginal (level 1) risk for severe thunderstorms and excessive rainfall throughout the holiday. According to the US...
Promotional activity around Regatta kicks off as well as other activity on first day of five-day festival
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Sternwheel Regatta officially kicked off at noon Wednesday and will be filling up the Capital City with a plethora of activity until Sunday. Charleston Convention and Visitor’s Bureau President and CEO Tim Brady said after all of the anticipation, the third year is finally here again since the Regatta came back to the city in 2022.
2024 Sternwheel Regatta kicks off in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – It’s that time again! The Charleston Sternwheel Regatta, the Capital City’s biggest summer event, kicked off in Charleston on Wednesday. The festivities officially got underway at 1 p.m. when the carnival opened, and about 60 food trucks and vendors lined up along the Kanawha Boulevard. Wednesday’s events included the Wheelwash Beer […]
WHERE TO WATCH: Fourth of July fireworks to fill the night sky this week
Residents in the Tri-State area will have no shortage of places to watch Fourth of July fireworks celebrations this week. Most municipalities in the region have decided to hold their firework displays on Thursday, July 4, including the following areas:. Charleston. Hurricane. Barboursville. Ripley. Ashland, Kentucky. Portsmouth, Ohio. Charleston’s firework...
Federal disaster declared for April 11 storm in Kanawha County
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va — Kanawha County has learned that the White House has declared a federal disaster declaration for flooding that happened in parts of Charleston and parts of western Kanawha County on April 11th. The declaration is for individual assistance. Kanawha County Emergency Management Director C.W. Sigman says...
Justice calls for additional income tax cuts while celebrating revenue numbers
CHARLESTON — While making his last tax revenue report to a packed room of state employees, lawmakers, and supporters, Gov. Jim Justice said Monday he will call lawmakers into an August or September special session to make further cuts to the personal income tax and pass a tax rebate for childcare.
Public officials give firework safety tips ahead of July 4
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Some 9,700 firework-related emergency room visits were recorded in 2023, making July 4 a dangerous time for anyone using recreational fireworks. Kanawha County emergency management and the ambulance authority said the use of fireworks is not recommended by their agencies. Mike Oakley said if you decide...
Vendors and local businesses prepare for Sternwheel Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The Sternwheel Regatta in downtown Charleston brings out boats along the river and street vendors to Kanawha Boulevard. Bandit BBQ has set up shop at the regatta for the past three years, and one of the owners, Laura Cook, said it’s an event worth planning for.
WHAT TO KNOW: Charleston Sternwheel Regatta returns July 3-7
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — One of Charleston’s signature events – the Sternwheel Regatta – is set to take over downtown once again this week. The five-day festival runs from July 3-7 and will feature activities and events at locations across the city, including Haddad Riverfront Park, City Center at Slack Plaza and Magic Island.
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