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Grand opening scheduled for new Sheetz in Charleston
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The grand opening of a new Sheetz location in Charleston is scheduled for next week. The grand opening festivities are scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22 outside the store,according to a news release from the company.The new convenience store is located at 5623 MacCorkle Avenue.
Schools in Mason, Roane counties get Friends with Paws
MASON/ROANE COUNTIES, WV (WOWK) – Some students may struggle with the stress of returning to the classroom or arriving for the first time, but one West Virginia program is helping by having man’s best friend step in to help. Two more West Virginia schools were introduced to their new Friends With Paws therapy dogs on […]
Mike Fruth starts scholarships at Ohio Northern University for Pharmacy students
POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. –The recent Fruth Pharmacy Annual Golf Event had a special reason to celebrate this year. The event now in its 33rd year, was held at The Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Hurricane, West Virginia on August 5th. The Fruth Scholarship Program announced the start of another Scholarship to help pharmacy students at Ohio Northern University. The scholarship will provide two $1000. Awards each years and is being funded by Mike Fruth, a pharmacy graduate of Ohio Northen University. Beau Slater, Director of Development for Ohio Northern University was present at the golf event to kick off the announcement of the Mike Fruth Polar Bear Pharmacy Scholarship.
CAMC announces Shelda Martin as new Chief Medical Officer
Shelda Martin, MD, has been promoted to Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Vice President for Medical Affairs after serving as the interim CMO for the last six months. Dr. Martin is a graduate of the West Virginia University School of Medical Technology and School of Medicine. She completed an internal medicine internship and residency at CAMC, including serving as the chief resident.
South Charleston's annual Summerfest kicks off Wednesday
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The 20th Summerfest in South Charleston kicked off Wednesday night. The annual event, complete with inflatables, snow cones, vendors and free live performances every evening, will run through Saturday, Aug. 17. This year’s Summerfest will feature a drone show on Friday. “We’re very...
Parasitic Crypto outbreak identified in Northern Kentucky
The Northern Kentucky Health Department is investigating an outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis, better known as crypto, within the Northern Kentucky area this week. The cryptosporidium parasite causes a gastrointestinal illness marked by abdominal cramps, watery diarrhea, low-grade fever, vomiting and nausea. As of Friday afternoon, there are a dozen confirmed cases and "numerous" probable cases....
‘American Idol’ seeks Ohioans to audition
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — If you think you have what it takes to become the next “American Idol,” this could be your chance. For season 25, “American Idol” is currently conducting free virtual auditions with producers from individuals across the U.S. The show has assigned certain states to a specific audition date as people from […]
OVI Checkpoints this weekend in Ross & Jackson Counties
Chillicothe - The Ohio State Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the Ross County Sheriff’s Office and the Chillicothe Police Department, announced today that an OVI checkpoint will be held from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. friday night on South Bridge Street, in Ross County. The OVI checkpoint, funded by...
PAAC to ‘Seize the Day’ with ’24-’25 season
PORTSMOUTH- The Portsmouth Area Arts Council (PAAC), through its Portsmouth Area Children’s Theatre (PACT), is ready to open yet another season of musical productions, now with its first cast of the season announced for the musical Disney’s Descendants. Once the fall season has wrapped Disney’s Descendants, the troupe...
McKinney asks to be allowed to leave home for work
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. — One of the defendants charged in connection with the death of Amber Spradlin has asked a judge for permission to return to work. Dr. Michael McKinney, who is charged with eight counts of complicity to tamper with physical evidence, filed the motion Thursday afternoon. McKinney posted...
Backpack Bonanza to provide students with school supplies
RIPLEY — The 5th Judicial Circuit Public Defender Corporation, in partnership with Bomar Drop-In Center, will present the “Backpack Bonanza,” a community-driven event to equip local students with the essentials they need to start the school year on the right foot. The event will take place from...
Fayetteville-based Clem’s Grille makes long awaited debut at State Fair
FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) – A Fayetteville business is making its debut at the State Fair of West Virginia this year. Clem’s Grille is serving up hot quesadillas, wraps, wings and fried ravioli bites for the first time ever at the State Fair of West Virginia. Owner Craig Clemens said they have been waiting for 18 […]
The Shepherdstown Chronicle and The Journal exceed expectations at WVPA convention
CHARLESTON — Both the Shepherdstown Chronicle and The Journal were thrilled to be recognized in multiple categories of newspaper excellence at the West Virginia Press Association’s annual convention. The event, hosted in Charleston by WVPA, brought together newspaper personnel from around the state who had submitted entries to the advertising and editorial contests held each year.
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