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Jackson Township trustees approve changes for housing development
Jackson Township trustees Tuesday meeting ACTION: Held a public hearing for a previously approved planned urban development plan. DISCUSSION: Trustees held a public hearing to see proposed changes to a previously...
Charleston Sternwheel Regatta grows again
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Charleston city leaders indicated the Sternwheel Regatta for a third straight year grew significantly in 2024. The four day event from early July featured 235,000 visitors to the Capitol City. Mayor Amy Goodwin said it was a huge reflection they have tapped into a strong vein of support.
Safe Haven Baby Box installed at St. Albans Fire Department
ST ALBANS, WV (WOWK) — A Kanawha County fire department is celebrating a milestone Monday in the ongoing effort to protect abandoned infants. The third Safe Haven Baby Box in the state of West Virginia has been installed at the St. Albans Fire Department. The fire department and the Safe Haven Baby Box organization hosted […]
Appalachian Power, Wheeling Power questioned about cost recoveries
CHARLESTON — Attorneys representing environmental and consumer advocacy groups questioned Monday the decision-making by subsidiaries of Columbus-based American Electric Power regarding its coal supplies while the companies are seeking a cost recovery for its expenses. Meanwhile, the companies are seeking a new base rate increase request through the Public...
West Virginia senator removed as committee chair after indecent exposure charges
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The chair of a key West Virginia state legislative committee was removed from his position by chamber leadership Wednesday after being charged with indecent exposure and disorderly conduct. Republican Sen. Mike Maroney, who led the state Senate Health and Human Resources Committee, was arrested Tuesday...
Attorney General Morrisey Urges College Students Looking for a Job to Watch Out for Employment Scams
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Thousands of students in the state are getting ready to return to college; some are getting their first crack at higher education. With that, many are set to look for employment to supplement their allowances. College is the first time many young adults are in charge of their own personal affairs, […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Urges College Students Looking for a Job to Watch Out for Employment Scams appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Help showcase on national stage how West Virginia is leading in teacher recruitment
The West Virginia Public Education Collaborative and the Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Education Collaborative hope to tout the new Teachers Ascend into West Virginia program on center stage next year at the South by Southwest EDU Conference. Part of the presentation selection process will be considered through community voting.
State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Wednesday, August 14
GENERAL INFORMATION 8 a.m. – Gates open 11 a.m. – Carnival rides ope 12 p.m. – West Virginia Lottery Opens ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m., 1 p.m. – FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – Catherine Hickland 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – Hot Glass Academy […] The post State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Wednesday, August 14 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Mostly clear skies tonight; more sunshine for Wednesday
Tonight features mostly clear skies and temperatures dipping back into the upper 50s. Once again, it’s the perfect evening to enjoy outside for dinner or if you’re checking out the Anne Wilson concert here at the State Fair of West Virginia! Perhaps even give the air conditioner a break with a light northerly breeze once […]
Players react to WVSSAC reclassification; official responds
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Spring Valley High School football players say the WVSSAC reclassification announced this week is not affecting how they’re approaching the upcoming season. The Timberwolves have been a perennial contender in Class AAA on the gridiron, making three straight title game appearances from 2016 through 2018,...
FIRST ALERT | Chris Bailey tracks an increase in storms
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - We have yet another really nice weather day across the Commonwealth, but things are changing for the end of the week. That’s when showers and thunderstorms increase and a few of them may be on the strong side. Temps today are back into the low...
‘Everyone gets nervous’: Dealing with separation anxiety during back-to-school season
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Back to school is an exciting time for students, families, and teachers, but it is also normal to feel anxious about it. Kanawha County Schools Psychologist Lauren Winter says while it is an exciting transition, it can be especially challenging if you’ve never been to school before. “You may have […]
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