Fort Gay
LATEST NEWS
Restaurant break-in caught on surveillance video
BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. (WSAZ) - West Virginia State Police are asking for your help after a break-in at a restaurant in Barboursville last weekend. Troopers say, on Sunday, July 7, a person broke into 3 Amigos restaurant near Nichols Elementary School. At the time of the break-in, the suspect had on...
Pro Road National Championships generate millions in economic impact for Charleston
The 2024 USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships brought in an estimated $4.6 million in economic impact, with visitor spending up 22% and 2,794 overnight guests staying in West Virginia's capital city.
Kanawha County Public Library is ‘bursting’ with fun for all ages
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Kids of all ages were just bursting with excitement Wednesday afternoon at the Kanawha County Public Library where they were able to make their own bubbles. The bubbly fun is a part of the Summer Library Club, where kids can participate in fun programs, attend events, and advance their reading skills. […]
‘I’ve faced struggles in my life’: Teen golfer in Ohio to compete in one-armed golf tournament
IRONTON, OH (WOWK) — One teen golfer is heading to a national tournament as he continues to overcome obstacles both on and off the green. Brandon Mefford is just 15 years old, but he’s not your average golfer. “When I was three years old, I was in a lawn mower accident. I cut off my […]
AUSTINTOWN IS ALL BUSINESS AGAINST ROCK HILL
BOARDMAN, OH- Mila Hamley was lights out in the circle, racking up 16 strikeouts as Austintown 12U Allstars took down Rock Hill All Stars 4-0 on Thursday. Hamley was nearly untouchable, giving up just one hit and no runs over six innings, without walking a single batter. Austintown broke the...
McDowell County Correctional Officer caught trying to smuggle drugs to inmates
MCDOWELL COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Stevens Correctional Officer was arrested after he was caught with drugs and intending to smuggle drugs to inmates. Sheriff Muncy directed Corporal Martin to take K9 Azra to Stevens Correctional Center on Virginia Ave. Corporal Martin was instructed to have K9 Azra sniff every vehicle in the public parking […]
Austintown 12U softball wins state tournament opener
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – Austintown 12U Softball won its opening game of the Ohio Little League State Softball Tournament over Rock Hill 4-0 on Thursday evening at the Fields of Dreams in Boardman. It was a big 4th inning that provided Austintown with four runs to take a commanding...
Louisa set for Country Music Highway Tribute Show
LOUISA, Ky. (WSAZ) - Downtown Louisa will be home to the Shaping our Appalachian Region (SOAR) Country Music Highway Tribute show starting Friday. The two-day event features musical performances from Noah Thompson, Ricky Skaggs and the Kentucky Thunder, among others. Live music starts from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, July...
‘Kids Market at the Store’ Program Offers Free Food for Families in West Virginia
WHEELING, W.Va. — A special nutrition initiative called ‘Kids Market at the Store’ is providing free food for families across West Virginia, and all it takes to participate is a token. The West Virginia University Extension Family Nutrition Program offers free fruits and vegetables at more than...
AG Morrisey, Lainey Armistead give major update on fight to defend West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey was joined by Lainey Armistead, a former team captain for the West Virginia State University women’s soccer team, to follow up on the protection of the integrity of women’s sports at a press conference on Thursday, July 11, 2024, in Charleston, West Virginia. The Save Women’s […]
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.