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Loudendale VFD sending aid to Tennessee first responders
LOUDENDALE, WV (WOWK) – While some parts of the Mountain State were battered by remnants of Helene, Tennessee was also majorly impacted by the hurricane’s aftermath. Because of the damage in the Volunteer State, first responders from our area are putting boots on the ground and stepping into action to volunteer their services to the […]
Board of Education to begin discussions on closing Clay County Middle School
CLAY COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — The Clay County Board of Education will begin the process of closing Clay County Middle School at their meeting on Tuesday, according to the agenda. At Tuesday’s meeting, they are slated to vote on scheduling four public meetings and when the board would take action on the school’s closure. The […]
West Virginia lawmakers delay taking up income tax cut and approve brain research funds
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia lawmakers speedily approved funding for the state veterans home, a program to help kids at risk of dropping out of school and other proposals on Monday after gaveling in for a special session called by Republican Gov. Jim Justice. The GOP-controlled Legislature deferred action on proposals for an income tax cut and a child-dependent tax credit until Sunday, when lawmakers were already scheduled to return for interim meetings. Both the House and Senate voted to bypass a rule requiring bills to be read three times on three separate days to greenlight the funding proposals, which now head to the governor’s desk. The funding approved includes $1.2 million for the West Virginia Veterans Home in Barboursville and $10 million for Communities In Schools, a program that helps support students from low-income families to graduate high school.
Charleston’s Peanut Shoppe to ‘shell-ebrate' Tuesday with Nutmobile stop
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- If you happen upon Capitol Street’s Peanut Shoppe on Tuesday, Oct. 1, plan for things to get a little, well, nuts. In addition to their regionally famous roasted peanuts and other sweet treats, the Peanut Shoppe will host Planters Nutmobile on Tuesday.
Planters NutMobile shells out smiles in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The Planters NutMobile made its way to the Capital City on Tuesday! The unique, peanut-shaped vehicle stopped by The Peanut Shoppe on Capitol Street in downtown Charleston for a few hours, shelling out lots of smiles! The Peanut doors were open for tours, and the small crew, the Peanutters, spoke about […]
East Bank fire department, football team seek donations for North Carolina flood victims
EAST BANK, W.Va. -- A fire department and football team in eastern Kanawha County is collecting items for victims of flooding in North Carolina. The East Bank Fire Department announced its donation drive on social media.
Race for District 57 on Inside West Virginia Politics
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk to both parties in the race for District 57, learn about the VA’s Housing First approach and explore the latest inductees to the WV Broadcasting Hall of Fame. In Segment One, we talk to Kanawha County District 57 Delegate Hollis […]
Local ambulance authority recognizes ‘most valuable providers’
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Four Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority employees have recently been recognized for their work with the public. The “Most Valuable Providers” (MVP) awards, bestowed quarterly by the county organization, recognize emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics and other first responders “for their compassionate patient care, hard work and dedication,” officials said.
WV Department of Health hosts Pediatric EMS Symposium at Summit Bechtel Reserve
GLEN JEAN, WV (WVNS) — In an effort to support the medical care for kids in the state, the West Virginia EMS for Children Pediatric Symposium is taking place through October 2nd at the Boy Scouts of America’s Summit Bechtel Reserve in Glen Jean. The event features workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions that are designed […]
14 Kanawha Valley individuals, organizations win 'We Love Our Community' awards
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Individuals and organizations throughout the Kanawha Valley were recently recognized for their commitment to the communities they live in. The Charleston Area Alliance presented 14 “We Love Our Community” awards on Monday evening. The nonprofit organization works with individuals, businesses and other organizations through various economic and community development projects.
Student essay winner, National Merit Scholar award recipient to be recognized at upcoming meeting of Fayette County Commission
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The upcoming Regular Session meeting of the Fayette County Commission is set to take place this week and will see consideration of letters recognizing the Fayette Student Essay winner and Fayette Student for National Merit Scholar Award recipient, respectively. Scheduled for 9:00am on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, the session will follow […]
Central IL volunteers support hurricane victims with Ameren
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) – Ameren Illinois volunteers are helping those impacted by Hurricane Helene. More than a dozen are from Central Illinois. “They are the heroes to the people who are without power, that’s for sure,” Ameren Illinois Brian Bertsch said. More than 115 people have died across six states since the storm hit the […]
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