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Marshall University’s first Invent2Prevent team earns honorable mention
Under the leadership of Dr. Debra Young, assistant professor for the Master of Social Work program, eight social work students participated in the applied advertising category of the Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Prevention Program and Partnerships’ Invent2Prevent (I2P) program. I2P is an experiential learning program for...
Shark Safety: Marshall University environmental science professor gives tips
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The state of Florida saw three shark attacks in the month of June, on top of an attack on a West Virginia teen in North Carolina. The headlines are leaving tourists and swimmers on edge. “It’s very unlikely to happen. You’re much more likely to be...
Treating Fatty Liver Disease with Marshall Health Network
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Early detection and intervention are key to preventing the progression of liver disease. Marshall Health liver specialist Dr. Tejas Joshi stopped by First Look at Four to talk treatment options.
Intoxicated man arrested for grabbing deputy’s arm
CABELL COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An intoxicated man is behind bars after calls were made he was beating and kicking a dog. On Sunday, June 30, 2024, at around 7 pm, a Deputy, accompanied by Home Confinement Officer Thiesson, arrived at Short St. in Huntington, WV, to follow up on a report of a man […]
HSO's Red, White & Boom
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - You can get tickets at the event or at huntingtonsymphony.org. Tickets are $25 today at box office or online. They are $30 on site at the event tomorrow. The event is free for children 6-years-old and younger. College students can get in for half price with...
Longstanding tradition, Mountain State Art and Craft Fair returns to Jackson County for 62nd year
RIPLEY, W.Va. — Thousands will be making their return to Ripley on the Fourth of July to get a taste of true Appalachian tradition during the 62nd annual Mountain State Art and Craft Fair. MSACF will return to the Cedar Lakes Conference Center on Thursday, July 4 through Sunday,...
Wooster grad Mason Frazier in the hunt at Ohio Open
WESTFIELD CENTER — Mason Frazier will be the first one to tell you that playing in the Ohio Open Championship is far from a usual tournament. In his fourth go-round in the event, the Wooster graduate entered Tuesday’s second round at Westfield Country Club with a chance to make the cut for the first time in his career. ...
Cabell Midland's Michael Lunsford is ready to take his throwing talent to Ohio State
ONA, W.Va. (WCHS) — Cabell Midland's Michael Lunsford is a tremendous athlete -- a Division 1 talent. Already signed to play football at Marshall, Lunsford went on to beak a 39-year-old shot put state record and followed that up by becoming a state champion. Ohio State came calling, changing Michael's life forever.
Recovering alcoholic built Kentucky’s largest substance-use treatment provider, which has 1,800 beds and 1,350 employees
LOUISA — Around the office at Addiction Recovery Care, Vanessa Keeton is still known as “Client One” — marking her status as the first client of the first recovery center ARC opened as a group home in Lawrence County. But her official title is vice president...
Former St. Albans High School girls’ basketball coach under investigation
St. Albans High School girls' basketball coach Ricky Steele is no longer the coach at the school, Kanawha County Schools officials said on Tuesday. At the same time, St. Albans Police Chief Marc Gilbert told 13 News there is an ongoing investigation into Steele.
Metro 911 to host Mt. Olive Pickle Eating Contest next week
NITRO, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Like pickles? Think you can out-eat other pickle lovers in West Virginia? Then you may be able to win $100. The annual Mt. Olive pickle eating contest will take place on Friday, July 12th, starting at 6:15 PM in Nitro. The event is being hosted by Metro 911. Participants will compete […]
2 DUI checkpoints to be held in NCWV next week
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia State Police will hold two DUI checkpoints in North Central West Virginia next week. The first checkpoint will be held in Monongalia County on Thursday, July 11th along U.S. Route 19/WV Route 7. This checkpoint will take place near the Pursglove post office...
Pike man charged with breaking into day care center
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A Pike County man is in jail following a breaking-and-entering at a day care center. Pikeville Police were called Friday regarding an overnight break-in at Model City Daycare. Officers reviewed security video, which showed two people entering the building through a second-floor door, then wander from...
White Couple Accused Of Adopting Black Children And Forcing Them To Work “As Slaves” On Farm In West Virginia
Jeanne Whitefeather and Donald Lutz face numerous criminal charges, including human trafficking, forced labor and child neglect. A white West Virginia couple is accused of adopting five Black children and forcing them to work on their farm. The couple faces numerous criminal charges, including human trafficking, forced labor, and child neglect, NBC reports.
Ohio gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.54 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.35 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 22 cents since last month. According...
Weather Alert: Ohio, Western Pennsylvania Prepare for Holiday Storms
Ohio and Western Pennsylvania are expected to experience a mix of showers and thunderstorms over the Fourth of July holiday period, impacting outdoor celebrations and activities. According to the US National Weather Service Pittsburgh, showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast tonight and on Independence Day. While the weather won’t be a complete washout, intermittent rain is expected.
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