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KCHA finds rescued pig a forever home
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – The Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association gets all kinds of animals from different situations, and this week, a new, unique pet came into their care! The KCHA is currently housing a rescued pig. KCHA officials say the pig, whom they’ve named Peppa the Pig, was abandoned at a home on Lens Creek […]
Person taken to hospital in Kanawha County crash
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – One person has been taken to the hospital after a crash in the Mink Shoals area. According to Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers, the call for the single-vehicle crash first came in just after 12:15 p.m. Thursday. It happened in the 2900 block of Pennsylvania Avenue B in Mink Shoals. […]
Kanawha County launches safe driving awareness program ahead of back-to-school
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Kanawha County Schools are back in session on Friday, and first responders are once again asking drivers to make sure they slow down. Law enforcement agencies around the county are beefing up patrol with more squad cars and ambulances in school zones. Kanawha County Sheriff Mike Rutherford says through the […]
AccessHealth announces ribbon cutting for new Women’s Health Clinic
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – AccessHealth has announced an upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Women’s Health Clinic located on Harper Road. The event will be held at 12:00pm on Friday, August 23, 2024, at the clinic’s 1731 Harper Road location and lunch will be offered to all who attend. Dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care […]
Community gives feedback at Capitol Connector Project meeting
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A safety project is in the planning stages, and a public meeting held Thursday was aimed at getting feedback. The Capitol Connector Project calls for improving the commuter trails along the Kanawha Boulevard with some infrastructure upgrades including: expanding the pedestrian pathway, lighting upgrades, and enhancing crosswalks.
Health expert reveals what school items are harboring the most germs
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The back-to-school season is in full swing. While it can be an exciting time for both parents and students, there’s a lot to consider. From school supplies, to fashion, to vaccines and lunches, families preparing for the upcoming year, have their hands full. And...
Fayette County Pushes Forward with Buc-ee's Project, Tax Incentives and $15M Loan Approved to Boost Memphis-Area Economy
The Fayette County Industrial Development Board has officially greenlit tax incentives for constructing a Buc-ee’s travel center. With the approval of a 20-year tax increment financing, the infrastructure costs amount to $17 million for necessary improvements like roads, water, and sewer systems. As reported by Action News 5, Fayette County Mayor Rhea Taylor confirmed the move: "The Fayette County Industrial Development Board passed a resolution to issue a note for a TIF for Buc-ee’s Family Travel Center in Gallaway at Exit 28.”
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