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Search for missing Ironton man underway in central Ky.
WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (WSAZ) - A search for a missing man from Ironton, Ohio, remains underway in central Kentucky. According to the Wolfe County Search and Rescue Team, Scott Allen Hern was last seen July 6 in the Red River Gorge area. Hern’s family told rescue teams that he was...
Vehicle erupts into flames after crash on Charleston’s West Side
UPDATE (12:38 p.m. on July 20, 2024) — Power in the affected area has been restored after a vehicle crash in Charleston’s West Side knocked the power out Friday night, according to Appalachian Power. CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — A two-vehicle crash on Charleston’s West Side caused one of them to flip over and crash into […]
Bears and coyotes added to Charleston urban hunting season
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Urban hunting in Charleston will include bears and coyotes beginning this fall. On Monday, Charleston City Council approved a bill that adds bears and coyotes as animals allowed to be hunted within city limits during urban hunting. Previously, only deer were on that list. The bill allows hunters to use crossbows […]
‘I don’t care if the rates increase’: Alum Creek residents voice concerns over water quality
ALUM CREEK, WV (WOWK) — Neighbors in the Alum Creek area in Lincoln County have been dealing with water issues for nearly 17 years and the county Public Service District (PSD) says most of the problems stem from outdated infrastructure. “We’re applying for other grants and stuff to try and get these lines replaced through […]
Alleged monster terrorized Raleigh County community during the 1930s
FIRECO, WV (LOOTPRESS) – In the 1930s, residents of Fireco in Raleigh County were gripped with fear and curiosity as an unknown creature terrorized the town. Locals reported a series of gruesome incidents involving decapitated dogs and brain-eaten hogs, which forced everyone to stay indoors after dark. This mysterious creature, dubbed the Fireco Monster or […]
Mason plans for new splash pad, pickleball courts
MASON, WV (WOWK) – Some big changes are coming to the town of Mason in Mason County, West Virginia. The town of Mason has new renderings for an outdoor facility off Horton and 2nd Street, behind the Senior Center. The current building standing there, which was purchased by the city, is dilapidated and is set to […]
West Virginia reacts to calls for President Biden to end his campaign
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — There are more calls across the nation, including West Virginia, for President Joe Biden to withdraw from his reelection bid. Many are concerned he’s putting other political races in jeopardy. Some national Democrat party leaders have spoken to the president privately, to at least entertain the idea of stepping away from […]
Got dirty water? Has your well gone dry? Tell us about it, West Virginia
As Mountain State Spotlight reporters have traveled the state in recent months, we’ve heard from West Virginians all across the state that they struggle to access clean water. In Ritchie County, the discovery of pollution in drinking water sources has residents worried about how officials will improve their aging water systems. In the southern coalfields, […] Got dirty water? Has your well gone dry? Tell us about it, West Virginia appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
First female astronaut from West Virginia shares dream with the Mountain State
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – One Mountaineer will soon be able to see the Mountain State from way up high, as she gets ready to become the first female astronaut from West Virginia. Emily Calandrelli is the face of the hit Netflix series ‘Emily’s Wonder Lab’. Calandrelli isn’t just a star on the screen, she’s also a […]
Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — Governor Jim Justice and WorkForce West Virginia announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits are available to qualifying individuals living or working in Hancock, Kanawha, Marshall, Ohio, Roane, Wetzel and Wood counties. These counties were designated as major disaster areas by the President on May 24, 2024, following an official request by Gov. Justice. […] The post Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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