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Person struck by vehicle in South Charleston
SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – One person is being taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle in South Charleston. According to Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers, the incident happened around 12:51 p.m. in the 4100 block of MacCorkle Avenue SW in South Charleston. Dispatchers say the vehicle that struck the person did […]
Sandy McClain leaves children unattended in Walmart parking lot while getting her hair done
59-year-old Sandy McClain was caught leaving her grandchildren unattended in the back of her blue Chevy Trax in the Walmart parking lot on Fort Campbell Boulevard on July 29th. When officers arrived, they were informed that McClain had left her vehicle unlocked, with the windows down and the engine off, while the children were inside. Shortly after receiving this information, officers observed McClain come out of Walmart and approach her car.
Louisa City Council Regular Meeting Tonite, June 11, 2024 – 6:00PM
Approve minutes for June 05, 2024. Second reading of Ordinance 2024-01, City of Louisa 2024-2025 budget. Second reading of Ordinance 2024-02, City Employee Compensation. Second reading of Ordinance 2024-03, Louisa Utility budget. Second reading of Ordinance 2024-04, Utility Employees Compensation. Appointment of City Clerk. MOA with Lawrence County Fiscal Court.
In Wheeling, residents are worried about children, inflation and jobs
In a series of conversations and interviews this month in Wheeling, voters said they feel like politicians aren’t responding to urgent, unaddressed problems in West Virginia. This is part of Mountain State Spotlight’s ongoing effort to talk with residents in all of West Virginia’s 55 counties in the run-up to the 2024 election. We’re asking […] In Wheeling, residents are worried about children, inflation and jobs appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
West Virginia senator loses committee roles following indecent exposure arrest
(The Center Square) – Republican West Virginia Senator Mike Maroney has been removed from his committee chairman responsibilities and committee appointments after he was arrested and charged with two misdemeanors in Marshall County on Tuesday. Senate President Craig Blair, R-Berkeley, said Maroney, R-Marshall, is entitled to due process. Maroney was arrested for indecent exposure and disorderly conduct after he was “accused of performing an overt act of self gratification” at...
West Virginia State Senator being recognized nationally for her work
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — One local state senator is being recognized nationally for her efforts, contribution, and achievements as an elected official. West Virginia Senator Laura Wakim Chapman who serves in District 1 was recently awarded the Legislators Excellence Award from the Reason Foundation. The Reason Foundation is a national organization that focuses on free […]
West Virginia sends $12M to state's volunteer fire departments
(The Center Square) – West Virginia again is sending $12 million to fire departments and emergency services across the state. The measure was funded through House Bill 5128, with Gov. Jim Justice holding a ceremonial signing of the bill joined by the West Virginia Firemen’s Association. The bill sends $6 million to the state’s Fire Protection Fund, where it will be evenly distributed to volunteer fire departments across the state...
Kanawha County Prosecutor’s Office launches VOICE initiative
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – There is a new policy in place in Kanawha County aimed at putting away violent criminals. Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney Debra Rusnak announced the Violent Offender Initiative for Community Empowerment, or VOICE is designed to toughen penalties on people who commit gun crimes, sex crimes and crimes against children. The […]
Attorney for accused murderer in Amber Spradlin case facing contempt of court
PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - One attorney is facing a possible contempt of court charge after questions were raised about the validity of a motion to dismiss a murder indictment. Michael Kent “M.K.” McKinney’s attorney, Randy Martin O’Neal, filed a motion last week to dismiss the indictment against M.K. McKinney, who...
Lawrence Co. Girls Soccer Will Open The Season Tonight On The Turf Versus Belfry
Louisa, Ky. — New Lawrence Co. Girls Soccer head coach Sonny Mynhier will make his debut tonight at home against Belfry. Front L to R Sophomore Angel Perry, Freshman Emalynn Kitts, Junior Allie Collinsworth, Junior Reagan Webb, Junior Molly McClanahan, Sophomore Amity Runyon, Freshman Ady Bartley. Back L to...
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