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Despite rain, drought persists in WV, KY & OH
(WOWK) — The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor is out (Thursday, July 25), showing that the entire WOWK-TV viewing area is under abnormally dry or moderate or severe drought conditions. The previous week did see significant rainfall especially in the southern coalfield counties of Kentucky and West Virginia. The weather is expected to be dry once […]
These upcoming tournaments are for a very good cause
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Dragon’s Den Gaming is hosting tournaments throughout August for a good cause. Starting on August 3rd, tournaments are being held to help out the Humane Society of Raleigh County. Buy-in for the tournaments will be a 5 to 10 dollar bag of cat or dog food. If you do not want […]
Beckley PD Junior Police Academy
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a police officer? Kids were not only having fun, but they were also shadowing police officers at the Beckley Police Department. The Junior Police Academy is a one-week program for kids to get a hands-on experience and training from police officers. […]
A ‘Scent’-sational store in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Residents of the City of Beckley have a ‘scent’ of good taste! Especially when it comes to one local artisan store that specializes in everything that smells good! Scentister owners have their roots in Texas but have called West Virginia home for the past few years. The shop sells anything from […]
Deputies continue to investigate 2019 shooting death of Dunbar woman
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Sunday marks a somber five-year anniversary as deputies continue to search for a Kanawha County woman's murderer. In the early morning hours of July 28, 2019, investigators found the body of 52-year-old Alice Maria Washington inside a Dunbar apartment, according to a news release from the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office.
Man indicted in woman’s death
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A Kanawha County grand jury handed down an indictment against a man charged with the shooting death of a Charleston woman in December 2023. Dominick Gray, of Columbus, was indicted on July 26 on charges of first degree murder, using a gun during a felony, malicious wounding and being a convicted felon with a gun.
Kanawha County man convicted on federal robbery and gun charges, prosecutors say
CROSS LANES, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Kanawha County man faces a 10 year minimum sentence after he was convicted of federal robbery and firearms charges, prosecutors say. Camri Calrissian White, 25, of Cross Lanes, was convicted on charges of robbery, shooting a firearm during a violent crime and being a felon in possession of a gun in connection to the robbery of a convenience store in his hometown in July 2023, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of West Virginia.
Vehicle crashes in Blue Creek, damages a gas line, dispatchers say
BLUE CREEK, W.Va. (WCHS) — A vehicle crash has damaged a gas line in the Blue Creek area of Kanawha County, dispatchers say. Reports of the crash came in at about 7:45 p.m. along Elk River Road where a vehicle hit another parked car, breaking a gas line that ran through the area. Emergency services have responded to the scene.
Triple B Eatery brings a unique spin on a kid favorite food
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (WVNS) – The Nicholas County Fair has plenty of tasty food trucks. And one food truck is certain to entertain both adults and kids. Triple B Eatery is a brand new business that opened its doors last April. They primarily serve one dish: grilled cheese sandwiches. From the simple to the gourmet, the […]
The Nicholas County Fair is back for its 99th celebration
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (WVNS) – The Nicholas County Fair is back and better than ever. Whether you’re here for the animals, the food, or even the rides, the fair has something for everyone. The fair’s been going strong for 99 years, an event that predates the start of World War 2. President Michelle Underwood said this […]
DNR Announces the Reopening of Summersville Lake Wildlife Management Area Archery Trail and Range
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that the Summersville Lake Wildlife Management Area (WMA) archery trail and range has been updated and reopened for public use. Through a cooperative effort between the WVDNR, the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and the Summersville Chapter of the National...
Pipestem State Park offers new summer fun
People looking to beat the summer heat wave may want to take a drive to Pipestem State Park. Pipestem Adventures has upgraded the fun you can have at the lake. “We’ve kinda re-configured the lake toys and the lake feature.. We’ve always had the huge big inflatables. ... But we’ve made some obstacle courses this year. We find that people like to be competitive. And so we’ve had those long runs now that have things you gotta - climb through, go around and compete with your friends and it’s been a big hit,” Paul Buechler CEO of Pipestem Adventures said.
Clear Fork couple asks community for help repairing an “orphan” bridge
CLEAR FORK, WV (WVNS) — Abby Boggess and David Smith of Clear Fork said they are one of around four families who have to cross an “orphaned” bridged to leave home, and they are asking charities, agencies, and individuals in the region to help make the bridge safe. The bridge, which crosses the creek at […]
The bells of Notre Dame ring loudly at Carnegie Hall this weekend
LEWISBURG, WV (WOAY)- The bells of Notre Dame and their famous bell ringer have made their way to Lewisburg. The Greenbrier Valley Theatre, Carnegie Hall, and the Greenbrier Valley Chorale will be putting on “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.” This will be the first time the three organizations have teamed up to put on a show.
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