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Capital Sports Center expected to open to public in December 2026
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — The Capital Sports Center in Charleston is expected to open to the public in December 2026, according to Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango. The commissioner also said construction on the facility is expected to begin in March 2025, and 90% of the building will be done by December 2026.
Walking in the shoes of a paramedic: Mental health struggles and the reward of the job
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – First responders are equipped to respond to any kind of emergency, but oftentimes, the quantity of 911 calls they respond to and the difficult nature of being there for people in their worst moments can make the job emotionally difficult. The Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority is millions of dollars […]
Youth soccer developments in WV helping athletes play in college
INSTITUTE, WV (WOWK) — Developments in youth soccer across the state are helping youth soccer players get the chance to play at a collegiate level. Over the past few years, West Virginia has seen a steady increase in youth soccer participation, in part due to investments in youth athletics across the state. In southwestern West […]
Belfry Middle School football team hosts memorial game
BELFRY, Ky. (WYMT) - The Belfry Middle School football team opened the 2024 season with a missing piece on the field and in their hearts. “We played the first series of offense and the first series of defense with 10 players on the field on purpose,” head coach Jonathan Bogar said. “We wanted everyone to know that we are missing him and that he is irreplaceable.”
Kentucky high school closes restrooms during class changes
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKRC) - A high school in Kentucky decided to close its restrooms during transitions between classes. According to Lexington Herald-Leader, a spokesperson for Henry Clay High School started the new procedure in response to an increase in "behavior events" in restrooms. A rise in behavior events in restrooms has increased across the entire state of Kentucky.
Lady Pirates win opener against Lawrence County
LOUISA, Ky. — The Belfry girls soccer squad won their first contest of the 2024 season as they traveled to Lawrence County on Aug. 13 and left with a 2-1 win. Senior striker Makena Justice got the scoring started for Belfry as she netted the first goal in the seventh minute of the contest.
Preston Lawhon leads St. Marys to Wirt County Invite title
ELIZABETH — St. Marys High School head golf coach Catie Hamilton watched her Blue Devils top the field here Friday at the Wirt County Invitational held at Mingo Bottom Golf Club. Blue Devil Preston Lawhon earned medalist honors after carding an even par round of 72. Although he hoped...
Multiple people injured in Huntington Waffle House shooting, deputies say
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — UPDATED -4:30 p.m.,8/18/24. At least two people were wounded early Sunday morning after a shooting at the Waffle House in Huntington, deputies said. Reports initially came from the Waffle House manager who contacted deputies after a fight that had broke out at the restaurant. As...
Marshall University to host annual Herd Rally tonight with athletes, Marching Thunder, Marco
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall University and Kindred Communications will kick off the school year and the start of fall sports with their annual Herd Rally at 7 p.m. tonight on Ninth Street, between Third and Fourth avenues in Huntington. Herd Rally is part of Kindred Communications’ 9th Street Live Celebration and will feature Madhouse. At 8 p.m., Marshall’s Marching Thunder […] The post Marshall University to host annual Herd Rally tonight with athletes, Marching Thunder, Marco appeared first on The Tribune.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for portions of Ohio and West Virginia has expired
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of West Virginia and Ohio. The Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Northwestern Belmont, South Central Carroll, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties in Ohio, and Brooke and Hancock Counties in West Virginia until 4:45 p.m. At 4:01 a severe thunderstorm was […]
Sct. showers and storms tonight; showers will be possible tomorrow
Saturday evening starts with the chance for scattered showers and storms as our cold front crosses. One or two could be strong to severe with damaging winds being the biggest issue along with heavy downpours. Don’t forget the umbrellas if you plan to head to the final night of the State Fair of West Virginia. […]
$10.8 million-plus in investments set to create jobs in West Virginia
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The US Department of Agriculture has announced $10.8 million-plus in investments which stand to strengthen communities, lower costs, and create jobs throughout West Virginia. “From upgrades to major water and wastewater infrastructure, to construction and renovation of essential community facilities, the funding announced today will have a significant impact on the […]
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