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Saturday First Alert afternoon-evening
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -The weekend is here and with it comes our best prospects of rain in two weeks. The telltale signs of healthy rains showed up first on Friday with higher humidity levels then with sporadic showers. Friday evening sported a scattered shower and thunder risk. Most outdoor events...
WV green lights solar plant construction, advocates rally against rising utility bills
Residents in Nicholas and Clay counties could soon receive their electricity from a local solar plant, estimated to power around 90,000 homes in the region. The Public Service Commission of West Virginia recently approved construction of the plant. According to a June 2024 survey from the Pew Research Center, one-third of respondents said a nearby solar development would help their local economy.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Storms prowl region
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -This Saturday afternoon is ended as most this summer have not; namely, in thunderstorms with gusty winds and briefly heavy rains. A First Alert afternoon for pockets of heavy weather affecting outdoor plans has been deemed noteworthy. The storms are crossing the region in two distinct lines. The first has slithered its way south of I-64 thru the Coalfields of WV and Ky. The second stronger line has crossed southern Ohio and grown on its south flank into a more prominent feature in Southeastern Kentucky and Southern WV.
Final Downton Huntington Art Walk of the summer
Huntington is ending the summer with a celebration of all things creative! Courtney Chapman and Mark Zanter from Marshall University's School of Art & Design stopped by First Look at Four to tell us about the final Downton Huntington Art Walk of the summer.
Pedestrian hit, driver takes off from scene
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) — A pedestrian was taken to the hospital Friday night after dispatchers say they were hit by a driver. The driver took off from the scene. Cabell County Dispathers say the incident happened in Huntington at 16th St. and Ninth Ave. at 11 p.m.. The original caller said that the person was […]
Prescription hearing aids with Ascent Audiology & Hearing
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - If you’re a hunter or a bird watcher, you have probably used something called a hearing amplifier. Dr. Rebecca Brashears from Ascent Audiology & Hearing stopped by First Look at Four to explain the difference between over-the-counter hearing amplifiers and prescription hearing aids. This segment...
MSP Aviation Rescues Three People in 3 Separate Hoist Missions in Maryland and West Virginia
PIKESVILLE, MD – The Maryland State Police (MSP) is reporting that MSP Aviation Command recently helped rescue a swimmer, hiker and ATV operator in three separate weekend hoist missions in Maryland and West Virginia. On Saturday afternoon August 10, 2024, Trooper 5, a helicopter crew based in Cumberland, responded...
Day 9 of the State Fair of West Virginia undeterred by afternoon showers
LEWISBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The penultimate day of the 2024 State Fair of West Virginia saw guests navigating intermittent showers to partake in the beloved annual tradition. Rides and attractions were generally unaffected by weather conditions, which also served to mitigate the usual sweltering temperatures from the summer sun. From animal-lovers and shoppers to foodies […]
WV Governor Jim Justice and other amateurs enjoy Pro-Am Day at the LIV Golf Tournament
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) – As LIV golfers prepare for competition over the weekend, the LIV Golf Tournament hosted its own Pro-Am at the Greenbrier. A Pro-Am is where amateur golfers get to play a round of golf with professionals. One of the amateur golfers at this Pro-Am was none other than West Virginia […]
Police: Charleston drug bust linked to federal investigation
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Police activity on Charleston’s West Side Friday night is a part of a federal drug case. That’s according to Charleston Police who tell 13 News because it is a federal investigation little information can be released at this time. Officers were spotted on the city’s west side Friday afternoon between Barton […]
City leaders, community talk about Capitol Connector
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Questions about the upcoming Capitol Connector Project were answered Thursday night in Charleston. Charleston Mayor Amy Goodwin and project organizers hosted a public meeting at the Kanawha County Public Library. Those in attendance were able to get a first-time look at the draft concept plan for the project. The Capitol Connector […]
Homeless shelter directors say new Kentucky law has wrong priorities
COVINGTON, Ky. (WXIX) - The Safer Kentucky Act became law a month ago, which outlawed camping on non-designated public or private property. The law is drawing criticism from shelter directors for targeting the homeless and failing to address issues like housing. Kim Webb, director of the Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky in Covington, said the law is clearly aimed at the homeless, who often have no place to turn once shelters are full.
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