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Trial date set for man accused in death of woman found in Sissonville well
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — More than three years after a woman's body was found in a well in Sissonville, one of the people accused in her murder has yet to go to trial. Michael Smith has been charged with the first-degree murder of 35-year-old Cheyenne Johnson, of Jackson County, W.Va. Smith returned to court Tuesday to decide on a new trial date.
Cabell County Fair week kicks off with parade, festivities begin Wednesday
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – It’s time once again for the Cabell County Fair! To kick off this year’s fun and festivities, the area community gathered in the City of Milton for the Cabell County Fair Parade. The 2024 Cabell County Fair runs from July 24-27, at the West Virginia Pumpkin Park in Milton. The […]
Looking at the West Virginia football defensive roster measurables
Fall camp is on the horizon at West Virginia as the Mountaineers speed toward the start of the 2024 season. WVSports.com examines the roster and looks at each position group on the defensive side of the ball to see how players have changed their bodies from the off-season as well as how the newcomers stack up.
Lawsuits against chemical companies over cancer risks are on the rise
Residents of Charleston, W.Va., are filing lawsuits against chemical companies, claiming that ethylene oxide emissions have caused severe health issues, including cancer. Amudalat Ajasa reports for The Washington Post. In short:. Cathy Flint, diagnosed with multiple myeloma, is suing chemical companies, alleging their emissions caused her cancer. Environmental groups are...
KISS ALIVE tribute heading to Barboursville
BARBOURSVILLE — Do you still want to “rock n’ roll all nite and party every day”?. Saturday, Aug 3, KISS ALIVE blows the roof off the Barboursville Amphitheater bringing the magic and sounds of one of the most popular bands of the last 50 years, KISS. A crazy, crazy night is expected as local band Hair Supply support the Florida-based tribute band.
City of Charleston facing lawsuit over West Side stairs
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Some neighbors on Charleston’s West Side have filed a lawsuit against the city’s effort to close a controversial stairway. Just a few weeks ago, the steps were considered public property, but now, they belong to the man who lives at the top of the hill. And he says they’ve been his […]
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals bring back ‘Thomas Tuesdays’ hiring events
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – “Thomas Tuesdays” are back at WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals. On the third Tuesday of every month, the Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston will be hosting open interviews for all positions, including jobs in critical care, pediatrics and surgery. Tuesday, July 23, marked the return of the interview events. “We […]
2.5 million lights to light up Charleston ballpark for 2nd ‘Light the Night’ event
"Light the Night" will be coming back to the GoMart Ballpark in Charleston for the 2024 holiday season, this time with 2.5 million lights along with more activities, according to a press release.
Driver expected to be charged after vehicle flips in Charleston crash
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — One person is expected to be charged after a crash Tuesday in Charleston. The crash was reported about 1:30 p.m. on MacCorkle Avenue in Kanawha City, according to Metro 911. Police said the driver of a vehicle that flipped in the incident fled the area,...
First Alert Forecast | Stubborn Wave Of Humidity Continues
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Overnight showers have slowly peeled away to the east, but the stuffy clouds and humidity remain slathered overhead, enough to spark a new shower at virtually any hour of the day. Nevertheless, our best rain-free times will be around until the heat of the day forces a few more showers and storms to sprout in the afternoon. Temperatures will still make a run to and through the 80s, and our warmest air may well end up in our Ohio counties where the best breaks for sunshine should occur. Whether partly cloudy or mostly cloudy though, any sunshine will make for quite a steamy feel at the county fairgrounds. Speaking of which, toward the end of the day (when the fair closes) we can see a new front drop into our US-50 zones (think the Vinton County fair) bringing scattered showers and storms from a new source. A downpour can be in the mix, but changes will slowly begin.
Temporary solution to ambulance response times up and running in Wayne County
A temporary solution to Wayne County’s ongoing problems with emergency response times is now up and running. A county-contracted ambulance service called Jan-Care hit the roads this weekend, providing 24/7 service to residents.
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