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W.Va. WIC celebrates 50th anniversary
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The 50th Anniversary celebration begins at 3 pm at Ritter Park in Huntington at Shelters 1 and 2. Festivities will include program enrollments, family-friendly games and activities, informational booths, and a pop-up farmer’s market to honor WIC’s impact on West Virginia families.
Gov. Justice appoints John McHugh as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced John McHugh as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration, replacing Mark Scott, who served in the position since 2021. McHugh most recently served as the Deputy Secretary of Administration and Director of the General Services Division. A state employee since 2006, McHugh brings extensive knowledge and experience […] The post Gov. Justice appoints John McHugh as acting Secretary for the Department of Administration appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Beware of ticket scams as you purchase your State Fair of West Virginia tickets
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – The 99th annual State Fair of West Virginia is quickly approaching, offering cool rides, great eatery, big concerts, and much more. With the technology of today, many people can skip the lines and order their tickets online. However, State Fair CEO, Kelly Collins warned fairgoers that this easier access could prove […]
Back-to-school dates announced for southern West Virginia
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Back-to-school dates were announced for counties in West Virginia and Virginia. The dates can be found on the school calendars at each of the counties Board of Education websites. The 2024-2025 back-to-school dates for counties in southern West Virginia and Virginia include: August 15, 2024 August 19, 2024 August 22, 2024 […]
Inaugural Poca River Fest scheduled for Aug. 9-11
POCA, W.Va. (WCHS) — Putnam County has planned a summertime festival next month, featuring riverfront activities, vendors, food and live music. The inaugural Poca River Fest has been scheduled for Aug. 9-11 hosted by the Poca River Hunting, Fishing and Recreation Club. The festivities kick off Friday, Aug. 9...
Wayne County woman dies in overnight fire
KENOVA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wayne County woman has passed away as a result of a fire early Friday morning. The West Virginia State Fire Marshal reports that, at around 3:00am on the morning of Friday, July 26, 2024, a residential fire occurred in the 1700 Block of Poplar Street in the Kenova area. Authorities […]
Huntington woman indicted for allegedly dropkicking child on video in 2022
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – A woman has been indicted after a video of her allegedly kicking a child in the head surfaced in the summer of 2022. According to Cabell County Circuit Court documents, a grand jury indicted Staci Lynn Burgy on a charge of “child abuse creating risk of injury.” She was arrested in […]
Two Michigan men indicted on drug charges in Cabell County
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — Two Michigan men were indicted after the Huntington Police Department’s SWAT Team arrested them on drug charges back in February 2023. Damon Brown and Clarence Walls were both arrested after the SWAT Team searched a home on 7th Avenue in Huntington on Feb. 1, 2023, the city police department said […]
Marshall University alumnus Allen Hager pledges $1 million toward Marshall For All, Marshall Forever program
Marshall University has announced a pledge of $1 million from alumnus Allen Hager in support of the Marshall For All, Marshall Forever program. “I am delighted to receive such a generous financial commitment from Mr. Hager in support of Marshall For All,” said Marshall’s President Brad D. Smith. “Beyond the incredible financial support, Allen is a role model and invaluable thought partner for me and the campus community. As an alum, he has seen the transformational power of Marshall firsthand – and he uniquely understands and appreciates what his contribution means to the next generation of Marshall students.”
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