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Prepped and Polished event provides resources for those seeking employment
ST. ALBANS, WV (WOWK) – For some, a job is just part of your day-to-day routine. For others, there are barriers to employment that seem impossible to overcome. “I think this is a miracle, I think this is a blessing from God that people can do this for others,” says Chynah Tinsley, a mom and […]
Gov. Justice launches aerial tram project at Hawks Nest State Park
ANSTED, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice visited Hawks Nest State Park today to kick off the project to reimagine the park’s iconic aerial tram. The tram, which has been a fixture in the park since 1970, is being replaced as part of a $250+ million initiative to improve state parks under the governor’s leadership. […]
Beyond the highlights with new Poca basketball Coach MJ McKneely
POCA, W.Va. (WCHS) — Coaching changes are a part of the circles of sports and a program known as the Dots will have new leadership on the boys' basketball side when the season begins in December. A legend has retired in Allen Osborne and the new leader is quite familiar with the program.
FEMA disaster recovery assistance readily available for affected residents
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — With the aftermath of severe storms and weather that hit in early April 2024, Fayette and Nicholas county residents now have the chance to apply for FEMA assistance. The severe storms and weather impacted 11 counties in total, which included Fayette and Nicholas counties, bringing...
After Transferring to Huntington Prep, No. 3 Ranked Rising Senior Darryn Peterson Is Proving Why He’s The Smoothest Scorer in the Class of 2025
There are a few hardwood memories that are engraved into the psyche of Darryn Peterson. Stephen Curry’s illustrious 54-point Master Class in Madison Square Garden, check. LeBron James’ chase-down block on Andre Iguodala is in there for sure. Kobe Bryant’s last game against the Jazz is automatic. But it was watching Kyrie Irving’s infamous step-back in the 2016 NBA Finals while on a cruise with his family that had the now 17-year-old phenom saying, “I’ve gotta get there.”
Huntington St. Joe’s cancels 2024 varsity football season, plans to begin next year
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – Huntington St. Joseph’s Central Catholic High School had plans to field its first varsity football team since the 1950s. However, these plans have come to a halt following an announcement from the school’s Athletic Director Todd Maynard that it is in the program’s best interest to wait for next season. This […]
West Virginia Heatwave to Persist Through Weekend; Relief Expected Mid-Week
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents can expect high temperatures to persist through the weekend and into the start of next week, with a slight chance of precipitation tonight. The ongoing heatwave, coupled with increasing humidity, will make temperatures feel even hotter. Daytime highs will soar into the mid-90s,...
Elkview man sentenced to prison in connection to 2023 shooting, prosecutors say
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — An Elkview man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in connection to a shooting that occurred in 2023, prosecutors say. Robert Justin Lowers, 38, pled guilty in late May to charges of unlawful wounding and two counts of endangerment after he shot his spouse, Sara Lowers, 37, in the arm in October 2023, according to the Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney.
Person taken to hospital in I64W crash involving 2 semi-trucks
UPDATE: (11:45 A.M. Saturday, July 13) – The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office told 13 News that the person involved in the crash was talking and had minimal injuries. UPDATE: (6:49 P.M. Friday, July 12) – Kanawha County 911 dispatchers say I-64 West is now reopened after a crash that sent one person to the hospital. […]
Kanawha County getting $1M toward new EMS stations
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – The Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority is moving closer to making care and response times better and faster for their community. West Virginia Governor Jim Justice delivered $1 million to the organization as part of the ongoing project to build four permanent EMS stations in South Charleston, St. Albans, Marmet […]
Gov. Justice, WVDNR announce lottery opening for Twin Falls hunt and a chance to hunt with Whitetail Frenzy
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced that the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) will begin accepting applications for an archery lottery deer hunt at Twin Falls Resort State Park and that one lucky hunter will be chosen to participate in an episode of Whitetail Frenzy TV. Applications will be open July 15. “I’m thrilled […] The post Gov. Justice, WVDNR announce lottery opening for Twin Falls hunt and a chance to hunt with Whitetail Frenzy appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
4 local fire departments to receive more than $250,000 in grants
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Senator Joe Manchin announced more than $400,000 in funding for five West Virginia fire departments Thursday. Four of the five departments are in the North Central West Virginia area. The Lumberport Fire Department will receive $94,771. The Bridgeport Fire Department will receive $81,818. The Worthington Volunteer...
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