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W.Va. American Water awards $26K in grants to area fire departments
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A first responder support program is providing more than $26,000 to fire departments across the Mountain State. West Virginia American Water announced 29 agencies within the utility’s service area will be receiving grant money which will be used for fire protection gear, equipment and training:
Charleston police searching for suspect in breaking and entering investigation
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Police in Charleston are investigating a break-in they said was reported Sunday. The Charleston Police Department said it was notified of a breaking and entering at Cantina 22 in the 4100 block of MacCorkle Avenue SE. During the investigation, officers were able to obtain surveillance...
Federal investigation names 37 suspects in drug pipeline from California to Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A federal drug trafficking investigation ended with nearly 40 suspects from Kentucky and California indicted, and more than a dozen are from Louisville. In a news release Wednesday, U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western Kentucky District said a federal grand jury indicted 37 defendants...
Pike couple arrested for getting married despite being cousins
ELKHORN CITY, Ky. — Marriage is typically a time for going on a honeymoon, but a Pike County couple went to jail instead, after police learned they allegedly lied on their marriage license about being related. Kentucky State Police received an anonymous tip that George Swiney, 52, and Amy...
West Virginia Sober Living hosts the 3rd Annual Kick-Off to Recovery Day
CHARLESTON W.Va. (WVDN) — West Virginia Sober Living Solutions (WVSL Solutions) is thrilled to announce the third annual Kick-Off to Recovery event, taking place on September 1st from 3 pm to 8 pm at Magic Island in Charleston, West Virginia. The event marks the commencement of National Recovery Month, a nationwide observance that has been […] The post West Virginia Sober Living hosts the 3rd Annual Kick-Off to Recovery Day appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
TOLSIA FOOTBALL AIMING FOR A PLAYOFF RUN IN 2024
Fort Gay, W.Va. — Going into his third year at the helm of the Tolsia football program David Thompson is as excited about this upcoming season as a kid on Christmas morning. The Rebels look to improve on a 4-6 record last season and get back into the playoff picture with a ton of experience back on both sides of the football along with a good sized sophomore and freshman classes.
Judge refuses to dismiss claims against city in lawsuit against former Charleston chief
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A judge on Tuesday refused to dismiss claims against the city of Charleston in a case involving former police chief James “Tyke” Hunt. Judge Jennifer Bailey sided with Chelsea McCoy during a civil hearing in her complaint against the city, Hunt and former CPD Chief of Detectives Richie Basford. It alleges sexual misconduct and abuse of power from Hunt, who was a sergeant at the time. The city had attempted to have claims of intentional infliction of emotional distress, punitive damages and wrongful termination dismissed in the case.
Washington State College of Ohio starts new semester with interim president
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - Dr. Sarah Parker started her new role as interim president on July 1. On Monday, she started her first full semester as interim president, an adjustment that would be tough for a lot of people but thanks to her staff it was easy. “It’s been an...
Officials seek to calm concerns after Pure Watercraft plant closure in Beech Bottom
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. — In the wake of the Pure Watercraft plant closure in Beech Bottom, elected officials hope they can quell any questions or concerns from the local community. "I think it's a shame that Pure Watercraft couldn't make it,” U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito said. “I think,...
Marshall County Schools Celebrate First Day of School
Moundsville, W.Va. (WTRF) Teachers and students in Marshall County went back to school today as the 2024-2025 school year gets underway. It was an exciting first day back at Washington Lands Elementary school, as the years long renovation project has been completed. There is a brand-new gymnasium that was added to the building, which has […]
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