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Person taken to hospital in Kanawha County crash
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – One person has been taken to the hospital after a crash in the Mink Shoals area. According to Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers, the call for the single-vehicle crash first came in just after 12:15 p.m. Thursday. It happened in the 2900 block of Pennsylvania Avenue B in Mink Shoals. […]
Kanawha County launches safe driving awareness program ahead of back-to-school
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Kanawha County Schools are back in session on Friday, and first responders are once again asking drivers to make sure they slow down. Law enforcement agencies around the county are beefing up patrol with more squad cars and ambulances in school zones. Kanawha County Sheriff Mike Rutherford says through the […]
Humid air arrives with rain
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -The tradeoff form heat to humidity began subtly on Thursday. The arid air held sway at ground level, while a ribbon of moister air arrived in the heavens. Think of it this way; namely, clouds represent moisture in contrast to the skies of the past few days which were cloud free (the definition of drought and a dry desert-like climate).
Tug Valley excited for football season; optimism high for Panthers
NAUGATUCK, W.Va. — The coaching staff and players at Tug Valley High School are excited and optimistic as the 2024 season approaches. During a hot, muggy August afternoon, the Panthers held media day at Bob Brewer Stadium after another productive practice. Tug Valley made the Class A playoffs last...
AlleyWay Benefit Gospel Sing & Car Show set for Saturday in Fort Gay
FORT GAY, W.Va. — “The annual AlleyWay Benefit Gospel Sing & Car Show returns Saturday in a new location. The event will run from noon to 4 p.m. at 735 Court Street in Fort Gay, West Virginia, a change from its usual venue at Warfield Park. Free and...
Illinois man arrested following two separate stabbing incidents in Ashland, police say
ASHLAND, Ky. (WCHS) — An Illinois man has been arrested Wednesday in connection to two stabbings that happened in Ashland, police said. William Simmons, 31, was taken into custody after an investigation named him as a suspect in two stabbings -- one that occurred Wednesday and another that occurred on July 21, according to the Ashland Police Department.
Home, classic car damaged after driver crashes into garage
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A home and classic car suffered damage after a driver plowed into a garage, according to the Ripley Volunteer Fire Department. According to firefighters, minor injuries were reported after the car smashed into the garage on Wednesday, August 14. The home suffered heavy structural damage, the...
Ross County EBT users warned about card skimmers
CHILLICOTHE— Have you used your EBT card at Save-a-Lot on Western Avenue and Corner Market on Charleston Pike in Chillicothe recently? If so you may be at risk of having your money stolen due to card skimmers recently found in the stores. These skimmers can be found on card readers and look exactly...
Pike man arrested for burglary hours after being released from jail
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A Pike County man found himself back in jail hours after being released, for allegedly trying to steal a way to get home. Pikeville Police were called to Bowles Addition, where a homeowner had detained a man who he said was trying to steal his kid’s bicycle.
Charleston gears up for annual Distance Run
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The city is set to host the highly anticipated Charleston Distance Run, known as one of the most challenging races in the region, the event attracts runners from across the country to test their endurance on the scenic yet demanding 15-mile course. The event also features a 5K run/walk and a three-person relay, making it accessible to a wide range of athletes.
Gov. Justice announces Revenue Secretary and State Auditor certify 4% income tax reduction
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Jim Justice announced that Revenue Secretary Larry Pack and State Auditor JB McCuskey inked a letter certifying a 4% reduction in West Virginia’s personal income tax. The certification has been filed with the State Tax Division and will take effect on January 1, 2025. The Department of Revenue and State […]
WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day ticket sale
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that tickets for its National Hunting and Fishing Day celebration are now on sale. The annual event is returning to Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke on Saturday, September 21. “West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day is an action-packed event […]
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