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Weather Extra | Why so dry?
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The heat of summer has taken its toll on the growing season. The lack of rain and intense summer sun, even on days like Wednesday, has overwhelmed the few thunder episodes we have gone through. This late in the summer on the farm, hay crops are short, kernel and pod fill for corn and beans are poor -- all due to the lack of rain.
Marshall Women’s Golf Announces 2024-25 Schedule
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall Women's Golf announced its 2024-25 schedule on Wednesday afternoon. The schedule features 10 events with five in each of the fall competition and spring championship seasons for head coach Brooke Burkhammer and the Thundering Herd. "We are excited to get our 2024-25 season underway soon,"...
New sidewalk construction slowing traffic and business
BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The road connecting Main Street in Barboursville to U.S. Route 60 has been under construction for nearly six months. The DOH is working on new sidewalks, ramps and drainage systems on Farmdale Road. Dr. Jeff Overstreet’s Family Chiropractic has two entrances along Farmdale Road, and Dr....
Ohio’s Sen. Brown skips DNC as he secures endorsements from Lucas, Wood County Sheriffs
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown is explaining his decision to skip the Democratic National Convention to instead campaign throughout Ohio. He made a stop in Toledo on Wednesday to tout the endorsements of Wood County Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn, a Republican, and Lucas County Sheriff Mike Navarre, a Democrat.
2024 DQ Pigskin Preview: Lawrence County
LOUISA, Ky. (WYMT) - Lawrence County enters the 2024 season hungry after an eight-point loss separated the Bulldogs from a district title while a three-point loss kept them from reaching the regional championship game. “It definitely leaves a spark and we’re coming for it this year,” sophomore Carlo Chicko said....
Kentucky Basketball: Malachi Moreno the first of a potential mega class for Mark Pope
When head coach John Calipari left the Kentucky Basketball job for Arkansas, the big question for the successor (Mark Pope), was whether the top-tier recruiting ability would remain with the program. The team did land some good transfers this offseason to be competitive for the 2024-25 season, but what about the future recruiting classes?
Kermit water project ready to begin: Public meeting Sept. 9
KERMIT — Construction on Kermit’s water infrastructure project is expected to commence soon, following necessary procedural steps to secure USDA funding. The town has completed two of the three required readings of an ordinance, with the final reading and public hearing scheduled for Sept. 9. The project will...
Milton’s water quality causes concerns
MILTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - During the weekend, Milton residents turned on their faucets, and a yellow-brown color started to rush out. Milton Councilmember Dakota Miller says the discoloration is caused by a mineral, manganese, that can build up inside the main water lines. That buildup can eventually break loose, causing the discoloration.
‘23 PSC investigation triggered Milton recommendations
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Recent complaints in Milton about discolored water are not new. A WSAZ Investigation found a series of complaints from January 2023. Those complaints, from nine residents, triggered an investigation by the West Virginia Public Service Commission. WSAZ found the PSC consolidated the complaints and launched its...
Small plane forced to make emergency landing in Charleston after right gear collapse
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A small plane had to make an emergency landing at West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) in Charleston Tuesday evening. The plane, which had two people aboard, made the landing just after 6 p.m. Tuesday evening after experiencing a right gear collapse. The incident forced the runway at CRW to close, and it remains closed while crews work to get the aircraft off safely. The runway is, however, expected to be clear soon.
Kroger apologizes as shoppers leave full carts due to ‘unacceptable’ checkout shortage and cry ‘we deserve better’
SHOPPERS at Kroger have cried out after a checkout issue caused long wait times and lines. Some were so furious they abandoned carts full of groceries and demanded the retail giant make improvements. The incident occurred on Sunday at a store in Charleston, West Virginia, according to a customer’s post on X. The Kroger shopper […]
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.
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