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Billy Bob's Wonderland to host 4th annual 'Billy Con'
BARBOURSVILLE — Billy Bob’s Wonderland will host its 4th annual Billy Con from July 12-14. Billy Con is an event for fans of Billy Bob’s and ShowBiz Pizza to see the venue’s animatronics, or mechanical puppets; socialize; and trade memorabilia.
Justice calls for additional income tax cuts while celebrating economic achievements
CHARLESTON — While making his last tax revenue report to a packed room of state employees, lawmakers and supporters, Gov. Jim Justice said Monday he will call lawmakers into an August or September special session to make further cuts to the personal income tax and pass a tax rebate for childcare.
Walter Jr. Frazier
WALTER MANNING FRAZIER JR., 78, of Scott Depot, WV, passed away June 28, 2024, after a longlife exemplifying unconditional love and a sterling work ethic. He was born in Charleston, WV, to Elmeta and Manning Frazier. He attended Charleston High School and was graduated with a BS degree in Mathematics from West Virginia University. He was employed by Burroughs Corporation before beginning his own computer software company in 1983, Appalachian Software, Inc. His company serves WV public service districts and municipalities. Walt's heart was always with his customers and set on providing the best software products that he could design. His mantra was always to take care of your customers and good things will follow. Walter was known to his friends as a good man, a man's man, a polite man and a man with a devilish sense of humor. He was, above all, a loving man; His wife of 59 years always attests to that. Other adjectives to describe Walt are independent and persistent. He was a big game hunter and world traveler, a man filled with respect for God, nature and wildlife. Walt was also a family man, beloved by his two sons and their children.
Area roundup: Hawkins, Cook tied for lead entering final round of Junior Am
DAVIS, W.Va. — A Day 1 tie for the lead of the girls championship division of the West Virginia Junior Amateur golf tournament held true through the second round. Hurricane’s Savannah Hawkins and Kerri-Anne Cook of Oceana, West Virginia, each carded 73s in the second round at Canaan Valley Resort on Tuesday. Both shot a 77 on Monday. That leaves them tied atop the leaderboard at 6-over-par entering the final round of the tournament on Wednesday.
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Tuesday, July 2
PATRIOTIC: The annual Fourth of July celebration begins at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 4, at Fly-in Cafe, Robert Newlon Airpark, Lesage. Activities include music by Julie and Kelly Ray Davis Band; sunset flag jump by The West Virginia Skydivers; and free show of fireworks by Paul King at dusk. The cost is $5 per vehicle for parking/entry. Food and beverages are available for purchase by the cafe.
Stephen Patrick Cornwell
STEPHEN PATRICK CORNWELL, 83 of Barboursville, WV, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024, and entered the gates of heaven following a brief illness. Pat was born May 24, 1941, in Huntington, WV, to the late WW (Bun) and Alma Blanche Stewart Cornwell. He was preceded in death by his son Stephen Kent Cornwell and a brother, Thomas Michael Cornwell. He is survived by his wife Brenda Johnson Cornwell with whom he celebrated sixty-two years of marriage last November, his daughter, Lisa (Randy) Rhoades of Huntington, WV, his daughter-in-law, Amy Huff of Chesapeake Ohio, four grandchildren, Jared Cornwell, Madison Rhoades, Kelsey Huff, Carson Rhoades, and his brothers David Cornwell of Albion, Indiana and Carroll Cornwell (Virginia) of Salisbury, North Carolina.
Paul Dorsey: Technology, lazy kids the problem in schools (Opinion)
After 25 years in the classroom, I’m officially retired. I did not give up. I completed another chapter in my life. Not disgruntled, no regrets. I’ve got things to say and, if you care about education, you might want to keep reading. It seems to me that technology...
Is your street getting paved? Charleston officials release list of 2024 paving projects
Charleston officials have released the list of streets that will be paved during this year’s paving season, which will stretch from the first week of July to Thanksgiving. The Gazette-Mail created a map of the streets based on the list provided by the city. The map is available bit.ly/24CWVPavingMap.
Editorial: GreenPower enters competitive market for electric school buses
GreenPower Motor Co. in South Charleston has delivered its first large school bus to Kanawha County Schools. It’s the first of many the company will deliver to West Virginia schools. Mark Nestlen, vice president of business development and strategy for GreenPower, said the bus delivered last week incorporates changes...
Niterra North America Appoints VP of Manufacturing Operations
Niterra North America, Inc. announced the appointment of Todd Cullums to vice president of manufacturing operations. Cullums has been a Niterra associate for over 20 years and held the previous position of director of manufacturing, overseeing operations at their Sissonville, West Virginia, facility. Michael Schwab, president and CEO of Niterra...
Cavender elected as president of Kanawha County Board of Education
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Kanawha County Board of Education member Ric Cavender was elected Monday to be the board’s new president. The vote came during the board’s meeting Monday after Cavender, Kate White and Jim Crawford all took their oaths for their new terms, according to the school board.
West Virginia governor pushing for another income tax cut as time in office winds down
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice said Monday that state revenue collections appeared to hit a benchmark at the end of the fiscal year that could trigger an additional reduction in the state income tax, and he plans to call lawmakers back to address further cuts as well as a child care proposal that previously failed.
Man drowns while fishing in Big Coal River
BOONE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A tragic incident took place on Saturday after State Police say a man drowned while fishing in the Big Coal River. On June 29, 2024, Senior Trooper M.R. Miller, Trooper M.S. Hall, and Trooper R.K. Bowers were dispatched to Peytona Costa Road in the Peytona area of Boone County, WV, […]
Warmest June in 14 years gives way to a fall-like start to July
WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — Sunday started off with showers and storms and plenty of humidity, and Charleston and Huntington marked their 13th day in the month of June reaching 90 degrees. Consider that June 2023 had one 90-degree day for the entire month. In fact, all of 2023 had...
OH WFO CHARLESTON Warnings, Watches, and Advisories
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE. ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 100. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and. central, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity...
West Virginia's Corey Ellis is a rising star in professional disc golf
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Disc golf continues to be a growing sport and it's not just recreational. Sure, there are courses throughout the state and it's fun to play, but there are professional disc golfers and Barboursville's Corey Ellis makes a living at it. I made my way out...
Community gathers to honor 2-year-old who lives on through organ donation
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Friends, family and the community came together Wednesday evening to celebrate two-year-old Seilah Stanley. She passed away after falling into a family pool on June 20 in Jackson County, West Virginia. Charleston-based photographer Hillary Kermerer captured the powerful images of Stanley's honor walk at...
West Virginia Weather: Cool Start Today, Heat and Storms Expected Midweek
West Virginia – The National Weather Service in Charleston has forecasted a pleasant start to the week for West Virginia residents, with cooler than normal temperatures today. Skies will remain mostly clear, providing a break from recent heat and humidity. Residents are encouraged to enjoy this brief period of comfort, as temperatures are expected to rise again by Tuesday.
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