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Everybody Solar to install 27.8-kW array for West Virginia homeless center
Covenant House of West Virginia has partnered with Everybody Solar to harness solar power to bring clean, renewable energy to its facility. The planned 27.8-kW solar array will offset 35% of Covenant House’s annual electricity expenses. This project marks Everybody Solar’s first venture into the state of West Virginia,...
Promotional activity around Regatta kicks off as well as other activity on first day of five-day festival
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Sternwheel Regatta officially kicked off at noon Wednesday and will be filling up the Capital City with a plethora of activity until Sunday. Charleston Convention and Visitor’s Bureau President and CEO Tim Brady said after all of the anticipation, the third year is finally here again since the Regatta came back to the city in 2022.
Charleston City Council rejects resolution regarding homeless ahead of Charleston Sternwheel Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.VA –Charleston City Council rejected a proposed resolution Monday regarding police making arrests of unhoused people during the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta. The final vote was 23-1 against the proposal. The resolution, originally proposed by Councilman Joe Solomon, was intended to put a halt on the police enforcement on...
Hawkins makes 7 birdies in final round en route to her third WVGA Junior Amateur title
CANAAN VALLEY, W.Va. — Hurricane’s Savannah Hawkins and Oceana’s Kerri-Anne Cook separated themselves from the field after two rounds in the WVGA Girls Junior Amateur Championship at Canaan Valley Resort. The recent high school graduates took the course in their final matchup at the junior level with each starting the day at 6-over par and 21 shots ahead of their nearest competitors.
Cedar Grove Police Chief, cyclist get into fight, no charges filed: Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests have been made nor have any charges been filed after law enforcement was called to a fight between Cedar Grove Police Chief Jack Ice and a cyclist, according to the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office.
Vendors and local businesses prepare for Sternwheel Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The Sternwheel Regatta in downtown Charleston brings out boats along the river and street vendors to Kanawha Boulevard. Bandit BBQ has set up shop at the regatta for the past three years, and one of the owners, Laura Cook, said it’s an event worth planning for.
David Price reflects on year one as WVSSAC executive director
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — While there are many challenges of running an organization like the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission, David Price embraced the challenge and has enjoyed his role as the SSAC's executive director. Monday marked one full year at the helm and Eyewitness Sports caught up...
Expect rolling roadblocks on I-64 Wednesday for pothole patching
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Rolling roadblocks will take place along I-64 on Wednesday between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., according to DOH. Road crews will be patching parts of the roadway on I-64 east and west between the 57 and 58 mile markers in Charleston. Keep checking the WSAZ...
Cabell Midland's Michael Lunsford is ready to take his throwing talent to Ohio State
ONA, W.Va. (WCHS) — Cabell Midland's Michael Lunsford is a tremendous athlete -- a Division 1 talent. Already signed to play football at Marshall, Lunsford went on to beak a 39-year-old shot put state record and followed that up by becoming a state champion. Ohio State came calling, changing Michael's life forever.
MacCorkle Avenue reopened after vehicle fire in South Charleston
UPDATE: (1:11 P.M. Tuesday, July 2) – Kanawha County 911 dispatchers say all lanes of MacCorkle Avenue SW in the 5200-5300 block are now open after a vehicle fire in South Charleston. SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A portion of MacCorkle Avenue is shut down in South Charleston due to a vehicle fire. According to […]
Office Of Minority Affairs To Host Listening Tour
The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) will host a listening tour across the state. Set to begin in Montgomery in July, the tour is designed to provide a forum for discussing and getting feedback on issues that affect the state’s minority populations. Executive Director Jill Upson said...
WHERE TO WATCH: Fourth of July fireworks to fill the night sky this week
Residents in the Tri-State area will have no shortage of places to watch Fourth of July fireworks celebrations this week. Most municipalities in the region have decided to hold their firework displays on Thursday, July 4, including the following areas:. Charleston. Hurricane. Barboursville. Ripley. Ashland, Kentucky. Portsmouth, Ohio. Charleston’s firework...
Planet Fitness to open new location in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Planet Fitness is set to open another location in the Mountain State. According to the Planet Fitness website, they will be opening a new location in Charleston. The new gym will be located at 2846 Mountaineer Blvd in Charleston. An opening date has not yet been announced, but a Pre-Grand Opening […]
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