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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.
Charleston City Council opposes resolution against unhoused arrest 'sweeps' during Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Charleston City Council considered a resolution Monday to prevent police from arresting the unhoused for non-violent offenses during the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta, the city's biggest event of the year. The resolution overwhelmingly failed at Monday night's city council meeting. This wasn't the first time people...
Health center to develop programs to fight WV food insecurity
A West Virginia community health center is participating in a program addressing food scarcity. The National Association of Community Health Centers' 2024 Innovation Incubator creates ways to expand access to healthy foods. Cabin Creek Health Systems, based in Charleston, will have funding and guidance from experts to help it design and test community-based solutions.
Charleston mayor says city can’t stop police from doing their jobs following a proposed resolution to stop homeless arrests during Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin responding to a proposed resolution regarding arrests on homeless people during the city’s upcoming Sternwheel Regatta said she can’t and won’t tell the police how to do their jobs. Charleston City Council was set to meet Monday night...
Man arrested for sexual abuse of child
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) – A man has been arrested in connection with the sexual abuse of a child that spanned years, according to court documents. On March 11, Charleston Police responded to Wyoming Street following a sexual abuse complaint. The abuse was uncovered after a note written by...
Second Annual State of the Valley to Spotlight Regional Tourism
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Chambers of Commerce in Charleston Regional, Huntington Regional, and Putnam County are thrilled to announce the upcoming second annual State of the Valley Presented by Meek’s Rentals & Leasing on Wednesday, August 21. The event aims to promote regional collaboration and showcase the progress of our dynamic communities. This year’s […]
Sandra Lou (Rardon) Miller
Sandra Lou (Rardon) Miller, 74, of Leon, WV, passed away July 2, 2024, in Ravenswood Village Nursing and Rehabilitation following a brief illness. Service arrangements are pending and will be announced in the upcoming days. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Leon, WV. Condolences may be shared at castofuneralhome.com.
Honey Baked Ham on First Look at Four
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Looking for some food ideas for your summer parties? Honey Baked Ham can help. Jeff and Toni Madden, owners of Honey Baked Ham of Barboursville, stopped by First Look at Four to tell us what’s new for the season. This segment is sponsored content and...
Gregory Lee Galperin
Gregory Lee Galperin, born on August 30, 1964 (59) of Charleston, WV, passed away on June 27, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family and per Greg's request there will not be any funeral services. Greg was preceded in death by his daughter, Sarah Galperin; grandson, Rylan James; father, Si Galperin, and his stepfather, David Riter. Greg is […] The post Gregory Lee Galperin first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Foster Township to Have Extra Patrols for Aggressive Driving
The Foster Township Police Department will have extra patrol officers out conducting aggressive driving enforcement details, starting on the 4th of July until Aug 25. The department made a post of their Facebook page urging all citizens and commuters to stay safe and please give yourself extra time while on the roadways to your destinations.
UC Claims Seventh Consecutive MEC Commissioner’s Cup
The University of Charleston has once again won the annual Mountain East Conference Commissioner’s Cup, the seventh year in a row and the eleventh time the Golden Eagles have won since the Mountain East Conference began in 2013-14. The Commissioner’s Cup is the league’s annual award recognizing overall athletic...
Montgomery to honor Chief Filiaggi during fireworks display
MONTGOMERY, WV (WOAY) – The city of Montgomery has scheduled its annual fireworks display for July 3, starting at 10 p.m. The display will be located at the Tech Field. The Montgomery Fire Department says residents should be able to see the fireworks from anywhere in town. The show...
Charleston City Council considers homeless issue during Regatta week
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - As the city of Charleston prepares for the Sternwheel Regatta this week, Charleston City Council on Monday night discussed a resolution regarding arrests of homeless people during the festivities. The resolution looks to address the treatment of unhoused people in Charleston during regatta week and weekend.
One person hospitalized in two-vehicle crash in South Charleston
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — One person is in the hospital following a crash in South Charleston on Sunday evening, dispatchers say. Reports of a two-vehicle crash came in at 6:30 p.m. along Jefferson Avenue. Dispatchers say one person was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The extent...
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, […]
Proposed legislation would protect unhoused residents during Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Charleston Sternwheel Regatta is one of the city's largest events, and on Monday's city council meeting agenda, council member Joe Solomon is sharing his proposal to protect the unhoused. According to Mayor Amy Goodwin 's Chief of Staff, Mathew Sutton, this proposition would make...
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