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Charleston Sternwheel Regatta brings dozens of vendors to state capital
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The City of Charleston is hard at work preparing for the Sternwheel Regatta, which kicks off this week on July 3. The event has a lot to celebrate, from live music and fireworks to amusement park rides and food vendors. Several vendors were out on Kanawha Boulevard Tuesday setting up for […]
Kermit's McKneely named as Osborne's replacement at Poca
Michael “MJ” McKneely has an exciting new gig. And that is being the head basketball coach at Poca High School, his alma mater. McKneely, the head coach the last two years at Kermit Middle School, replaces legendary Poca Coach Allen Osborne, who retired recently after leading the Dots' program to three state championships and more than 700 wins spanning 44 years.
Public officials give firework safety tips ahead of July 4
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Some 9,700 firework-related emergency room visits were recorded in 2023, making July 4 a dangerous time for anyone using recreational fireworks. Kanawha County emergency management and the ambulance authority said the use of fireworks is not recommended by their agencies. Mike Oakley said if you decide...
Planet Fitness expected to move into former Toys 'R' Us building in Southridge
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Planet Fitness location is expected to move into a space in the Charleston area. The popular gym chain is expected to move into the former Toys 'R' Us building in Southridge at 2846 Mountaineer Boulevard, according to Planet Fitness’ website. An opening...
Lanes blocked due to vehicle fire
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) – Eastbound lanes have been temporarily blocked on Tuesday following a vehicle fire, according to 911 dispatchers. The fiery incident happened in the 5200 block of MacCorkle Avenue SW in South Charleston. Drivers are asked to avoid the area. Keep checking the WSAZ app for...
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.
June was hot, but not the hottest
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Chances are at least once during the month of June you engaged in a conversation with somebody about the heat. While it was certainly hotter than usual, record keepers at the National Weather Service said it was well short of any record territory. “In general it...
Popular events return for Charleston Sternwheel Regatta, including hot dog eating contest and Weiner dog races
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Two popular Sternwheel Regatta traditions, the hot dog eating contest and the Weiner dog races are preparing to make their return again this year. Some representatives for both events came on 580 Live with Dave Allen Wednesday before the Regatta was to officially kick off at noon.
Large evening crowd kicks off Charleston Sternwheel Regatta
CHARLESTON, W.Va — The 2024 edition of Charleston’s Sternwheel Regatta kicked off on Wednesday, and citizens flocked to Haddad Riverfront Park to enjoy live music for the first of five entertaining days. Across the audience waved Jamaican flags both big and small to welcome the Caribbean-based reggae star...
WHAT TO KNOW: Charleston Sternwheel Regatta returns July 3-7
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — One of Charleston’s signature events – the Sternwheel Regatta – is set to take over downtown once again this week. The five-day festival runs from July 3-7 and will feature activities and events at locations across the city, including Haddad Riverfront Park, City Center at Slack Plaza and Magic Island.
Final preparations underway for ‘Charleston Sternwheel Regatta’
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The city of Charleston is putting the finishing touches on an event that Mayor Amy Goodwin says will bring in more than 200,000 people. The Charleston Sternwheel Regatta is a nearly week-long event with carnival rides, food vendors, summer concerts and the Sternwheel Boat Races. While...
Investigation underway after Cedar Grove Police Chief and suspect get into physical altercation
Shrewsbury, W.Va. — An investigation is ongoing following a physical altercation between a man and Cedar Grove Police Chief Jack Ice on Monday. Kanawha County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched at around 2:30 when Ice called for backup after having to use force on a man on the Capitol Recycling parking lot in Shrewsbury.
Delays on State Route 10 after tractor-trailer incident
CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - After just being reopened following a crash Monday night, State Route 10 has been shut down once again north of Doss Hill Road. Dispatchers say a tractor-trailer carrying a steel beam is stuck. Emergency officials are trying to alternate traffic in both directions. On Monday...
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...
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