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West Virginia youth groups honored for environmental volunteer work
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Multiple youth groups from around the state have been recognized for their efforts to better the environment in West Virginia. The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection presented nearly $15,000 in cash prizes to the youth groups through the DEP’s Youth Environmental Program (YEP). The groups were recognized at the 61st […]
Governor Justice responds to complaints about Crestview Drive road conditions
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice responded to complaints about his handling of the road on Crestview Drive in Beckley. Crestview Village Apartment tenants are furious about the condition of their road after a logging job that Justice ordered a few years ago on land he owns on that same road. The […]
Watch: Troops Sing ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads’ While Flying Home
You never know when you might randomly hear someone start singing “Take Me Home, Country Roads” out of nowhere. So on a day designated to celebrate America’s independence, it’s only fitting to share a special occurrence of a group of people breaking out into the song.
Environmentalists concerned over forever chemical regulations after U.S. Supreme Court ruling
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A U.S. Supreme Court ruling to overturn a 40-year-old precedent is raising concerns over the future of environmental regulations like the first-ever national drinking regulation. That rule would protect hundreds of millions of people from harmful chemical compounds called PFAs otherwise known as “forever chemicals.” “We know that they cause cancer. […]
Board to vote on restoring funding to Cabell County libraries, parks
A special board meeting will be held on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. where board members will vote on the transfer and allocation of funds that would "reflect a restoration of funding to CCPL & GHPRD inclusive of equalization payments for fiscal year 2024-2025," according to a press release.
Red, White and Buffalo: Putnam County town celebrates Fourth of July
BUFFALO, WV (WOWK) – The Fourth of July, brings out good old-fashioned patriotism and celebrations across the country, and local communities hosted parades, hot dog eating contests, barbecues, and more throughout the Tri-State area. One town that got into the Independence Day spirit was Buffalo in Putnam County. The city’s annual Independence Day Parade featured […]
Saw racing competition coming to Gallia County, Ohio
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A popular sport from several years ago seems to be making a comeback. The sport is saw racing and on July 6 there is a competition scheduled in Rio Grande, Ohio. "The object is to complete the number of cuts assigned as quickly as possible,...
Attorney for inmates vows to appeal decision in lawsuit against governor, commissioner
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A lawsuit against West Virginia Governor Jim Justice and West Virginia Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mark Sorsaia was dismissed earlier this week, but an attorney for the plaintiffs said on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, that he plans to appeal. The lawsuit alleges that more than 10,000 inmates across West Virginia […]
Pedestrian struck, killed in Ironton, Ohio
LAWRENCE COUNTY, OH (WOWK) – A man has died after being struck by a vehicle in Lawrence County, Ohio. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the incident happened around 11:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 3. Troopers say the person, identified as Tamia S. Prater, 24, of Ironton, was walking in the eastbound lanes of U.S. […]
Gallipolis fireworks cancellation sparks confusion
GALLIA COUNTY, OH (WOWK) – With storms in the projected forecast for Thursday night, some communities had to cancel or postpone some Independence Day events. The Gallia County Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday afternoon their fireworks display during the Gallipolis River Recreation Festival would be canceled. The Fourth of July Parade was moved back two […]
InspiHER Retreat will be held in August
Staff report An event to inspire the next generation of girls to become leaders in Lawrence County will take place in August. Called “InspiHER Retreat: Empowering Young Girls in Lawrence County,” the program is for girls entering grades 5 through 8 and will take place at the South Point middle school on Aug. 10. It […] The post InspiHER Retreat will be held in August appeared first on The Tribune.
Two Mountain State volunteer fire departments benefit from the Lowes Hometowns program this year
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Lowe’s Home Improvement will perform nearly $200,000 at two volunteer fire department facilities in the state. Lowe’s District Manager Brittany Roberts said they’ll do the work through the Lowe’s Hometowns program. Materials are provided and associates participate in completing the projects, but members of the community are encouraged to help as well.
‘He will forever be a Knight’: Cabell Midland community mourning after death of teen
UPDATE (2:59 p.m. on Friday, July 5): The Cabell Midland High School community is mourning after a student was killed in a crash in Barboursville on Thursday. Cabell Midland High School Principal Matt Adkins said in a statement, “It is with heavy hearts that the staff and administration of Cabell Midland wish to offer our […]
No charges filed after man shot and killed during fight in Mingo County
MINGO COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A 42-year-old Mingo County man was shot and killed during a fight with another man from Mingo County. According to a West Virginia State Police press release, on Friday, July 5, 2024, Troopers responded to a report of a shooting at a home along Route 65 between Naugatuck and Lenore, […]
Open book: South Charleston Public Library ready to reopen after storm damage
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — It's been a long three months at the South Charleston Public Library. Severe storms on April 2 ripped off parts of the building's roof and rainwater poured in. "It was just chaos," Director Todd Duncan said. Duncan is relieved to be able to stand...
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