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Drought worsens in WV, KY & OH but rain on the way
(WOWK) — The drought is worse in many areas of the WOWK-TV viewing area than it was last week according to the latest United States Drought Monitor. Areas that were not listed last week in the Tri-State area are now listed as Abnormally Dry. Areas that were in the Abnormally Dry category are now in […]
Body recovered from Summersville Lake identified as missing man
UPDATE: (5 p.m. Friday, July 19) – West Virginia State Police have confirmed a body found in Summersville Lake is that of a Morgantown man who went missing in the area Sunday. According to West Virginia State Police, the man has been identified as 44-year-old Scott David Saylor. He was first reported missing Monday, July […]
New statewide protocols roll out for EMS agencies in West Virginia
At the beginning of July, the West Virginia Department of Health (WVDH) rolled out new protocols for EMS agencies across the state which will open up the ability for EMTs and paramedics to treat ailments in the field, according to WVDH Secretary Dr. Sherri Young.
Salango ‘disappointed’ aquatics center won’t be part of Capital Sports Center, for now
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Two factors killed plans to include an aquatics center in the Capital Sports Center planned for Charleston. Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango said bondholders would not let go of the parking garage property along Lee Street at Town Center Mall and a feasibility study said an aquatics center wouldn’t be feasible.
Don Knotts Festival 100th Birthday Celebration begins Saturday in Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Morgantown Metropolitan Theatre, in partnership with Morgantown Magazine and Visit Mountaineer Country CVB, wants residents to celebrate the life and career of a local entertainment icon. In commemoration of the 100th birthday of Don Knotts, the annual Don Knotts Festival will be hosted from Saturday...
Steak ‘n Shake set to open its doors in Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - A national restaurant chain is about to open a new location in our area. Steak ‘n Shake is set to open its doors in Morgantown this Monday, July 22. The restaurant will be located on the opposite side of the road from the West Virginia...
Charleston Distance Run mourns founding member
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Charleston Distance Run is mourning the passing of one of its founders. The organization announced that Sherman Yale “Nemo” Nearman, 98, has passed away. He served as a founder of the CDR Committee and as a former race director. “Nemo made significant contributions, including introducing the 5K and walking events. His […]
Victim, suspect identified in Morgantown murder
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Detectives with the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department have identified the victim and suspect in the July 11 shooting on Mountain Vayyel Drive. A press release said Rashad Malik Alton, 21, of Morgantown, was allegedly shot by Arnold Johnson, 19, of Montgomery Village, Maryland. Detectives believe...
Dual-Sport Star to Visit WVU Football Program on Heels of Offer
As a follow up to West Virginia sending Cooper McCutchan, a tight end and basketball star in Ohio, an offer, he tells WV Sports Now that he’s planning to visit the WVU football program next week. McCutchan (6-foot-4, 225 pounds) revealed WVU tight end coach Blaine Stewart called him...
Straub Automotive acquires Urse Honda in Bridgeport
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – Straub Automotive announced they have recently acquired Urse Honda in Bridgeport, West Virginia. Straub officials say they’re committed to upholding the standards set by the Urse family. The location will feature both new and used vehicles, and is a full-service automotive facility with factory-trained and certified technicians.
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