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West Virginia lawmakers delay taking up income tax cut and approve brain research funds
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia lawmakers speedily approved funding for the state veterans home, a program to help kids at risk of dropping out of school and other proposals on Monday after gaveling in for a special session called by Republican Gov. Jim Justice. The GOP-controlled Legislature deferred action on proposals for an income tax cut and a child-dependent tax credit until Sunday, when lawmakers were already scheduled to return for interim meetings. Both the House and Senate voted to bypass a rule requiring bills to be read three times on three separate days to greenlight the funding proposals, which now head to the governor’s desk. The funding approved includes $1.2 million for the West Virginia Veterans Home in Barboursville and $10 million for Communities In Schools, a program that helps support students from low-income families to graduate high school.
Students in 8th grade and below to be accompanied by adult during Fayette County Schools athletic events
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Beginning on October 4, 2024, Fayette County Schools will implement a new policy requiring all students in the 8th grade and below to be accompanied by an adult when attending athletic events. According to Fayette County Schools Superintendent Gary Hough, the adult must be at least 19 years of age. Students […]
Loudendale VFD sending aid to Tennessee first responders
LOUDENDALE, WV (WOWK) – While some parts of the Mountain State were battered by remnants of Helene, Tennessee was also majorly impacted by the hurricane’s aftermath. Because of the damage in the Volunteer State, first responders from our area are putting boots on the ground and stepping into action to volunteer their services to the […]
East Bank fire department, football team seek donations for North Carolina flood victims
EAST BANK, W.Va. -- A fire department and football team in eastern Kanawha County is collecting items for victims of flooding in North Carolina. The East Bank Fire Department announced its donation drive on social media.
Board of Education to begin discussions on closing Clay County Middle School
CLAY COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — The Clay County Board of Education will begin the process of closing Clay County Middle School at their meeting on Tuesday, according to the agenda. At Tuesday’s meeting, they are slated to vote on scheduling four public meetings and when the board would take action on the school’s closure. The […]
Race for District 57 on Inside West Virginia Politics
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk to both parties in the race for District 57, learn about the VA’s Housing First approach and explore the latest inductees to the WV Broadcasting Hall of Fame. In Segment One, we talk to Kanawha County District 57 Delegate Hollis […]
Two small businesses unite in Hurricane
HURRICANE, WV (WOWK) – Two small businesses opened their doors Tuesday in Hurricane – one for the first time, and the other for a new chapter. Plant Parenthood is the newest local business in the Town of Hurricane. Its mission is to bring the healing power of plants to others, hoping to create environments where […]
Local ambulance authority recognizes ‘most valuable providers’
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Four Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority employees have recently been recognized for their work with the public. The “Most Valuable Providers” (MVP) awards, bestowed quarterly by the county organization, recognize emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics and other first responders “for their compassionate patient care, hard work and dedication,” officials said.
14 Kanawha Valley individuals, organizations win 'We Love Our Community' awards
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Individuals and organizations throughout the Kanawha Valley were recently recognized for their commitment to the communities they live in. The Charleston Area Alliance presented 14 “We Love Our Community” awards on Monday evening. The nonprofit organization works with individuals, businesses and other organizations through various economic and community development projects.
Central IL volunteers support hurricane victims with Ameren
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) – Ameren Illinois volunteers are helping those impacted by Hurricane Helene. More than a dozen are from Central Illinois. “They are the heroes to the people who are without power, that’s for sure,” Ameren Illinois Brian Bertsch said. More than 115 people have died across six states since the storm hit the […]
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