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Rural King store coming to Kanawha City
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A new business is coming to Charleston, according to the mayor’s office. Charleston Mayor Amy Goodwin’s Office says a Rural King store will be coming to the Capital City. The new store will be located at the old K-Mart in the 6500 block of MacCorkle Ave. SE in Kanawha City. There […]
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center hints at “BIG” announcement
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Who could it be? The Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center has hinted at a “BIG” announcement coming tomorrow. The Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center made a post to its Facebook page on Monday stating that a big announcement was coming tomorrow, October 1st. The post was accompanied by an image that […]
Montgomery readies to celebrate fall in annual festival, set for Saturday
MONTGOMERY, W.Va. — Drive down Third Avenue in this eastern Kanawha Valley community, bordering Kanawha and Fayette counties, and you’re greeted with rows of weather-beaten corn stalks flanked with bright orange bows.
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
The Resilience of West Virginia's Capitol is a Testament to the Strength of Mountaineers
West Virginia’s state capital didn’t settle down in Charleston right away—it took a rather winding road through history to find its permanent home. As a state born out of the Civil War in 1863, West Virginia’s early years were marked by a shifting political landscape, and its capital city was no exception. From Wheeling to Charleston and back again, the story of West Virginia’s capital journey is filled with historical milestones, burned buildings, and a legacy of resilience. Let’s take a look at how West Virginia’s capital found its place.
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