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Clendenin group raising money to reopen dilapidated theaterWOWK 13 News1 day ago
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Tractor-trailer carrying soda, syrup catches on fire, crashes in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — A tractor-trailer carrying soda and syrup caught on fire and crashed on the northbound I-77 onramp in Silverton Tuesday morning. That’s according to Jackson County dispatchers who say traffic will be blocked until further notice. No injuries have been reported. Dispatchers say the Division of Highways is on the scene […]
Clendenin group raising money to reopen dilapidated theater
CLENDENIN, WV (WOWK) – The silver screen is coming back to Clendenin, decades after they rolled the credits. A group called 25045-A New Clendenin (a nod to the town’s zip code) is raising money and collecting grants to reopen the Roxy Theater. The building opened in the 1930s before closing in 2000 due to disrepair. […]
Man arrested on multiple drug charges following traffic stop in Fayette County
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Kanawha County man has been charged with multiple felony offenses following a traffic stop in Fayette County. According to Sheriff Shannon Morris, the incident occurred just before 7:00 p.m. on October 7, 2024, when deputies were conducting routine traffic enforcement in the Montgomery area. Deputies initiated a traffic stop for […]
Hurricane hits Florida while frost can form in WV
(WOWK) — Hurricane Milton made landfall near Venice, Florida at approximately 8:30 p.m. Wednesday October 9, 2024 with estimated winds of 120 miles per hour within the storm 954 mb. The center of the storm crossed the shore with a Category 3 rating. Meanwhile the WOWK-TV viewing area was so clear and cool that frost […]
‘It’s a positive impact on the community’: Charleston Police Department to install three new surveillance cameras
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – People in Charleston could soon see surveillance cameras go up thanks to a grant for the Charleston Police Department. The Charleston City Council approved a $36,000 grant for the police department. This grant funds changes like new technology, and the police department is using it to purchase three new pole cameras. […]
Suspected vandalism leads to transformer fire, power outage in Kanawha County
MAMMOTH, WV (WOWK) — An Appalachian Power-owned transformer caught fire Tuesday morning, knocking out power for the community of Mammoth. The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office says they believe it to be caused by vandalism. An Appalachian Power spokesperson confirmed that a fire broke out on a transformer on Kelley’s Creek Road just after 6:45 a.m. […]
Appalachians continue to lose the war on drugs: The opioid settlement episode
West Virginia began distributing opioid settlement money at the end of 2023. Since then, counties across the state have been opening the door for applications and approving funds. The opioid settlement money was supposed to be used for substance use treatment, recovery and prevention programs, or supporting law enforcement in anti-drug measures. However, a look […]
Kanawha Valley Weekend Events: Friday, Oct. 11 to Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. -- Haunted houses and terrifying trails. The Harvest Art Fair and a community Halloween party. Fall is in full swing this weekend in the Kanawha Valley. Whether you’re looking for seasonal selections or other fantastic fun, there’s sure to be something around to tickle your fancy. Here are a few local happenings between Friday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024.
PSC of WV Notice Of Opportunity To Comment Regarding Rules For The Inspection, Flow Testing, And Marking Of Public Fire Hydrants
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF WEST VIRGINIA CHARLESTON At a session of the PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF WEST VIRGINIA in the City of Charleston on the 3rd day of October 2024. General Order No. 188.52 General investigation to initiate a task force to recommend rules to govern operation and maintenance of fire hydrants. NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT REGARDING […] The post PSC of WV Notice Of Opportunity To Comment Regarding Rules For The Inspection, Flow Testing, And Marking Of Public Fire Hydrants appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
West Virginia activates National Guard to support Florida for Hurricane Milton
Gov. Jim Justice has activated approximately 40 members of the West Virginia National Guard to support response and recovery efforts for Hurricane Milton, which is projected to make landfall in Florida on October 9, 2024.
Parents share concerns over East Bank consolidation at public meeting
BELLE, WV (WOWK)– The East Bank Middle School consolidation public comment meeting happened Tuesday, marking the first of six consolidation meetings in Kanawha County. In September, the Kanawha County Board of Education, announced the plans to consolidate six schools around the area, citing a decrease in population as the reason. Superintendent Dr. Tom Williams spoke […]
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