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Barboursville church’s roof collapses, no one injured
BARBOURSVILLE, WV (WOWK) – Crews responded Wednesday evening after a roof collapsed at a church in Barboursville. According to Cabell County 911 dispatchers, the call first came in around 5:20 p.m. Wednesday that the roof of the Elmwood Baptist Church at 3045 Martha Road in Barboursville had collapsed. Dispatchers say no one was injured in the […]
West Virginia becomes first state to implement comprehensive protocols for administering whole blood on ambulances
West Virginia is leading the nation by becoming the first state to implement comprehensive statewide protocols for administering whole blood on ambulances. This pioneering initiative has already shown remarkable success in helping to save lives and improve trauma care outcomes.
UPDATE: ROBBER CAUGHT BY LPD …LOUISA POLICE ARE SEEKING INFORMATION ON FOOD CITY PLAZA BURGLAR
UPDATE ON STORY — August 14, 2024, the Louisa Police Department received the complaint of a theft of patio furniture from Deja Brew & Sweets located in the Food City Plaza. Still images from the surveillance cameras were taken then posted to the department’s Facebook in an attempt to identify the suspect.
Two charged after missing child report reveals 'deplorable' living conditions in Ona
CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Two Cabell County residents have been charged with child neglect after the report of a missing autistic child revealed “deplorable” living conditions in a camper housing four children, court records said. Courtney Markin, 23, and Cory Markin, 31, of Ona, have been...
Charleston Sternwheel Regatta grows again
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Charleston city leaders indicated the Sternwheel Regatta for a third straight year grew significantly in 2024. The four day event from early July featured 235,000 visitors to the Capitol City. Mayor Amy Goodwin said it was a huge reflection they have tapped into a strong vein of support.
Newest 'Almost Heaven' swing erected at Point Pleasant's Tu-Endie-Wei State Park
POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. (WCHS) — The latest "Almost Heaven" swing has been installed in Mason County, West Virginia, providing a picturesque place to take a rest. City workers in Point Pleasant have erected a new wooden swing in Tu-Endie-Wei State Park, according to a social media post from the city.
St. Albans acquires the third Safe Haven Baby Box in the state to help provide the safe, anonymous surrender of newborns
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. — A safe and legal option for the anonymous surrender of newborns is now being provided in the City of St. Albans. The Safe Haven Baby Box was recently dedicated at the St. Albans Fire Department Central Station. A collaborative effort between the fire department, the...
Nearly one month since the Safer Kentucky Act became law
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Thursday marks one month of the Safer Kentucky Act or House Bill 5 being in effect. The law criminalizes street camping or setting up shelter in a public place. The law is part of a sweeping tough-on-crime bill that also includes increased penalties and fines for...
Fires in Scioto County considered suspicious, possibly connected
Two fires that broke out within three days of each other and destroyed both structures in Lucasville are considered suspicious and are believed to be connected, according to the Division of State Fire Marshal in Ohio.
Police find meth, fentanyl in drug bust
WHITESBURG, Ky. (WYMT) - A Letcher County man is facing multiple charges after a drug bust. Police were searching for wanted fugitives when they said they found drugs in a barn. “Once we went in the barn/building we’re calling it, searched that area, we found what we believe a crystal-like...
OnPoint Swish flies by the Atlanta Angels
INEZ — The OnPoint Swish jumped out of the gates early on the Atlanta Angels for a 104-69 win at Martin County High School. The victory puts them in a spot to earn a first-round WABA tournament home game. The Women’s American Basketball Association ranked OnPoint after the win...
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