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Crash in Charleston leaves many without power, dispatchers say
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A two-car crash that caused a vehicle to roll over into a utility pole in the west side of Charleston has left hundreds of people without power, dispatchers say. Reports of the wreck came in about 8:30 p.m. on Friday along the 300 block of...
Mason plans for new splash pad, pickleball courts
MASON, WV (WOWK) – Some big changes are coming to the town of Mason in Mason County, West Virginia. The town of Mason has new renderings for an outdoor facility off Horton and 2nd Street, behind the Senior Center. The current building standing there, which was purchased by the city, is dilapidated and is set to […]
Local flights affected by technology outage
WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Local travelers looking forward to a getaway are affected by the widespread technology outage. Passengers waiting at Huntington Tri-State Airport for a flight to Myrtle Beach learned a little after 10 a.m. Friday that their flight, scheduled to take off at 10:57 a.m., was canceled due to the outage.
PMC officials discuss infectious disease, summer safety
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) - Pikeville Medical Center hosted its Freebie Friday this week, highlighting the importance of safety this season. The event opened up the second floor atrium to visitors, sharing information and tools to help people have a healthy, happy summer. From tick removal tools, to nasal sanitizer kits, doctors say the community event was a way to connect visitors with items that would come in handy during their summer hikes, vacations, and more.
Bears and coyotes added to Charleston urban hunting season
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Urban hunting in Charleston will include bears and coyotes beginning this fall. On Monday, Charleston City Council approved a bill that adds bears and coyotes as animals allowed to be hunted within city limits during urban hunting. Previously, only deer were on that list. The bill allows hunters to use crossbows […]
Ironton hiker missing for two weeks found alive
WOLFE COUNTY, Ky. (WSAZ)- A man from Ironton, Ohio, who was reported missing after a trip to the Red River Gorge area, was found on Saturday by the Wolfe County Search and Rescue Team. Scott Hern was found alive but in need of medical attention, according to first responders. After...
Alleged monster terrorized Raleigh County community during the 1930s
FIRECO, WV (LOOTPRESS) – In the 1930s, residents of Fireco in Raleigh County were gripped with fear and curiosity as an unknown creature terrorized the town. Locals reported a series of gruesome incidents involving decapitated dogs and brain-eaten hogs, which forced everyone to stay indoors after dark. This mysterious creature, dubbed the Fireco Monster or […]
Deputy Sheriff's Association seeks approval for Police Memorial at Courthouse
Mingo County Deputy Sheriff’s Association President Cpl. Norman Mines approached the Mingo County Commission July 16 seeking permission to construct a police memorial on the Mingo County Courthouse property. Mines told the commission that Mingo is one of the only counties that does not have a police memorial. “We...
Got dirty water? Has your well gone dry? Tell us about it, West Virginia
As Mountain State Spotlight reporters have traveled the state in recent months, we’ve heard from West Virginians all across the state that they struggle to access clean water. In Ritchie County, the discovery of pollution in drinking water sources has residents worried about how officials will improve their aging water systems. In the southern coalfields, […] Got dirty water? Has your well gone dry? Tell us about it, West Virginia appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
First female astronaut from West Virginia shares dream with the Mountain State
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – One Mountaineer will soon be able to see the Mountain State from way up high, as she gets ready to become the first female astronaut from West Virginia. Emily Calandrelli is the face of the hit Netflix series ‘Emily’s Wonder Lab’. Calandrelli isn’t just a star on the screen, she’s also a […]
Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — Governor Jim Justice and WorkForce West Virginia announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits are available to qualifying individuals living or working in Hancock, Kanawha, Marshall, Ohio, Roane, Wetzel and Wood counties. These counties were designated as major disaster areas by the President on May 24, 2024, following an official request by Gov. Justice. […] The post Gov. Justice, WorkForce West Virginia announce Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for communities impacted by storms and flooding April 11-12, 2024 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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