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Missing man sought in Mason County last seen in Ohio River
POINT PLEASANT, WV (WOWK) – Authorities in Point Pleasant are asking for the public’s help locating a missing man. According to Mason County Emergency Management Director Jeremy Bryant, Daniel Higginbotham was last seen near the Ohio River just north of the Point Pleasant Riverfront Park. He was reported missing Tuesday. Higginbotham, 40, of Point Pleasant, […]
Crews on scene after person drowns in Poca River
UPDATE: (1:05 P.M. May 2, 2024) – Authorities have confirmed that a person has drowned in the Poca River. The body has been recovered. No further information about the person or the incident has been released at this time. This is a developing story. PUTNAM COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — Crews are investigating a possible drowning […]
Midland track star sets new shot put record
ONA, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Cabell Midland senior Michael Lunsford is now in select company in the shot put. Over the weekend, he broke Randy Barnes’ record of 66 feet and 9.5 inches with a throw of 68 feet and 6 inches at the Tudor’s Charleston Relays. It had been a record that was set back in 1985. WSAZ Sports caught up with Lunsford as he’s preparing for the state meet coming up in mid-May.
I-64W in Cabell County back open after crash
UPDATE: (10:05 p.m. Tuesday, April 30) — All lanes of I-64 westbound are back open, according to Cabell County 911. UPDATE: (6:55 P.M. Tuesday, April 30) – A portion of I-64 in Cabell County is still shut down after a multi-vehicle crash this afternoon at the 4.5-mile marker. Crews on the scene tell 13 News […]
Tie the knot in a galaxy far, far away, at True North Farm & Events
LESAGE, WV (WOWK) – Star Wars enthusiasts across the galaxy are gearing up for a truly out-of-this-world celebration on May the 4th. But this year, the force is strong with couples looking to take their love to new heights in a unique and unforgettable way. True North Farm & Events, nestled in the heart of Lesage, is set to host a wedding event unlike any other. We spoke with, Halcyon Findley, owner of True North Farm & Events, to tell us more about this cosmic occasion.
Plans released for city park upgrade
MASON COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Parts of Harmon Park in Point Pleasant are in need of an upgrade. On Wednesday, Point Pleasant City Councilman Cody Greathouse took WSAZ on a tour of the park as it stands now. We saw cracked tennis courts, broken lamp posts, broken glass and trash everywhere.
Proctorville man charged with aggravated robbery
PROCTORVILLE — A man was arrested and charged on Wednesday after police said he stole a carton of cigarettes from a Proctorville gas station and threatened a clerk. Steven Baldwin, 40, of Proctorville, was charged with aggravated robbery, a first degree felony, after village officers said he robbed a Speedway gas station. Proctorville police were […] The post Proctorville man charged with aggravated robbery appeared first on The Tribune.
How Green Acres levy could impact people with developmental disabilities in West Virginia
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Ahead of primary elections, one water supplier is looking for more funding through a levy to support their staff and operations; though this water supplier, LeSage Natural through Green Acres Regional Center, said their mission goes beyond bottling water. “As a social enterprise, which is what we are, it is […]
WNF to host children’s fishing derby
Set for Lake Vesuvius on May 18 The Wayne National Forest will have a children’s fishing derby at the Lake Vesuvius Boat Ramp on Saturday, May 18. The event is free and open to children, ages 4–17, accompanied by a parent or guardian. Derby registration will open at 8 a.m. at the Lake Vesuvius boat […] The post WNF to host children’s fishing derby appeared first on The Tribune.
Two separate police chases in Cabell County; four taken into custody
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Two separate police chases took place Tuesday night in Cabell County that resulted in four people being taken into custody. Deputies attempted to pull over a white sedan at around 7:30 p.m. in relation to a possible robbery suspect along 16th Street Road in Huntington before the driver drove onto Interstate 64 and got off the Barboursville Exit, according to Cabell County dispatchers.
Wilcox: Sharing Nickolich Award honors with dad is a ‘pretty special moment’
Avery Wilcox grew up a Mountaineer fan. He recalls going to his grandfather’s house in Milton, West Virginia, and watching WVU play. He wore the number eight through high school because of Karl Joseph and jokingly said he still watches Tavon Austin highlights every night. “I definitely watch it...
Spring Valley tops Cabell Midland for MSAC Tournament title
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Spring Valley was able to knock off Cabell Midland 4-1 on Tuesday to win the Mountain State Athletic Conference Tournament championship at GoMart Ballpark in Charleston. "They're just tough and hard-nosed and we got some skill players this year and we're getting used to winning...
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