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Man arrested after hours-long standoff in Huntington
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A man was arrested after an hours-long standoff in Huntington, court records said. Curt Allen Rivard, 54, is charged with obstructing an officer, domestic battery, destruction of property and being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm after an incident Sunday night, according to a criminal complaint filed in Cabell County Magistrate Court.
One man arrested in Huntington arson
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Huntington man was arrested last Friday by a West Virginia State Fire Marshal investigator on an arson charge after allegedly setting fire to a portion of a residential house. Thomas Dayton McGill is being charged in a fire that occurred on Friday, April 26th, around 12:30 PM in the 1100 […]
First Alert Weather Day | Rain returns
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day for the chance of scattered showers and storms. Some storms could drop heavy downpours, so have your rain gear handy as we go through the day. Temperatures will rise into the mid 70s for the afternoon highs, and a mostly cloudy day is expected. Severe weather is not expected.
First Alert Weather | Monday Forecast
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The work week is starting off warm and calm, temperatures expected to reach into the mid to high 80s. It will be another warm and mostly clear day across the region. Changes come into the forecast on Tuesday. A cold front will be pushing through the region on Tuesday, knocking our daytime highs back into the mid 70s for the day. For Tuesday, as of right now, it does not appear like there will be any severe weather as this system passes through the region, but we could see some isolated stronger thunderstorms. Be sure to stay tuned for further updates from the First Alert Weather Team as this event gets closer to time.
Historic Keith-Albee receives large donation from Brad and Alys Smith
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A historic Huntington venue has gotten a sizable donation for renovations. The Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center announced Monday it received a $1 million pledge from Brad and Alys Smith for capital renovations, according to a news release. “Access to the arts plays an important role...
Marshall’s School of Medicine conducts 44th doctoral graduation, 2nd physician assistant hooding ceremony
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine awarded 61 doctoral degrees and recognized 23 Master of Medical Science graduates at ceremonies last week. At its 44th annual doctoral graduation and investiture Friday at the Marshall Health Network Arena in Huntington, Marshall University President Brad D. Smith and David Gozal, M.D., M.B.A., Ph.D. (Hon), vice president of […]
Yingling announces retirement as CEO of Marshall Health Network
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Marshall Health Network CEO Dr. Kevin Yingling has informed the network’s board of directors that he plans to retire in 2025. “It has been my honor and privilege to serve the patients, community and region,” Yingling said in a Monday news release. “As I look across Marshall Health Network, I am inspired by the talent and positive momentum of our team, and I know that together, we will continue to reach new milestones. I look forward to working with the MHN Board of Directors throughout the selection process for the next CEO to guide our system forward.”
‘It was an error of a heartless man:’ Father of 25-year-old shot while turkey hunting in Wayne County speaks out
WAYNE COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Instead of celebrating his 25th birthday on an annual father-son hunting trip, a Wayne County man is recovering in the hospital after being shot by another hunter. “A lot of people is going to blame this on guns, but it wasn’t the gun’s fault,” said Wayne Williamson, the Kermit Assistant […]
MSAC Baseball: Spring Valley and Cabell Midland pick up semifinal wins
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Mountain State Athletic Conference is holding their league tournament over Monday and Tuesday at GoMart Ballpark. A chance for our local high school athletes to compete in a professional baseball stadium. In the first semifinal, Spring Valley scored nine runs in the fifth inning...
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