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One person taken to hospital after crash on I-77 south

CHESAPEAKE, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Kanawha County 911 says one person was taken to the hospital following a single vehicle crash on I-77 south near mile marker 87. The crash happened around 5:20 p.m. on November 8. The cause of the crash and the extend of the injuries are unknown. The West Virginia State Police, Kanawha County Ambulance, and Chesapeake Volunteer Fire Department all responded to the crash.

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UPDATE: Fast lane reopened after camper crash blocks westbound lanes of I-64

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va . (WSAZ) - All lanes of traffic have reopened after following a camper crash at the 46 mile marker of I-64. UPDATE 11/8/26 @ 5:09 p.m. KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va . (WSAZ) - Metro 911 has confirmed that the fast lane has reopened following a camper crash at the 46 mile marker of I-64.

Kanawha County, WV · 2d
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Beckley Educator Selected for Nationwide 2026-27 ARTEFFECT Ambassadors Cohort

SANTA MONICA, CA (LOOTPESS) – The ARTEFFECTlmc Foundation has announced the 2026-2027 cohort of ARTEFFECT Ambassadors, an award-winning visual arts education fellowship for educators working directly with students in grades 6-12. The 19 fellows in the program’s fourth annual cohort were selected from a competitive pool of nationwide applicants and hail from 16 states. The […]

Beckley, WV · 8h

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W.Va. delegate to propose ban on direct educator-student texts after teacher cases

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A West Virginia lawmaker said he plans to introduce legislation restricting direct communications between educators and students after two cases involving teachers drew attention to the issue. Former Del. Elliott Pritt, a Fayette County teacher, faces federal charges after prosecutors alleged that online communications with...

West Virginia · 23h
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West Virginia Weather Alert: Charleston Near Freezing Friday, Nov 10-14

A 41-degree temperature swing brings wet roads, colder mornings and potential frost across the Kanawha Valley.

Charleston, WV · 13h

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Beckley’s Veterans Day Parade set to return for another year

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The City of Beckley, in partnership with the American Legion Post 32 and Visit Southern West Virginia, is honoring veterans with a special tradition. These organizations will host the annual Veteran’s Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026. Floats and vehicles will line up at Park middle School at 9:00 in […]

Beckley, WV · 19h

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West Virginia towns push back against air permits for chemical firm

Kanawha County residents are pushing back against a West Virginia industrial chemical company seeking state regulators' approval for two air permit requests. Ryan Kirkpatrick, climate and utility organizer for the West Virginia Citizen Action Group, said the company is asking the state to modify its existing permits to loosen emissions regulations at its facility in Dunbar-Institute, outside of Charleston. Union Carbide claimed the modified permits will not increase chemical emissions but residents disagree. "They're saying, 'Hey, we're not producing as much as we possibly could, so I feel like you guys should be a little bit less stringent on the regulations, the monitoring,'" Kirkpatrick asserted. Kirkpatrick explained residents are concerned about the effects of increased ethylene oxide and nitrogen oxide emissions. Environmental groups, including Mom’s Clean Air Force , argued the changes would increase health risks for households, particularly children sensitive to air pollution. Kirkpatrick noted Dunbar-Institute, a historically Black community, has dealt with generations of higher exposure to pollutants and higher-than-average rates of cancer and illness. "Every house has someone who's either passed away with breast or lung cancer or testicular cancer. Those are like really, really common," Kirkpatrick observed. An activist told West Virginia regulators at a public

Kanawha County, WV · 1d

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State Senator-elect Robb excited to make “change” in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Known for his three decades as South Charleston mayor, Richie Robb is preparing to make an impact at the state Capitol. A Democrat, Robb unseated Republican incumbent Anne Charnock in the unexpired 17th State Senate District race this November. Robb garnered 14,732 votes, good for 53 percent of the vote.

South Charleston, WV · 20h

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West Virginia Auditor raises eyebrows after signing tax deeds for a friend

Two state lawmakers are raising questions after the state auditor appears to have stepped in to fix a deed issue for a friend. The West Virginia state auditor is the state’s bookkeeper and responsible for rooting out fraud, waste and graft within both state and local governments. And in recent years, the auditor has been placed in charge of handling the sale of properties with delinquent taxes.

West Virginia · 1d

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West Virginia Package Theft Alert as Thanksgiving, Christmas Near in Charleston, Huntington

Residents are encouraged to watch doorsteps and protect holiday packages as November deliveries increase.

Charleston, WV · 1h

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W.Va. Department of Education briefs lawmakers on proposal for new school funding formula

CHARLESTON – With student enrollment expected to continue trending downward while the estimate cost of educating rural students and those with special needs expected to rise, education officials in West Virginia walked lawmakers through a draft proposal to reform the formula before the courts mandate changes. The Joint Standing...

West Virginia · 17h

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Beckley Water urges residents to take precautions to avoid frozen water pipes as temperatures drop

Beckley, WV (WOAY) With colder temperatures approaching, Beckley Water is urging customers to take precautions now to protect their homes and businesses from frozen water pipes. Officials say exposed or poorly insulated pipes can freeze and expand, leading to burst pipes, costly repairs, and water damage. Beckley Water recommends insulating...

Beckley, WV · 7h

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State School Building Authority hearing from 34 county school superintendents this week; to distribute $61 million

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Education leaders from all around West Virginia are stopping by the state School Building Authority’s office in the Capital City early this week. Superintendents from 34 counties are making their pitches to the SBA to receive some of the $61 million that will be distributed this year. Seventeen education officials presented before the SBA board on Monday, with 17 more to follow on Tuesday.

West Virginia · 1d

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Vote for your favorite Holiday Tree at Tamarack’s Wonderland of Trees

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The Wonderland of Trees is in full swing at Tamarack Marketplace in Beckley. This marks the 18th year the United Way of Southern West Virginia has put on this special event. This event provides local organizations to doll up a Christmas tree and put in on display for all to see. […]

Beckley, WV · 20h

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Kanawha County Commission declares general election results

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The Kanawha County Commission on Monday confirmed the results of Decision 2026 voting. The commission completed voter canvassing late Monday afternoon. It took about 3-1/2 hours for the commission to canvass the provisional and absentee ballots, and another four hours to complete the required 5 percent hand count.

Kanawha County, WV · 21h

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Toys for Tots kicks off holiday season with shopping spree at Beckley Kohl’s

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – It is that time of year again for the staff of Toys for Tots to start collecting toys for those in need. One of the stops made by the organization was at Kohl’s in Beckley. The store provided them with a $1,000 grant to start their collecting off right. Lora Stevens, […]

Beckley, WV · 20h

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Spartans claim first state title (Girls Soccer AAA State Championship)

Raleigh County, WV (WOAY)- A battle of the Easts in Beckley. The East Fairmont Bee’s (1) did battle with the Greenbrier East Spartans(2) in the Class-AAA Girls State Soccer Championship. It was a low scoring defensive slugfest on Saturday where both teams had chances but the goal keepers were...

Beckley, WV · 2d

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Teen Luke Stewart wins the BASS Nation State Championship

SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. — The West Virginia Bass Nation organization hosts its high school fishing series to help introduce and educate young anglers on bass fishing and get them ready for adult completion. However, this year, it was a high school angler who took the whole organization to school. At...

Summersville, WV · 2d