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Cougars disregard weather conditions to record Regional track and field titles
SHENANDOAH JUNCTION — Chilly and unwanted weather took charge of the annual Class AAA, Region 2 track and field meet held as a forerunner to the always anticipated state meet coming in Charleston. How much that the raw temperatures harm the individual times, distances and heights, was the question...
Unique gift ideas for Father’s Day
CHARLESTON , WV (WOWK) – With Mother’s Day behind us and Father’s Day fast approaching, why not take a look at some great gift ideas for dear old Dad! Gadget expert, Steve Greenberg, shares some gifts for both Dads and grads, considering the graduation season is in full swing!
Pro Road Nationals: Criterium Race road closures
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The Criterium race for the Pro Road National Championships starts Thursday night, and some streets are already blocked throughout Charleston. Those parked in some areas of downtown will also need to move their vehicles before all of the road closures begin. According to City of Charleston Officials, anyone parked in the […]
Grand reopening scheduled for Chuck E. Cheese in Charleston
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A grand reopening is scheduled for Kanawha County’s Chuck E. Cheese location. The family entertainment center at 2846 Mountaineer Boulevard in Charleston will host a reopening ceremony from 5-8 p.m. Friday after a remodeling project, according to a news release from the company. The...
St. Albans extends season, sectional tournament with 10-2 win over GW
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. — Facing elimination for the second game in a row, St. Albans was not shaken by an early deficit in the first game of the championship round in the Class AAA Region III, Section 1 Tournament. The Red Dragons scored ten unanswered runs to extend their season with a 10-2 win over George Washington.
Charleston unveils new sculpture honoring late Regatta executive director
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The City of Charleston celebrated a brand new art installation with a special dedication downtown on Thursday. The colorful collective was designed in honor of the late Martha B. McKee, who served as the first full-time executive director of the famous Charleston Sternwheel Regatta. She also served as Deputy Secretary of […]
Nitro Fire Department responds to vehicle blaze
NITRO, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of the Nitro Fire Department on Thursday responded to a fire situation involving a vehicle. According to the Nitro Fire Department, on the morning of Thursday, May 16, 2024, Nitro Station 80, Engine 853, Chief 801 made their way to the scene to discover a passenger car caught in an […]
Justice: Special session to start on Sunday; child care initiatives not included on call
Gov. Jim Justice on Friday announced that the long-awaited special legislative session to amend the state’s budget for fiscal year 2025 will begin at 5 p.m. on Sunday in Charleston, the day before monthly interim meetings are scheduled to take place. The special session call includes 15 pieces of...
Pro Road athletes visit children at CAMC
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The Pro Road National Championships are rolling on in Charleston this week, and Wednesday saw some thrilling finishes as the cyclists gave it their all in hopes of a trip to the Olympics. Thursday morning, some of the athletes spent some time off the track to make a special visit to […]
2024-25 'Broadway in Charleston' lineup released
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The magic of Broadway is returning to the capital city with five performances. Charleston's Clay Center will host the 2024-25 lineup:. Event organizers said five-show season packages are now on sale. On sale dates for single shows will be announced ahead of each performance. More...
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