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Athletic director arrested during Ripley High School game

RIPLEY, W.Va. (WOWK) — A West Virginia high school athletic trainer is off the job and facing charges related to a relationship with a student. Jackson County Schools Superintendent Will Hosaflook said that Ripley High School health teacher, athletic director and athletic trainer Steven Lough has been let go effective immediately following his arrest at […]

Ripley, WV · 1d

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Kanawha County deputies locate teenager reported missing

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — UPDATED – 3:20 p.m., 11/7/26. A teenager who was reported missing on Saturday morning has been located, deputies said. Emilee Grace Kirk, 14, was located by deputies on Saturday afternoon, according to an updated press release from the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office. ORIGINAL...

Kanawha County, WV · 1d

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Lanes back open after I-64 crash near Nitro

Editor’s Note: This story was updated with the latest information. NITRO, W.Va. (WOWK) — The lanes on I-64 West are back open after a brief shutdown due to a vehicle overturning near Nitro Sunday evening. According to Metro 911, the crash was reported by mile marker 46 around 3:55 p.m. Nitro Police said it as […]

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3 arrested after intentionally setting 2 structure fires

FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Three people have been arrested following an investigation into two intentionally set structure fires in Powelltown last month, according to the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department. Tyler Hudnall, 18, of Montgomery, Jeremy Proctor, 36, of Boomer, and James Hudnall, 32, of Montgomery, were arrested Friday.

Fayette County, WV · 2d

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THIS WEEK IN WV HISTORY: Nov. 8–14

Charleston WV – The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org. Nov. 8, 1936: It’s Wheeling Steel, a half-hour musical variety radio program, debuted over WWVA in Wheeling. The program was an instant success with local audiences and later became a nationwide sensation.

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Coach's 4-year-old son leads team onto field in uniform each Friday night

Every pre-game warm-up for the Herbert Hoover Huskies, fans may notice someone in uniform a bit smaller than the rest.

Clendenin, WV · 1d

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Charleston officials announce modified trash collection dates for 2026 holiday season

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — City officials have announced changes in refuse and recycling collection schedules for Charleston. Modifications will be made for the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s, according to a news release from the city. NOVEMBER 23-27 Tuesday pickup changes Monday, Nov. 23. Wednesday pickup...

Charleston, WV · 1d

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Pub crawls on hold in St. Albans after fights prompt police response

ST. ALBANS, W.Va. (WSAZ) - St. Albans Mayor Scott James and St. Albans Police Chief Philip Bass said the city will not be participating in the popular “pub crawl” events in the future after two incidents involving multiple fights and physical altercations. The first concern happened March 28,...

St Albans, WV · 2d

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U.S. Postal Service to be closed in observance of Veterans Day

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — U.S. Postal Service office locations will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. According to a press release, on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, all USPS post office locations will be closed for Veterans Day, and retail services and regular mail delivery will continue on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The release stated […]

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WVSP: One hurt in training incident

West Virginia State Police said one person was injured Friday afternoon in a training incident in Institute.

Wheeling, WV · 2d

Country Herald

West Virginia Weather Alert: Freeze, Then 70% Rain Nov. 8-14

A morning freeze gives way to mild November weather before rain chances climb to 70% Thursday.

Charleston, WV · 16h

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Hometown Hero | Chef Paul Smith

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) – While he has worked in world-class kitchens across the country, Chef Paul Smith chose to bring that talent right back home to Charleston. Our latest Hometown Hero and West Virginia’s first-ever James Beard Award winner is feeding more than just hungry appetites. After studying...

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The IRS gives storm and flood victims in Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha counties in West Virginia until Feb. 4, 2027 to file and pay many federal taxes

The IRS says individuals and businesses in Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha counties in West Virginia have until Feb. 4, 2027 to file and pay many federal taxes after severe storms and flooding that began Aug. 14, 2026. The relief, announced Oct. 14 as release WV-2026-02, follows a disaster declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency... The post The IRS gives storm and flood victims in Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha counties in West Virginia until Feb. 4, 2027 to file and pay many federal taxes appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Kanawha County, WV · 2d

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Charleston List Prices Climb Well Above the National Trend

Charleston listings dipped and sellers were cutting prices less than average, but homes spent more time on the market.

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One injured in training accident

INSTITUTE, W.Va. (WSAZ) - One person was injured Friday afternoon in a training accident in Institute, according to West Virginia State Police. WVSP said the person sustained a minor leg injury. The incident was reported just before 3 p.m. Friday on Academy Drive in Institute. Keep checking WSAZ for the...

Institute, WV · 2d

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South Charleston names new police chief at city council meeting

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — It’s a historic night for South Charleston, as it names its first new police chief in 19 years. “This is a great city,” said Andrew Gordon, newly appointed South Charleston Police Chief. “This is a great police department, and it’s an honor. I really, truly appreciate Mayor Frank Mullins giving […]

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Restaurant in Place for 34 Years in What was Once a Must-Stop State Shopping Destination Set to Close

Earlier this month, what was once one of West Virginia’s top retail shopping destinations announced its decades-long run was coming to end. Last month, the owner of the Charleston Town Center said they will be closing sometime next year due to a lack of tenants. The owner of the...

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