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West Virginia Emergency Management Division and FEMA announce potential disaster relief for renters affected by August storms

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — Renters in three counties in the Mountain State could be able to get grants from FEMA to help with recovery following storms and flooding that occurred in August. According to a press release, renters with damage from flooding and storms from August 14, 2026 to August 18, 2026 in Fayette, Kanawha, […]

Fayette County, WV · 1d

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WVSSAC State Volleyball Championships

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The West Virginia Volleyball State Championships are underway. The WSAZ Sports team is in Charleston talking with players and coaches throughout the day from the Vandalia Health Center.

Charleston, WV · 2d

Country Herald

West Virginia Weather Today: Season's Coldest Air, Lows Near 26° Nov 14

Snowshoe could see highs near 29 degrees Saturday before temperatures gradually recover Monday.

Charleston, WV · 14h

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West Virginia American Water invests $580K in Oak Hill upgrades

OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia American Water announced a $580,000 investment to upgrade water infrastructure in Fayette County, WV. According to a press release, the funds will go towards a project on Wilson Street and Harper Street in Oak Hill. The release included that during the project, 1,990 feet of aging pipe will […]

Oak Hill, WV · 1d

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Planned demolitions in Thurmond and Prince accompanied by major stabilization and renovation projects for Commercial Row, others

GLEN JEAN, WV (WOAY) – Contractors hired to demolish historic structures in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, many of them in the town of Thurmond, have been given a notice to proceed beginning Nov. 15. The National Park Service expects demolition to begin toward the end...

Thurmond, WV · 1d

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WV leads the nation in deer collisions: body shop manager weighs in on staying safe

Beckley, WV (WOAY): According to State Farm’s yearly reporting, West Virginia leads the nation in animal collisions, as 1 in 46 West Virginia drivers had an animal-related collision last year. The national average is 1 in 145. “We do probably 50 to 60 vehicles per month here at the...

West Virginia · 2d

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School closures remain an issue for concerned locals

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The discussion around the closing of local schools has continued to be a concern among Raleigh County community members. Raleigh County School Board members said Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary School and Mabscott Elementary School will discontinue operations at the end of the 2026-27 school year. Many locals maintained that the decision is not […]

Raleigh County, WV · 2d

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How to prepare your home for winter

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — We all know cold weather is coming, but what can you do to make sure your home is ready to handle it? Between pipes bursting, power outages, and heavy ice, there are a ton of things to worry about once the temperatures drop. But there are also things you might not […]

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NRGRDA Applauds Governor’s Commitment And Funding For Site-Ready Industrial Development

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) applauds Governor Patrick Morrisey’s announcement of a historic $40 million investment in industrial site readiness across West Virginia, calling the initiative a significant opportunity to strengthen economic development and attract new investment to Southern West Virginia. The investment includes $25 million in loans […]

West Virginia · 2d

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APCO shares tips for staying warm and saving money

Oak Hill, WV (WOAY): Winter is creeping around the corner, and as temperatures drop, heating bills can begin to soar. “It depends on the temperature outside and the temperature of their thermostat. You know, the larger that difference, the more usage they’re going to see. That’s why it’s always important to look into some energy efficiency tips that can help them sort of lower that difference and impact their bill.”

Oak Hill, WV · 2d

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Elementary school career fair shows students potential paths

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Some grade school students are getting glimpses of potential future careers. Andrew Heights Elementary School held a career fair for their students Friday morning. They got hands-on presentations from law enforcement, doctors, and even bakers who told the kids all about what they do for...

Kanawha County, WV · 1d

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Beckley celebrates the freedoms its veterans protect

Beckley, WV (WOAY): “Every day we wake up in this country should be a celebration. And we have so many blessings. And Veterans Day is just an excuse to kind of revel in that celebration,” said Adjutant William Lewis of Beckley VFW Post 4469, in front of his post’s patriotic parade float. “Everybody I’ve been with has sacrificed a lot for this country. And today’s the day to kind of enjoy the fruits of that sacrifice.”

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WV Board of Education December Meeting Rescheduled

Charleston, W.Va. - The December meeting of the West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2026, instead of the regularly scheduled date of Dec. 9. The Board will conduct all regularly scheduled business on this date, with the meeting beginning at 9 a.m. in Building 6, Suite 600, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, West Virginia. Agendas and updates will be posted on the WVBE event page of the West Virginia Department of Education's website one week prior to the meeting.

Charleston, WV · 1d

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How to drive safely when black ice is on the roads

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — With the wet roads and temperatures dropping quick this week, black ice could be a real possibility. So here are a few things you can do to stay safe on the roads. Hunter Tolliver, a firefighter with Beckley Fire Department, said there are several easy things you can do to keep […]

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Tamarack Marketplace hosts Sports Media Day for Southern WV schools

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Things are heating up when it comes to the High School Winter Sports season. At Tamarack on Thursday, November 12, 2026, teams from all over the state gathered for the inaugural Winter Sports Media Day. This event was put on by the Southern Educational Services Cooperation. Teams from Raleigh, Fayette, Summers, […]

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WSAZ+ | Wintry feel for the weekend

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Meteorologist Dillon Gaudet is tracking cold rain showers off and on throughout Friday on this First Alert Weather Day. If you’re traveling towards Beckley, some of those ridge lines could be dealing with some flakes trying to mix in. The best chance of seeing that will be Friday night into Saturday morning.

Beckley, WV · 1d

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West Virginia DOJ launches fraud task force uniting local, state and federal investigators

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A new task force aims to help law enforcement agencies share information and coordinate investigations into fraud affecting West Virginians. Fraud cases can cross city and state lines, making them difficult to investigate, officials said. In Charleston, police frequently see scams targeting older residents, along with romance scams and sextortion, said Sgt. Travis Bailes.

West Virginia · 2d

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Top Five Plays of the Week Nov. 13th

Southern WV, (WOAY)- Soccer season has come to a close, and the state tournament gave us plenty of all-time moments. From the final week of regular season football to the final moments of the soccer championships and everything in between, November is already giving us some great plays to recap.

Oak Hill, WV · 23h

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Leadership Beckley class learns how to talk to the news

Raleigh County, WV (WOAY) – Leadership Beckley spent Thursday afternoon on a skill most community leaders end up needing sooner or later: talking to the news. Leadership Beckley runs through the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce, bringing together leaders from local businesses, nonprofits and organizations across the region to learn about local issues and to build the relationships and skills they need to advance their organizations and careers.

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NY string quartet visits St. Francis students

Beckley, WV (WOAY): This afternoon, a New York string quartet paid a visit to students at St. Francis de Sales School in Beckley. Pizzi Strings presented segments of both classical and modern pieces in an interactive demonstration, teaching the kids about different types of string instruments as well as the different emotions that music can express.