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Hurricane high schooler honored with Gold Award, highest honor in Girl Scouts
HURRICANE, W.Va. — The Gold Award is the highest honor a Girl Scout can receive and Hurricane high schooler Ashton Warner achieved just that. Warner, 16, is a rising Ambassador in the Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council. She’s been participating in Girl Scouts since she was just five years old.
Kermit general election set for next month
The Town of Kermit will be holding its general election next month on June 11. Town officials said early voting begins Wednesday, May 29, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will extend through June 8 and include both Saturdays. Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m....
May 2024 Primary Election results certified in Mingo County
The May 2024 primary election results have been officially certified after a thorough canvass was conducted by the Mingo County Election Board on May 20. Despite minor changes in vote totals, officials said the overall outcome of all races remained unchanged. The canvass is overseen by the Mingo County Election...
Drag strip again dominates conversation at MCRA meeting
For the past several months, the erratic future of the Twin Branch Drag Strip has essentially dominated discussion at the Mingo County Redevelopment Authority’s monthly meetings. To a certain degree, this extended and often hotly debated topic between agency officials and a group of racing enthusiasts has also bled...
Mingo County candidates claim voter irregularities in primary election
MINGO COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Multiple candidates filed a formal complaint with the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office on Wednesday alleging voter irregularities in the primary election. That complaint was filed by John White, who ran for House of Delegates District 34, Audrey Smith, who ran for Mingo County Assessor, and Marty Fortner, who […]
Twin Branch sparks lively debate at Mingo County Commission
Twin Branch Motorsports Complex again took center stage and resulted in a heated discussion during the Mingo County Commission’s May 21 meeting. The discussion began when proponents of the drag strip, who attended the meeting, raised questions regarding a DBA (doing business as) filing under the name "Twin Branch Motorsports Complex."
Next year's Hatfield-McCoy Shootout to showcase new fieldhouse floor
WILLIAMSON – For the vast majority area basketball fans, the new-look Williamson Fieldhouse and unveiling will take place next basketball season during the annual Hatfield-McCoy Shootout tourney. The two-day event will enter its 23rd year during the 2024-25 basketball season and the tournament attracts thousands of fans from either...
Martin County Arrest Report
INEZ — Martin County Sheriff John Kirk’s Office reported the following arrests:. Samuel McCoy, 74, of Flatgap, was arrested Tuesday on Milo Road in Tomahawk for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of substance. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd was dispatched to South Milo for a vehicle in...
Care-A-VAN stops in St. Albans to find homes for furry friends
St. ALBANS, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association brought its Care-A-VAN mobile adoption unit to the Moses Toyota car dealership in St. Albans Friday in hopes to some of its animals new homes. “The biggest goal hopefully is to see a lot of the animals we have go...
Lawmakers Return To The Capitol, A Child Neglect Case And Pipeline Safety, This West Virginia Week
On this West Virginia Week, lawmakers returned to the capitol for interim committee meetings and a special session of the West Virginia Legislature. We’ll talk about some of the policy decisions lawmakers made. Plus, we’ll look at updates on the Mountain Valley Pipeline, the latest news for a Charleston...
Lily Carola Named to All-Tournament Team after State Tourney
FAIRLEA- Greenbrier East senior Lily Carola had an extraordinary year on the softball field. From the pitcher’s mound to first base to the batter’s box, Carola was stellar in all areas. However, she may have saved her best for last–literally. Carola was named to the All-Tournament team in Charleston after her two impressive performances in […] The post Lily Carola Named to All-Tournament Team after State Tourney appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Amerson Turns The Tables For ASCS Hurricane Victory
LOXLEY, Ala. — Denied no more, Alabama’s Kyle Amerson added his name to the list of winners with the ASCS Hurricane Area Super Sprints on Saturday night at Deep South Speedway. Amerson’s third overall victory in ASCS Regional competition, two others came with the former ASCS Southern Outlaw...
Community giveaway held in St. Albans
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Community Bridge organization held a giveaway at the St. Albans Police Department Wednesday to help the community with various house hold items including canned food, baby formula and medical supplies. Community Bridge director Chris Kimbro said times are tough and he's happy the...
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