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Charleston Housing Fair connects residents with homeownership assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Housing organizations and real estate professionals gathered in Charleston on Saturday to help residents navigate rising housing costs and learn about homeownership assistance programs. The third annual Charleston Housing Fair connected residents with lenders, realtors and community organizations offering down payment assistance, housing counseling and...

Charleston, WV · 14h
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Democrats gain 14 seats in West Virginia Legislature

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Democrats made significant gains in the West Virginia Legislature during Tuesday’s general election, flipping several Republican-held seats in both the House of Delegates and State Senate, although Republicans will still maintain a supermajority in both chambers. According to unofficial election results, Democrats increased their representation in the 100-member House of Delegates […]

West Virginia · 3d

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Marcum easily outdistances Sexton; Brown retains his commission seat

When the 2027 West Virginia Legislature convenes in February, the first newly elected delegate representing the 34th Delegate District — a district that encompasses two-thirds of Mingo County and part of McDowell County — will be assuming that office since Mark Dean in 2016. Dean, who in total...

Mingo County, WV · 1d
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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

WOWK 13 News

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Logan County community speaks out over proposed closure of Hugh Dingess Elementary School

LOGAN COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — Community members gathered Thursday evening to voice their concerns over the proposed closure of Hugh Dingess Elementary School in Logan County. The school is one of three in the county facing possible closure, along with Justice Elementary School and South Man Elementary School. If the closure of Hugh Dingess Elementary […]

Logan County, WV · 2d

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Mason County gas line rupture contained

Editor’s Note: This story was updated with the latest information. MASON COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — A gas line rupture that forced Mason County residents to find a safe place on Saturday has been contained. Mason County Emergency Management told 13 News the rupture was reported in the area of Castro Road and Kapp Ridge around […]

Mason County, WV · 13h

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Kanawha County Ambulance Authority plans four permanent stations

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority plans to establish permanent stations in South Charleston, St. Albans, Dunbar and Marmet, where ambulance crews currently operate under leases, KCEAA Executive Director Lance Wheeler said. Wheeler said the four communities have leases instead of permanent stations. The authority...

Kanawha County, WV · 3d

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Gov. Morrisey announces $3.2 million initiative to provide clean drinking water to 5,000 homes in McDowell, Mingo counties

WELCH, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Patrick Morrisey has announced a $3.2 million water filtration initiative aimed at providing cleaner, more dependable drinking water to approximately 5,000 households in McDowell and Mingo counties. The initiative will focus on households that rely on private wells, springs or cisterns rather than municipal water systems. State officials estimate the […]

Mcdowell County, WV · 2d

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Step by Step to become Boys & Girls Clubs of Central West Virginia

CHARLESTON A nonprofit organization serving children and families in southern West Virginia is preparing for a new identity as it moves toward joining the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Step by Step, Incorporated has announced plans to become a chartered member of the national organization and transition to a...

Logan County, WV · 15h

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Cabell County democrats look hopeful to Charleston

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — After a blue wave in the 2026 General Election, Cabell County democratic elects say they are hopeful for the future ahead. House of Delegates District 24 and Senate District 5 will both be seated by democratic candidates. Democrat Steve Williams, the former mayor of Huntington, won his race against Republican incumbent […]

Cabell County, WV · 3d

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Neighbors: Hospital construction traffic wrecking the road, raising dust cloud

PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Neighbors along Seville Drive in Putnam County describe their daily drive as two things: a roller coaster ride and a cloud of dust. Now, residents say constant heavy truck traffic connected to a nearby hospital expansion is damaging their vehicles and creating hazardous conditions outside their front doors.

Putnam County, WV · 2d

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Former South Charleston mayor flips state Senate seat

Robb was first elected mayor of South Charleston when he was 29 years old, and served until his retirement in 2007.

South Charleston, WV · 2d

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West Virginia House, Senate races headline Election Day results from Kanawha, Putnam counties

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — It was a busy Tuesday night in Kanawha and Putnam counties for the election. There were several races of note in the House of Delegates. – 18th District incumbent Jim Butler, R, defeated Democrat Jonathan Hersman in a tightly contested race. Butler earned 90 more votes than Hersman.

Kanawha County, WV · 3d

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Automatic legislative stay invoked in W.Va. school aid formula lawsuit

CHARLESTON – With legislative interim meetings expected to take up the topic of reforming West Virginia’s complicated and dated school aid formula next week and during next year’s regular session, lawmakers have invoked an automatic stay of a recent lawsuit with state education officials also seeking a delay.

West Virginia · 1d

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Lance Wheeler elected to serve District 8 in West Virginia Senate

WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — Lance Wheeler has been elected to represent District 8 in the West Virginia Senate, defeating Kim Hundley. The district covers a portion of Putnam and Kanawha Counties. Wheeler served the Kanawha County Commission from 2020-26. He left the commission earlier this year to lead the...

West Virginia · 4d

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OPINION: The Quiet Giants in our midst right here

We live in a culture obsessed with distant icons. We look to national stages, viral videos and history textbooks to find our heroes, often operating under the assumption that true greatness belongs only to the past or to faraway zip codes. In doing so, we fail to recognize the immense, transformative power of the giants walking right beside us.

Charleston, WV · 14h

WOWK 13 News

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130th Airlift Wing dedicates readiness center in memory of Elisabeth “Beth” Melton

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) – The 130th Airlift Wing honored the life and legacy of a woman who dedicated nearly a decade to supporting military members and their families during a special ceremony Saturday. Building 145, the Airman and Family Readiness Center at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base in Charleston, was dedicated on Nov. 7 in […]

Charleston, WV · 12h

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St. Albans Veterans Parade brings community together ahead of Veterans Day

ST. ALBANS, W.Va. (WOWK) – Community members gathered in downtown St. Albans on Saturday to honor military veterans during the city’s annual Veterans Parade. The parade began at 11 a.m. on Nov. 7, with participants lining up near Park Street and Sixth Avenue before making their way through the city. Despite the chilly weather, families […]

St Albans, WV · 11h

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Jay Rockefeller remembered for bringing Toyota to W.Va., fueling state's economic growth

PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Perhaps one of Sen. Jay Rockefeller's biggest economic accomplishments was bringing the Toyota manufacturing plant to Putnam County. Today, Toyota is one of the region's top employers and a major economic driver for Putnam County, the region and West Virginia. For more than 30 years, Toyota has operated in Putnam County, producing engines and transmissions.

Putnam County, WV · 1d

WVNS

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Closure scheduled for Putnam Business Park Drive exit due to paving project

PUTNAM COUNTY, WV (WVNS) – Due to a paving project, the Putnam Business Park Drive exit on US 35 is scheduled to be closed starting Friday, November 6, 2026. According to a press release from the West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT), the Putnam Business Park exit on US 35 will be closed for a […]

Putnam County, WV · 2d