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Kent Carper won’t serve even if re-elected to Kanawha County Commission
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Kent Carper is no longer a member of the Kanawha County Commission, and in exchange for no prosecution, he’s agreed not to take office even if re-nominated in Tuesday’s primary. Still, a lot of questions remain about the case. Kent Carper resigned from office Friday, the same day the U.S. Attorney […]
Marmet: A need for lowering prescription drug costs
Jack Miller is 65 and has diabetes. He'd like to see more focus on spending money to lower the cost of medications for seniors like him. Marmet: A need for lowering prescription drug costs appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
History Made: Lady Spartans Clinch First Ever State Softball Tournament
FAIRLEA- The temperature was unseasonably cool, the rain was falling, and the cowbells were ringing, but not even one of those factors deterred the Greenbrier East Lady Spartans on Tuesday night, May 14 at Spartan Yards. East overcame a 5-2 deficit in the fifth inning and scored five runs in the sixth to cap arguably […] The post History Made: Lady Spartans Clinch First Ever State Softball Tournament appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Prosecutors found significant concerns in Kent Carper investigation, but burden of proof was less certain
Federal prosecutors found “significant areas of concern” while investigating Kanawha County Commissioner Kent Carper’s actions following an alleged lewd behavior incident in a local roadside park, the U.S. Attorney for Southern West Virginia said today. But U.S. Attorney Will Thompson said he made a determination not to...
Chesapeake: Doubting politicians’ promises to lower costs for people with disabilities
Shawn Ramsey is a full-time caregiver for his mother, and the two struggle to get by on disability benefits. Chesapeake: Doubting politicians’ promises to lower costs for people with disabilities appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Two injured in Kanawha County crash
CROSS LANES, W.Va. (WCHS) — Two people were injured in a crash Friday morning in Cross Lanes, officials said. The two-vehicle crash was reported near Shannon Drive and Washington Street West, according to Metro 911. The road was closed for about 30 minutes but has since reopened. Both drivers...
Narrow win for Morrisey over Capito in GOP primary for governor
CHARLESTON – In a nailbiter of an election contest for the Republican nomination for governor of West Virginia, Attorney General Patrick Morrisey secured a victory over former state lawmaker Moore Capito, denying him the office once held by his grandfather, the late Republican Gov. Arch Moore. According to Tuesday’s...
Charleston’s Capitol Market showcasing artists leading up to FestivALL
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Every weekend leading up to the start of FestivALL in June, the Capitol Market in Charleston will be showcasing different artists in a variety of mediums. There was a little bit of everything, from jewelry to canvas paintings to digital creations. “This is our second year doing shows with FestivALL and […]
Candidates make final push for votes in West Virginia GOP primary
CHARLESTON — With a tightening race and with voters hitting the polls this morning, former West Virginia lawmaker Moore Capito wrapped up a whirlwind tour of the state Monday evening in Charleston seeking votes in the Republican primary for governor. Capito, a former Republican member of the House of...
I-64 St. Albans exit and westbound slow lane set to close for repaving
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — The St. Albans exit and entrance ramps along Interstate 64 are set to close through the weekend for repaving, according to transportation officials. West Virginia Department of Transportation announced on Friday that the paving would begin with the westbound exit closing at 10 p.m....
Carry the load honoring fallen heros
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Carry the Load made its way to Charleston. It was in Morgantown earlier Saturday and continued its 28-day trek to Dallas, Texas. Drew Deleon is a veteran and works for fire rescue in Dallas, Texas. He’s on an 11-day journey with Carry the Load, a national...
Demonstration from 'national hate group' sparks community discussion in Charleston
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Back on April 27, masked demonstrators from a controversial national group marched through downtown Charleston. They had signs saying things such as "America is not for sale." This happened the same day as the YWCA's End to Racism Race. This lead to community discussion Monday...
2024 Pro Road National Championship kicks off
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — The 2024 Pro Road National Championship began Tuesday afternoon with the Junior Men’s and Women’s Time Trial Races. The Junior division consists of 17- and 18-year-olds and featured 18 women and 46 men who took the course. The Junior Time Trials course was one lap, but that one lap was 10.4 […]
Three-vehicle crash delays traffic on I-64
NITRO, WV (WOWK) – A crash on I-64 West shut down one lane of westbound traffic Thursday afternoon. According to Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers, the crash happened around 5:35 p.m. Thursday at the Nitro entrance ramp of I-64W. Dispatchers say three vehicles were involved. No one was injured in the crash, according to dispatchers. […]
West Virginia Virtual Academy's Cheryl Stahle Makes History as First West Virginian to Win National Changemaker Award
CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA, USA, May 13, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA) proudly announces Cheryl Stahle, MEd, as a 2024 Changemaker Award honoree by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. Stahle is the first West Virginian to receive this esteemed accolade. The National Changemaker Award recognizes...
Appalachian Power seeks proposals for renewable energy and battery storage resources
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Appalachian Power is seeking proposals for renewable energy and battery energy storage resources that will help the company meet its future clean energy needs. The three Requests for Proposals (RFPs) were issued today for wind, solar, battery energy storage systems, and renewable energy certificates. Under the Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA), […]
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