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Former Governor of W. Virginia Is a Chicago Cabby

Mar. 12, 1965 - William Casey Marland, who was Governor of West Virginia with two chauffeur-driven Cadillacs at his commend from 1953 to 1957, is now a cab driver in Chicago. He drives a white Ford cab for the Flash Cab Company. What happened?. “Got drunk,” he answered. At...

Chicago, IL · 2025-03-12

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Meadowbook Mall's Limited Vacant Space Becomes More Limited as Business has Ribbon-Cutting Event

There is a new business in at Meadowbrook Mall as one of the few vacant storefronts in the Bridgeport retail hub has its doors open. On Tuesday, officials from the Harrison County Chamber of Commerce were joined by representatives from the mall for a ribbon cutting. ceremony welcoming Piercings N...

Bridgeport, WV · 2025-03-13
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Fake millionaire's empire crumbles: 'Wolf of WV' pleads guilty to wire fraud

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A South Charleston man who portrayed himself as a millionaire real estate mogul with enough disposable income to travel the world has pleaded guilty to two counts in a federal indictment that said he used a website and social media to scam people out of money for fraudulent investment schemes.

South Charleston, WV · 2025-03-12
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Blaine Stewart Leaving West Virginia University

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia — Moments ago, West Virginia inside wide receivers coach Blaine Stewart, son of former WVU head coach Bill Stewart, announced that he is leaving the program for another opportunity. Stewart, who is from Morgantown, West Virginia and was in his 3rd season as an assistant with...

Morgantown, WV · 2025-03-13
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Most Appalachian Power Bills Set To Decrease, But Not By Much

Thirty-nine cents a month. That’s how much the average electricity user’s bill will go down thanks to a West Virginia Public Service Commission order on Tuesday. Last April, Appalachian Power sought recovery of about $20 million in fuel costs, and Tuesday, the PSC approved it. While residential customers...

West Virginia · 2025-03-13

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Police warn multiple threats made to local middle schools

PHILIPPI, W.Va (WDTV) - The Barbour County Sheriff’s Department posted a notice on their Facebook Thursday evening. “We were made aware this evening of a threat that was going around on Snapchat which only said that something would happen at the “middle school”. Upon investigation by deputies and the prevention resource officer with the assistance of Barbour County school employees, we were able to confirm that this threat was made for and in another county. In an abundance of caution, we will still have a high law-enforcement presence at our schools tomorrow.”

Barbour County, WV · 2025-03-14

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Update: 1 lane open after vehicle fire breaks out on I-68 East

West Virginia 511 has reported that the left lane of Interstate 68 East near Coopers Rock State Forest has reopened after a vehicle fire caused both lanes to close Thursday afternoon.

Morgantown, WV · 2025-03-13

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Man’s body found in southern W.Va. identified

LOGAN COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) – According to West Virginia State Police, a body found Tuesday near a bridge in the Logan area has been identified as a Mingo County man reported missing in December. Robert Lee Woods, 50, of War Eagle, West Virginia, had been entered into the NCIC...

Mingo County, WV · 2025-03-13

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West Virginia senators aim to revitalize coal industry

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — If you’re tired of rising utility bills, you are not alone. West Virginia senators say they share the same feelings and believe the answer is right under our feet. Revitalizing West Virginia’s coal industry and bringing down utility costs for customers is the goal of two pieces of legislation originating in […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-13

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Three Arrested in Beckley for Holding Couple Hostage Over Missing Jewelry

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A disturbing hostage situation at the Travel Lodge on Harper Road led to the arrest of three individuals after a man and his girlfriend were allegedly held against their will, threatened with firearms, and assaulted over a missing necklace. Incident Details On February 26, 2025, Beckley Police officers responded to a […]

Beckley, WV · 2025-03-12

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Pennsylvania & Ohio Weather Alert: Strong Winds Up to 50 MPH Expected This Weekend

Pittsburgh, PA – Residents in western Pennsylvania and northern Ohio should prepare for strong winds this weekend, with gusts potentially exceeding 50 mph in some areas. Breezy conditions are expected outside of thunderstorms, impacting travel and outdoor activities. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Pittsburgh, the highest wind...

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-12

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House of Delegates passes bill that would allow reclassification, lower quality standards for some West Virginia waterways

CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY) – A bill that would allow energy companies and other outside entities to petition the Department of Environmental Protection to change the classification of waterways that are not used as a public water supply has overwhelmingly passed the House of Delegates. A significant number of rivers...

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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Former West Virginia Senator has bond revoked in indecent exposure and DUI cases

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — Former West Virginia Senator Mike Maroney appeared in Magistrate Court on Wednesday before Magistrate Zachary Allman. During the hearing, the Prosecutor requested that Maroney’s bond be revoked, stating Maroney was not compliant with the previously set conditions. Maroney requested that video evidence from his charges on August 13—specifically, indecent exposure and […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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Owner of Kanawha County property used as homeless encampment charged, records say

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Kanawha County man charged with operating an open dump now has three more months to dismantle and clean up a tent city near St. Albans that once provided shelter to nearly 40 unhoused people. Stan Smith, 69, of Tornado has been charged with...

Kanawha County, WV · 2025-03-11

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REPORTS: Darian Devries at West Virginia is now a TOP candidate for the Indiana head coaching job

Could Darian DeVries be the next coach of the Indiana Hoosiers basketball team? As the coaching search intensifies, the Indiana Hoosiers are eyeing the WVU coach.

Bloomington, IN · 2025-03-13

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West Virginia governor signs law defining ‘male’ and ‘female’

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed the “Riley Gaines Act” into law, making the state the 12th in the nation to define terms such as “male” and “female” in state law. The legislation, also known as SB 456/HB 2006, was passed with bipartisan support and signed by the governor the […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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Skier dies in Tucker County Wednesday

DAVIS, W.Va. — A skier has died at the Timberline Mountain resort in Tucker County. Via social media, the resort said the skier died on Wednesday, the investigation into the incident is ongoing, and no further information will be released. The full statement is here:. We are heartbroken to...

Tucker County, WV · 2025-03-13

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Woman arrested after neglecting incapacitated sister in Marion County

FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - A woman was arrested after deputies said her neglect of her incapacitated sister resulted in a brain bleed. Karen Hanson, 65, of Fairmont, removed her incapacitated sister from medical care against medical advice and neglected to provide adequate care for her, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

Marion County, WV · 2025-03-12