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Huntington: Wishing for the good ole days when business boomed
HUNTINGTON – Philip Frank, 61, walks down Third Avenue in Huntington for a few blocks with a sack filled with a jar of peanut butter and a block of cheese. Frank has lived in the Jewel City all his life – he said his father Jimmy owned a grocery store for years on Fourth Avenue. […] Huntington: Wishing for the good ole days when business boomed appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Mikey Johnson ready to close out a championship career at Huntington
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Huntington’s Mikey Johnson wraps up a star-studded career at Huntington High at the West Virginia Track & Field Championships this weekend. The three-sport star will defend his state title in the long jump. Here’s our story from 6 o’clock.
CBS Factory Direct Windows holding home renovation giveaway
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - CBS Factory Direct Windows will be giving one lucky family a complete home renovation - and it’s all free!. Isaiah Keller, owner of CBS Factory Direct Windows, stopped by First Look at Four to tell us how it works. This segment is sponsored content and...
Huntington: Love the arts, uncertain on the levy
Sheila Redling, a writer and city welcomer, said she’s concerned about the contentious school levy vote and who will be the next mayor of West Virginia’s second-largest city. Huntington: Love the arts, uncertain on the levy appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Cabell County voters reject education excess levy
Voters in Cabell County on Tuesday rejected an excess levy to provide funding to the county schools as well as, in small part, parks and libraries. With all precincts reporting according to WSAZ, 64% of Cabell County voters rejected the levy. The levy would have totaled about $30.5 million for the school district over the […] The post Cabell County voters reject education excess levy appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Collins honored on Senior Night
Last Thursday, the Paintsville Lady Tigers picked up a 5-1 on Senior Night over the Fairview Lady Eagles in softball action in Paintsville. With neither team allowing anything over the first two and 1/2 innings, Paintsville got on the board first in the bottom of the third. After A dropped...
Adena softball fights to bitter end in Division III district semi loss to Dawson-Bryant
CHILLICOTHE — In the bottom of the seventh inning, the Adena softball team was brewing up a potential comeback against Dawson-Bryant. Over the previous four innings, the Warriors built themselves a four-run rally and trailed the Hornets by one run with two outs in the final frame. Bit by bit, the Warriors had inched back to within striking distance. Kiera Williams, the potential tying run, waited at third as Marly Halcomb approached the plate. All Adena needed was one more hit.
Marshall basketball announce Rob Fulford as new associate head coach
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Marshall announced Rob Fulford as associate head coach of the men’s basketball team Tuesday, according to a news release from the university. "He’s a first-class person and a first-class coach with a first-class work ethic,” Coach Cornelius Jackson said in a statement. “He’s a proven winner who’s had major success coaching in recruiting at the college and prep school levels.”
Marshall Health Network gives back to EMS workers
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – First responders in Cabell County got a big “Thank you!” by way of a very special lunch. The Marshall Health Network marked EMS Week with a free cookout for EMS workers on Friday. The event took place at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Huntington, and organizers say it was all […]
‘Wet’ or ‘Dry’ vote on the ballot for Flatwoods, Ky
FLATWOODS, KY (WOWK) — To drink or not to drink, that’s the question for Flatwoods, Kentucky residents, and the answer will come after the primary election on Tuesday. On the ballot, voters will choose whether the city should allow alcohol sales. 13 News spoke with locals who are sharing mixed feelings on the subject. For […]
Barboursville election marks major win for one BOE candidate
BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — One candidate who ran for the Cabell County Board of Education was a little on edge election night Tuesday as he held a slight lead against his opponent, but once votes in Barboursville were tallied, Reed Byers ended up gaining more votes and won the seat.
Chants Knock Off Thundering Herd 6-3 on Thursday
HUNTINGTON, W.VA. – The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers knocked off the Marshall Thundering Herd 6-3 on Thursday evening in Huntington, W.V., for the Chants’ eighth straight win over the Herd. With the win, the Chanticleers improved to 31-21 on the season and 14-14 in Sun Belt action, while Marshall dropped to 18-35 overall and 9-19 in league play with the loss.
$5.2 million grant to fund full-service marina at Lock 27 in Proctorville
PROCTORVILLE, Ohio (WSAZ) - The location of the old Lock and Dam 27 is a scenic access point to the Ohio River. Local leaders have maintained the property but have envisioned long-term plans that would need proper funding. Last week, Governor Mike DeWine announced a $5.2 million grant that will pay for a full-service marina at Lock 27.
First alert days for localized downpours
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -The next to last weekend of May is here. Among the big events on the docket, the US Nationals for cyclists in Charleston, the Armed Forces Day Parade in South Charleston and the 2nd annual Taco Festival in Huntington. . While the WV State high school track and field meet goes rain or shine starting Friday, some delays due to lightning are possible in the evening. Both Kentucky and Ohio state T and F meets are next weekend. Turns out many outdoor events will be played in the rain.
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