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Madison Elementary hosts 2nd annual mental health awareness vigil
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and to honor the occasion Madison Elementary School hosted their second annual mental health awareness vigil. It’s called “Remember, Reflect, Release,” and was done in partnership with Altmeyer Funeral Home and NAMI. The goal is to recognize the stressors, pain, loss, strength and success […]
Pro Road Nationals: Criterium Race road closures
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The Criterium race for the Pro Road National Championships starts Thursday night, and some streets are already blocked throughout Charleston. Those parked in some areas of downtown will also need to move their vehicles before all of the road closures begin. According to City of Charleston Officials, anyone parked in the […]
Legal Aid of West Virginia to conduct meeting
CHARLESTON — Legal Aid of West Virginia will hold its quarterly board of directors meeting at 9:30 a.m. Friday virtually and in person at Bream Memorial Presbyterian Church in Charleston. Those who wish to attend may join virtually by request by calling 304 343-3013, ext. 2116 and leave a...
Vehicle hits power pole in Cross Lanes, road closed
CROSS LANES, WV (WOWK) – A vehicle crash in Cross Lanes has closed a portion of Washington Street West. According to Kanawha County 911 dispatchers, the single-vehicle crash happened around 5:10 p.m. Monday when the vehicle hit a power pole in the 4600 block of Washington Street West. Dispatchers say no one was injured in […]
Salary set at $230,000 for West Virginia First Foundation executive director
With a $230,000 annual salary secured, Jonathan Board on Thursday attended the West Virginia First Foundation’s monthly meeting for the first time as the organization’s executive director. Board previously held a seat on the organization’s board but in March suspended a run for state Senate to accept the position as the foundation’s executive director. Matt […] The post Salary set at $230,000 for West Virginia First Foundation executive director appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Mason County Schools to join Toyota West Virginia’s 4T Academy in upcoming school year
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Mason County Schools now makes the newest addition to Toyota’s work-based learning program for upper-class high school students. Toyota West Virginia welcomed Mason County to its 4T Academy during a ceremony at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Wednesday. It makes the third school system to join the academy behind Kanawha and Putnam county schools after Toyota established the program in the state in 2022.
Unique gift ideas for Father’s Day
CHARLESTON , WV (WOWK) – With Mother’s Day behind us and Father’s Day fast approaching, why not take a look at some great gift ideas for dear old Dad! Gadget expert, Steve Greenberg, shares some gifts for both Dads and grads, considering the graduation season is in full swing!
WVSSAC girls softball: Field starting to take shape for State Tournament
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Several girls high school softball teams earned their way into next week's West Virginia State Tournament in South Charleston. In Class AAA, University, Greenbrier East and Cabell Midland captured their respective regionals. University topped Morgantown, 5-1, to sweep the best-of-three series. East won for a...
Man charged with stabbing spouse
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A South Charleston man is in jail after police say he stabbed his spouse in the shoulder. South Charleston Police were called to a home on Wynterhall Lane on Sunday afternoon. According to a criminal complaint filed in Kanawha County Magistrate Court, officers say Daniel...
Voter turnout for West Virginia primary drops compared to 2020 cycle
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — They’re votes that decide candidates, set up the races and change the face of our political system…and they don’t take place in November. If you voted in West Virginia’s primary, you helped set the foundation for a major election later this year. But your ballot was one of only about […]
2024-25 'Broadway in Charleston' lineup released
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The magic of Broadway is returning to the capital city with five performances. Charleston's Clay Center will host the 2024-25 lineup:. Event organizers said five-show season packages are now on sale. On sale dates for single shows will be announced ahead of each performance. More...
Temporary replacement for Kent Carper to be discussed during special commission meeting
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A special meeting has been scheduled to discuss, among other things, a temporary replacement for Kanawha County Commissioner Kent Carper. The move comes after Carper, who had served on the commission for decades, abruptly stepped down from the position last week. The meeting is...
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