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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...
Valley Gem Sternwheeler sets launch date for second vessel
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - The newest vessel next to the Valley Gem Sternwheeler will be made up of not one, but two vessels, named “Riviera” and “Major” respectively. “Riviera” is a barge, which has no propulsion of its own, and must be pushed by another vessel which is where the “Major” comes in.
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...
FestivALL set to return for 20th year in June
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — FestivALL, Charleston’s annual event celebrating the arts, is back in 2024 for a milestone year. The 10-day event will celebrate its 20th year from June 14-23, according to a news release from organizers. “FestivALL is thrilled to come together to celebrate 20 years with...
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...
USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships starts Tuesday
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The stage is set for the first days of the USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships. Tuesday through Sunday features several trials and races that will bring the nations best cyclists to the city. “Putting the finishing touches on these next couple of days, but what...
Preaching and the Secret Service: Dean Peterson's unique path to UC coaching job
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The University of Charleston won the Mountain East Conference Baseball Tournament over the weekend -- a three-peat for the Golden Eagles. The title is the first under Dean Peterson, a coach with a fascinating background. He played professional ball, worked for the Secret Service and was a preacher.
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. […]
FIRST ALERT WEATHER | When is the rain after today?
(WSAZ) - A new area of low pressure has formed over regions to the north of our viewing area (near I-70). This has developed yet another front in that general area, with a warm moist airmass setting up shop to the south of those fronts and that low pressure today. This means that, once again, the region will be under the gun for strong storms capable of gusty winds, with a localized hail and very small but present tornado threat for this afternoon as well.
Live On The Levee Lineup Announced
Charleston’s annual free concert series, Live on the Levee, will begin on May 24 and run through August 10. The City of Charleston announced this year’s lineup for the 2024 Live on the Levee. Artists range from cover bands of classic favorites like the Talking Heads and The Bee Gees, to original acts like Matt Mullins and The Bringdowns.
Interstate ramp and road closures announced for national cycling championships in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The city of Charleston is hosting the USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships – a series of bicycle races and time trials – from Tuesday, May 14, 2024, through Sunday, May 19, 2024, within city limits. The championships will require several closures on interstate ramps, city streets, and roads maintained by […]
Where to go to watch Pro Road National Championships in Charleston next week
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The capital city is gearing up for the Pro Road National Championships. With hundreds of cyclists expected to take over the roadways and thousands of spectators expected to come out and watch, Tim Brady, the President and CEO of the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau, said there will be multiple areas […]
Car rolls over on Corridor G, 1 taken to hospital
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — One person was taken to the hospital after a crash in the southbound lanes of Corridor G, dispatchers say. Photos sent to 13 News show a car flipped over on Corridor G just before Trace Fork Boulevard. The extent of the person’s injuries is unknown at this time. The road […]
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