Reward offered as Wayne County water investigation continues

Deputies in Wayne County are asking for the public’s help in a vandalism investigation that contaminated the local water supply. The Wayne County Commission and Sheriff’s Office are offering a $2500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for damaging an Appalachian Power transformer in East Lynn. The incident, reported … Read more

Recent cases have state lawmakers reviewing the CPS system

A West Virginia senator from Taylor County is calling for sweeping reform of Child Protective Services following the death of 11-year-old Miana Moran. Senator Jay Taylor addressed the Senate floor, urging lawmakers to confront failures in the child welfare system after details emerged about CPS involvement before the girl’s death in February of last year. … Read more

The governor makes two appointments to the WV legislature

Governor Patrick Morrisey has appointed two people to fill vacancies in the West Virginia Legislature. Trenton Barnhart of Pleasants County will serve in the 3rd District of the West Virginia Senate, replacing longtime Senator Donna Boley, who retired earlier this month after 41 years of service. Barnhart has represented Pleasants County in the House of … Read more

State lawmakers consider adding Bible displays in the classroom

The West Virginia Senate is considering a bill that would require certain public school classrooms to display a historic version of the Bible. Under the proposal, public and charter schools would make the Robert Aitken Bible accessible in all fourth-grade, eighth-grade, and tenth-grade social studies classrooms. Schools could use private donations to obtain copies, with … Read more

Charleston warming center extends its hours

Severe cold temperatures pose a serious risk for people who are unhoused, and local organizations are stepping up to provide relief. A warming center at the Bream Neighborhood SHOP on Charleston’s West Side has extended its hours from overnight service to operating 24 hours a day due to the extreme cold. The center offers free … Read more

Restaurant week continues despite winter storm

One of Charleston’s most popular traditions, Restaurant Week, and twenty-one restaurants across the city are participating, Many have had to adjust hours and reservations due to the winter storm. Event organizers say this is one of the most severe weather impacts the event has faced in more than a decade, with some restaurants choosing to … Read more

Tips welcome as Charleston police invesigate credit card fraud case

Charleston police are asking for the public’s help in a credit card fraud investigation. The incident was reported January 10th at 1015 Bridge Road, where a credit card was allegedly used fraudulently. Investigators have obtained surveillance video of the suspects and a related vehicle. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Charleston Police Department.

Huntington expands warming shelter hours

The City of Huntington has released updated hours for local warming centers as extreme cold conditions continue across the region. Several shelters are open through Sunday, February 1st, including Harmony House, The Hub, City Mission, and multiple Cabell County Library branches, offering daytime and overnight warming options. City Mission’s lobby remains open 24 hours a … Read more

Tips welcome as police investigate Hurricane break-in

Detectives in Putnam County are asking for the public’s help in a theft investigation. The sheriff’s office released surveillance video from a break-in at a Marathon gas station on Hurricane Creek Road. Deputies say a suspect smashed a glass door, stole about four hundred dollars’ worth of cigarettes, and wore a cardboard box on his … Read more