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There are more than twenty new cases of COVID-19 in West Virginia, bringing the total to over 15-hundred. The death toll remains at 69, and the positive test rate is still below two-percent.

The governor’s office is trying to clarify social gathering restrictions. Public gatherings are limited to 25-people, but that doesn’t apply to essential businesses and restaurants. Most restaurants are limited to 50-percent of capacity.

Governor Justice is encouraging West Virginians to take precautions as the state continues to reopen. Indoor dining, and large retail stores and shopping malls can reopen today. Outdoor activities can resume, as well, including whitewater rafting, zip lining, and Kayak, bike and boat rentals.

Houses of worship are preparing to reopen this weekend. Capacity will be limited, and parishioners are encouraged to wear masks. Several churches are asking people 65 and older to stay home and watch online.

Free COVID-19 testing is available this weekend in Kanawha and Cabell counties. Testing will be available tomorrow and Saturday at the Shoenbaum Family Enrichment Center in Charleston, and at the 16th Street Baptist Church in Huntington.

Election officials are preparing for the June 9th primary election, and early voting begins next Wednesday. Polling places will have masks and glove available, and capacity will be limited to four people to adhere to social distancing rules.

Huntington police are investigating a shooting on 22nd Street. One person was injured, so far no arrests have been made.

Rescue crews are preparing for flooding as the rain continues to fall. Flood warnings are in effect for parts of Kanawha County and surrounding areas. Clendenin Fire Department officials go into their “action phase” when the Elk river reaches 15 feet.

Logan city police said a young man has died from injuries after an ATV crash. 20-year old Alec Griffin died at the hospital Monday after being injured in a crash Friday. Police said Griffin was not wearing a helmet when the accident happened on Route 10 outside Logan city limits. He lost control, hit the … Read more

City and county leaders celebrated the class of 2020 Wednesday at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center and announced a special dedication. Individual seniors from Capitol, Charleston Catholic, George Washington, Herbert Hoover, Riverside, Sissonville, South Charleston, Nitro and St. Albans high schools were present, dressed in their cap and gowns and represented their schools. County … Read more