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Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation awards $445 K in first quarter grants
16+ hour, 50+ min ago (76+ words) WCHS Network Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation awards $445 K in first quarter grants CHARLESTON, W. Va. "The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation announced Wednesday the 2026 First Quarter Discretionary Grants. According to a release, TGKVF Board of Trustees approved the distribution of 16 grants totaling…...
Kroger and Charleston YWCA host hiring event for new Kroger Marketplace opening in June
18+ hour, 35+ min ago (418+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va." Applicants had an opportunity to visit with employers from the new Kroger Marketplace Wednesday afternoon on the Capital City's East End. Kroger and the Charleston YWCA hosted a three-hour event at the Kitty Dooley Center for Enrichment on…...
George Washington Middle School recognized by state BOE for academic improvement
21+ hour, 42+ min ago (550+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va. " The state Board of Education recognized a half dozen schools at its meeting Wednesday that have shown significant improvement in academics and student attendance. State School Board President Paul Hardesty said after a tough legislative session the stories…...
Annual West Virginia Home Show coming to Charleston this weekend
22+ hour, 43+ min ago (235+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va. " Home improvement help will be front and center this weekend at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The 56th annual West Virginia Home Show runs from Friday through Sunday. The show is open from noon until 8 p. m. on Friday, 10 a. m. through…...
Putnam County man pleads guilty to, illegal firearms sales, faces prison time
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (138+ words) PUTNAM COUNTY, W. Va. A Putnam County man will be going to prison following a guilty plea Monday to selling firearms without a proper permit. Steven Mark Hosey, 59, of Poca pleaded guilty to unlawfully engaging in the business of dealing in…...
Dunbar Mayor says he is excited for Toll Bridge replacement, concerned about seniors during construction
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (512+ words) DUNBAR, W. Va. " Mayor Scott Elliott said he is grateful that the Dunbar Toll Bridge will be replaced but voiced some concerns about the well-being of elderly residents without the bridge. U. S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito announced Friday that $65 million in federal…...
Charleston Mayor's Summer Youth Jobs Program closing in on 2026 launch
3+ day, 23+ min ago (364+ words) CHARLESTON, W. Va " The door is open for Charleston's youth to find work this summer with applications available for the 2026 Mayor's Summer Youth Jobs Program. The program, spearheaded by Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin, places youth ages 16-20 in paid positions in city…...
West Virginia State University to recognize two community leaders at annual gala
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (226+ words) INSTITUTE, W. Va. " West Virginia State University will honor two civic leaders with its Presidential Award during its 12th annual Black and Gold Gala this upcoming Friday. The event begins at 6 p. m. inside the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The school will honor…...
Person injured in stabbing Friday in Charleston " WCHS Network | News " Sports " Business | Charleston, WV
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (68+ words) Person injured in stabbing Friday in Charleston'WCHS Network Person injured in stabbing Friday in Charleston CHARLESTON, W. Va. "A person was injured Friday afternoon following a stabbing in Charleston. The stabbing occurred on Frame Street. According to Charleston Police Department Deputy…...
Capito announces federal money will help fund replacement of Dunbar Toll Bridge, Kanawha Turnpike Bridge rehab
5+ day, 20+ hour ago (171+ words) WASHINGTON, D. C." U. S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced the U. S. Department of Transportation has chosen two Kanawha County bridge projects for funding. The DOT will give the grant to help fund the full replacement of the Dunbar Toll Bridge that connects Dunbar…...