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Charleston

Capitol grounds transform for America250 celebration

Morrisey says the Capital City Celebration is within the $2 million budget.

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Community Calendar: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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County

New ambulance authority leadership team takes over July 1

Lance Wheeler will begin new role as executive director, while longtime employee Jason Sergent will serve as deputy director.

1 day ago

Health

Vandalia Health expands pharmacy services with new technology, clinic support

Upgrades include faster medication systems, robotic prescription dispensing and more pharmacists in outpatient clinics.

2 days ago

Transportation

KRT to replace 4 low-ridership routes with on-demand service

Changes begin July 20 as the transit agency looks to improve efficiency while maintaining transportation access.

June 25, 2026

obituaries

Photo of Robert “Wayne” Asbury

Robert “Wayne” Asbury

1961-2026

Photo of Joe “JusJoe” Evans Carter

Joe “JusJoe” Evans Carter

1944-2026

Photo of Pamela Rose Gibeaut

Pamela Rose Gibeaut

1950-2026

Photo of Joann Bostic Holstein

Joann Bostic Holstein

1929-2026

Photo of Michael G. Holt

Michael G. Holt

1949-2026

Photo of Shirley Ann Oxyer

Shirley Ann Oxyer

1952-2026

Photo of Mary Pauline Penn

Mary Pauline Penn

1939-2026

Photo of Ruth Irene Powers (née Schisler)

Ruth Irene Powers (née Schisler)

1934-2026

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County

New ambulance authority leadership team takes over July 1

Lance Wheeler will begin new role as executive director, while longtime employee Jason Sergent will serve as deputy director.

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Charleston

Capitol grounds transform for America250 celebration

Morrisey says the Capital City Celebration is within the $2 million budget.

Clendenin

10 years after Elk River flood, Clendenin marks recovery with 'much to celebrate'

St. Albans

Replica of Vietnam Veterans Memorial coming to St. Albans

Charleston

Swim lessons for adults, children offered at Charleston community center

Dunbar

Produce market to open June 10 in Institute

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local living

Events

Here's 3 things to know about this week's cycling events in Charleston

The USA Cycling Pro Road National Championship returns June 16-21 with races, community events and major traffic impacts.

Outdoors

Kanawha County anglers, families can fish for free during Free Fishing Days

Outdoors

Charleston’s free Magic Island Morning Yoga returns for the summer

America 250

4-day event to mark America 250 in Kanawha Valley

Camps

WVSU 4-H offering free summer camps for students

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opinion

Opinion

Opinion: Be careful who you get your news from; not everyone reports responsibly

Sharing news is great. But people who have large social media audiences should do so responsibly.

Opinion

Opinion: PSC at forefront of promoting broadband expansion

Commission supports efforts to connect West Virginians.

Valley View

Contemplating a kitten? You should read this first

I adopted the kitten because I thought she was cute. Little did I know that adorable face was just a mask.

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Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

9 hours ago

Charleston

Capitol grounds transform for America250 celebration

Morrisey says the Capital City Celebration is within the $2 million budget.

9 hours ago

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

9 hours ago

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

1 day ago

County

New ambulance authority leadership team takes over July 1

Lance Wheeler will begin new role as executive director, while longtime employee Jason Sergent will serve as deputy director.

1 day ago

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

1 day ago

Health

Vandalia Health expands pharmacy services with new technology, clinic support

Upgrades include faster medication systems, robotic prescription dispensing and more pharmacists in outpatient clinics.

2 days ago

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, June 29, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

2 days ago

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, June 29, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

2 days ago

Obituaries

Death Notices: Friday, June 26, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 26, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, June 26-28, 2026

Here's what's happening this weekend around the Kanawha Valley.

June 25, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, June 25, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 25, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, June 25, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 25, 2026

Transportation

KRT to replace 4 low-ridership routes with on-demand service

Changes begin July 20 as the transit agency looks to improve efficiency while maintaining transportation access.

June 25, 2026

Clendenin

10 years after Elk River flood, Clendenin marks recovery with 'much to celebrate'

School construction, business openings and more progress bring hope after June 2016 flash floods brought ruin to the Kanawha County community.

June 24, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 24, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 24, 2026

St. Albans

Replica of Vietnam Veterans Memorial coming to St. Albans

The traveling tribute will honor more than 58,000 service members during the five-day event, which begins June 25.

June 23, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 23, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, June 23, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 23, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, June 22, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 22, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, June 22, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 22, 2026

Charleston

Swim lessons for adults, children offered at Charleston community center

The program, hosted at the Kanawha City Community Center's public pool, provides affordable swim instruction for children and adults through August.

June 22, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, June 19-21, 2026

Here's what's happening this weekend around the Kanawha Valley.

June 18, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, June 18, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 18, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, June 18, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 18, 2026

Education

UC president earns global award for social media research

University of Charleston leader Marty Roth's study on consumer-brand relationships was selected for its lasting impact on marketing research.

June 17, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 17, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 17, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, June 16, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 16, 2026

Social Issues

Schools, nonprofits aim to alleviate childhood hunger during the summer months

Amid grocery price hikes and welfare changes, free summer feeding sites across West Virginia are often ‘the only times these kids will eat.’

June 16, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 16, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, June 15, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 15, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, June 15, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 15, 2026

Events

Here's 3 things to know about this week's cycling events in Charleston

The USA Cycling Pro Road National Championship returns June 16-21 with races, community events and major traffic impacts.

June 14, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Friday, June 12, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 12, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, June 12-14, 2026

Here's what's happening this weekend around the Kanawha Valley.

June 11, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, June 11, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 11, 2026

Education

13 Kanawha County students named Golden Horseshoe winners for 2026

The pupils were among 225 West Virginia eighth graders ennobled Knights of the Golden Horseshoe during a June 9 ceremony.

June 11, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, June 11, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 11, 2026

Health

Kanawha Valley neurologist helps launch statewide stroke awareness initiative

CAMC physician’s effort leads to Stroke Smart West Virginia campaign focused on recognizing symptoms and quickly calling 911.

June 10, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 10, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 10, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 9, 2026

Education

New scholarship funded by WVSU alumni offered to STEM majors

The new scholarship will prioritize female students from Charleston pursuing STEM degrees and chemistry majors.

June 9, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 9, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, June 8, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 8, 2026

Outdoors

Kanawha County anglers, families can fish for free during Free Fishing Days

The statewide event returns June 13-14, allowing residents and visitors to fish public waters without purchasing a fishing license.

June 8, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, June 8, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 8, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Friday, June 5, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 5, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, June 5-7, 2026

Here's what's happening this weekend around the Kanawha Valley.

June 4, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, June 4, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 4, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, June 4, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 4, 2026

Business

Charleston-area Beverage Market workers remain on strike as tensions rise

Union officials say contract negotiations have reached a standstill while employees continue picketing and raising concerns about proposed benefit and compensation changes.

June 3, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 3, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 3, 2026

Education

Free summer podcast program aims to give Kanawha Valley youth a voice

Middle and high school students can learn storytelling, audio production and podcasting skills during a six-week program.

June 2, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

June 2, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, June 2, 2026

A look at the public meetings and events happening around the Kanawha Valley today.

June 2, 2026

Outdoors

Charleston’s free Magic Island Morning Yoga returns for the summer

The City of Charleston Parks and Recreation Department will host weekly sunrise yoga sessions every Tuesday in June and July along the Kanawha River.

June 1, 2026