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Midterm 2026

New polling shows Morrisey at 31-45% approval; it could affect Republican candidates this fall

State Navigate polled two key statehouse districts, where Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s endorsements could push voters away from Republican candidates.

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Education

WVSU inducts 3 into ROTC Hall of Fame

Retired Maj. William F. Laney Jr., Lt. Col. Jason R. Lathey and former WVSU President Anthony L. Jenkins were honored during the university’s homecoming week.

2 days ago

Midterm 2026

Kanawha County midterm ballot now available for preview

Online tool lets voters review and print their sample ballot ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election.

September 30, 2026

Event Guide

Spooky season is here. Here's your guide to Halloween events around the Kanawha Valley

Discover 100+ fall festivals, trunk-or-treats, haunted houses and other local autumn-themed events with this interactive planner.

September 29, 2026

obituaries

Photo of Mary “Rosie” Dawson

Mary “Rosie” Dawson

1948-2026

Photo of Shelby G. Foster

Shelby G. Foster

1947-2026

Photo of Jerry Owens Jeffries

Jerry Owens Jeffries

1946-2026

Photo of Mafalda Lorea

Mafalda Lorea

1937-2026

Photo of Isaac Burrow

Isaac Burrow

1947-2026

Photo of Serena Guiliano

Serena Guiliano

1978-2026

Photo of Wanda F. Lane

Wanda F. Lane

1943-2026

Photo of Col. David Lee Lemmon, Sr.

Col. David Lee Lemmon, Sr.

1932-2026

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local news

Health

Annual free health care day returns to Charleston clinic

Increased demand is expected at this year's event, which will take place on Saturday, Oct. 17 at West Virginia Health Right's East End location.

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communities

St. Albans

City to use nearly $5K in recovered funds to pay down public works equipment loan

State Treasurer Larry Pack presented the city with an unclaimed property check during a presentation on Monday.

Nitro

Coffee With a Twist to close this week; manager cites 'financial obligations' for decision

Charleston

New council member appointed to Charleston’s Ward 18

Belle

Controversial 'advanced recycling' plant the topic of upcoming community meeting

Malden

2 historic UKV homes to get $398K in preservation repairs

local living

Events

Jurassic Quest roars into Charleston, bringing life-size dinosaurs, hands-on activities

Three-day event at the Charleston Coliseum will feature massive dinosaurs, rides, fossil digs and a sensory- and mobility-friendly experience.

Events

Free pumpkin activities, fall workshops coming to the Kanawha Valley in October

Workshop

Local workshop to help small business owners, others improve web accessibility

Music

Old Crow Medicine Show set to take Charleston stage in October

Art

Clay Center brings West Virginia native Charley Harper’s wildlife-inspired art home

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opinion

Amy Shuler Goodwin, Mayor of Charleston

Opinion: When West Virginia’s cities and towns work together, we all benefit

Mayors and municipal leaders are often among the first people called when something bad happens. And in local government, those moments are deeply personal.

Kris Warner, West Virginia Secretary of State

Opinion: September is National Voter Registration Month. Are you ready to vote?

Every eligible West Virginian should take a few minutes this month to verify their voter registration status and update their information or register to vote.

Leann Ray, West Virginia Watch

Opinion: West Virginians don’t want Big Brother Flock watching 24/7

Between privacy worries and the possibility of police misusing the cameras, the positives aren’t outweighing the negatives.

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Health

Annual free health care day returns to Charleston clinic

Increased demand is expected at this year's event, which will take place on Saturday, Oct. 17 at West Virginia Health Right's East End location.

6 hours ago

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026

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

12 hours ago

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

12 hours ago

Midterm 2026

New polling shows Morrisey at 31-45% approval; it could affect Republican candidates this fall

State Navigate polled two key statehouse districts, where Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s endorsements could push voters away from Republican candidates.

1 day ago

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, Oct. 5, 2026

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

1 day ago

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, Oct. 5, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

1 day ago

Education

WVSU inducts 3 into ROTC Hall of Fame

Retired Maj. William F. Laney Jr., Lt. Col. Jason R. Lathey and former WVSU President Anthony L. Jenkins were honored during the university’s homecoming week.

2 days ago

Obituaries

Death Notices: Friday, Oct. 2, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

October 2, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 2-4, 2026

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

October 1, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

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

October 1, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

October 1, 2026

Midterm 2026

Kanawha County midterm ballot now available for preview

Online tool lets voters review and print their sample ballot ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election.

September 30, 2026

Events

Jurassic Quest roars into Charleston, bringing life-size dinosaurs, hands-on activities

Three-day event at the Charleston Coliseum will feature massive dinosaurs, rides, fossil digs and a sensory- and mobility-friendly experience.

September 30, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026

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

September 30, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 30, 2026

Events

Free pumpkin activities, fall workshops coming to the Kanawha Valley in October

WVSU Extension will offer five fall-themed activities and workshops during the month.

September 30, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

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

September 29, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 29, 2026

Event Guide

Spooky season is here. Here's your guide to Halloween events around the Kanawha Valley

Discover 100+ fall festivals, trunk-or-treats, haunted houses and other local autumn-themed events with this interactive planner.

September 29, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, Sept. 28, 2026

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

September 28, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, Sept. 28, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 28, 2026

Crime & Courts

Applications open for Kanawha County family court judge vacancy

Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission accepting applications following Judge Jim Douglas’ resignation.

September 27, 2026

Education

BridgeValley opens new Radiologic Technology lab

New "energized" laboratory gives students hands-on experience with equipment and techniques used in clinical settings.

September 27, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Friday, Sept. 25, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 25, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, Sept. 25-27, 2026

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

September 24, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026

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

September 24, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 24, 2026

Policy & Society

Save a Life Day organizers continue focus on harm reduction despite federal funding changes

Annual naloxone distribution event planned for Thursday, Sept. 24.

September 23, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026

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

September 23, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 23, 2026

St. Albans

City to use nearly $5K in recovered funds to pay down public works equipment loan

State Treasurer Larry Pack presented the city with an unclaimed property check during a presentation on Monday.

September 22, 2026

Nitro

Coffee With a Twist to close this week; manager cites 'financial obligations' for decision

Brandon Brown, who has co-managed the cafe for the past 15 months, announced the closure in a social media post on Monday.

September 22, 2026

Education

University of Charleston to dedicate Welch Hall Thursday

Former School of Pharmacy building honors longtime UC president Edwin H. Welch.

September 22, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026

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

September 22, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 22, 2026

News

New Clay Center interim president, CEO announced

Longtime leader Rebecca Gillispie will oversee the organization as its board conducts a national search for a permanent successor to the late Al Najjar.

September 22, 2026

Charleston

New council member appointed to Charleston’s Ward 18

Kanawha City resident Jessica Hudson chosen to fill Ward 18 seat previously held by Pam Burka.

September 21, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, Sept. 21, 2026

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

September 21, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, Sept. 21, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 21, 2026

Belle

Controversial 'advanced recycling' plant the topic of upcoming community meeting

A forum about the proposed Clean Seas-West Virginia plant is scheduled for Tuesday evening in Belle.

September 20, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Friday, Sept. 18, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 18, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, Sept. 18-20, 2026

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

September 17, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026

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

September 17, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 17, 2026

Midterm 2026

Voters asked to decide if citizen-only voting should be added to state constitution

West Virginia state code currently prohibits non-citizens from voting, but some state lawmakers want it added to the constitution.

September 17, 2026

Workshop

Local workshop to help small business owners, others improve web accessibility

The seminar, hosted by WVSU Extension Service, is designed to help participants learn practical strategies related to web accessibility and Americans with Disabilities Act considerations.

September 16, 2026

Education

Former hospital CEO elected chair of UC Board of Trustees

Dave Ramsey succeeds Greg Burton as the board's chief officer, and five new members are added as trustees.

September 16, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026

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

September 16, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Wednesday, Sept 16, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 16, 2026

Policy & Society

Analysis: Local governments spent most opioid settlement funds on police, jail bills, EMS last fiscal year

West Virginia Watch breaks down how local governments spent their second share of opioid settlement funds.

September 16, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026

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

September 15, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 15, 2026

News

Governor seeks federal disaster declaration for Kanawha, two other counties

Morrisey asks for federal assistance following August storms and flooding that impacted 375 Kanawha County homes.

September 14, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Monday, Sept. 14, 2026

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

September 14, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Monday, Sept. 14, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 14, 2026

Malden

2 historic UKV homes to get $398K in preservation repairs

The Malden Village Historic District properties will receive roof repairs, electrical and plumbing work thanks to federal funds.

September 14, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Friday, Sept. 11, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 11, 2026

Weekend Calendar

Weekend Events: Friday-Sunday, Sept. 11-13, 2026

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

September 10, 2026

Community Calendar

Community Calendar: Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026

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

September 10, 2026

Obituaries

Death Notices: Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026

Remembering Kanawha Valley neighbors we've recently lost.

September 10, 2026