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City of Logan receives $1.2 million from Congress for Marshall surgical residencies
City of Logan received $1.2 million in Congressional District Spending with support from U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito to support the White Coat Rural Surgery Residency Program in partnership with Marshall Health. Robert Fields | WVOW News CITY OF LOGAN The City of Logan announced that it has received over a million dollars to support a first-in-the-nation medical education program. City officials on Thursday revealed that Logan was approved for a $1.2 million congressi
Feb 20


Memorial association raising funds to honor late coach William "Tootie" Carter
The William "Tootie" Carter Memorial Association is looking to raise $200,000 to construct a permanent memorial in honor of the late Coach Carter and the impact he had on the Man community. TOWN OF MAN A memorial association named for a longtime Man High School football coach and the first black head football coach in West Virginia is raising funds to honor the local legend. Former players and community members launched the William “Tootie” Carter Memorial Association in Ja
Feb 19


Layoffs announced at seven mines in southern West Virginia
Greenbrier Minerals has announced the layoffs of 530 employees at operations in Lorado, Cyclone and Davin will start on April 14th, Robert Fields | WVOW News LORADO Greenbrier Minerals, LLC, issued a 60-day notice on Friday that it will idle seven mining operations in the coalfields. Greenbrier Minerals, a subsidiary of Coronado Global Resources, says the move will result in the layoffs of 530 employees starting on April 14 th . The terminations are expected to be permanent
Feb 13


Deputies warn of scam caller claiming to be from Logan County Sheriff's Office
If an "officer" calls you demanding money for legal matters, the Logan County Sheriff's Office says to hang up the phone and report the call to them. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN Residents are being warned of scam callers posing as a Logan County Deputy. The Logan County Sheriff’s Office says it’s received multiple reports of a caller identifying themselves as “Deputy Howard” and calling from the number 304-994-8681. Deputies say this caller will demand money for somethi
Feb 4


Facing Hunger Foodbank getting back to distributions after winter weather hindrances
Food distributions by the Facing Hunger Foodbank can continue after winter storms slowed operations due to hazardous road conditions. Robert Fields | WVOW News RANGER Facing Hunger Foodbank CEO Cynthia Kirkhart says the organization is ready to get back to food distributions this week after operations were slowed down by recent winter weather. Facing Hunger says it is rolling out three mobile units this week. While drivers and staff have continued to show up to work, distri
Feb 3


Appalachian Power making progress on sweeping outages following winter storm
American Electric Power subsidiary Appalachian Power Company has been working around the clock with the help of mutual assistance crews to restore power to customers across its three-state jurisdiction following the devastating effects of Winter Storm Fern. Robert Fields | WVOW News WEST VIRGINIA Crews with Appalachian Power have been working around the clock to restore power to thousands following the effects of Winter Storm Fern. As of Tuesday morning, less than 10,000 Ap
Jan 27


Governor Morrisey declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storm
Counties currently included in the Winter Storm Warning from the National Weather Service. As a winter storm approaches West Virginia, emergency officials urge residents to prepare for heavy snow, power outages, and dangerously cold temperatures. Safety reminders include proper use of heating sources, checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and stocking up on food, water, medications, and emergency supplies before conditions worsen. LOGAN West Virginia Governor Patric
Jan 24


Man pleads guilty to First Degree Murder from 2024 Ethel shooting
A Logan County murder case came to a close this week after 24-year-old Daris Stanton pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the 2024 shooting death of 42-year-old Walter Elmore during a drug-related dispute at a residence on Enchanted Circle in the Ethel area. As part of the plea agreement, the state will recommend mercy, though the judge is not required to accept it at sentencing. A.M. Stone | WVOW News LOGAN The case of a man accused of murder and kidnapping came to an
Jan 23


Governor Morrisey declares "State of Preparedness" ahead of Winter Storm Fern
Winter Storm Fern originated in Texas and is expected to stretch its way nearly 2,000 miles up through West Virginia and the rest of the northeastern United States. Robert Fields | WVOW News CHARLESTON Ahead of the arrival of Winter Storm Fern, Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared a State of Preparedness for all of West Virginia’s 55 counties. Under a State of Preparedness, personnel and resources in affected areas are prepared to respond at a moment’s notice to any emerg
Jan 22


Two charged in connection with theft near Blair last week
James Robinson and Jason Akers are accused in connection with an alleged multi-thousand-dollar theft that took place around Kelley Hollow Road. BLAIR Two Logan County men face charges following a reported theft last week. West Virginia State Police say 48-year-old James Russell Robinson is behind bars on multiple charges, including breaking and entering, after troopers responded to a call in the Kelley Hollow Road area of Blair. James R. Robinson - WV Division of Correction
Jan 19


Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College awarded $1.8 million grant to launch AI initiative
Southern’s Grant Coordinator, Judith Runyon, outlines the grant and its potential to members of Southern’s President’s Cabinet. WVOW News LOGAN Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College is launching a four-year, institution-wide Artificial Intelligence Readiness and Capacity Initiative aimed at integrating AI into academic programs and student services. The effort is supported by $1.8 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Education’s Fund for the Impro
Jan 14


Logan passes first reading of ordinances on renter licenses and municipal fees
The Logan City Council on Tuesday passed the first reading of ordinances that would require landowners to get a license to rent out properties and would facilitate the city's efforts to collect on delinquent municipal fees. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN Discussions continued this week in the City of Logan as officials debate how to secure delinquent fire protection and garbage collection fees. The Logan City Council had its first reading of two ordinances Tuesday afternoo
Jan 14


Logan County candidates file on day one of filing period for 2026 Primary Election
Incumbent Diana Barnette (left) and challenger Deborah Mendez (right) both filed Monday morning at the Logan County Courthouse to run for Barnette's seat on the Logan County Commission. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN Political candidate filing for West Virginia opened on Monday. One local race for political office that will see some competition is that for the Logan County Commission. Incumbent Commissioner Diana Barnette previously confirmed her intention to file for reel
Jan 12


Tigers pull away from Trailblazers, 66-47, advance to finals of Daytona Beach Sunshine Classic
Bill Lusk | WVOW Sports PORT ORANGE, FLA. Jay Brock scored 10 of his game-high 18 points in the second half, leading Chapmanville to a 66-47 win over Daniel Boone, Tennessee Monday afternoon in the semifinals of the 35th annual Daytona Beach Sunshine Classic at Atlantic High School. Eli Smith added 13 points and Benji Adkins and Dakota Dalton each had 10 points as Chapmanville (5-1) won its fifth straight game and will face Erie, Pennsylvania in Tuesday’s championship game
Dec 31, 2025


Hillbillies dominant in wire-to-wire victory over Raiders
Bill Lusk | WVOW Sports MAN The Man Hillbillies won their fourth straight game to begin the season, leading from start to finish in a dominating performance Monday evening defeating the River View Raiders, 87-36, at the Man Memorial Fieldhouse. Eleven of 14 Hillbillies that saw action registered a point, as Man (4-0) placed three players in double figures, starting the season with four straight wins for the first time since 2021, handing River View (1-3) a third straight l
Dec 31, 2025


Where Memories Keep Rolling: Island Creek Model Railroad Club Opens in Downtown Logan
Shana Nelson | WVOW News LOGAN The Island Creek Model Railroad Club added extra holiday magic during its grand opening Friday evening. Families stopped in before, during, and after the City of Logan’s Christmas Parade to enjoy the club’s model train displays and share in the spirit of the season. The club, which began nearly 38 years ago, has been affiliated with groups in Huntington, Charleston, and Bluefield in the past. According to Club President Virgil Vernatter, it h
Dec 10, 2025


Logan WECAN event raises $30,000 to bring Christmas magic to local kids
Community members excitedly participated in the WECAN event's auction to raise money for local kids. Shana Nelson | WVOW News LOGAN The Children’s Home Society of West Virginia’s Logan WECAN Program raised more than $30,000 at its 30th Annual Celebrity Dinner and Auction at the Logan Country Club on Thursday. The volunteer wait staff of Mingo Logan Kids New View brought in $20,196 in tips, with the auction adding another $10,000 or more. The volunteer wait staff of Mingo Lo
Nov 24, 2025


Logan places third in Class AA state cheer competition
Logan High School competed in 2025 WVSSAC Cheer State Championships Wednesday morning at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The Wildcats placed third in Class AA. Bill Lusk | WVOW Sports CHARLESTON In cheerleading, one wrong slip or tumble can end hopes of a state championship. Logan High School found that out Wednesday morning as the Wildcats cheer squad dropped a stunt and failed to get stunt up, but despite the two mishaps, the blue and gold brought home a
Nov 24, 2025


Region 4 Remains Dominant, Tug Valley and Man place first, second in Class A State Cheer Competition
Tug Valley, the Class A Region 4 champion, rebounded from missing last year’s state tournament to capture the 2025 Class A state championship. Bill Lusk | WVOW Sports CHARLESTON Region 4 has been the dominant cheer programs and its continued dominance over the small school division continued Wednesday afternoon. Both, Tug Valley and Man High School continued to reinforce their standing as two of the best cheer programs in the state Wednesday in the West Virginia Secondar
Nov 23, 2025


Two in critical condition after stabbing in Logan County
WVOW News LOGAN COUNTY Deputies in Logan County are investigating a stabbing that left two men critically injured Friday morning. According to the Logan County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to Crooked Creek Road near Logan just after 8:15 a.m. for a reported stabbing. When they arrived, they found three people with laceration injuries: two males and one female. Investigators say an altercation occurred prior to the stabbing, though the motive remains under inve
Nov 21, 2025
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