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New Superintendent appointed to Logan County Schools, board members say they were left in the dark.
Logan County will see new leadership at the Board of Education beginning November 1st. State Superintendent Michele Blatt has appointed Dr. Sonya White as the new permanent superintendent, replacing George Aulenbacher. The change marks the county’s third superintendent in as many years since the state took control of the school system in 2022. LOGAN Logan County Superintedent George Aullenbacher is out and a new superintendent will be taking the helm effective November firs
Oct 31, 2025


City of Logan projects delayed by government shutdown, planning continues regardless
The federal government shutdown has put a stop to the flow of federal funding for the City of Logan's ongoing economic development projects, but it hasn't slowed its planning processes. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN, WV As the federal government shutdown continues, it has brought an effective halt to many of the major projects going on in the City of Logan. However, the lines of communication have stayed open as city officials work with partner groups to get those project
Oct 22, 2025


Couple face charges after child discovered wandering street naked
A Mingo County couple faces child neglect and animal abuse charges after a 4-year-old girl was found walking naked in the street around 1 a.m. Friday. Deputies say the child showed signs of neglect, and the home where five kids lived was in filthy condition. The parents, Kailee Gerardi and Zachary Johnson, have been arrested. All children are now in CPS care. WILLIAMSON A Mingo County couple is facing serious charges after a four-year-old girl was found walking naked in the
Oct 22, 2025


City of Logan credits Home Rule tax for consistent funding to police and fire pensions
City of Logan Mayor Serafino Nolletti (left) said employee pension funds were something many smaller municipalities struggled to keep up with before they were granted the authority to enact Home Rule statutes. Robert Fields | WVOW News LOGAN, WV Over the past seven years, the City of Logan has been playing a massive game of “catch up” when it comes to pensions for its first responders. This week, city officials are recognizing just how much those efforts have paid off so fa
Oct 20, 2025


Town of Man secures $200k federal grant for Riverfront Park splashpad project
Installation is already underway for some of the simpler parts of the project, including the recently installed playground equipment pictured above. Robert Fields | WVOW News MAN, WV Town of Man Mayor John Fekete announced Monday that the town has received a $200,000 grant through the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund for development of a recreational park on the river’s edge. The three-acre stretch of property might not be much to look at at this stage in the project
Oct 14, 2025


From Logan County to Morgantown: WVU President Highlights Statewide Reach
West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson gave his first State of the University Address in Morgantown on October 13. Shana Nelson | WVOW News LOGAN Just hours before delivering his State of the University address on Monday, West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson joined WVOW for an exclusive interview to discuss what WVU’s future means for Southern West Virginia. The conversation centered on community, connection, and the university’s reach across e
Oct 14, 2025


Tigers qualify for second consecutive state tournament, wins Region IV golf championship
For the second consecutive season, the Chapmanville Tigers will play in the state golf tournament after capturing the Class AAA Region IV...
Oct 10, 2025


Logan golf qualifies for first state tournament in 14 years
The Logan Wildcats captured the Class AA Region IV golf championship and the schools first berth in the state tournament since 2011...
Oct 10, 2025


Trooper's body cam footage admissible in murder trial
Jurors will see bodycam footage in the trial of Timothy Kennedy, accused of ambushing and fatally shooting WV State Trooper Sgt. Cory...
Oct 6, 2025


Boone County woman fatally struck by vehicle
Troopers say 28-year-old woman was struck and killed in Boone County after she ran into the roadway. The driver remained at the scene....
Oct 6, 2025


Wildcats five shots better than Panthers in Monday tri-match
Bill Lusk | WVOW Sports CHAPMANVILLE Alton Ellis shot a 38 Monday afternoon at the Logan Country Club, to help guide the Logan golf...
Oct 3, 2025


Tigers fall in golf tri-match at Sleepy Hollow
Bill Lusk | WVOW Sports HURRICANE Isaac Hayes was one of three Hurricane golfers to shot even par or better Tuesday afternoon as the...
Oct 3, 2025


USPS celebrates official reopening of Logan Post Office
Postmaster Krista Murray cut the ceremonial ribbon, marking the official reopening of Logan's Post Office, following a speech by acting...
Oct 2, 2025


Middle school student struck by vehicle at Whitman bus stop
A student is recovering from a traffic incident Thursday at Whitman Creek where the 13-year-old was struck by a vehicle at a bus stop....
Oct 2, 2025


Bat discovery in classroom prompts closure at Chapmanville Regional High School
A bat discovery in a classroom prompted an early dismissal on Tuesday and a continued closure on Wednesday for Chapmanville Regional High...
Sep 30, 2025


Homecoming parades get underway with Man High this Friday
Homecoming Season is here in Logan County. Parades are scheduled for Man, Logan and Chapmanville. Man's parade is this Friday and the...
Sep 30, 2025


Chapmanville participating in new National Opioid Settlement
At a Sept. 9 meeting, Chapmanville officials agreed to join the National Opioid Settlement. Robert Fields & Shana Nelson | WVOW News...
Sep 23, 2025


WVDEP meeting in Gilbert addresses Adams Fork Energy project proposal
WVDEP Division of Air Quality (DAQ) New Source Review (NSR) Program Manager Joe Kessler addressed the role of the DAQ in certifying...
Sep 23, 2025


Knuckles throws 2 TD passes, rushes for one to help Miners pull away from Hillbillies, 27-8
Man's Josh Spriggs carries the football during the first quarter of the Hillbillies 27-8 loss to the Mingo Central Miners (Photo courtesy...
Sep 23, 2025


Dalton throws for 3 TD, Kovach, Collins ground previously unbeaten Midland Trail, 49-7
Chapmanville's Preston Kovach hurdles a Midland Trail defender during the first quarter of the Tigers 49-7 win over the Patriots (Photo...
Sep 23, 2025
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