Wildlife Center of Virginia rescues Great Horned Owlet | Patient of the Week

FREDERICKSBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — On April 2, the Wildlife Center of Virginia admitted its first baby raptor of 2025 — a nestling Great Horned Owlet from Fredericksburg, Virginia. The owlet had fallen out of its nest and was found on the ground. Rescuers …

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for portions of West Virginia and Ohio

WEST VIRGINIA, OHIO (WCHS) — UPDATED 6:05 p.m., 4/14/25 A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for portions of Ohio and West Virginia. The warning includes Gallia and Lawrence counties in Ohio along with Jackson, Kanawha, Mason, Putnam and …

'A great first session together': West Virginia lawmakers look back on legislative work

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — West Virginia lawmakers wrapped up the legislative session as Saturday turned into Sunday. “I think we had a great first session together, the Senate body and the governor,” said Sen. Brian Helton (R-Fayette). “We’re behind him all …

Virginia Beach Local Real Estate Market Home Supply Strong

During the month of March in Hampton Roads, inventory was at its highest level in more than five years for that month, which leads the way into the spring buying season. Data from the Real Estate Information Network (REIN) shows that there were nearly 22% …

Rebuilt pitching staff guides West Virginia to best record in nation

West Virginia has the best overall and road records in Division I baseball, and the Big 12-leading Mountaineers are doing it with a first-year coach and a No. 1 pitcher who spent his first four seasons at a Division II school in Illinois. The Mountaineers …

New York knicker thief busted after underwear heist, high-speed chase in Virginia

STAFFORD, VA — A 60-year-old New York man was arrested after leading deputies on a high-speed chase Friday night with a suitcase stuffed with stolen women’s lingerie, shoes, and clothing worth over $1,000, authorities said. Deputies with the Stafford …

Cambodian refugee detained by ICE in Virginia

West Virginia Passes Law to Attract Data Centers, Advance Energy Infrastructure

April 14, 2025 — The West Virginia Senate on Friday advanced legislation aimed at boosting the state’s role in data center development and energy innovation, approving House Bill 2014 in a 32-1 vote. It now heads to the governor’s desk. Backed by Gov. …

Virginia E. Smith, 82

RUMNEY — With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Virginia E. Smith, a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and dear friend to many. Virginia departed peacefully on April 2, 2025, at her home in Rumney. She was 82 years old. Born …

Martinsburg caregiver named West Virginia’s Direct Support Professional of the Year

Shirley Ross, a dedicated caregiver in Martinsburg, was named West Virginia’s Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year by the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR). Ross was chosen for this prestigious award because of her …