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Four new record fish in three months caught in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, WV (WFXR) — West Virginia is known as the Mountain State. But, these days maybe it should be called “The Land of the Giants”? That is because in just a three-month period, four new state-record fish have been caught in West Virginia. It all started back in December of 2023 when John Drake of […]

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Important regulations to remember as West Virginia spring fire season approaches

March 1 begins the Mountain State's Spring fire season, and there are a few important regulations set in place to keep you and our wilderness safe.

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West Virginia lawmakers consider cuts to unemployment benefits

The battle at the State Capitol over possible cuts to unemployment benefits is front and center Wednesday, with just ten days to go in the annual legislative session.

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How biodiverse is West Virginia?

GHENT, WV (WVNS) — The Mountain State is a wild and wonderful place, but how biodiverse is West Virginia? West Virginia is home to a wide array of wildlife, animals, plants, and fungi. You will also find an abundance of different species of amphibians and reptiles, mammals, fish, birds, plants and fungi, and much more. […]

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Serial robber who hit banks in Harper Woods, Hamtramck, and Hazel Park posted cash on social media

Glenn Pack, 23, didn't make it very hard for investigators to track him down. He also supplied bank tellers with notes during his robberies, including one with his fingerprint on it.

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Every West Virginia monster festival in 2024

Popular events like the Mothman and Bigfoot festival will be returning once again, but this year West Virginians will see some new cryptid festivals looking to break into the scene.

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WWII soldier's remains found, ending family's 80-year search: 'He's a hero'

The long search for Private First-Class Mose Vance, a World War II soldier from West Virginia, has ended as his remains are found in France.

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Theatre WV hosts auditions for summer outdoor dramas

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Theatre West Virginia (TWV) will hold auditions for the casts of the 2024 outdoor dramas at Grandview February 22-24, virtually and in person, TWV Manager Gayle Oakes said on Monday, February 12, 2024. According to Oaks, actors, singers, and dancers must arrange audition appointments between 7 and 9 p.m. February 22 […]

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The "Original" Toughman Contest to be held in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The “Original” Toughman Contest will be brought to Charleston, West Virginia by Jerry Thomas’ West Virginia Sports Promotions and the Dutch Miller Auto Group. The contest will be held at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center on Thursday, February 29, 2024 and Friday, March 1, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. There will […]

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