Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
Good morning, Huntington.
WVDEP crews recovered approximately 18,000 gallons of an oil-and-water mixture after a transformer oil spill last Friday at an Appalachian Power substation in Clear Fork, Wyoming County—vacuum trucks and additional equipment continue to contain remaining materials and protect downstream water intakes.
Today, frigid temperatures have left the Ohio River frozen and roads icy in Huntington, with forecasters warning snow may burden residents Tuesday.
Drivers should take extra care + follow local updates for any changes.
Department of Human Services Secretary Alex Mayer said that over 100 beds in local care facilities are occupied by truant children, a factor in sending 400 kids out-of-state, and lawmakers are now discussing HB4021 to renovate facilities and improve services.
Gov. Morrisey announced that January revenue collections came in $19.3M below estimates while year-to-date collections remain $108.8M above projections (reflecting a resilient economy and responsible fiscal management) as he urged lawmakers to consider a 10% cut in personal income taxes.
West Virginia health leaders are testing a 'food is medicine' model to ease an $800M rural health care shortfall & high obesity rates by planning new programs in affected areas.
The efforts aim to reshape care for rural communities in the months ahead.
Today, Wayne's Mills achieved her career high in prep girls basketball during a game held to honor her brother at the school gym.
The event drew local community support and celebrated her record-setting performance.
Tolsia's prep girls basketball team won a close game against Chesapeake on Saturday afternoon (winning on a free throw with the clock reading :00.4), though no player scored in double figures.
Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Foundry Theater — $31.03 — Experience the magic of candlelight concerts featuring the music of Queen and The Beatles.
Acts of Love - An Evening of Love Stories
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Francis-Booth Experimental Theatre — $22 at the door — Experience a heartfelt journey through the many facets of love in this entertaining collection of stories and songs.
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