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Kanawha Valley

Seeking home: In the midst of war, Ukrainian family finds a safe haven in Charleston

• Jun 20, 2024
• 8 min to read

It was the morning of Feb. 24, 2022.

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News

Sizzling culinary program helps inmates find peace, purpose and hope for a future

• Updated Jun 8, 2024
• 6 min to read

WEST COLUMBIA — If you want to give your comedic talents a boost, try asking a group of folks at a state corrections facility which is better,…

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News

'This is hope': Calhoun County opens first public swimming pool in 19 years

• May 30, 2024
• 5 min to read

GRANTSVILLE — There’s something almost poetic about the season’s first dip into a cool swimming pool. 

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Arts & Entertainment

20th FestivALL lineup announced: Hot new acts, traditional favorites

• May 15, 2024

FestivALL Charleston has released its full schedule of more than 90 artistic events showcasing music, theater, dance, art, literature and culi…

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Kanawha Valley

Charleston animal shelter eyes property, begins plans for a new facility

• Updated Jun 18, 2025

After suffering heavy damage to its existing building almost two months ago, the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association has identified a possib…

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