A new 148-bed psychiatric hospital in Beckley is one of the options the state is exploring to ease overcrowding in its two acute care mental health facilities, including Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital in Huntington.

Prep Football: Tonight's high school games

Sep 05, 2008 @ 04:30 PM

Here's a quick look at games tonight for the teams in the Tri-State, and check back later for scores as they come in.

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Local supporters energized by McCain

HUNTINGTON -- John McCain supporters were excited Thursday night as they gathered at the Republican headquarters on 4th Avenue to hear him accept his party's nomination to become the next president of the United States. WATCH HIS SPEECH.

Two charged in interstate sex trade

HUNTINGTON -- A man and woman from Columbus, Ohio, appeared in federal court Thursday afternoon, hours after they were arrested in a sex trade sting at a Huntington hotel.

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Heart of Glass

Blenko Glass is a West Virginia treasure that spans generations. Join Hillary Homburg to discuss current and former craftsmen and designers and how important it is that Blenko and West Virginia glass be appreciated and valued by the younger generation.

At the Track

Lee Ann Welch has been interested in NASCAR for about five years. Even though she's fairly new to the sport, she was named a local chapter president in the Official NASCAR Members Club.

The Travel Professor

Join Steve Call on a journey across the broad spectrum of interesting travel topics. Discuss destinations domestic and abroad, some familiar and some off the beaten path. Also, check out travel specials.

Tri-State Theater

Check in with Chuck Minsker to find out about local theater productions -- both amateur and professional. Also, find out some secrets from behind the scenes.

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Gallery: Putnam in Pictures

Sep 05, 2008 @ 02:40 PM

HURRICANE -- It's true, Putnam County went to the dogs this week. But the annual dog swim and the dedication of a new dog park were just a few of many activities around the county.