WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV)

WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Conditions remain foggy and warm through the morning commute. Fog will dissipate around 10 AM, but a persistent haze will remain through the day. Temperatures will reach close 90 degrees while heat indices likely remain in the lower 90s. Skies will remain mostly sunny and hazy through the day, furthering the uncomfortable feel outside. If you are sensitive to the heat, staying inside is the best way to beat the heat.

OAK HILL, WV (WOAY) –┬áIt was a hot and hazy afternoon around the region, and today the humidity level was ramped up a bit, making it feel like it’s in the 90s in some areas. There also continues to be a haze in the skies as the smoke from fires in Canada is transported into our area by the flow around high pressure to our northwest. The smoke could cause some difficulties for people with breathing issues, but for now the air quality is not adversely affected.

Summers County, WV (WOAY) – The Summers County Sheriff’s Office has charged two people with allegedly planning to deliver drugs. Wednesday afternoon, during proactive patrols, Sheriff Justin Faris saw what appeared to be a suspected narcotics transaction and started an investigation. This led to Ernie Cook and Tiffany Cales being taken into custody. Dupites found suspected fentanyl, marijuana, and a large amount of U.S. currency.

Oak Hill, WV (WOAY) – The West Virginia Department of Agriculture will conduct aerial treatment for black flies on the Greenbrier, New, and Bluestone rivers next week. Treatment will happen on Wednesday, July 22. The treatment could be delayed if weather conditions and water levels require. Related Sponsored Content Evening Anchor - Oak Hill Native

Mt. Hope, WV (WOAY) This Tuesday at Mount Hope’s city hall meeting, many concerned citizens attended for an update on the town’s contentious plans to build an RV park on flood buyout land in Bailey’s Bottom. The elephant in the room: a letter sent to the city of Mt. Hope on July 7th from the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. The NRCS wanted to remind the city that the purpose of the buyout program is to restore floodplains to natural conditions.

Fayetteville, WV (WOAY) – Every region has its own hot dog. In West Virginia, it comes one way: chili, mustard, onion and slaw, ideally on a grilled bun. National Hot Dog Day fell on Wednesday, and Newswatch 4 went looking for some of Fayette County’s best examples of the state’s signature dog. At Cantrell’s Ultimate Rafting, the difference starts with the chili. Director of Operations Jason Stover said the recipe has been in the family for years. “We use a homemade chili.

Raleigh County, WV (WOAY) – As we are square in the dog days of summer, some of you with kids at home are certainly looking for fun activities to engage those youngins. As usual, the City of Beckley Parks and Recreation Department has your back. WOAY stopped by their art-in-the-park event Wednesday afternoon. VIDEO Related Sponsored Content

Oak Hill, WV (WOAY) – Eye doctors say summer sun can harm your eyes over time, raising the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. A local optometrist recommends wearing sunglasses to prevent the slow creep of U.V. damage to your eyes. Watch the full report below. VIDEO Related Sponsored Content

Charleston, WV (WOAY) The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after a side-by-side and several firearms were stolen from the Hunter Road area of Charleston. Deputies say the theft happened sometime between July 6 and July 9. The stolen vehicle is a gray, black, and orange 2018 Can-Am Commander XT. Investigators say the thieves also took six rifles, five pistols, a crossbow, ammunition, multiple tools, credit cards, and other valuable items.

Chelyan, WV (WOAY) A stabbing investigation in Kanawha County ended with an officer-involved shooting on Tuesday morning. Deputies say they responded to a Par Mar convenience store in Chelyan after a man entered the business suffering from an apparent stab wound. Investigators quickly identified a suspect who had barricaded himself inside a nearby residence.