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Excessive Drinking Rates Highlighted in Charles Town and Ranson

Map: These West Virginia counties have the most excessive drinkers, per new report WBOY 12 News | Monday, March 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway WBOY 12 News reports that Jefferson County ranks highest in excessive drinking in the state, with 20% of residents self-reporting binge drinking habits. This statistic is part

Pothole Patching Begins in North Central WV, Includes Local Roads

WVDOH begins pothole patching Monday: Here's where WBOY 12 News | Monday, March 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway WBOY 12 News reports that after a challenging winter, the West Virginia Division of Highways is launching a comprehensive pothole patching campaign across north central counties, including spots near Charles Town

New CWD Case Prompts Action for Hunters Near Charles Town

'Zombie deer disease' spreads to another West Virginia county WBOY 12 News | Tuesday, March 11, 2025 By Joey Rather West Virginia's containment area for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), also known as 'zombie deer disease,' has expanded to include Grant County after a confirmed case,

Bald Eagles Thrive Near Harpers Ferry and Beyond

How likely are you to see a bald eagle in West Virginia? WBOY 12 News | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 By Sam Kirk Bald eagle sightings in West Virginia have significantly increased, with over 130 confirmed nests statewide by 2022, including sightings near historic towns like Harpers Ferry and areas such

Eagles Nest in Shepherdstown: Three Eggs Await Hatching

3 eggs laid at bald eagle nest in West Virginia: When to watch for them hatching WBOY 12 News | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 By Sam Kirk Three eggs have been laid in the bald eagle nest at the National Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown, allowing local wildlife enthusiasts to anticipate

Shepherdstown Bald Eagle Nest: Three Eggs Expected to Hatch Soon

3 eggs laid at bald eagle nest in West Virginia: When to watch for them hatching WBOY 12 News | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 By Sam Kirk In Shepherdstown, three bald eagle eggs are being incubated at the National Conservation Training Center, offering local nature enthusiasts a chance to witness the

Top Winter Sports Conditions in West Virginia Mountain Resorts

West Virginia seeing best ski conditions in 'over a decade' WBOY 12 News | Thursday, February 13, 2025 By Sam Kirk West Virginia is experiencing its best winter sports conditions in over a decade, with January snowfall enhancing activities like skiing and tubing. While some regions see warmer temperatures,