Laura Bowen
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Past articles by Laura:
SNAP benefits will soon decrease
Emergency Covid allotments will soon be a thing of the past. → Read More
A local student’s story inspires legislation on dyslexia
Maxin was diagnosed with dyslexia in second grade. Now he, his mom, and local teachers are advocating for legislation that will keep kids with dyslexia from slipping through the cracks. → Read More
Upcoming fundraiser will increase the reward offered for the Judy Petty case
An organizer hopes that a higher monetary reward will get someone to come forward with information. → Read More
“This is what community is.” Locals hold vigil for missing woman
Gretchen Fleming has been missing since early December. → Read More
More than wintertime blues
A local counselor breaks down what this disorder is and what to do if you're struggling. → Read More
How to avoid scams while online shopping
A local IT company president has some tips. → Read More
Local man is arrested for a string of crimes
All the crimes happened in a timespan of an hour and a half. → Read More
Local schools promote a drug-free life through Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is all about teaching kids the importance of not doing drugs. → Read More
Clarifying language you may see on your ballot
WTAP spoke to County Clerk Mark Rhodes so that you know what you’re looking at on the ballots come November’s election. → Read More
Remembering Eric Seevers - A friend mourns local plane crash victim
Seevers was the type of man who would check in on you when you were down. → Read More
Juvenile steals ice truck, sending police on a chase
The minor hit three cars during the chase. → Read More
Local hospital implements potentially life-saving critical care ambulances
WVU Medicine Camden Clark now has two critical care ambulances. → Read More
Local food pantry struggles under the weight of inflation
Higher costs come at a time this food pantry has to pay for more of its inventory. → Read More
Governor Justice signs near total abortion ban into law: its deeper implications
A senator who voted for the bill and a Planned Parenthood official give their takes on the legislation. → Read More
“Trust in the goodness of people.” Art exhibit highlights local stories of recovery from addiction.
After over 10 years of addiction, Reed Byers turned his life around. He hopes his story helps fight the stigma. → Read More
85-year-old woman achieves dream and graduates high school
Nearly seven decades after leaving high school early to start a family, Mrs. Bowersock got her honorary diploma. → Read More
85-year-old woman achieves dream and graduates high school
Nearly seven decades after leaving high school early to start a family, Mrs. Bowersock got her honorary diploma. → Read More
85-year-old woman achieves dream and graduates high school
Nearly seven decades after leaving high school early to start a family, Mrs. Bowersock got her honorary diploma. → Read More