Kajah Watkins
Multimedia Journalist
WDTV

Kajah Watkins is a native of Washington, D.C. and a graduate of Morgan State University. She joined the 5 News team in September of 2023.
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Now, thanks to Buckhannon’s Kaytee Thorne, seniors can get adopted by other locals to ensure a happy holiday.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2023 at 8:53 PM EST
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Enjoying food by Wolfe catering, games, and pictures with not only their community, but Santa Claus and Mrs.Claus.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2023 at 6:56 PM EST
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There is something for all ages to enjoy.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 5:54 PM EST
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Jeff Wright, the head of investigations for the University Campus Police said it is imperative that students make sure to lock their doors, especially with another holiday break coming up.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 5:31 PM EST
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Today is Giving Tuesday a national movement supporting organizations by donating to charity and the United Hospital Center has many different programs that help local families, not only during the holidays, but all year round.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2023 at 4:42 PM EST
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With a wide spectrum of items, you can buy anything from a Christmas reef to custom soap bars.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 12:20 PM EST
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Just two days before Thanksgiving, the Soup Opera in Fairmont faced a devastating flood that washed away their holiday plans.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM EST
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The airport is usually busy this time of year with in going and outgoing flights.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2023 at 6:23 PM EST
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Nothing is worth throwing away, you just have to get more creative to give it a new meaning.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2023 at 6:08 PM EST
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Each angel on the tree represents a child in need and you have a chance to make a difference by buying something on their wish list to ensure they have a wonderful Christmas.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2023 at 5:50 PM EST
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So far, there’s no word on when the new Brickside will open.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2023 at 5:37 PM EST
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Anyone will be able to stop by and pick up flower and vegetable seeds, just like they would pick up books, free of cost.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2023 at 5:23 PM EST
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She graduated in 1974 and is still impacted by her experience, which made her want to give back to the college who helped her build her life.
Updated: Nov. 13, 2023 at 5:26 PM EST
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To make a difference in children’s lives, Anthony came up with the softball tournament, where each player will donate one toy.
Updated: Nov. 12, 2023 at 6:30 PM EST
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The Georgetown Quintet is the newest to the society coming all the way from Washington, D.C and the community made sure to give them a warm welcome.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2023 at 4:46 PM EST
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Bryant, along with four other students were just accepted into a FBI program.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2023 at 5:25 PM EST
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People of the community donate decorated trees that will later be auctioned off for them to take home and its all for a good cause.
Updated: Nov. 6, 2023 at 6:23 PM EST
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During his first semester of college, they were activated for desert storm in the first war in Iraq, where his life changed forever.
Updated: Nov. 5, 2023 at 4:03 PM EST
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From 11 AM to 3 PM on November 5th, anyone who spent over $15 would have 20% of their purchase donated to the organization.
Updated: Nov. 4, 2023 at 7:45 PM EDT
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According to new information from the Monongalia County Sheriff’s office, Gardner was found in her car in a remote location off of Casteel rd. in the Hazelton area.
Updated: Nov. 1, 2023 at 5:19 PM EDT
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Since the rink has opened, they have added a bounce house section of the building.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2023 at 5:55 PM EDT
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The founder, Juliette Gordon Low started this organization in 1912 on the day she was born.
Updated: Oct. 30, 2023 at 4:26 PM EDT
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Smith is a substitute special education teacher who is making a big impact at Fairmont Senior High School.
Updated: Oct. 29, 2023 at 7:03 PM EDT
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She says that this is the opportunity of a lifetime and a great accomplishment
Updated: Oct. 28, 2023 at 9:18 PM EDT
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Board members say they gathered on what would have been homecoming weekend to make one last memory.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2023 at 5:37 PM EDT
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On November 10th, dental students guided by faculty dentist will provide screenings, x-rays, cleanings, and simple fillings to veterans, active guards, and reserve members.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2023 at 5:30 PM EDT
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One of the businesses that attended this summit is Apis Creative.
Updated: Oct. 23, 2023 at 5:15 PM EDT
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Austin Scott, the head football coach at Robert C. Byrd says he knows the merger could be hard for Liberty, but he thinks merging teams could create a powerful force climbing up the football ranks.
Updated: Oct. 18, 2023 at 4:25 PM EDT
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She shares how the students and staff create a wonderful dynamic that keeps her coming back.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2023 at 4:38 PM EDT
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The recovery staff at Mon Health never gave up on him and he appreciates it; Robert says that is the main key for recovery.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2023 at 5:32 PM EDT
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The grant was created by the Expanding Opportunity Through Charter Schools Program under the U.S. Department of Education, but it has not been funded yet.
Updated: Oct. 14, 2023 at 6:15 PM EDT
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The goal is to help spread awareness about the dangers of pancreatic cancer and support the community.
Updated: Oct. 13, 2023 at 5:53 PM EDT
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Each year the haunted house is open during the fall season, but Michelle Graham, the Haunt Manager and Actor Coordinator says that tonight will be a busy one.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2023 at 5:41 PM EDT
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The new band is here to bring the community together with music
Updated: Oct. 11, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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Firefighters provide information to their local communities, hoping to spread awareness of how to avoid home fires.
Updated: Oct. 10, 2023 at 6:05 PM EDT
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For the second time since August, the county commission stands to approve the ordinance which states that no individual or group is permitted to stand in the median in a traffic area.
Updated: Oct. 10, 2023 at 5:45 PM EDT
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That is because more than 50 percent of faculty expected to be terminated by WVU have either retired or resigned since the announcement was made.
Updated: Oct. 9, 2023 at 6:17 PM EDT
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The goal of Vet Start is to put an end to the lack of veterinary technologist in the state
Updated: Oct. 4, 2023 at 5:46 PM EDT
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Local Elks Lodge chapters are bringing a drug awareness program to schools across the county to explain the dangers of vaping.
Updated: Oct. 3, 2023 at 5:23 PM EDT
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Sunrises and sunset times will soon change, meaning less daylight during evening hours.
Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 7:40 PM EDT
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There were so many activities for all ages such as the carnival, car shows, arts & crafts, and tasty food.
Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 5:36 PM EDT
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After serving twenty years as the Chamber of Commerce President, Tina Shaw feels that now is a time for change.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 6:11 PM EDT
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Girls of all ages will have the chance to learn about aviation during this event hosted at Pierpont Aviation Technology.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 6:06 PM EDT
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The “YOU CAN” initiative will bring awareness and educate the community about human trafficking, along with providing resources for anyone in need.