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Information and history of WVVA

History of WVVA

WVVA began as WHIS-TV which debuted July 31, 1955. Call letters of WHIS (the initials of former owner, Senator Hugh Ike Shott) were carried over from WHIS Radio.  Click to read more. More>>

Station Ownership and Affiliation

WVVA is owned by the Quincy Newspapers media chain. The station's studios are located in Bluefield, and its transmitter is based at East River Mountain, near the West Virginia-Virginia border....more. More>>

Frequently asked questions about WVVA

Frequently asked questions from WVVA viewers

Have you ever wondered what "WVVA" actually stands for, or maybe you want to know how to get your story on air? This is a list of the most common questions that come into the WVVA studios. Can't find your question on the list? Don't worry, we have that covered too! More>>

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