BECKLEY, WV (WVNS)-- Last Wednesday, September 10, 2025, news of Charlie Kirk's death rocked the country. The impact of his death was immediately felt all across the United States and even the world.

That includes right here in the Mountain State.

On Sunday, September 14, 2025, local residents held a candlelight vigil to honor Kirk's memory in Beckley. At around 3:30 p.m., many people gathered at Word Park to pay their respects to the political activist. Many spoke on the personal impact that Kirk had on their lives, as well as Kirk's devotion to his faith.

Similar vigils were also held across the country, including larger-scale ones held in Washington D.C. and Michigan.

Another vigil is planned in Beckley at Word Park on Saturday. September 20, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

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