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Fox News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Omen or harbinger of doom? Fox Nation explores the chilling mystery that turned a small town into a spectacle
Half a century after eyewitnesses first reported a red-eyed creature that kept pace with their car at speeds of 100 miles per hour, thousands still flock to Point Pleasant, West Virginia, hoping to catch a glimpse of the mystery known as the Mothman. Eyewitness accounts go beyond sightings of a winged, red-eyed figure. Some said they received eerie phone calls, while others recalled visits from men in black suits who warned them to "forget what you saw." That enduring sense of mystery, Fox Nation's Abby Hornacek noted, is what makes the Mothman's story so chilling. "It's kind of one of those fun theories… but it also offers a bit of history, because there were real events that happened around the time of these Mothman sightings that give context to our history, like World War II and the Silver Bridge collapse," Hornacek, who hosts the new feature "Mothman: The Man, The Moth, The Legend," said in an interview with Fox News Digital. In her new special, Hornacek retraces the footsteps of eyewitnesses, local journalists and lifelong believers to explore why the legend of the Mothman still captivates Americans nearly six decades later. Along the way, she examined the Silver Bridge disaster of December 1967, when the structure collapsed during rush hour, killing 46 people. Many believed Mothman sightings were connected, with some convinced the creature was a harbinger of doom and others suspecting it had caused the tragedy itself. The area was also near the West Virginia Ordnance Works, where explosives were made for the war effort during World War II, which only adds to speculation and intrigue. Whether linked to military history or local tragedy, the sightings cemented Mothman as more than a fleeting scare, a legend that continues to draw crowds to Point Pleasant decades later. "Thousands of people from around the world come to this Mothman Festival because they are so intrigued by this creature…" Hornacek told the outlet. Each year, Point Pleasant hosts the Mothman Festival on the third weekend of September, drawing attendees who dress up as the legendary cryptid, enjoy live music, listen to paranormal experts share their insights, and browse a wide range of vendors. Hornacek, who visited the festival during her investigation, described the atmosphere of intrigue, enthusiasm and belief. "I really appreciated being around people who are so passionate about something in their lives," she said. "People are really intrigued by folklore. And, at the end of the day, it's just kind of a fun thing to be around." The Fox Nation feature includes firsthand accounts from eyewitnesses like Linda Sigman, who waited 50 years before sharing her story. Reflecting on her work with Fox Nation, Hornacek said she feels "really blessed" to have tackled a wide range of projects, from national parks to folklore. But the Mothman investigation, she noted, stands apart. "This special is different from anything I've ever done," she said. "It kind of put me in a new direction, and it was interesting to dive deeper into something I hadn't known about." As for what she hopes audiences will take away from the feature, Hornacek said: "I hope people learn something new, maybe even come away intrigued by West Virginia itself, the locals, and the beauty of that area."
Fox News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
West Virginia's 'Mothman' legend explored in new Fox Nation special
Fox Nation's Abby Hornacek hosts 'Mothman: The Man, The Moth, The Legend,' which follows the West Virginia legend that still draws thousands to the town of Point Pleasant annually.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Proposal at Mothman statue goes viral
POINT PLEASANT, (WBOY) — Mothman was a witness for an engagement recently, and the internet is loving it. Mothman is a cryptid that became legend in the 1960s. He was seen three times in and around Point Pleasant, West Virginia, the most famous being right before the collapse of the Silver Bridge which killed 46. Despite his connection to the tragedy, since the release of media like 'The Mothman Prophecies,' Mothman has become a mainstream and generally positive figure in the paranormal and cryptid world—enough so that Point Pleasant and the Mothman statue that was erected there in 2003, attracting thousands of visitors every year. Among recent visitors was a couple that got engaged in front of the statue. The Mothman Museum shared a photo of the special moment online which has gone viral, with thousands giving their congratulations. Newly discovered prehistoric sea creature identified by Marshall University researchers 'We spy with our Mothman eyes…someone got engaged today. Congrats to the couple!' Many agreed that it was the perfect place to pop the question, with some saying they wish their partners had picked such a fun spot and others saying that they also got engaged in front of Mothman and wouldn't change a thing. Others said that they hope Mothman makes an appearance at the wedding—hopefully as a happy guest rather than a warning sign for tragedy. Congratulations to the couple! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Inaugural Mythic Realms show held at Battlers Knob
PHILIPPI, (WBOY) — The inaugural Mythic Realms show wrapped up its three day run on Sunday at Battlers Knob, the former home of Alderson Broaddus University. Dozens of vendors were in attendance offering all things mythical, including Mothman art and art of other creatures, as well as a space for people to play board games, getting to embrace their love of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and much more. Enthusiasts enjoy Cars and Coffee on Memorial Day Weekend Organizer Gretch Corley said this was an event built to be a safe space for people in the area to tap into their love for all things mythical. 'We built this off of the Cosmic Realms that we did earlier, that was West Virginias first sci-fi convention and it turns out that people really love this stuff,' Corley said. 'I mean, we knew that they loved this stuff and it's weird that nobody has taken the time to concentrate that love into a show. So we're just like, I guess it's us and we're just doing it now and everybody's had such a fun time this weekend. There's so much community building that's going on.' And if you missed the festival, the next festival similar to this one will be Cosmic Realms and it will on the weekend of October 3, at Battlers Knob. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
There's Literally No Way You'll Get Through Every One Of These Pictures Without Laughing. It's Just Not Possible.
1.A slight problem with AI: updates: well spent: of comfort from a gentle source: 5.A day full of special plans: 6.A quick question: Note: this is not a real story. Don't worry. to win an argument: 8.A moment of understanding: true range is: problem too many: duality of time traveling: 12.A powered up roach: 13.A touching exchange: most killer joke: to live by: 16.A note of warning: beauty of the Dutch language: 18.A fair mix-up: 19.A great reason to give a bad review: 20.A perfect list: from the past: employee's dilemma: accurate depiction: 24.A gift worth giving: 25.A startling confession: 26.A handsome little comp: 27.A stunning revelation: decisions: 29.A classic mix-up: best way to end an argument: foolproof solution to any problem: highest of fashion: 33.A helpful note: spoilers: very real building: miracle of technology: 37.A chalice for ANTS: 38.A Mothman update: ultimate resume: 40.A spot on impression: 41.A pathetic cake: eternal question: 43.A toad's ascension: cutting edge of baked goods: 45.A musical inquiry: 46.A donut that's seen some things: review: 48.A warning: from the great beyond: Mom's great night: God speed, momma.
