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Woman found lying on trail intoxicated is facing charges
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman is facing charges after she was found intoxicated lying on a trail, resisting arrest. On June 6, 2024, at approximately 21:30, Cpl. Lacy, Deputy Mikles, and Deputy J.A. Brooks responded to a call at Pinnacle Rock Park on Coal Heritage Road in the Bluefield area of Mercer County, […]
Deadly shooting in Mercer County under investigation
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — A shooting that left one man dead in Mercer County remains under investigation. On Saturday, June 8, 2024 at around 1:00 A.M., members of the Princeton Police Department were dispatched to a home on Kee Street due to a man who had reportedly been shot. Once on scene officers were able […]
Dump truck drives into Mercer County home
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — A dump truck reportedly drove through a home in the Princeton area of Mercer County on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. According to the homeowner the truck ran into his home on Washington Avenue right around 1 PM. 59News is on scene as they are attempting to remove the truck. Garnett Clinebell, […]
Adoption event at Mercer County Animal Shelter
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Mercer County Animal Shelter is overrun with strays yet again. To attempt to fix this issue, they are holding an adoption event on Saturday, June 15th. They are asking for your help, and for people to open their hearts and homes to a pet in need. Adoption fees for both dogs […]
Dangerous weekend in Mercer County, as two shootings occur on the same night
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – It was a scary weekend in Mercer County, as two different shootings happened on the same night. M.T. Hatfield, the Detective Corporal at Mercer County Sheriff’s Department said, “Friday, at approximately 11:00 P.M., I got a report of shots fired right there in the area of U.S. Route 19 over in […]
Bluefield woman sentenced to prison for drug crime
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A woman was sentenced to five years in prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine. According to court documents, on August 16, 2023, Denise R. Allen, 29, of Bluefield and another person were arrested at a gun store in the Princeton area of Mercer County. After they were […]
Bluefield and Beckley area McDonald’s looking to hire new employees
BLUEFIELD/BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — With summer soon approaching, local McDonald’s in the Bluefield and Beckley areas are looking to hire 115 new employees. These McDonald’s are providing on-the-job training, schedule flexibility, a fun work environment, and much more! Employees of McDonald’s also have access to discounts at any participating McDonald’s locations in the U.S. This […]
The American Legion is bringing back Veterans Helping Veterans Autorama for third year
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – The American Legion Riley-Vest Post 9 is hosting their third annual Veterans Helping Veterans Autorama on June 15. The car show will take place at Bowen Field in Bluefield from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. It will be free for everyone to attend, but Post 9 is asking for a $25 […]
Local firefighters are taking their skills to the NASCAR scene.
PRINCETON (WVNS) – Watching NASCAR is a hobby for many people but some local firefighters are preparing to make their way to the track to work on the NASCAR Fire Crew. The love of NASCAR hits close to home for many people in West Virginia. Instead of watching on television, a few local firefighters are […]
McDowell County woman stropped from bringing loaded gun on airplane
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman from Laeger, W.Va., was stopped by Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at West Virginia International Yeager Airport for trying to carry a loaded firearm in her carry-on bag on Monday, June 10. The firearm, a .22 caliber pistol, was loaded with five bullets, one of which was in the […]
Delegate hopefuls in McDowell County talk roads, water, hope and four-wheelers
Mountain State Spotlight traveled to McDowell County in late May to speak with residents around the county to get an idea of the issues they’re facing in their everyday lives. From those conversations, we compiled a series of questions for both candidates in the 36th Delegate race to answer. On the Republican side is S. […] Delegate hopefuls in McDowell County talk roads, water, hope and four-wheelers appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Mercer County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to be appointed
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Mercer County Commission will assemble on Tuesday for a meeting at which a new Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Mercer County will be appointed. Princeton native Brandon Austin will be taking on the role of Assistant Prosecuting Attorney after having practiced for nearly a decade. Along with the eight years committed […]
Town of Narrows looks to bring in outdoor recreation business to boost business
NARROWS, Va. – Highlighting outdoor recreation in the New River Valley, the Town of Narrows is looking to capitalize on its unique location perfect for hiking, biking and getting out on the water. “Narrows is really situated ideally for outdoor recreation,” Terry Nicholson, town manager for Narrows said. “The...
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