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Three sentenced in Fayette County for felony drug crimes
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Fayette County Prosecuting Anthony Ciliberti, Jr., has announced the sentencing of three individuals for drug-related felony offenses. According to Ciliberti, on May 2, 2024, Christopher M. Carver, Demetran “D.D.” Gray, and Michael L. Grimmett were convicted and sentenced to prison by Circuit Judge Paul M. Blake, Jr., following a two-day jury […]
Greenbrier County Courthouse News 5-2-24
Suits BCS Rentals, LLC v. Dale L. Vanmeter Jr.; Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. v. Brent Alderson. Divorces Howard Thomas Moyers Jr and Alicia Lynn Ramsey Moyers; Stephen Shane Fields and Kylee M Fields; Alantra Renee Williams and Jed Davis Williams; James Maxwell Eskins and Donna Jean Vaughn Eskins. Marriages Kaleb Lee Helmick to Julianna Marie […] The post Greenbrier County Courthouse News 5-2-24 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Multi-county pursuit ends with suspect’s vehicle in Elk River
Clendenin, WV (WOWK) – An overnight pursuit that began in Braxton County, WV ended in Kanawha County with the suspect’s car going into the Elk River in Clendenin early Wednesday morning. While the cause of the initial pursuit is unclear, Metro 911 dispatchers tell us the pursuit began in Braxton County and came down Route […]
Man charged after repeatedly admitting to setting his trailer on fire
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - A Webster County man was charged after admitting to setting his home on fire and allegedly physically assaulting a fire fighter. On Sunday, April 28th, police were called about a camper/residence on fire in the area of Rice Run Road in Webster county. Webster County 911...
Code Red Status announced by the Fayette County Humane Society
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — The Fayette County Humane Society is in Code Red and overflowing with animals. According to a Facebook post from the Fayette County Humane Society, the shelter is in Code Red. Owner surrenders are unable to be taken in at this time, and all the cages at the shelter are full. The […]
Former Clay mayor Josh Shamblin has died
CLAY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Former Clay mayor Josh Shamblin has died, the town announced Tuesday. Shamblin was first elected as mayor in 2019 and then re-elected in 2023. He stepped down from the position in February. “Josh served the Town of Clay both as a council member and Mayor,”...
Man arrested after he thought female victim was drinking his beer
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County man is in jail after he became physical with a female because he thought she had been drinking his beer. According to Fayette County deputies, a physical call was made to 911 about a woman who was distressed and then disconnected the line. When deputies arrived, no […]
Fayette County deputies looking for missing teenager
GLEN JEAN, W.Va. (WCHS) — Deputies in Fayette County need your help to find a missing teenager believed to have run away. Deputies said Gabriel Green, 15, was last seen leaving a home in the Mountainair Mobile Home Park in Glen Jean about 3:30 p.m. Monday. Green is described...
Car wash bandit arrested after break-ins across several counties
RIPLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An individual faces charges following the conclusion of an investigation into numerous instances of breaking and entering at car washes. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Levi Travis Harris – 32 years old of Arnoldsburg, WV – has been arrested after evidence emerged revealing that he had committed break-ins at […]
A brighter and drier day Wednesday as the mid spring heat up continues
Wednesday starts with low level clouds, humidity, and fog as we kick the last bits of Tuesdays system out. By sunrise, the clouds begin to clear and fog lifts as temps rise into the 60s. A mix of sun and clouds turning sunny by the mid afternoon won’t hurt temps much but we do remain […]
Retired Fayette County K-9 Pappy dies
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A retired K-9 member of the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office recently passed away. According to Sheriff Mike Fridley, K-9 Pappy was a “loyal, hard working, and beloved member of the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office.” Thoughts and prayers go out to his handler and partner, Lt. McMullen and his family for […]
WVU Cancer Institute honors Brights for nearly 40 years of generosity
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Back in 1985, dedicated WVU Cancer Institute supporters William and Patricia Bright recall sitting with late U.S. Sen. Jennings Randolph and enjoying the company of celebrity chef Jeremiah Tower at the inaugural Spring Gala. Nearly four decades later, the Summersville couple is being recognized for their...
Mount Hope man charged after overdose death in Fayette County
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A third man was arrested and charged with felony drug charges regarding an overdose death in Fayette County. 49-year-old Robert F. Ruth II, of Mount Hope, was charged with the felony offense of Drug Delivery Resulting in Death and Conspiracy after his involvement in an overdose death that occurred on […]
Parking lot closure planned in Greenbrier County
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) — A parking lot in Lewisburg will be closed for construction work for water system upgrades. From 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2024, the parking lot beside the Greenbrier River Trail on Harper Road will be closed. The parking lot will be closed due to heavy truck equipment […]
The Greenbrier Resort’s ‘Concours d’Elegance’ returns
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) — The Greenbrier’s Concours d’Elegance, the annual car show presented by Ferrari of Washington is returning for its seventh year. This three-day weekend event is filled with activities and fun starting May 3, 2024 through May 5, 2024. “It’s difficult to believe we’re already in our seventh year, but we’re […]
Nicholas County native named new Mountaineer mascot for WVU
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Nicholas County native officially takes on the role of the Mountaineer mascot Friday during a symbolic rifle ceremony at West Virginia University. Braden Adkins, of Richwood, officially accepted the title after being named the successor to Mikel Hagar on March 2, according to a...
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