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Vehicle strikes residence, bursts into flames following car chase
LERONA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two individuals involved in a car chase on Sunday morning are receiving treatment following the incident. According to the Chief Deputy T.S. Adkins of the Summers County Sheriff’s Department, at approximately 2:50am on Sunday morning, Sheriff Faris initiated a traffic stop on Route 20 in the Pipestem area. The vehicle involved […]
Monday stays toasty and dry; showers and storms return for Tuesday
Sunday night begins with just a few clouds around and temps hovering in the 70s by the late evening. High pressure off the east coast will keep our area dry tonight under mostly clear skies. With calm winds tonight, some patchy fog is possible across our river valleys. Overnight lows will stay above average, dropping […]
Man leads police on car and foot chase in Raleigh County
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man was arrested after fleeing police and leading them on a high-speed chase. On April 22, 2024, Justin Scott Keyes was traveling in the MacArthur area at a high rate of speed. Deputies attempted to catch up with Keyes, but he started accelerating. Keyes turned on several roads and […]
Repeat shoplifter arrested after stealing a Yoo-hoo and cheese stick
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A repeat shoplifter was arrested for a third time after stealing a Yoo-hoo and cheese stick from a store. On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, police were dispatched to One Stop on Pleasant Street regarding a shoplifting complaint. When police arrived, the cashier said a man, later identified as Daniel Wayne Johnson, was seen on video […]
The demise of a West Virginia newspaper
Owners are shuttering two newspapers every week, many of them in rural places like Welch, West Virginia. Missy Nester grew up in Welch and bought a paper in 2018 to save it. But she couldn’t make the economics work and last year, shuttered the Welch News. Reporter Todd Melby...
Beckley landscaping company applauded for help with cold case breakthrough
BECKLEY, W.Va. (WCHS) — It was the work of several agencies including the FBI and the West Virginia State Police that led to a major breakthrough this week in a Raleigh County cold case involving a missing mother and daughter from 2000. However, the agencies involved are also thanking a local business for their help in locating the bodies of Susan and Natasha "Alex" Carter who had been missing for nearly 24 years.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
BECKLEY (WVNS) – Substance use disorder is the case for many across the Mountain State and the nation. Finding drugs can be as easy as opening up your cabinet. Many people have prescription drugs they do not need anymore. To dispose of these drugs, a special event was held. Saturday, April 27th was ‘National Prescription […]
Staff responded properly after student brandishes BB gun on bus, WVSSPA finds
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The incoming secretary of a state association for school service workers said Raleigh County bus drivers followed protocol correctly to keep kids safe in what could have been bad situations onboard two district school buses earlier in the week. Mary Keene, the incoming secretary for the West Virginia School Service Personnel […]
Raleigh County church successfully nominated to National Register of Historic Places
TAMS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A special unveiling and announcement pertaining to the historic New Salem Baptist Church has been confirmed for next week. The church, located at a coal camp site in Tams, West Virginia, was nominated by the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia to the National Register of Historic Places. First constructed in 1921, […]
Meet the Candidate: Matthew Epling for Raleigh County Magistrate – Division 6
1.Tell us a little bit about yourself and your experience/accomplishments: Hello to everyone. My name is Matthew Epling and I am running for Division 6 Magistrate in Raleigh County, West Virginia. I am a lifelong resident of Beckley and have been involved in community service my entire life. I am happily married, with three beautiful […]
Wyoming County firefighter and family lose everything in fire, donations being accepted
HANOVER, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wyoming County firefighter and his family have lost everything following a fire this morning. According to the Hanover Volunteer Fire Department (VFD), Firefighter Tim Keneda and his family lost everything this morning in a house fire. Donations are currently being accepted, and they would be much appreciated, according to the […]
Causeacon: Pop Culture Extravaganza
BECKLEY (WVNS) – Attention pop culture fans, the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center is hosting an event just for you. Causeacon started on Friday, April 26th and lasts through Sunday, April 28th. From video games, superheroes, and Disney, this event has everything pop culture related. Causeacon is a fundraiser for Advocating a Way for Adults and […]
Mullens to host 45th annual Dogwood Festival
MULLENS, WV (WVNS) — The 45th annual Mullens Dogwood Festival, a tradition that began in 1979, is on its way to town. “Forty-five years ago, in 1979, a tradition began in Mullens. This tradition is now known as The Mullens Dogwood Festival,” said Susan England, president of the festival board of directors. “Through difficult times, […]
Governor Justice presents $2 million award to Woodrow Wilson High School
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Several high-profile figures at the state and local levels were on-hand at Woodrow Wilson High School on Friday as Governor Jim Justice presented a $2 million award for the replacement of a water line. As Chairman of the West Virginia School Building Authority, Governor Justice effectively led a vote in April […]
Causeacon brings in nerds far and wide to Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Lines of cosplayers and con-goers waited outside of the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center, eager for the doors to open. Causeacon is a growing event that brings in visitors from all around the state and beyond to Raleigh County. Event organizer Desiree Christian said the location and popularity of Causeacon helps bring […]
Residents Along Contaminated Creek Just Want Clean Water
In Pineville, West Virginia, a town of 500, residents filled up the front rows of the county courtroom recently. They came to hear the latest legal update on a battle some have been fighting for generations – securing clean water. Bobby Lee Keen and his wife Patsy attended the hearing.
Bluefield State University Graduation
BLUEFIELD (WVNS) – With April ending and May around the corner, many students are preparing to step into their professional career. Bluefield State University undergraduate and master’s degree students have received their degree. A graduation ceremony was held on Saturday, April 27th at the Brushfork Armory. Over 200 students have graduated in this year’s class. […]
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