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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 […]
Mountaineer Food Bank to host food pantry in Mercer County on April 30
Bluefield, WV (WOAY) – Mountaineer Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry will host a food giveaway on Tuesday, April 30, in Mercer County. The giveaway will take place in the parking lot near Mitchell Stadium in Bluefield from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. while supplies last. For more information, call...
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 […]
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, […]
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. […]
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 […]
Princeton transfer Kaitlyn Chen commits to UConn women’s basketball after three years with Carla Berube
HARTFORD, Conn. -- UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma rarely takes players out of the transfer portal, but Princeton guard Kaitlyn Chen made perfect sense for his team after she spent the last three seasons led by former Husky and Tigers coach Carla Berube. Chen was one of the top...
Wytheville Community College holds NC3 National Signing Day for career and technical students
WYTHE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Wytheville Community College (WCC) held their second NC3 National Letter of Intent Signing Day for career and technical students on April 18. Over 80 students and their families joined Wytheville Community College to celebrate their commitment to pursue a career. High school teachers and administrators in the WCC service region attended the event as well.
WV Hive to host Coffee Talks Networking Session in Princeton on April 30
Princeton, WV (WOAY)- The West Virginia Hive will host its next Coffee Talks networking event on Tuesday, April 30, in Mercer County. The session will be at Wild Roots Coffeehouse in Princeton from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. WV Hive Executive Director Judy Moore will conduct an informal interview with...
I-77 Tractor-Trailer Crash Closes Northbound Lane
GHENT (WOAY) – A tractor-trailer caught fire on northbound I-77 near mile-marker 34.5. The Ghent Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the scene around 6 p.m. on April 23rd. They worked on putting out the fire of the tractor while the Beaver Volunteer Fire Department offered extra manpower. I-77...
Deputies seize meth, cocaine from Wytheville home; 1 arrested
WYTHEVILLE, Va. (WSET) — A Wythe County man is facing criminal charges after officials found drugs in his home. On Tuesday, April 23rd, Gary Edward McKinney Jr. was arrested and faces many charges concerning the Possession and Sale of Illegal Narcotics. The Wythe County Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force...
Temporary bridge closure planned in Tazewell County
TAZEWELL, VA (WVNS) — Due to concrete work, a bridge in Tazewell County will be temporarily closed. According to a Facebook post made by the Town of Tazewell, on Friday, April 26, 2024, Route 16 West Riverside Bridge will be closed for concrete work from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Drivers are encouraged to use […]
Independence High School hosts “Prom Promise” event to show students the dangers of drunk driving
COAL CITY, WV (WVNS) — It’s a scene Raleigh County’s first responders see all too often: Crashed vehicles with look-a-loos and a victim who, try as they may, they can no longer help. Thankfully, the scene at Independence High School on Friday, April 26, 2024, was staged by the county’s first responders. Called “Prom Promise,” […]
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, […]
Evan’s Sweets Frozen Custard cuts ribbon on Bluefield location
BLUEFIELD, VA (LOOTPRESS) – Community and team members were joined this month by members of the Tazewell County Chamber of Commerce for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Evan’s Sweets Frozen Custard. Located in Bluefield, Virginia, the establishment offers frozen custard, cookies, cupcakes, and more. Evan’s Sweets will be operational throughout the year and […]
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