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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 […]
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 […]
Woman beaten, left completely nude after fight over missing meth in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Four people are charged after a fight over missing meth that left one woman completely nude and beaten up. On Monday, April 22, 2024, Beckley Police responded to 305 Beaver Avenue to a call of multiple people fighting. When police arrived, they found a female victim completely nude, lying in a […]
Oak Hill armed robbery suspect in custody
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man is in custody after an armed robbery incident in Oak Hill. On Friday, April 26, 2024, an armed robbery report was made at a store in Oak Hill. According to Oak Hill, Chief Police Mike Whisman, an armed robbery call came in at the old Walmart building at […]
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 […]
Bodies believed to be mother, daughter missing since 2000 found after deathbed confession
A man reportedly admitted to investigators that he killed a woman and her young daughter nearly 24 years after they went missing in Beckley, West Virginia. Hours after their bodies were found, the man died following a medical episode.
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 […]
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 […]
Weather Update: Record Warmth About Ready To Set Sail
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Following a mild day, a much more significant warming trend starting Sunday will have folks testing their air conditioner units. The temperatures will reach into the upper 70s to low 80s the entire week and likely rank as the third warmest late April to early May stretch.
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, […]
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 […]
Causeacon hosts final day of 2024 festival
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Causeacon held it’s final day of festivities on Sunday, April 28, 2024. The sixth annual Causeacon began on Friday, April 26. Cosplayers, vendors, panelists, and celebrities find a home at this convention. Desiree Christian, event organizer said she hopes Causeacon continues to grow and help the AWAY center, the former Women’s […]
Vulpix and Ninetails join Pokémon Sleep just in time for Entei event
GHENT, WV (WVNS) – Pokémon Sleep users have a lot to look forward to in May 2024! Entei is set to make its debut late during May, but it is not the only fiery arrival! Those looking to snag Entei might remember that, as we have learned from the Raikou event, having a pokémon that […]
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 […]
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 […]
Crescent Elementary presented with $21,000 check for classrooms
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Crescent Elementary School on Thursday received a $21,000 check for the purchase of Prometheus boards for each classroom in the facility. Delegate Kirby and Dr. Starcher were on hand at Crescent Elementary for the presentation of the funds, which also saw participation from the school’s current fourth grade class. “It was […]
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