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The people of Logan County distrust politicians. But they still hope lawmakers will solve the addiction and homelessness problems.
Some people in Logan County say they are often distrustful of politicians. They feel like their votes mean nothing. It’s easy to understand why they feel that way. Year after year, they’ve heard promises from politicians to improve their lives, but many still struggle to make ends meet and continue to watch friends and family […] The people of Logan County distrust politicians. But they still hope lawmakers will solve the addiction and homelessness problems. appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Two men charged after cutting another man’s trees, likely killing them
LOGAN COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two men face charges after they cut and damaged another man’s trees, causing them to die likely. West Virginia State Police say Matthew Newsome and Jeffery Hodge were actively cutting and damaging another man’s trees on his posted property. Police observed the suspects with three one-hundred-pound feed sacks stuffed with […]
Planting Seeds of Hope serves families with garden supplies
INEZ — Coordinators from the Martin County Family Resource and Youth Service Centers launched their Planting Seeds of Hope program Monday outside the Inez Freewill Baptist Church gymnasium. This marks the fifth consecutive year that the FRYSCs have provided the community with surplus garden supplies. Kara Beth Marcum, Youth...
Flood survivor celebrates new beginnings after century of family legacy
INEZ — Slone was 16 when she moved into the old house on land that her family lived on for over 100 years on Camp Branch in Inez. It was her home until a flash flood swept through the property in 2022, tearing up the century-old structure and leaving Slone to sleep on her daughter’s sofa. Now, however, thanks to a group of generous donors, funders and volunteers, the 74-year-old Slone has a brand-new home on the same site as the former.
Sixteen people file complaints against Mingo County PSD over water issues
MINGO COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS)—Sixteen people have filed complaints against the Mingo County Public Service District over several water issues. On April 12, 2024, sixteen people filed complaints against the Mingo County Public Service district. One resident complained about water outages, low water pressure, and water leaks. Another individual says that fire hydrants don’t work. Another […]
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