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Fayette County candidate found in contempt of court
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County judge has found a candidate running for magistrate in contempt of court. Judge Blake issued a ruling that Rick Pannell Jr. be held in contempt of court for failing to update all political signs. In an original complaint filed in the Circuit Court of Fayette County, magistrate […]
Vehicle hits power pole in Cross Lanes, road closed
CROSS LANES, WV (WOWK) – A vehicle crash in Cross Lanes has closed a portion of Washington Street West. According to Kanawha County 911 dispatchers, the single-vehicle crash happened around 5:10 p.m. Monday when the vehicle hit a power pole in the 4600 block of Washington Street West. Dispatchers say no one was injured in […]
1 injured after vehicle goes over I77 guardrail in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – One person has been taken to the hospital after a car went over the guardrail on the interstate. According to Kanawha County 911 dispatchers, the crash happened around 5:42 p.m. Monday when a vehicle was traveling on I-77 North near the 104-mile marker. Dispatchers say the vehicle went over the guardrail […]
Fayette County man arrested on drug charges
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Danese man is facing felony charges in Fayette County. Sheriff Mike Fridley provides the following information regarding this incident. Just before noon, Sunday, May 12, 2024, while conducting routine patrols in Meadow Bridge, deputies performed a traffic stop on a vehicle for a minor traffic violation. During the stop, […]
Upcoming Stagnant Pattern Promises Frequent Rain
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): A series of low pressure systems promise plenty of rain this week. ELECTION DAY: Following drizzle and light rain at daybreak, the sun will return in between intervals of clouds. More showers and even a thunder rumble are expected between 3-9 p.m. No flooding or severe weather is expected.
I64E closures planned for Montrose Drive overpass repairs
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Drivers going east on I-64 in Kanawha County will need to prepare for lane closures for the next two nights. According to the West Virginia Department of Transportation, the closures are set to take place from 6 p.m. Monday, May 13, through 5 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, the WVDOT says […]
Prosecutors found significant concerns in Kent Carper investigation, but burden of proof was less certain
Federal prosecutors found “significant areas of concern” while investigating Kanawha County Commissioner Kent Carper’s actions following an alleged lewd behavior incident in a local roadside park, the U.S. Attorney for Southern West Virginia said today. But U.S. Attorney Will Thompson said he made a determination not to...
Meet the Candidate: Amanda Davis for Fayette County Magistrate
Experience/accomplishments My name is Amanda Davis, a dedicated advocate for justice, integrity, and community empowerment. With a proven track record of education for the law, I am passionate about serving as your magistrate to uphold the principles that make our community strong and resilient. As a long-time resident of Fayette County, I am deeply invested […]
Fayette County man sentenced for unlawful wounding
GAULEY BRIDGE, WV (WVNS) — A Gauley Bridge man was sentenced to prison for unlawful wounding in Fayette County. 59-year-old Barton R. DePaul, of Gauley Bridge, was sentenced on May 6, 2024 to one to five years in prison for the felony offense of unlawful wounding. DePaul pleaded guilty to the unlawful wounding offense on […]
Violence is traumatizing Haitian kids. Now the country’s breaking a taboo on mental health services
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Students often throw up or wet themselves when gunfire erupts outside their school in northern Port-au-Prince. When they do, school director Roseline Ceragui Louis finds there’s only one way to try to calm the children and keep them safe: getting them to lie on the classroom floor while she sings softly.
Two Ansted men face burglary and conspiracy charges in Fayette County
Ansted, WV (WOAY)- Two Ansted men are facing felony charges in Fayette County. Sheriff Mike Fridley reports that at 3:30 am, deputies responded to a call regarding a burglary at the Smoker’s Depot in Ansted. Upon initial investigation, authorities determined two individuals threw a rock through the door to...
Man sentenced after giving inmate drugs, causing him to overdose in cell
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County man has received an additional sentence after providing drugs to a fellow inmate. Anthony Ciliberti, Jr., Prosecuting Attorney for Fayette County reports that, on April 3, 2023, deputies with the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department observed an inmate in custody in the holding cell of the Fayette County Courthouse […]
VIDEO: Mothmanor promises one-of-a-kind vacation experience in Fayette County
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A new vacation rental centered around Mothman and other West Virginia cryptids is about to become available for booking in the heart of Fayette County. The Mothmanor, designed and constructed by couple Nate Adams and Rachel Adkins, is located just outside Fayetteville city limits on High Street. Adams and Adkins have […]
Daycare providers asking West Virginia lawmakers for funding help
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Dozens of daycare providers from around the Kanawha Valley rallied at the West Virginia State Capitol Monday in a call for state lawmakers to help fund childcare. There’s a shortage of childcare workers across the Mountain State, and just this month, a daycare in Elkview, Momma Bear’s, announced it has to […]
Former Kanawha County Commissioner under investigation has concluded
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia and its partners have concluded an investigation involving now-former Kanawha County Commissioner W. Kent Carper. The investigation uncovered significant allegations of concern. It also found that Carper had significant health issues that could have had an impact on his […]
Town of Montgomery unveils new riverfront park
MONTGOMERY, W.Va. (WCHS) — The town of Montgomery cut the ribbon on a brand new riverfront park Monday afternoon. The park, financed through a mixture of individual donations and grants from the Kanawha Valley Commission, features slides, a seesaw and a swing set featuring individual swings and two unique parent-child swings.
Fayette County Schools announces graduation dates and times
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Graduation dates and times for Fayette County’s three high schools have been announced. Graduation ceremonies will begin next week. The graduation ceremony for Oak Hill High School will take place on Thursday, May 16 at 6 PM. It will take place at Oak Hill High School at John P. Duda Stadium. […]
Soggy Pattern Locked In Minus a Few Bright Patches Next 7 Days
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Following a respite from the rain Saturday morning, it returns in the afternoon. OVERVIEW: The dry days in the next 7 days include Saturday until 1 p.m., all day on Sunday and Monday and then Thursday afternoon. FOG: Fog is expected Saturday around daybreak and then...
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