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Cold case suspect dies the same day victims’ remains found
A West Virginia man indicted for the murder of a 10-year-old girl missing since 2000 died Monday, according to authorities. That same day, West Virginia State Police say remains believed to belong to the girl and her mother were found at the man's home.
Two Raleigh County men charged after a man fatally overdosed
MOUNT HOPE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two Raleigh County men are facing felony charges in Fayette County. Sheriff Mike Fridley provides the following information regarding this incident. On December 26, 2023, deputies responded to a suspected overdose death in Mount Hope. During the lengthy investigation, detectives with the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department Detective’s Bureau were able […]
4/20 celebrations could be tempered by West Virginia’s marijuana laws
Saturday is 4/20 Day, a celebration of cannabis culture, the love of the flower and rallying for recreational legalization here in West Virginia. “To us, it’s a day of more for the community, everybody gets together, they all enjoy everything; it’s kind of a bonding session really for everybody,” said Green Light Dispensary Beckley General Manager Andrew Smith. “You get to get some more insight on how people like the products and which ones work better for them.”
Stranger Danger: What to do if you’re approached by a stranger
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — As spring continues to warm up, more people will be out and about, including children. 59News spoke with Deputy Matthew Dunlap of the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Department on what children should do if they are approached by a stranger. Deputy Dunlap said there are several ways to handle the situation. “Don’t […]
Carnival returning to Beckley this week
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The carnival is returning to Beckley this week. Gambill Amusements will have a carnival set up at the Crossroads Mall. It will be open Thursday, April 25, to Saturday, May 4. They will open at 6 PM on Thursday. Other operating hours are as follows: Monday-Friday – open at 6 PM […]
Raleigh County Pre-K Expo hosted at convention center
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Community members and prospective preschool students made their way to the Raleigh County Convention Center on Friday where the area’s annual Pre-K Expo event was held. Sponsored by Raleigh County Schools and Access Health, the expo provided the opportunity for children turning four years old by July 1, 2024, to be […]
AWAY to present free movie screening event
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – AWAY (Advocating a Way for Adults and Youth – Formerly known as Women’s Resource Center -has announced a free movie screening event set to take place later this month. The screening, scheduled to be held at the Neville Auditorium on Neville Street in the WVU building, is being presented in recognition […]
Country Road Garden Club beautifies Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The Country Road Garden Club has been lending its green thumb to Beckley for almost half a century. One of their latest projects is beautifying the welcome sign to Old Mill Village and the area that surrounds it. And it just so happens that the West Virginia Garden Club convention is […]
Groundbreaking held in Raleigh County for the upgraded Glen Morgan Treatment Plant
GLEN MORGAN, WV (WVNS) — The Shady Spring Public Service District is set to see some change. County officials broke ceremonial ground Monday, April 22, 2024, on the Glen Morgan Wastewater Treatment Plant. The plant will receive around $9.5 million in renovations. The project started four years ago, when Raleigh County Commission President David Tolliver […]
Bluefield and Beckley Area McDonald’s Adds Some Southern Flare to the McCrispy™ Sandwich
BLUEFIELD AND BECKLEY, W.Va. (WVDN) – A year-round McDonald’s fan favorite can be hard to beat; unless you are adding bold, creamy and spicy Cajun ranch sauce to the McCrispy™ sandwich. Starting April 22, the Bacon Cajun Ranch McCrispy™ will be available at participating Bluefield and Beckley area locations for a limited time. The Bacon Cajun Ranch McCrispy™ features southern-style fried chicken, Cajun ranch sauce, applewood smoked […] The post Bluefield and Beckley Area McDonald’s Adds Some Southern Flare to the McCrispy™ Sandwich appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebration to return to Stonewall Resort
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (Hinton News) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that West Virginia’s celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day will return to Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke on Saturday, September 21. “We are thrilled to announce that our National Hunting and Fishing Day celebration is returning to Stonewall Resort State Park this year,” said Brett McMillion, WVDNR Director. “This annual event is great for hunters and anglers and is designed to build the next generation of wildlife and conservation enthusiasts through the Outdoor Youth Challenge.” This annual celebration, which honors West Virginia’s hunting and fishing traditions...
Groundbreaking ceremony for Glen Morgan Treatment Plant upgrade
GLEN MORGAN, WV (WVNS) — There will ground breaking ceremony for the Raleigh County Glen Morgan Treatment Plant upgrade on Monday April 22, 2024. The ceremony will begin at noon. The location for this ceremony will be 380 C&O Shop Road, Glen Morgan, WV and is free to the public to attend. This will begin […]
Passover and what it means to the Mountain State
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — The first night of Passover is Monday, April 22, 2024 in the Mountain State, and it is a day for Jewish residents and families to come together to celebrate. This holiday, which has been commemorated for more than a millennium, focuses on the liberation of the Jewish slaves from Egypt. Dr. […]
One charged in Raleigh County shooting on Wednesday
LANARK, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One individual has been charged in connection to a shooting incident which occurred Wednesday morning in the Raleigh County area. According to Sheriff Canaday of the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, at just before 9:00AM on Wednesday; Deputies with the department responded to a shooting on Arbor Lane in Lanark. Arriving at […]
Lootpress Meet the Candidate Questionnaires sent to candidates
(LOOTPRESS) – Lootpress Meet the Candidate Questionnaires have been sent out to candidates running for municipal, county, and state offices. Questionnaires were sent via email to candidates within counties in the Oak Hill, Beckley, Bluefield DMA: Fayette, Greenbrier, McDowell, Mercer, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, and Wyoming. Judicial candidates have been excluded from the questionnaires due to the neutrality they must maintain. The […]
National Coal Heritage Area to Launch Junior Ranger Program on National Junior Ranger Day
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – In celebration of National Junior Ranger Day, the National Coal Heritage Area (NCHA) is thrilled to introduce their inaugural Coal Heritage Junior Ranger Program. The program aims to engage young participants in the rich history and cultural heritage of the coal mining regions in southern West Virginia. The official swearing-in ceremony […]
Raleigh County Commission announces Special Meeting session
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Commission has announced a Special Session meeting set to take place on Tuesday. The meeting, scheduled for 10:00am on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, will pertain almost exclusively to the lone agenda item listed under “New Business” on the recently announced meeting agenda, “Consideration of realignment of health insurance. […]
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