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Helton talks State Senate District 9 primary win
Brian Helton won the primary election for the ninth senatorial district representing Raleigh and Wyoming counties. He is pro-life, pro-faith, pro-family, and will remain committed to upholding those values in Charleston. “I’m excited to get there and serve,” Helton said. “And the reason I decided to run for office is...
Gear Up SWV extends application deadline for Camp Stem to May 19
Beckley, WV (WOAY)- Calling all 7th and 8th graders from Mercer, Monroe, Summers, Raleigh, and Wyoming counties. Gear Up Southern West Virginia still has spots left for their partnership with WVU Tech for their upcoming camp, and the registration deadline has been extended. Camp STEM is an immersive premier camp...
Weather Update: Heavy Bursts of Rain Will Trigger Spotty Flooding
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Spokes of energy will rotate around low pressure and bring gully washers to the region. TODAY: Heavy rain with slow-moving showers will promote poor drainage flooding in the afternoon and evening. MODERATE FLOOD RISK: POOR DRAINAGE SPOTS AND SMALL STREAMS AT RISK. THURSDAY: Dry weather is...
Town of Sophia 2024 Spring Cleanup Schedule
SOPHIA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Town of Sophia has released the schedule for its 2024 Spring Cleanup. The Public Works Department is scheduled to collect for Spring Cleanup beginning Monday, May 13, 2024 and continuing through Friday, May 17, 2024. Residents are not to put items out any earlier than 5 days prior scheduled pickup. […]
19th Annual Friends of charity Cruise-In kicks off Saturday
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The unofficial start of summer kicks off with the 19th Annual Friends of Charity Cruise-In this Saturday, May 18, at 9 a.m. at Marquee Cinemas. Immediately following the event will be the first Southern West Virginia Scavenger Hunt. Automobile enthusiasts, showcasing everything from pre-1920s to today, will line up their hot […]
Jess McMullen wins Republican nomination for Fayette County Sheriff
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Jess McMullen has defeated opponent Chuck Miller for the Republican nomination for Fayette County Sheriff. McMullen has no Democratic opponent in November. McMullen will succeed current Fayette County Sheriff Mike Fridley who is prohibited from running again due to term limits after serving two consecutive terms. McMullen defeated Chuck Miller of […]
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.
I’m Home: Featured Shelter Pets find forever homes with the Pet of the Week Forecast
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Our StormTracker 59 Team has been featuring a shelter pet every weekday at 5am, 6am, and noon. We’ve partnered with the Greenbrier Humane Society and the Raleigh County Humane Society to bring viewers a pet in need of a loving home. From long term residents, misunderstood pets, and the cutest of […]
Beckley Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Gun Crime
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Jalen O. Thomas, 26, of Beckley, pleaded guilty today to being a felon in possession of a firearm. According to court documents and statements made in court, on November 27, 2023, law enforcement officers executed a search warrant at a Beckley residence where Thomas was staying. During the search, officers seized […]
Former correctional officer sentenced to prison for contraband crime
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A man was sentenced to one year and six months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, for providing contraband to an inmate of a federal prison. According to court documents, Cody Adam Bays, 32, of Beaver was a correctional officer at Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Beckley. Between […]
Friends of Charity Cruise-In and Scavenger Hunt returning to Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Summer is kicking off early with the 19th Annual Friends of Charity Cruise-In on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Automobile enthusiasts will line up their rides for everyone’s enjoyment at the Cruise-In at 9 a.m. at Marquee Cinemas. The event will be immediately be followed by the first Southern West Virginia Scavenger […]
Fraternal Order of Police holds annual Memorial Service in Fayette County
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — The Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P.) Lodge #118 held its annual Police Memorial Service. The service was on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. in front of the Fayette County Courthouse. 241 names of police officers were read aloud to keep their legacy alive. 59News Reporter Michael Hare traveled to […]
Fayette County candidates voice their opinions on the 2024 Primary Elections
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – It was a competitive race in Fayette County where several seats were up for grabs on the ballot. This included County Commission, Assessor, and even two spots open for the Board of Education. This also included the race for Sheriff. 59News had the chance to catch up with several candidates in […]
The Friends of the Summers County Public Library announce winners of Mother’s Day baskets
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - The Friends of the Library would like to officially announce the winners of the raffle for Mother’s Day baskets. The money raised from the raffles will buy equipment for displays (like for the art show) in the library. Basket #1 – Quilt & Pillow – Margie Woodrum; Basket #2 – Spa Basket – Judy Orphey; Basket #3 - Gardening Basket with Plan – Ron Lilly; Basket #4 – Phyllis Whitley Book Basket – Phyllis Parker; Basket #5 – Chocolate and Roses – Regina Gwinn; Basket #6 – Movie & Popcorn Basket – Maura Lindbergh; Basket #7 – Ice Cream Cooler full of Treats – Sherry Gwinn; Basket #8 – Reading Center Basket – Phillip Groves; Basket #9 – Girl Scout Cookie Basket – Judy Hangar; Basket #10 – Flower Basket and Tote – Cathy Keppler. The post The Friends of the Summers County Public Library announce winners of Mother’s Day baskets appeared first on The Hinton News.
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 […]
Joshua Crist elected to Fayette County Board of Education
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayette County Board of Education will soon have a new member following Tuesday night’s election of Joshua Crist. Board of education races in West Virginia are nonpartisan and were decided in the Primary Election Tuesday. Along with Crist, current board member Cindy Whitlock won reelection. Myra Taylor, who was also […]
Greene County Planning Commission Approves RV Park Site Plan in Camp Creek
The Greene County Regional Planning Commission in Tennessee unanimously approved the site plan for the 40-site Presidential View RV Ranch on Woolsey College Road in Camp Creek despite community opposition. Residents have voiced concerns over the potential increase in traffic on the narrow Woolsey College Road and the impact of...
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