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One charged with murder after 70-year-old woman was found dead
Correction: Both the suspect and the victim were female. MCDOWELL COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman has been charged with murder after a 70-year-old woman was found dead. On May 13, 2024, at around 6 pm, the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a deceased person in the Big Sandy area of McDowell […]
Bradshaw to Host Second Mud Event
MCDOWELL COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – What started in 2023 at “Hometown Trail Days” is now “Mountain Mud”, an event guaranteed to entertain McDowell County residents, friends, and visitors beginning on Friday, May 17th, in Bradshaw, WV. Mountain Mud’s events will include: ATV/SXS/Dirt Bike grudge matches & drag races ATV/SXS Mud Obstacle Course Human Mud Obstacle […]
After more than 30 years, Miss Amy's child care in Abingdon to close by the end of May
ABINGDON, Va. (WCYB) — After being open for more than 30 years Miss Amy's child care facility in Abingdon will soon close its doors permanently. Since the pandemic we've had a really hard time hiring and keeping staff and this year we were so low on staff that we were at half capacity, said Bowie.
Missing Washington County, Virginia teen found safe
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. — UPDATE: The Washington County, Virginia Sheriff's Office reports Madison Stanley has been found safe. The Washington County, Virginia Sheriff's Office needs your help to locate a missing juvenile. According to authorities 14-year-old Madison Stanley was last seen by a family member on the evening of...
VCEDA closes $50k grant for Buchanan County amphitheater project
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority (VCEDA) closed an up to $50,000 grant for an amphitheater in Buchanan County. The grant will go towards the construction of the Southern Gap Amphitheater in Buchanan County. “Adding to and improving the tourism assets already in Southwest Virginia is what the VCEDA Tourism Capital […]
Lebanon baker thankful for new 'Cake Pop' bill in Virginia
LEBANON, Va. — Lebanon, Virginia resident Hannah Bailey has a passion for baking. "I grew up baking with my grandmother and I’ve always loved it, so when I got married last year, I decided I wanted to start baking more," said Bailey. She is a full-time teacher, but...
Russell County Hospital relocates, improves access to cancer center
RUSSELL COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – Ballad Health celebrated the renovation of its cancer care department at Russell County Hospital Friday. Hospital administrators cut the ribbon on the cancer care center after it was relocated and received improvements. According to Ballad Health, the relocation and renovation of the center will improve access and comfort for oncology […]
Teacher pay raises imminent following Russell Co. school closures
RUSSELL COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – The Russell County Board of Education approved the closure of Swords Creek Elementary and Copper Creek Elementary schools on Tuesday. The schools will close at the end of this school year. Division Superintendent Kimberly Hooker said it was tough to reach the decision, and all options were discussed in order […]
18 arrested on drug charges in Buchanan County
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – Eighteen people were arrested after a Buchanan County operation to combat drug distribution. A news release from Buchanan County Commonwealth’s Attorney Nikki Stiltner states the operation was a joint effort involving Stiltner’s office, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies. In total, 18 people were arrested out […]
16-year-old self-taught baker opens her own bakery: ‘I knew what I could do’
RICHLANDS, Va. (WVVA/Gray News) – A 16-year-old from Richlands, Virginia, is learning to balance school, a social life and owning her own bakery. Olivia Rife may seem like your average teen, but at just 16 years old she’s already well known in her community for her bakery called Liv-Y-Licious.
Planned road closure in Tazewell Virginia for local prom
TAZEWELL, VA (WVNS) — A road in Tazewell County will be closed to traffic for most of the day on Saturday, May 11, 2024. According to a post on the Town of Tazewell’s Facebook page, Main Street in Tazewell, Virginia will be closed from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024 for […]
Two men arrested in Tazewell County due to violation of probation
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) — Two men were arrested after search warrants were executed in the Bluefield area of Tazewell County. According to the Bluefield, Virginia Police Department, at around 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, officers with the police department helped Tazewell County deputies find Scott Johnson, who was wanted out of Tazewell County. […]
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