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Father of 10-year-old murdered in Raleigh County reacts to remains found, suspect dead
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – After decades of searching and not giving up hope, a family finally has answers after the remains of a mother and daughter were found on Monday in Raleigh County. Law enforcement said a “death bed confession” is what led them to the discovery all these years later. Just hours before […]
“I never gave up hope we’d find her and bring her home”
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Ricky Lafferty said he never gave up hope that his missing daughter would be found. But he admitted, as he stood before reporters Tuesday, there were dark and lonely times since August of 2000 when he last saw his 10-year old daughter Alex Carter. “That...
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 […]
DUI Checkpoint to be held in Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A DUI Checkpoint will be held by the West Virginia State Police in the Beckley area of Raleigh County. The checkpoint will be from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. along U.S. Route 19 about 0.1 mile south of the West Virginia Route 41 (Johnstown Road) intersection on Friday, April 26, 2024. […]
Grand Opening date announced for Crumbl Cookies in Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A grand opening date was announced for Crumbl Cookies in Raleigh County. The Crumbl Cookies location in the Beckley area of Raleigh County will have a grand opening on Friday, May 3, 2024. The store is located at 123 Beckley Crossing Shopping Center in Beckley, and there will also be a […]
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 […]
Both I-77 northbound lanes reopen after being closed due to a tractor trailer fire
UPDATE: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 @ 9:05 pm | SHADY SPRING, WV (WVNS) — As of just after 9:00 P.M., dispatchers confirmed both lanes were reopen to traffic. No injuries were reported due to the fire. Stick with 59News for more traffic updates. UPDATE: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 @...
Fayette Plateau Ministerial Association hosting monthly food pantry on April 24
Oak Hill, WV (WOAY)- The Fayette Plateau Ministerial Association is hosting a food pantry in Fayette County on Wednesday, April 24. The pantry will take place at the Lewis Christian Community Center at 469 Central Avenue in Oak Hill, starting at 9:30 am and ending at 10:30 am. The association...
Quick Action by Austin and Oak Hill Fire Departments Extinguishes Southwest Austin Blaze
An early morning fire in southwest Austin was extinguished thanks to the rapid response of local firefighters. The blaze, which broke out in the 8500 block of Elmont Springs Circle, was reported to have been swiftly brought under control by the combined efforts of the Austin Fire Department and Oak Hill Fire Department, as per CBS Austin.
Raleigh County tire collection scheduled for May 1 in Beckley
Beckley, WV (WOAY)- The Department of Environmental Protection and Rehabilitation Environmental Action Plan (REAP) will host a tire collection in Raleigh County on May 1. The event will occur at the Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center’s upper gravel lot from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Only tires from state...
Mount Hope commercial building badly damaged in early morning fire
MOUNT HOPE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One of Mount Hope’s commercial buildings was badly damaged in a fire early Monday morning. According to the Mount Hope Fire Department (MHFD), early this morning they were alerted to a vacant commercial building fire at 609 Main Street Mount Hope. An engine and ladder arrived on the scene reporting […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Man charged with attempted murder after shooting in Raleigh County
LANARK, WV (WVNS) — A man was charged with attempted murder after a shooting in Raleigh County on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Myles Williams was charged with one count of Attempted Murder, two counts of Wanton Endangerment, one count of Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and a Felony Capias. According to the Raleigh County […]
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