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Forgotten Fayette County home used in filming of popular movieLootpress6 hours ago
Wyoming County Man and Raleigh County Woman Sentenced for Evading Financial Reporting RequirementsLootpress7 hours ago
Two Teens Missing from Greenbrier CountyThe West Virginia Daily News9 hours ago
Structure fire on Harper RoadWVNS1 day ago
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Forgotten Fayette County home used in filming of popular movie
THURMOND, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Located in the heart of the New River Gorge sits a forgotten home that was once used in the filming of a popular movie. Matewan, a 1987 American drama film directed by John Sayles, tells the story of a violent coal miners’ strike in the small town of Matewan, West Virginia, […]
Wyoming County Man and Raleigh County Woman Sentenced for Evading Financial Reporting Requirements
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS)– Today, Merrick Rice, 44, of Mullens, was sentenced to one year and three months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, and Miranda Aliff, 32, of Rock Creek, was sentenced to five years of federal probation. Each pleaded guilty to structuring transactions with one or more domestic financial […]
Sunset Memorial Park vandalism is under investigation
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — When staff of Sunset Memorial Park came to work Friday morning, the cemetery’s general manager tells us they were met with heartbreaking news for local families. Grave sites had been desecrated with markers knocked over, windows inside the mausoleum smashed and fire extinguishers damaged. The vandalism to grave sites sparked outrage […]
Structure fire on Harper Road
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS)– A building on Harper Rd in Beckley caught fire on Sunday night, October 20, 2024. Raleigh County Emergency Services said they are aware of the fire and are sending out Fire Departments and Emergency vehicles to the scene. They also urge caution when traveling and to be aware of any emergency vehicles […]
Cursed Mine with Theatre West Virginia opens October 23 at Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Get ready for a spooktacular time of year. The Exhibition Coal Mine in Beckley partnered with Theatre West Virginia in 2024 to bring The Cursed Coal Mine to Beckley. The event at The Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia is a production by Theatre West Virginia. A spokesperson for Theatre West […]
Luke Osborne scores big during Shady Spring Middle 8th Grade Night matchup
SHADY SPRING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Shady Spring Middle School Tigers earned a decisive victory against Glenwood Middle at Shady’s 8th Grade Night event, which saw starting Left Tackle, Luke Osborne take the ball into the endzone as part of a thrilling play by the Tigers. Shady Spring Middle School Athletics members, including coaches, football […]
A Peek into Summers County’s Past: Ashby Berkley
SUMMERS COUNTY W.Va. (Hinton News) - This week's piece is a little different in that it is not about a specific piece in my vast collection of Summers County memorabilia. But rather a person who I owe so much to making me the person that I am today. O. Ashby Berkley or “Totter” as many people of his generation referred to him, passed away Saturday, Oct. 12, at age 83. Even though he was my elder we were close and I always referred to him as “Ashby.” My mother was a chef for Ashby at Pence Springs Hotel in Pence Springs, Wes...
The Ministry Place holding Helping Hands Fall Mini Mart
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - The Ministry Place at 225 Temple Street in Hinton is holding its Helping Hands Fall Mini Mart. The Mini Mart is held inside the church Monday through Friday, Oct. 21 through Oct. 25. The hours of operation are Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Friday 10 a.m. through 12 p.m. Organizers said, "We have good stuff free, jackets, clothes, shoes, as well as nonperishable food. Come check us out." Have questions? Call 304-466-466-8200. The post The Ministry Place holding Helping Hands Fall Mini Mart appeared first on The Hinton News.
Maryland Skydiver tries out BASE Jumping for the first time at Bridge Day
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – Visitors from across the nation gathered in Fayetteville for the 45th annual celebration of Bridge Day. Nathan Willis is a BASE Jumper from Maryland. However, this was his first time ever BASE Jumping, let alone being at Bridge Day. “I definitely have had some experience with skydiving, so it was a […]
Jumping Branch Elementary held its first monthly awards for the year
JUMPING BRANCH W.Va. (WVDN) - Jumping Branch Elementary held its first monthly awards for the year on Oct. 9. Students receiving awards for September are pictured below. Heart of the Tiger Award: Kindergarten- Mason Bolling 1st grade- Waylon Presley 2nd grade- Aidan Cooper-Bennett 3rd grade- Scarlet Yopp 4th/5th grade- Ainsley Cyrus Tiger Mathematician: Kindergarten- Easton Dunn 1st grade- Elijah Sampson (not pictured) 2nd grade- Avery Crook 3rd grade- Michael Gwinn 4th/5th grade- Chase Lucas (not pictured) Tiger Reader: Kindergarten- Riley Yost 1st grade- Skylar Bosold 2nd grade- Luna Ayers 3rd grade- Makinslee Wright (not pictured) 4th/5th grade- Hadley Dunn The post Jumping Branch Elementary held its first monthly awards for the year appeared first on The Hinton News.
Sign up for Thanksgiving Meals in Summers County
SUMMERS COUNTY W.Va. (Hinton News) - Free hot Thanksgiving meals with turkey and all the fixings will again be available to Summers County residents. Those who place orders will have meals delivered on Thanksgiving Day. This is a project that outgrew its start by the Episcopal Church and is now coordinated by the Lewis Community Center in Oak Hill along with many churches, businesses and individuals. This will be the 22nd annual meal preparation and they will be putting together 3000 dinners to celebrate Thanksgiving. To receive a meal, you need to call and place an order. Please order ASAP as the number of meals is limited. The numbers to call are 304-660-7073 or 304-466-4490. To leave a message, organizers need your name, complete address, phone and number of dinners needed. Also, leave any special directions to your home. A happy Thanksgiving to all! The post Sign up for Thanksgiving Meals in Summers County appeared first on The Hinton News.
Princeton Veterans Day Parade Set For November 11
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Princeton is pleased to announce the Princeton 2024 Veterans Day Parade will take place on Monday, November 11, at 11:00 a.m. The parade will start on the lower end of Mercer Street and will conclude at the Mercer County Courthouse. Participants will line up at 10:00 a.m. in […]
Hospice of Southern WV to host Memorial Services to honor loved ones
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Hospice of Southern West Virginia (HSWV) released a statement announcing the dates for their annual Memorial Services. According to a press release, the Memorial Services serve to honor the memory of loved ones that passed in the last year. The services enable families and friends to remember their loved ones within […]
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