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Slab Fork couple can’t wait to move into new home
SLAB FORK, WV (WOAY) – It’s been a rough few years for a Slab Fork couple. But thanks to the Beckley Area Foundation, Southern Appalachian Labor School and Jimmy Treadway, the Packs hope to soon move into their new home. “We were doing great ’til we had nothing...
Fayette County levies pass overwhelmingly
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Multiple levies were on the ballot in Fayette County on Tuesday, with all passing overwhelmingly. Law enforcement, fire, and the library levies were all on the ballot. They were successful in all 40 of the county precincts. The following unofficial results from Tuesday night’s election may be viewed below. Results will […]
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 […]
Florida man sentenced for attempt to commit a felony in Fayette County
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A Florida man was sentenced to prison for attempt to commit a felony offense in Fayette County. 34-year-old Jarrelle A. Pierre, of Palm Beach, Florida, was sentenced on May 6, 2024, to one to three years in prison for attempt to commit a felony offense. Pierre pleaded guilty on March […]
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 […]
Chesapeake: Doubting politicians’ promises to lower costs for people with disabilities
Shawn Ramsey is a full-time caregiver for his mother, and the two struggle to get by on disability benefits. Chesapeake: Doubting politicians’ promises to lower costs for people with disabilities appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Temporary replacement for Kent Carper to be discussed during special commission meeting
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A special meeting has been scheduled to discuss, among other things, a temporary replacement for Kanawha County Commissioner Kent Carper. The move comes after Carper, who had served on the commission for decades, abruptly stepped down from the position last week. The meeting is...
I64E closures planned for Montrose Drive overpass repairs
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Drivers going east on I-64 in Kanawha County will need to prepare for lane closures for the next two nights. According to the West Virginia Department of Transportation, the closures are set to take place from 6 p.m. Monday, May 13, through 5 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, the WVDOT says […]
Marmet: A need for lowering prescription drug costs
Jack Miller is 65 and has diabetes. He'd like to see more focus on spending money to lower the cost of medications for seniors like him. Marmet: A need for lowering prescription drug costs appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
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 […]
New Goodwill location set to open in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Goodwill store on Appalachian Drive in Beckley is set to close on May 19, 2024, but the good news is that a larger Goodwill store opens June 6, 2024, in Beckley. The new store will be across from the Beckley Olive Garden restaurant. A peek inside the new location on […]
Meet your new Beckley Mayor and City Council members; several incumbents voted out
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Did the recent change regarding Beckley’s City Government cause incumbents to fail and new members to be elected? One could make that argument. Beckley residents went to the polls on Tuesday to decide who they wanted to represent them and the city. The newly elected mayor will be Ryan Neal. Former […]
Frank Priddy claims victory in race for Raleigh County Sheriff
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Primary Election was held on Tuesday, with the highly anticipated tallying of the final votes cast in Raleigh County providing long-awaited answers to the question of who would serve as sheriff for the upcoming term. Former Beckley PD investigator Frank Priddy was one of two candidates challenging incumbent Sheriff Jim […]
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