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Mobile FEMA disaster recovery centers to open in Boone, Fayette counties
FAYETTE COUNTY, BOONE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced plans to open disaster recovery centers in Fayette County and Boone counties to assist residents affected by severe weather that occurred in early April. The Fayette County center will open at the Memorial Building -...
Fayette County Humane Society announces Code Red status
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The Fayette County Humane Society announced Code Red status on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. According to a post on the Fayette County Humane Society’s Facebook Page, there are almost 100 dogs at the shelter as of Wednesday, June 12, 2024, and the shelter is only meant to hold 65 dogs. […]
Gladwell to become assistant principal at Midland Trail High School
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – On Tuesday evening, the Fayette County Board of Education approved Mark Gladwell as the next assistant principal at Midland Trail High School. Gladwell will transfer from Meadow Bridge Elementary (PK-6) where he is currently principal to Midland Trail High School (6-12) to take an assistant principal position effective July 1, 2024. […]
WV State Police release statement on malicious wounding investigation
KANAWHA COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – The West Virginia State Police have released a statement regarding a malicious wounding investigation Investigation in Kanawha County. The statement is as follows: “On Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at approximately 8:08 pm, Trooper. L.A. Wriston, and Trooper. N.J. Adams responded to RJ’s Recycling at 7090 East Dupont Avenue near the […] The post WV State Police release statement on malicious wounding investigation appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Boone County ambulance overturns in multiple-vehicle crash along Route 119
DANVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — An ambulance involved in a three-vehicle crash overturned in Boone County Monday afternoon. The wreck occurred about 12:40 p.m. at the intersection of Route 119 and Route 3 in Danville after a car ran a red light and struck the ambulance, according to emergency dispatchers.
City of Oak Hill accepting letters of interest for building commission
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Oak Hill is accepting letters of interest for a vacancy on the building commission. According to the city, letters of interest will be accepted until Friday, July 5, 4:30 p.m. Letters of interest may be emailed to djohnson@oakhillwv.gov or dropped off for the City Manager at 100 […]
Man pleads guilty to drug crime
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) — A man pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 5 grams or more of methamphetamine and a quantity of fentanyl. According to court documents, on September 7, 2022, police performed a traffic stop in Oak Hill for a car in which Keith Deshon Adams, 39, of Statesville, North Carolina, […]
Woman cited after loaded gun found in luggage at West Virginia airport
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Beckley woman was stopped with a loaded firearm at West Virginia International Yeager Airport over the weekend, transportation officials said. The purple 9mm, which was found by Transportation Security Administration officials during the screening process, was loaded with six bullets, according to a news release from the TSA.
72-year-old West Virginia man in custody after allegedly critically injuring man
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. — A West Virginia man suffered life-threatening injuries after officials say he was attacked at a Kanawha County business by a 72-year-old man. According to the West Virginia State Police, on June 5 at approximately 8:08 pm, troopers were dispatched to RJ’s Recycling on East Dupont Avenue after receiving an assault complaint. […]
Fayette County Schools approves purchase of new computers for sixth and ninth-grade students
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayette County Board of Education (FCBOE) on Tuesday evening approved the purchase of new computers for sixth and ninth-grade students. The FCBOE approved the purchase of computers for sixth-grade students with a cost in excess of $50,000. Federal programs and a Title I grant will fund the purchase of the […]
Children shouldn’t have to die for West Virginia lawmakers to take action
Last week, Gov. Jim Justice’s administration gave an update on a horrible case out of Boone County where a 14-year-old girl died after several state agencies failed her. Justice said during an earlier press briefing that Child Protective Services had “no idea” about the child, who was found in a skeletal state. Then he walked […] The post Children shouldn’t have to die for West Virginia lawmakers to take action appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Kids to experience outdoor adventure at Oak Hill Naturalist Program
OAK HILL, WV (WOAY) – The city of Oak Hill is hosting a Kid’s Naturalist Program on Saturday, June 22 at Needleseye Park. With the park’s breathtaking beauty as a backdrop, kids will experience outdoor adventure like no other. “We wanna promote kids to come out and...
Speed limit lowered on Highlawn Avenue in Oak Hill, new stop sign to be added
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Following complaints from residents, the Oak Hill City Council voted on Monday to lower the speed limit on Highlawn Avenue and add a stop sign. Councilman Chris Gill explained to fellow council members that he had received multiple complaints from residents of Highlawn Avenue regarding speeding drivers. The city street […]
EXCLUSIVE: Tuesday Sunset Photos; Heat Wave Ahead
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): After a captivating sunset captured by our viewers Sunday evening, a dry stretch and warming trend is in store for midweek. Enjoy these photos from you, our wonderful viewers:. Expect temperatures to warm into the mid-80s by Thursday and then Friday. A cold front will push...
Clear Fork Rail Trail ribbon cutting set for next week
WHITEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Raleigh County Parks and Recreation has announced a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the first phase of the Clear Fork Rail Trail’s opening. Construction has been completed on the first 4.87 miles of the multi-use, non-motorized trail – the first of two phases which will result in the establishment of a 14.6-mile […]
C&O Historical Society teams up with Zippo for vintage-inspired high-tech lighter
CLIFTON FORGE, VA (LOOTPRESS) – The Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society (C&OHS) has partnered with the renowned Zippo Manufacturing Company to create a modern, high-tech product that pays homage to the C&O Railway’s rich history. This Virginia-based non-profit organization has released a custom-produced lighter, combining Zippo’s state-of-the-art technology with vintage graphics from the C&O Historical […]
FEMA advises West Virginia residents to read eligibility letters carefully
WEST VIRGINIA (WTRF) — If you live in Boone, Cabell, Fayette, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marshall, Nicholas, Ohio, Putnam, Wayne and Wetzel counties and were impacted by the early April 2024 storms, tornadoes and floods, officials say to read your FEMA eligibility decision letter carefully. If you have questions, visit a Disaster Recovery Center so they can […]
Seasonable Early Week, Then Major Late Week Pattern Flip
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): A pleasant early week will be replaced by a sprawling heat ridge that promises dangerous heat late this weekend. RAIN: A thunderstorm is possible late Friday afternoon, best chance north of I-64, Friday evening, otherwise, a dry pattern is expected. Water the garden early in the morning prior to 9 a.m. and/or after 6 p.m. to effectively conserve water the best!
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