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Residents Along Contaminated Creek Just Want Clean Water
In Pineville, West Virginia, a town of 500, residents filled up the front rows of the county courtroom recently. They came to hear the latest legal update on a battle some have been fighting for generations – securing clean water. Bobby Lee Keen and his wife Patsy attended the hearing.
Meet the Candidate: Robin Hall for Wyoming County Board of Education
Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your experiences/accomplishments. I am a retired teacher and administrator. I am a graduate of Baileysville High School and Marshall University. I also hold a Master’s Degree in Communication from West Virginia University and a Master’s Degree in Leadership Studies from Marshall University. I have additional […]
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 […]
Tractor trailer accident closes I-77 southbound in Mercer County
UPDATE: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 @ 6:30 pm | PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — I-77 is completely shut down in the southbound direction near mile marker 7.5 due to an earlier tractor trailer rollover. Traffic is currently being detoured through either Exit 14 (Athens) or Exit 9 (Princeton). All drivers should avoid taking I-77 for the […]
Raleigh County Commission approves reimbursement for sheriff’s office
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of the Raleigh County Commission came together last week for the Regular Session meeting of the commission at which multiple budget revisions were presented for discussion. Among the revisions in question was an adjustment presented for consideration by the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office which would see a $20,000-plus increase in […]
“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...
Crumbl Cookies to officially open in Beckley next week
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The day that Crumbl lovers have been waiting for is almost here as Crumbl Cookies will officially open their new Beckley location next Friday. According to Crumbl Cookies, they will host their grand opening event on Friday, May 3, 2024. The new store will be located at 123, Beckley Crossing Shopping […]
DUI Checkpoint in Beckley scheduled for April 26
Beckley, WV (WOAY)—The West Virginia State Police will hold a sobriety checkpoint in Raleigh County on Friday, April 26. The checkpoint will be located at the intersection of Route 19 and Johnstown Road in Beckley. The goal of the checkpoint is to prevent impaired driving and teach the public...
Beckley City Council approves hiring of recruitment agency for City Manager candidates
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A new development has emerged in the ongoing search for City Manager by members of Beckley City Council, as an out-of-state agency has been recruited to assist in the process. Members of council convened on Tuesday evening to discuss a number of issues, not the least significant of which entailed plans […]
Spartans Tame Tigers on Senior Night
FAIRLEA- Much like the Lady Spartans the night before, the Greenbrier East baseball team took care of business and got a big 11-2 senior night victory over the Shady Spring Tigers on Wednesday night, April 24. Before the game, seniors Peyton DeHaven, Rylee Wilson, Gavin Bennett, Gabe Patton, and Logan Hudson were all honored with […] The post Spartans Tame Tigers on Senior Night appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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 […]
Make It Shine Raleigh County; Litter sweep along Rt. 19 clears 600lbs of trash
GLEN MORGAN, WV (WVNS) — A scenic drive in West Virginia comes with small towns, local shops, and amazing views. Sadly, it also comes with garbage and litter. Two Raleigh County organizations swept some of that away in a litter sweep event, however. Piney Creek Watershed Association in Raleigh County is a non-profit charged with […]
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 […]
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