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Lawsuit alleges elected official drew KKK figures on Raleigh County judge’s docket printout and harassed a pregnant worker
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — In a lawsuit filed recently in Raleigh County Circuit, six workers alleged that from at least October of 2023 until February of 2024 they were subjected to harassment as they worked in the Raleigh County Circuit Court Clerk’s office in Beckley. Robert McComas, a republican, was elected as Raleigh County Circuit […]
Anti-Rabies Clinics to be held in Raleigh County
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — Anti-Rabies Clinics will be held throughout Raleigh County during the first week of June 2024. From June 1, 2024 through June 8, 2024, anti-rabies clinics for dogs and cats will take place at various locations in Raleigh County. Various vaccines, given by a veterinarian assistant, as well as tags will […]
West Virginia Turnpike Travel Plaza nearing completion
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – A lot of work is being done to finish upgrades on the Beckley Travel Plaza. This plaza will house a Starbucks, a convenience store that is open 24/7, and Popeyes Chicken. Governor Justice stopped by Tamarack in Beckley to speak about this project and much more on Thursday, May 30th. The […]
Beckley City Manager Committee meeting cancelled yet again
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Thursday’s scheduled weekly meeting of the Beckley City Manager Committee has been cancelled for a third straight week, marking the ninth such instance in a recurring series of cancellations. Last week’s meeting was similarly scrapped just prior to the scheduled beginning of the session. The most recent cancellation was disclosed by […]
Mt. Hope annexation to be discussed at upcoming Raleigh County Commission meeting
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Commission will meet next week for its first session for the month of June. The upcoming session, set to take place at 10:00am on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, will see consideration of “new business” agenda items including the swearing in of a new Deputy with the Raleigh County […]
Mercer County Community Baby Shower helps new and expecting mothers
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – The Mercer County Community Baby Shower is no ordinary baby shower. Not only was there more than one mother being celebrated at the event, there were also lots of different organizations there offering new and expecting mothers different resources they might need as they navigate parenthood. Starting Points Program Manager, Tonya […]
Gov. Justice appoints Ryan Flanigan as Circuit Judge of the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court serving Mercer County
CHARLESTON W.Va. (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that he has appointed Ryan Flanigan to the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court serving Mercer County. He fills the seat vacated by Judge Derek Swope’s retirement. Flanigan received his B.A. and M.A. in Political Science at Marshall University. Flanigan graduated from West Virginia University College of Law in 2002 and […] The post Gov. Justice appoints Ryan Flanigan as Circuit Judge of the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court serving Mercer County appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Three Rivers Avian Center to host Public Tour Day on June 1
Hinton, WV (WOAY)—Three Rivers Avian Center is hosting a public tour day on Saturday, June 1, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The free event allows visitors to meet with the center’s raptor ambassadors, featuring hawks, owls, falcons, a vulture, and a bald eagle. Three Rivers will host interactive...
Crescent Elementary rings in the start of summer with fun-filled field day
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The school year is officially coming to a close in Raleigh County, which can mean only one thing: end of the year field days. At Crescent Elementary School, students, as well as staff, work hard and play hard. Throughout the school year, the PTO and school raises funds for their big […]
Summers County ARH Hospital to host Paint Date Night
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Summers County ARH Hospital’s Senior Care program is organizing a Paint Date Night fundraiser on Friday, May 31 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the hospital cafeteria. The proceeds from this event will go towards helping the Summers County Council on Aging in purchasing a food truck for its Meals […]
Beckley City Council votes to accept Primary Election results
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of the City of Beckley’s Common Council met on Tuesday where results of the recent Primary Election were an item of discussion. The agenda item followed an extensive list of preceding topics, and pertained to admitting the results of the May 14, 2024, Primary Election to the city record. ”This […]
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