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Wyoming County school bus involved in accident Friday morning

WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wyoming County school bus was involved in an accident Friday morning, November 6, 2026, according to the Wyoming County Board of Education. School officials reported that Bus 211, driven by Serena and associated with Westside High School, was involved in an accident. According to the school system, the bus […]

Wyoming County, WV · 10h

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Manufacturing expansion in Wyoming County to create new jobs, new facility

PINEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A manufacturing expansion in Wyoming County is expected to create 25 new full-time jobs and bring a new 15,000-square-foot facility to the John D. Rockefeller Industrial Park in Pineville. Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Wednesday that the West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council will provide assistance to support the expansion of […]

Wyoming County, WV · 2d

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Ohio man pleads guilty to drug crime in West Virginia

COAL CITY, WV (WVNS) — A man from Ohio pleaded guilty to a drug crime involving fentanyl in West Virginia. According to a press release, on Monday, November 2, 2026, 22-year-old Quincy Higgins, of Akron, Ohio, pleaded guilty to distribution of fentanyl. The press release stated that according to statements made in court, Higgins reportedly […]

Akron, OH · 2d

Mingo Messenger

Marcum easily outdistances Sexton; Brown retains his commission seat

When the 2027 West Virginia Legislature convenes in February, the first newly elected delegate representing the 34th Delegate District — a district that encompasses two-thirds of Mingo County and part of McDowell County — will be assuming that office since Mark Dean in 2016. Dean, who in total...

Mingo County, WV · 5h

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Wyoming County Courthouse News: Oct. 30–Nov. 5, 2026

Adam Toler Memorial Funeral Home Inc. → Angelia Armstrong Brown. 3.93 acres on the waters of Clear Fork of the Guyandotte River, Oceana. Don Adkins and Teresa Adkins → Anthony J. Foltz and Lanie M. Craig. 1.57 acres south of County Route 5, on Marsh Fork of Cabin...

Wyoming County, WV · 12h

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Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office investigating theft of four minibikes from Rural King

MOUNT HOPE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of four minibikes from a business in Mount Hope. According to the Sheriff’s Office, four black Viper minibikes were stolen from Rural King, located at 100 Crossroads Mall, during the early morning hours of October 29, 2026. Investigators are actively working […]

Raleigh County, WV · 8h

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Two Charged Following Raleigh County Larceny Investigation

BECKLEY, W.Va. — Two men are facing felony charges after Raleigh County deputies recovered stolen property during a recent investigation. According to the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a larceny complaint in the Beckley area and determined that HVAC unit radiators and copper material with an estimated value of about one thousand dollars had been stolen.

Raleigh County, WV · 1d

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Community reacts to Daniels IGA closing

DANIELS, WV (WVNS) — After twenty years in business, the Daniels Cornerstone IGA is closing its doors. That is according to a recent Facebook post by the store. It is one of the closest grocery stores for the people who live in Daniels, Cool Ridge, Shady Spring and other communities and the impact is already […]

Daniels, WV · 1d

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Del. Green hopes to move McDowell County forward following General Election win

WELCH, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia House of Delegates representative David Green secured a win in the 2026 General Election and hopes to keep this momentum going in service of the citizens of McDowell County. Green, a Republican, was elected in 2024 as a representative for the 36th District. He received the votes needed in […]

Mcdowell County, WV · 1d

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W.Va. Soccer State Championships

BECKLEY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The WSAZ Sports crew is in Beckley for the West Virginia Boys and Girls State Soccer Championships. Watch to see interviews with coaches and players.

Beckley, WV · 1d

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Approved amendments to the Virginia Constitution are facing legal challenges

Tuesday night voters approved an amendment to the Virginia Construction that enshrines the right to abortion, contraception, and fertility care. However, the yes vote is already facing several lawsuits seeking to prevent the certification of the changes. That includes a hearing in Tazewell County next Tuesday. Han Jones, Campaign Manager...

Virginia · 1d

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BSU Football Announces Free Admission to Season’s Final Home Game

BLUEFIELD, W.Va. – Bluefield State University Athletics is excited to announce that admission will be free for the Big Blue football team’s final home game of the season this Saturday, November 7, thanks to the generosity and support of Brandon Disney State Farm Insurance. The Big Blue will...

Bluefield, WV · 11h

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Mercer and Bland County students meet local legend Homer Hickam

Bluefield, WV (WOAY) Kids from Mercer and Bland County public schools had the opportunity to be inspired on Thursday. At the historic Granada Theater in Bluefield, they watched the movie October Sky and then got to meet the area’s local legend, the one who wrote the book that the movie is based on, Homer Hickam.

Bland County, VA · 20h

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Changes will be coming to Medicaid at the start of 2027

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) - As part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, some changes may be coming to eligibility requirements for Medicaid. The change will require recipients ages 19-64 to show at least 80 hours of community engagement each month. These engagements can be things like working, studying in...

Beckley, WV · 1d

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Raleigh County sees strong Republican showing in General Election

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Republican representatives enjoyed a surge of support out of Raleigh County. The General Election saw voters leaning heavily into the red at the ballot box. Many observers were focused on the Raleigh County legislative races. Multiple seats with the West Virginia House of Delegates were up for grabs along with the […]

Raleigh County, WV · 1d

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Morrisey announces water filtration initiative for households in Mingo, McDowell Counties

WELCH, W.Va. (WOWK) — Water filtration systems will soon be available to households in Mingo and McDowell Counties that rely on private wells and springs. Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the $3.2 million initiative in Welch Thursday, which combines state and federal funding. “Clean, dependable drinking water is a basic necessity, and our families have gone […]

Mcdowell County, WV · 2d

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Popular discount retailer Roses to close Princeton location after decades in business

PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – After more than four decades of serving the Princeton community, popular discount retailer Roses is preparing to close its doors for good. According to store employees, workers were notified this week that the Roses location on Stafford Drive will permanently close on December 19, 2026. The store has been a longtime […]

Princeton, WV · 1d

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2026 WV State Soccer Tournament Semi-Finals

Raleigh County, WV (WOAY)- The state soccer tournament is here and four teams from southern West Virginia are vying for a spot in the championship!. James Monroe faced off against the Wheeling Central Maroon Knights in the Class A/AA Girls semi finals, ultimately the Mavericks season ended from a 6-0 loss.

Raleigh County, WV · 19h

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Shady and James Monroe fall in rainy semi-finals at WVSSAC State Soccer Tournament

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – James Monroe and Shady Spring are out of the WVSSAC State Soccer Championships after valiant efforts in the semi-finals. In AA-A, James Monroe improved on their 10-0 loss to Wheeling Central in 2025. The Lady Mavericks’ defense and goalkeeper held firm for quite some time, before allowing their first goal of […]

Shady Spring, WV · 1d

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