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Turnpike drivers to notice new tolling system upgrades
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Those traveling the West Virginia Turnpike this summer may notice there are new digital signs above the toll lanes. It’s all part of the multimillion-dollar upgrade to the highway’s tolling system. West Virginia Parkways Authority Executive Director Jeff Miller admits most of the work...
Food Lion Recognizes Long-term Associates for their Dedicated Service
Beckley W.Va. (WVDN) – Food Lion is proud to announce more than 350 associates are celebrating more than 30 years of service this year. Among them are two long-term associates from stores in the Bluefield/Beckley/Oak Hill, WV area. On April 18, associates were honored during an annual event where the retailer shares appreciation and gratitude […] The post Food Lion Recognizes Long-term Associates for their Dedicated Service appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Canvass of Fayette County election results scheduled
FAYETEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayette County Commission staff has announced that a canvassing of election results for the Fayette County area will take place on Monday. Local officials will meet at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building located at 200 West Maple Avenue at 9:00am on Monday, May 20, 2024. The meeting agenda as […]
NRG NP officials searching for owner of two dogs found by visitor
SANDSTONE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Officials with New River Gorge National Park & Preserve (NRGNPP) are attempting to locate the owner of two dogs found by a visitor. According to NRGNPP, a visitor saved two dogs off of the side of I-64 near the Grandview exit. Park officials say that the dogs are very sweet, house-trained, […]
Tyler Childers to Headline Inaugural “Whizzbangers Ball”
WhizzbangBAM! isn’t just an onomatopoeia. It happens to be the management and booking company behind Tyler Childers, along with a host of other important artist from the Kentucky, West Virginia, and greater Appalachian region. This also includes Arlo McKinley, John R. Miller, William Matheny, Joslyn & The Sweet Compression, Abby Hamilton, Jeremy Short, and Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle among others.
Great American Petting Zoo Farm returns to Mountain State on June 15
Oak Hill, WV (WOAY)—The Great American Petting Zoo Farm is returning to the mountain state this summer. The farm features pigs, alpacas, goats, sheep, pigs, llamas, and several other animals for guests to meet and learn about. The petting zoo will be open daily from noon to 7:00 pm...
The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week is Wrangler!
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week is Wrangler! Wrangler is a 7-week- German Shepard/Aussie/Husky mix who loves her new family. Wrangler is a big fan of playing outside, hugs & kisses, and barking! Thanks to all who took time to submit this week, and congratulations to Wrangler, the LOOTPRESS Pet of […]
Making health decisions with limited means
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Eating healthy might not be an issue for some, but for many people living in small communities, it can be a struggle. Some communities only have access to a local dollar store which often does not have fresh produce. Elizabeth Holley is a dietician at Raleigh General Hospital. She told 59News you can still make healthy choices when it comes to your diet – even at a local dollar store.
Fayette County deputies say runaway teens found safe
FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — UPDATED, 9:39 p.m. 5/15/24:. Deputies in Fayette County said two teens who ran away from a facility in Beckwith Tuesday evening have been found. Deputies said Nevaeh Manor, 13, and Juanita Carpenter, 16, were found safe Wednesday evening. Deputies said the girls left the...
Beckley Man Sentenced to Prison for Federal Gun Crime
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Eric I. Day, 53, of Beckley, was sentenced to five years in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, for being a felon in possession of a firearm. According to court documents and statements made in court, on August 21, 2021, law enforcement officers responding to reports of […]
Kanawha County finishes primary election results canvassing
KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – The canvassing for the Kanawha County ballots is complete, and there are no major changes in the outcome, according to the Kanawha County Commission. Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango says ballots from randomly selected precincts and more than 240 provisional ballots and late absentee ballots were counted Monday. The required […]
Softball Recap: Midland Trail takes loss despite strong efforts from Jessi Skaggs and Kylie Ramsey
It was a good run, but Midland Trail unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Monday. They fell just short of the James Monroe Mavericks by a score of 10-9. Midland Trail was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as James Monroe apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2022.
Former FCI Beckley Correctional Officer Sentenced to Prison for Contraband Crime
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Cody Adam Bays, 32, of Beaver, was sentenced to one year and six months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, for providing contraband to an in inmate of a federal prison. According to court documents and statements made in court, between November 7, 2022, and February […]
Raleigh County Parks & Rec to hold Clear Fork Rail Trail public meeting
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Raleigh County Parks & Recreation, along with the National Coal Heritage Area, have announced a public meeting with regard to topics of historical significance pertaining to the Clear Fork Rail Trail. Set to take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, the meeting will be held from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at the […]
Eddie ‘Gutter’ Morgan sentenced to prison after attempted murder with firearm
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County man has been sentenced and faces up to 28 years in prison as the result of an altercation involving a firearm. According to the Fayette County Prosecutor’s Office, on November 18, 2022, a shooting occurred in the Scarbro area of Fayette County prompting a response from members of […]
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