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Missing West Virginia woman found safe
A West Virginia woman who has been missing for more than three days, after last being seen in Pilot Mountain, has been found safe in a Virginia hotel, according to her daughter. Sarah Minney Wright, of Roane County, West Virginia, was reported missing by her daughter, Lexi Wright, of Havelock, on Sunday. At the time, she said her mother was traveling from West Virginia to Havelock, which is in the eastern portion of North Carolina, near Morehead City, and had stayed overnight at a hotel...
Ravenswood woman arrested for threatening to shoot government official after ‘vicious’ dog attacks
RAVENSWOOD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Ravenswood woman has been charged following officer response to reports of a vicious dog attack. According to the Ravenswood Police Department, on Thursday, April 18, 2024, officers with the Ravenswood Police Department received reports pertaining to a vicious dog. An investigation to resolve the matter was set into motion and […]
Wolfe Mountain Entertainment ‘Steel Magnolias’ on Mother’s Day weekend
POMEROY, Ohio (WTAP) - ‘Steel Magnolias’ will be on stage at Wolfe Mountain Entertainment on Mother’s Day weekend. The show is similar to the classic movie but it will have their own twist on it, which will focus on the female relationships that come out of it.
Meigs County Deputy Medically Airlifted, Two Arrested After Traffic Stop Incident
Reedsville, Meigs County – A routine traffic stop conducted by deputies from the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office took a dangerous turn on Pine Tree Drive in Reedsville on Saturday evening around 6:30 PM. According to reports from deputies, upon being pulled over, the female occupant of the vehicle...
Point Pleasant announces plans for Harmon Park renovation
POINT PLEASANT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – In celebration of the Opening Day of Point Pleasant Youth Baseball League, the City of Point Pleasant has announced the beginning of the Harmon Park Renovation Project. This announcement marks a significant investment into recreational activities for the youth of not only the community but for the surrounding areas, according […]
No basis for leniency in case for Deem after violating terms of probation
HARRISVILLE, W.Va. — Amber L. Deem, 36, of Elizabeth, W.Va., appeared for a final probation revocation hearing on April 9. Attorney Keith White said his client admitted to six violations, petitioning the court to allow probation with sanctions imposed; as Third Judicial Circuit Court Judge Tim Sweeney confirmed the defendant did violate terms and conditions.
Learn about wildlife programs at workshop
The Athens and Meigs Soil and Water Conservation District offices are joining forces to present an Educator’s Workshop on May 29. Workshop check-in starts at 8:45 a.m. and the workshop will end at 4 p.m. This one day workshop is open to formal public school teachers and non-formal homeschool and summer camp teachers alike. Participants will be introduced to the nationally acclaimed Project WILD, Aquatic WILD, and Project WET programs. Educators will come away from the workshop with a three manual toolkit of practical lesson...
Tractor-trailer crash knocks out power in Mason County
MASON COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – Appalachian Power crews are working to restore power to more than 1,000 customers in Mason County after a crash involving a tractor-trailer on a country road. According to the Mason County Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, the incident happened along Leon Baden Road, approximately half a mile from […]
High Points of the Valley
* Wirt County native Jessica Lynch is taking on a new role, and it is one that will make a difference for military women across the state. She will lead a new program that focuses on women veterans, through the West Virginia Department of Veterans Affairs. “(Lynch) stepped up for this nation and now you are stepping up again for West Virginia and stepping up for women veterans who need help,” said Gov. Jim Justice, upon announcing the position. No spotlight-seeker, Lynch let others do most of the talking during the announcement, but she did show what is important to her. “I hope to be able to work with (women veterans) and get them anything they are lacking or that they are needing at this point,” she said. Few are better equipped to reach out to veterans with a broad range of needs than the former prisoner of war. It is good to know her service will continue for those desperately in need of support here at home.
Blenko, local artist team up for new collection released Monday
MILTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Blenko Glass has rolled out a new collection designed by a well-known local artist. A series of owl pieces designed by Ravenswood native Don Pendleton were released for sale Monday. The collection features owls in three different colors and two different sizes, plus a sundial design.
Pomeroy Fire Department receives state award
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of State Fire Marshal and the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Division of EMS awarded the fire service’s highest honors during the state’s 43rd annual Ohio Fire Service Hall of Fame & Fire Awards ceremony. The event took place earlier Wednesday at the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) in downtown Columbus. Approximately 300 individuals, including state officials, first responders, family members of honorees and the general public attended the ceremony, which takes place each year to...
Mushrooms, Ecstasy, Promethazine, 3lbs of marijuana, THC vapes confiscated during traffic stop
RAVENSWOOD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An Ohio man faces possession-related charges following a Tuesday traffic stop during which an array of prohibited substances was discovered by law enforcement. According to the Ravenswood Police Department, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, officers with the Ravensw2ood PD facilitated a traffic stop on a blue Mazda which was traveling on […]
Drug Take Back Day events scheduled for April 27
Several Drug Take Back events are scheduled between 10 a.m. and noon Saturday, April 27 in Gallia, Jackson and Meigs Counties. This biannual event invites all individuals to bring expired, unused, or unneeded medications for safe disposal. These sites will accept drugs intended for human or animal use. This is an excellent opportunity to gain education from groups that organize this event, decrease the risks of drug abuse and accidental misuse, and better the health of your community. The event mirrors the DEA National Drug...
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