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One Killed as Result of Motorcycle Accident in Area
One Sunday, June 9, 2024, deputies with the Randolph County Sheriff's Office responded to the Old Pike Road area of Montrose in regard to a reported crash involving a motorcycle. Additional first responders with Randolph County EMS and the Leading Creek Fire Department also responded to the scene. Upon arrival,...
In one of the most dangerous workplaces in West Virginia, a poultry giant has profited from immigrant labor for decades
This story was originally published by Mountain State Spotlight. This is the first story in a two-part series. Read part two here. MOOREFIELD, West Virginia — On a rainy afternoon in 2020, Pilgrim’s Pride’s West Virginia chicken factory was dirty. The slaughterhouse has sharp metal hooks, deboning...
Subway employee arrested after stealing money from business for two months
ELKINS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Subway employee has been arrested after allegedly stealing money from the business for two months. According to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, on April 22, 2024, the RCSD received a complaint from the Elkins Subway Security Advisor, in reference to an employee stealing money from the Subway located at 91 […]
In West Virginia’s ‘Poultry Capital,’ immigrant workers struggle to find the help and support they need
This story was originally published by Mountain State Spotlight. This is the second story in a two-part series. Read part one here. MOOREFIELD, West Virginia — Tatiana had two options after she lost her job in 2020, and both of them broke her heart. The first was to stay...
United Hospital Center Breaks Ground to Expand Access for High Quality Care in the Elkins Corridor
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center (UHC) broke ground last week, for the new, state-of-the-art clinic in Randolph County. When completed later next year, the Elkins Corridor Medical Center will consist of primary and outpatient services close to home for residents of Elkins and surrounding communities. This project is subject to regulatory approval.
Stories of the Week: June 2 through June 8
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. – Here are some of the top stories this week on the WBOY 12News Facebook page. A West Virginia native has qualified for the Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions. The 99-bedroom Odd Fellows Home in Elkins will go up for auction again next month. Two Morgantown band students...
Free fishing in West Virginia public waters June 8th & 9th
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - For anglers or people looking to get into fishing you don’t need a license to cast a line this weekend. June 8th and 9th is West Virginia’s annual free fishing weekend. People are encouraged to grab a poll and cast away in public waters...
Randolph County man arrested after attempting to murder woman with drugs
MONTROSE, W.Va. (WDTV) - A Randolph County man was arrested and charged after troopers said he tried to murder a woman by giving her drugs. Brain Broseker, of Montrose, is charged with attempted murder, kidnapping, retaliation against a witness and conspiracy, according to the West Virginia Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation.
Weeklong mock government kicks off at Rhododendron Girls State
Monday marked the first official day of the 2024 Rhododendron Girls State, where over 200 rising seniors from all across West Virginia stay within Davis and Elkins College to learn more about the functionality of the state legislature.
Power outage planned for parts of Davis and Thomas
THOMAS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A power outage is planned for parts of Davis and Thomas in Tucker County on Tuesday. According to the Tucker County Commission, Mon Power has scheduled a planned outage to upgrade facilities on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The outage will affect 1,099 customers in the vicinity of Davis and Thomas. The […]
Mid-Ohio Valley Faith Calendar
A vacation Bible school will be held 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 17-21 Fairlawn Baptist Church for ages 3 to the fifth grade. A small stack will be provided each day. Registration is open at https://tinyurl.com/55pej5se. For more information, call the church at 304 863 6782. MEALS. * Chicken and Ham...
Fulks Run woman arrested and charged for intentionally setting a fire within a home
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, Va. (WHSV) - The Rockingham County Fire Marshal’s Office, with support from the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office, has arrested and charged 43-year-old, Christina Sue Ritchie of Fulks Run, with intentionally setting a fire within a home located at 8344 Hopkins Gap Road in Fulks Run on Monday.
VA Medical Center to host town hall meeting in Tucker County, first in a summer series
PARSONS, W.Va (WDTV) - The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center will partner to hold a town hall meeting for veterans and the public. The purpose of the town hall is to provide feedback and recommendations for VA programs, organizers said. The town hall...
Possibly rabid black bear found, killed near Elkins
HARPERTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - A black bear with signs consistent with rabies was found and disposed of in Randolph County Monday night. Deputies with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office were called out to Harpertown after a deformed-looking bear tried entering a home. It was found on the deck behind the house when law enforcement arrived.
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