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People had a ‘berry’ good time in Alderson
ALDERSON, WV (WVNS) – The Alderson Strawberry Festival was held on Saturday, May 25th. People who stopped by enjoyed fresh strawberries, live music, and vendors. Festival goers picked their own strawberries at Sunset Berry Farm or bought them pre-picked on the Alderson Memorial Bridge. Isaac Tincher and Charlotte Melton said the atmosphere of this festival […]
Raleigh County HS seniors get their diplomas
BECKLEY (WVNS) – All four Raleigh County high schools hosted graduation ceremonies over Memorial Day weekend. Independence High School seniors had their graduation ceremony at the Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center. The ceremony started at 10:30 in the morning on Saturday, May 25th. Liberty High School and Woodrow Wilson High School seniors also graduated on […]
Mercer County Schools announce Summer Food Service Program
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Mercer County Schools’ Child Nutrition Department is proud to sponsor the federally funded Summer Food Service Program. Children aged 18 and under are invited to join us for Breakfast and Lunch. Meals will be available at various sites, as listed in the attached schedule. Proper nutrition is essential for […]
West Virginia native, filmmaker Morgan Spurlock known for ‘Super Size Me’ dies at 53
BECKLEY, W.Va. (WVNS) — West Virginia native Morgan Spurlock, the documentary filmmaker best known for “Super Size Me,” has died, according to multiple outlets. According to the Associated Press, Spurlock died Thursday in New York from complications of cancer, according to a statement issued Friday by his family. He was 53.
Beckley Veteran’s Cemetery to raise new flag on Memorial Day
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – While many people will be placing smaller flags on fallen soldier’s graves on Memorial Day, one local cemetery will be hoisting a much larger one. Beckley’s American Legion Post 32 Veteran’s Cemetery is getting a brand-new flag for Memorial Day. This new flag comes straight from Senator Joe Manchin’s office. The […]
Over 1,000 people without power in Raleigh County
ARNETT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Over 1,000 people in Raleigh County are without power following early morning storms. According to Appalachian Power, 1,241 customers are without power in the county. The bulk of the outages are being reported in the Dry Creek, Rock Creek, Arnett, and Zada areas along Coal River Road. The outages were reported […]
Chicago man sentenced for drug crimes in Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A Chicago man was sentenced to prison for federal drug crimes in Raleigh County. On Friday, May 24, 2024, 36-year-old Rory Divaughn Spells, of Chicago, Illinois, was sentenced to 11 years and seven months in prison, followed by three years of parole, for possession with intent to distribute a quantity of […]
Residents clean out their closets for one massive yard sale
BELLEPOINT, WV (WVNS) – Bellepoint residents are planning to make some dough from their spring cleaning. Every year, the community of Bellepoint hosts a community yard sale. Everyone is encouraged to set up a table on Friday, May 31, 2024, through Saturday, June 1st. Amy Richmond, Resident of Bellepoint, said participating in the yard sale […]
Former Spartan Seams to Give Up College Soccer, Will Focus on Basketball Only
LEWISBURG- Former Greenbrier East standout athlete Adam Seams recently had a tough choice to make. Arguably the best soccer player to walk the halls of Greenbrier East High School and a member of the only soccer state championship team at the school, Seams started at WVU Tech in the fall of 2023 with scholarships to […] The post Former Spartan Seams to Give Up College Soccer, Will Focus on Basketball Only appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Tamarack Courtyard Concert Series lineup announced
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Tamarack Courtyard Concert Series will be making its return next month with an exciting performance lineup. The free summer concert series will get underway at 11:00am on June 22, 2024, with live music from the incomparable Randy Gilkey. The outdoor courtyard area found within the heart of the iconic red […]
Safety tips for grilling season!
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and for many West Virginians, grilling season. People across the state will be firing up their grills in the summer months to serve up delicious food for friends and families. Everyone is drawn in by the smell of grilled food, the smoke […]
Greenbrier County Courthouse News 5-23-24
Suits Jackie Gore v. WV Great Barrel Company, LLC; BCS Rentals LLC a. Skipper Zickafoose. Divorces Havyn Nicholle Moore and Jeffrey Allen Moore Jr.; Mary Kathryn Rife and Andrew Wade Wiseman; Courtney Breanna Frame and William Paul Frame. Marriages William Riley Stamper to Analisa Elizabeth Stratienko; Aaron Tyler Lockheart to Taylor Gray Dahl; Landon Dwayne […] The post Greenbrier County Courthouse News 5-23-24 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Raleigh County woman arrested after firing shots, threatening to kill surveying crew
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Raleigh County woman has been arrested after shooting a round out of her revolver and threatening to kill a surveying crew. According to a criminal complaint, on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 55-year-old Marlene Cochran of Surveyor, approached three individuals who were part of a surveying crew. The crew was […]
Summers County cleans up after heavy rainfall
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — After heavy rainfall over the weekend of May 18, 2024, parts of Summers County saw damage from flooding and mudslides. Luckily, thanks to a quick response from agencies involved, everything was nearly back to normal as of Monday, May 20, 2024. Loyd Lowry, Director of Summers County Emergency Management, said there […]
Last chance to pick up State Fair fan favorite “Son’s-sational” Cinnamon Rolls
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – A popular state fair vendor is back in Greenbrier County – but only for the next several days. Son’s-Sational Cinnamon Rolls are officially back in Lewisburg until this Sunday, May 26th, 2024. Best known for their giant cinnamon rolls, the business has attracted quite the fan base across West Virginia and […]
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