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Town of Sophia 2024 Spring Cleanup Schedule
SOPHIA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Town of Sophia has released the schedule for its 2024 Spring Cleanup. The Public Works Department is scheduled to collect for Spring Cleanup beginning Monday, May 13, 2024 and continuing through Friday, May 17, 2024. Residents are not to put items out any earlier than 5 days prior scheduled pickup. […]
Violence is traumatizing Haitian kids. Now the country’s breaking a taboo on mental health services
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Students often throw up or wet themselves when gunfire erupts outside their school in northern Port-au-Prince. When they do, school director Roseline Ceragui Louis finds there’s only one way to try to calm the children and keep them safe: getting them to lie on the classroom floor while she sings softly.
Woman charged after threatening woman with a gun
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman faces charges after threatening a woman with a gun and refusing police commands. WV State Troopers say a female victim dropped off her son at a residence when the neighbor, Betty Jackson, threatened to shoot her. The victim said she could see Betty had a long gun pointed […]
Paranormal convention haunts its way to Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS)– People from near and far all came together on Saturday, May 11, 2024 to celebrate all things strange, spooky and spectacular! The annual convention was announced by the Appalachian Paranormal Arts and Culture Collective. Lovers of the supernatural all gathered at the Raleigh Playhouse and Theatre in Beckley for a chance to […]
Coal City Road in Raleigh County closed due to fallen tree
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A large tree has shut down Coal City Road in Raleigh County. According to an eyewitness on the scene, a large tree has fallen across Coal City Road near Affinity Park. A fire truck was seen heading to the scene. No timeline has been given on when the road will […]
Beckley’s Coffee, Tea and Sweet Treats event meets Emergency Preparedness Fair
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS)– Over in Beckley on Saturday, May 11, 2024, guests were able to enjoy the Coffee, Tea, and Sweet Treats event, along with the Emergency Preparedness Fair. Visitors could walk around and try some delicious food and drinks, as well as take on the fun sights and activities of the Rhododendron Fair nearby. […]
Woman throws ashtray, striking man on the head after accusing him of talking to other women
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wyoming County woman is facing charges after she threw an ashtray, striking a man because she thought he was talking to other women. According to witnesses, Debra McKinney and a man got into an argument after he got home from work. During the argument, the victim stated that Debra […]
Raleigh County Judge to retire in coming weeks
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – It was announced on Thursday that Raleigh County Circuit Judge, Robert Burnside will be retiring from his role at the end of the month. The retirement of the longtime judge has been anticipated, as it was confirmed that he would not seek re-election. Prosecuting Attorney for Raleigh County, Ben Hatfield confirmed […]
The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week is Mabel!
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week is Mabel! Mabel is an 8-week-old beagle who loves snuggles, pets, and long naps We would like to thank everyone who made submissions this week, and are excited to congratulate Mabel, the LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week in association with the Humane Society of Raleigh […]
Redemption Services hosts grand opening celebration in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A new clinical social work organization hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Beckley on Friday, May 10, 2024. Redemption Services on South Heber Street offers counseling and other services, according to the owners, and is one of several locations. The center hosts supervision for child visitation, along with mental health and marital […]
Mercer County mother sues City of Princeton after son dies in officer involved shooting
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — A Mercer County family has sued Princeton Police Department after an officer involved shooting in Mercer County. An amended complaint was filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia in Beckley last month. Barry Yearout died in April 2022 at Princeton Community Hospital after he was shot […]
All Raleigh County students to receive free lunch and breakfast during 2024-25 school year
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Students in Raleigh County will not have to pay for breakfast or lunch next school year thanks to a nationwide program. According to a post from the Raleigh County Schools Facebook page, all schools throughout the county will be participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program. Raleigh County Schools has […]
Beckley Goodwill makes Grand Opening announcement
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Grand Opening event has been announced for the newest Beckley Goodwill location and is set to take place next month. The retail establishment is currently in the process of moving inventory from its current Appalachian Drive location to the former location of Party City at 4283 Robert C. Byrd Drive. […]
Man and woman plead guilty to evading financial reporting requirements
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A Wyoming County man and a woman from Raleigh County each pleaded guilty to structuring transactions with one or more domestic financial institutions. They both admitted to making bank deposits from drug money to get out of certain reporting requirements for transactions. According to court documents, Merrick Rice, 43, of Mullens, […]
Salvation Army Beckley Corps holds Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce on Friday was joined by state leaders and community members for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Salvation Army Beckley Corps location. Located on Robert C. Byrd Drive, the facility has been the result of efforts and contributions from a number of entities and individuals […]
Fallen tree causes indefinite road closure and power outage in Wyoming County
LILLYDALE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – RT. 971 in Lillydale is currently closed until further notice due to a fallen tree blocking both lanes, accompanied by downed power lines. The situation has left the surrounding area, including Westside, without power, according to the Oceana Fire Department. Emergency services, including Shentel, AEP, and WVDOH, have responded to the […]
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