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Arson arrest made in connection to the fire that destroyed former Governers mansionWVVA2 days ago
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Mother Arrested After Confrontation with School Officials at Park Middle SchoolLootpress1 day ago
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Two West Virginia state employees fired after they were arrested in connection to fire at former Governor’s mansion
The fire happened along Crestview Drive in Beckley on October 20. The mansion used to be the residence of former West Virginia Gov. Hullett Smith. The property is now owned by the family of Governor Jim Justice.
Mother Arrested After Confrontation with School Officials at Park Middle School
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – On Friday, October 25, 2024, a parent, identified as Justina Lacy, was arrested following an altercation with school staff at Park Middle School in Beckley. Cpl. J.W. Legursky, a School Resource Officer, responded to the incident, which began around 8:00 a.m. when Lacy arrived on campus to retrieve her suspended […]
Couple arrested after a fight over a vape
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A couple is arrested after an attack took place over a vape. On the morning of October 1, 2023, Mercer County Deputies N.J. Mason and T.A. Lacy responded to a call concerning a domestic dispute at a residence on Old Bramwell Road in the Brushfork area. Upon arrival, officers encountered […]
Former Southern Regional Jail corrections officer agrees to plead guilty in connection to the death of Quantez Burks
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A former Southern Regional Jail correctional officer intends to plead guilty, and faces up to 30 years in prison, in connection to the death of Quantez Burks according to documents obtained by 59News. According to court documents, a guilty plea hearing is planned to be scheduled for Mark Holdren, a former […]
Lonnie Warwick passes away at 82
MOUNT HOPE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Lonnie Warwick, a former professional football player from Raleigh County, WV, has passed away at the age of 82. Lonnie Warwick, a standout linebacker renowned for his tenacity on the field, remains a celebrated figure in football, especially in his native West Virginia. Lonnie attended Mount Hope High School in Mount […]
Beckley Man Sentenced for COVID-19 Relief Fraud
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Mark William Bailey, 51, of Beckley, was sentenced on Friday, October 25, 2024, to five years of federal probation, including one year on home detention, and ordered to pay $451,237.51 in restitution for theft of government monies. Bailey admitted to stealing approximately $451,237.51 in COVID-19 relief loans guaranteed by the Small […]
Raleigh County school turns traffic situation on US-19 and I-77 into an educational opportunity
SHADY SPRING, WV (WVNS) – Construction on US Route 19 and I-77 is making things a little more complicated for Raleigh County Schools. Shady Spring High School students and faculty are some of those who are navigating through the road work each day in their commutes to and from school. Principal Kari Vicars told 59News […]
14th Annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest announced by the State Fair of West Virginia
GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The 14th Annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest was announced by the State Fair of West Virginia. According to a press release, the State Fair of West Virginia announced the Fair’s annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest, located at the State Fairgrounds. As a part of the 2024 contest, non-profits, school-based, other […]
Princeton physician inspires $40k donation for a West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine scholarship
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — A Princeton physician helped inspire a $40,000 donation that will create scholarships for future West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine students. According to a press release, an anonymous couple who were treated by Ryan Runyon, D.O., a West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) alumnus, donated $40,000 to an endowment that […]
WVDOH working with contractors to ease traffic congestion during Beckley Z-Way construction
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) is working closely with contractors to ease traffic congestion as construction progresses on the southern leg of the Beckley Z-Way project along US 19. The project, part of Gov. Jim Justice’s $2.8 billion Roads to Prosperity program, is aimed at reducing congestion through Beaver, […]
2024 Princeton Christmas Parade to feature ‘Jingle Bell Jubilee’ theme
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Princeton announced on Monday that the theme of the 2024 City of Princeton Christmas Parade will be “Jingle Bell Jubilee.” The parade, which is set to take place on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:00pm, will be live streamed at the Facebook page for the City of Princeton, […]
We’re sure this is October, right? Surge of warm air heats up Halloween Week
Tuesday morning won’t be as chilly like the last few mornings but low 40s is still cool enough for the coat to the bus stop. After sunrise and a morning fog burns away, we’ll make our way into the 50s by mid-morning. Southerly winds help push us into the low 70s by the late afternoon […]
Mercer County stray animal problem may now be “Furever Fixed”
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — The long-standing stray animal problem in Mercer County may be “Furever Fixed,” now that a new, low-cost spay and neuter clinic has opened. Yesterday the Mercer County community celebrated the grand opening of Furever Fixed, which was a collaboration between the City of Bluefield, City of Princeton and Mercer County. The […]
Help out the community bundle up during this cold season
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) –As colder weather approaches, The United Way of Southern West Virginia is launching a “Winter Items Drive.” The initiative is to help collect essential items for those in need in the fall and winter months this year. The organization is aiming their efforts towards businesses to help host drives for their workers. […]
Beau is the LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week!
(LOOTPRESS) – Beau has been announced as the final LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week for the month of October! Beau is a mixed-breed pup who is full of energy. He is great with kids and is all about his family, who he would do anything to protect. Thank you to all who submitted this week […]
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