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Man smashed out windows at old Wendy’s building
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man is behind bars after he smashed out windows at the old Wendy’s building in Beckley because he wanted to “break sh*t.” On June 30, 2024, the Beckley Police were called to 3066 Robert C Byrd Drive, the former Wendy’s location. Emergency Communicators informed officers that a black male had […]
Reworked Beckley City Council will pursue Fruits of Labor lease
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Several new city officials were sworn in to office on Monday, and it appears as though the latest lineup of Beckley Common Council members can be expected to continue the search for answers with regard to a lease for the Fruits of Labor organization. Multiple city council meetings in recent months […]
City of Beckley to host electric fireworks show for the 4th of July
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The City of Beckley is celebrating Independence Day with a bang. Their fireworks display will be set off at 9:30 P.M. at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center and Beckley Little League Fields. They are bringing in Starfire, a group of professionals, to put on an electric fireworks show. Director of Beckley […]
Bringing Hope to foster kids with “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot”
BECKLEY, WV (WOAY) – Kids who’ve gone through significant trauma and are the toughest to place in the foster care system are the center of a powerful true story. ‘Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot’ is the solution to the foster care crisis, screening at Marquee Cinemas on July 5.
Todd Kirby appointed as Circuit Judge of the tenth Judicial Circuit Court for Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Governor Jim Justice appointed Todd Kirby to the Tenth Judicial Circuit Court serving Raleigh County. Kirby will be replacing Judge Robert Burnside due to his recent retirement. Kirby attended Marshall University where he gained degrees in Political Science and International Studies. He graduated with his Juris Doctorate from Liberty University School […]
Putnam County Girl Scout receives high honor, national scholarship
PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Putnam County Girl Scout has received a $5,000 scholarship in recognition of her award-winning work. Morgan Harris, an ambassador in the Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council, developed a project to create an official Monarch Waystation pollinator garden for butterflies at Black Knight Municipal Park in Beckley, according to a news release.
Great Clips salon to host ribbon-cutting ceremony
MACARTHUR, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Great Clips hair salon has announced an upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony to be held with the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce. Set to take place at noon on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the ribbon-cutting ceremony will introduce Great Clips as one of the most exciting new businesses in the Raleigh County area. […]
Beckley Police to conduct sobriety checkpoint on July 3
Beckley, WV (WOAY)-The Beckley Police Department will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Wednesday, July 3, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The checkpoint will be located near the intersection of Second Street and Thornhill courts. There will be an alternate location on Johnstown Road at Jefferson Street. Authorities will also...
Woman abandons dog in KFC parking lot in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman is facing animal cruelty charges after abandoning her dog at the KFC parking lot. On February 17, 2024, Beckley Police saw a dog at the KFC parking lot and went to check on its condition. The dog appeared limping, and Virginia Lucas claimed she had found the dog and […]
Tamarack is now open daily, with longer hours for more Appalachian experiences
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Tamarack Marketplace is extending their hours of operation, including being open on a daily basis. On July 1, 2024, Tamarack will be open to visitors from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, allowing travelers and those that live locally to explore the bespoke crafts, art, and local offerings from our community. […]
June Smashes Heat Records in Southern West Virginia
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): When you get that electric bill later in July for the month of June, don’t be surprised if it’s much higher than last year at this time. Even though we are starting out on a refreshing note for the 1st of July, it was hot as a firecracker.
“We need to clean up and take back our streets” – Newly elected Beckley Councilwoman Natalie Coots details desired goals
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Natalie Coots, newly elected Beckley Ward I Councilwoman, shared her aspirations for the city and addressed the concerns of her constituents in a recent interview with LOOTPRESS. Coots, along with other Beckley elected officials, were officially sworn in on Monday morning. Coots expressed a desire to restore Beckley to its former […]
Day shelter could help solve the vagrancy problem in Beckley, Council member says
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Beckley mayor Ryan Neal and other newly installed city officials said on Monday, July 1, 2024, that addressing a vagrancy problem in downtown Beckley is a priority for city officials. Beckley Common Council Ward 1 representative Natalie Coots, who is one of four newly-elected members of Council, said part of the […]
History Alive! comes to the Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — History came to life at the Youth Museum of West Virginia on Sunday, June 30, 2024 when guests were pulled back to the late 1700s to meet Thomas Ingles, son of Mary Draper Ingles. History Alive! is a program sponsored by the West Virginia Humanities Council in order to provide living […]
Clear Fork residents ask Raleigh County Commission for help with crime
CLEAR FORK, WV (WVNS) — The community of Clear Fork is one of Raleigh County’s most rural. It’s miles from downtown Beckley, but a group of Clear Fork residents said on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, that their neighborhood has not escaped addiction and the drug-related crime the rest of the county faces.
Raleigh County Commission approves Sophia Little League grant for lawn equipment, all-star tournament
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Sophia Little League was a subject discussion at Tuesday’s Regular Session meeting of the Raleigh County Commission. Opening the business of the session with exonerations and budget revisions, commission members moved to consideration of a grant in the amount of $7,679.52 which would go toward lawn equipment for the Sophia Little […]
Raleigh County man escapes from Parkersburg Correctional Facility; authorities asking for help
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A Raleigh County man has escaped from the Parkersburg Correctional Center and authorities are asking for your help in finding him. Gregory Dale Stewart escaped while on furlough to go to church on Sunday. Stewart removed his GPS ankle monitor and could be heading back towards...
West Virginia launches new portal for accessing vaccine records
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Department of Health’s Bureau for Public Health has introduced a new tool for residents to access their vaccine records. Through the MyIRMobile system, patients can now view their immunization history and print their official records. Speaking about the initiative, Sec. Sherri Young emphasized the importance of immunizations in […]
Justice appoints Ryan Browning to Wayne County House seat
Gov. Jim Justice on Tuesday appointed Ryan Browning, of Wayne County, to fill the House of Delegates seat vacated by Del. Mark Ross, R-Wayne, earlier this year. Ross, a retired school teacher, resigned from office on May 21, according to a resignation letter sent to the governor’s office that day. The letter did not include […] The post Justice appoints Ryan Browning to Wayne County House seat appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
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