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Mingo woman charged after loaded syringes found in 10-year-old's room, court records say
MINGO COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Mingo County woman faces criminal charges after deputies said loaded syringes were found in a 10-year-old boy’s bedroom. Reba Michelle Chaffins, 34, of Kermit, has been charged with child endangerment and possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, according to jail records.
Beckley Police pursue fleeing driver across multiple jurisdictions
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Beckley Police Department (BPD) was involved in a high-speed pursuit that began in Raleigh County and ended in Nicholas County. According to the BPD, in the early hours of August 12, 2024, a routine traffic stop by the BPD escalated into a high-speed pursuit. The incident began on Neville Street […]
Greenbrier Valley Election 2024 community roundtable: Help write our Citizens Agenda
Election season is underway, and that means candidates will be out vying for your vote. We want you to help guide Mountain State Spotlight’s election coverage. What do you want the candidates to be discussing as they ask for your vote? We want to hear from you! Join reporters and editors from Mountain State Spotlight […] Greenbrier Valley Election 2024 community roundtable: Help write our Citizens Agenda appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Few Sprinkles, Then Warming Trend Commences
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): If you feel a few minor aches, it could be due to lowering atmospheric pressure ahead of a system that will trigger an overnight sprinkle. The timing of any sprinkles will be Midnight to 5 a.m., but probably just enough to briefly dampen the pavement. Clouds will slowly thin on Tuesday and we have a dry week ahead. Low pressure could trigger a shower Friday afternoon and then there is a likelihood for a shower Saturday and Sunday afternoon. None of the rain will be heavy and the risk for lightning is less than 20% across the region. By Monday, the system will push to the east and partly sunny skies are expected.
Greater Mt. Zion Pentecostal Church holds 2nd annual Back-to-School Summerfest
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — With back-to-school season fully in swing, communities across southern West Virginia are looking forward to one last hurrah. Greater Mount Zion Pentecostal Church in Bluefield had the right idea by mixing end-of-summer fun with back-to-school prep. The second annual Back-to-School Summerfest at Greater Mt. Zion Pentecostal Church has one ultimate purpose. […]
Bluefield Coal Symposium to be held at Chuck Mathena Center
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — The Bluefield Coal Symposium begins August 12th at the Chuck Mathena Center in Princeton. The symposium’s theme this year is Using U.S. Coal for a Better America. The symposium will have panels about the coal industry’s future and discussions with Coal Operator CEOs and other industry experts. Gourmet dinners and lunch […]
Starlink Is Coming to 'Radio Quiet Zones' in the US
Antenna dishes of the Very Large Array near Magdalena, New Mexico. (Jon G. Fuller/VWPics/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) SpaceX is rolling out Starlink access in the remaining corners of the US that have yet to receive it. On Friday, SpaceX announced it had developed a way to bring Starlink...
Fayette County man flees after being handcuffed
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County man flees from deputies after he was placed in handcuffs. On August 9, 2024, at approximately 4:55 PM, Fayette County Sheriff’s Deputies C. Cogar, T. Farley, D. Shreve, and Sgt. G. Rinehart arrived at 20 Middle Road in the North Page area of Fayette County, West Virginia […]
Search Continues For Missing Morgan County Teen
Morgan County police are seeking the public’s help in their search for a teenage girl who went missing earlier this month. Angel Turner was last seen in the Fairview Drive area of Berkeley Springs on Aug. 2, according to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Department. The 15-year-old’s parents say...
West Virginia dentist turns himself in after employees allegedly find a water bottle containing a hidden camera in bathroom
Dr. Jeremy Michael Crow, 45-years-old of Washington PA, turned himself into the Weirton Police Department and was charged with 39 misdemeanor counts of Criminal Invasion of Privacy.
Here’s what’s happening during day six of the State Fair of West Virginia
FAIRLEA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The State Fair of West Virginia continues its exciting run today, Tuesday, August 13, with a lineup of entertainment, demonstrations, and attractions for all ages. The gates open at 8:00 AM, and visitors can enjoy carnival rides starting at 11:00 AM, with the West Virginia Lottery booth opening at 12:00 PM. […]
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