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Dispatch from 1774: More than 30 Virginia counties pass resolutions to protest British response to Boston Tea Party
This spring and summer has seen a head-spinning series of events that have reshaped the political landscape, not just in Virginia, but throughout other Colonies, as well. The post Dispatch from 1774: More than 30 Virginia counties pass resolutions to protest British response to Boston Tea Party appeared first on Cardinal News.
Adam Wolfe named new Family Court Judge
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice announced today that he is appointing Adam B. Wolfe to fill the vacancy of the 12th Family Circuit Court. Wolfe was elected by the citizens of Mercer and McDowell County to serve as their Family Court Judge for the term beginning in January 2025. Wolfe has practiced law […]
One dead, several families displaced following apartment fire in Lebanon
LEBANON, Va. (WJHL) — Lebanon, Virginia Police Chief Eric Deskins confirmed a woman has died following an apartment fire Wednesday evening. Russell County Sheriff Bill Watson told News Channel 11 that several families have been displaced following the fire. Watson said the fire took place at Fox Meadows Apartments, where witnesses nearby reported hearing several […]
The Dream Bean Coffee House opens in Princeton
PRINCETON, WV (WOAY) – Some affiliated with the new Dream Bean Coffee House have a 20-year history in the space where it now resides. Coffee houses are the pulse of a neighborhood — and Dream Bean is thrilled to be a go-to for locals. “A friend of mine...
Fayette County Pushes Forward with Buc-ee's Project, Tax Incentives and $15M Loan Approved to Boost Memphis-Area Economy
The Fayette County Industrial Development Board has officially greenlit tax incentives for constructing a Buc-ee’s travel center. With the approval of a 20-year tax increment financing, the infrastructure costs amount to $17 million for necessary improvements like roads, water, and sewer systems. As reported by Action News 5, Fayette County Mayor Rhea Taylor confirmed the move: "The Fayette County Industrial Development Board passed a resolution to issue a note for a TIF for Buc-ee’s Family Travel Center in Gallaway at Exit 28.”
Two-vehicle crash along W.Va. Turnpike in Charleston results in multiple injuries
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Emergency personnel responded to a Kanawha County crash with multiple injuries on the West Virginia Turnpike Wednesday morning. The two-vehicle crash was reported by dispatchers about 11:20 a.m. near mile marker 93 along Interstate 77 South in Charleston as an SUV rear-ended a tractor trailer.
Mother cusses her child, throws her to the ground at McDonald’s parking lot
WELCH, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A mother is in jail after she cussed her child, called the child a whore, hit the child, and threw the child to the ground at a McDonald’s parking lot. On August 4, 2024, around 8 pm, a deputy responded to a disturbance at the McDonald’s parking lot in Welch. Witnesses […]
Area ag-related businesses eligible for SBA drought disaster loans
WASHINGTON, DC (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are available in Virginia for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses due to drought that began on July 16. The specific primary counties, along with the adjacent localities, makes our entire Charlottesville area eligible. These loans are not available to the actual farmer or rancher, but are for aquacultural producers and nursery operators.
West Virginia senator loses committee roles following indecent exposure arrest
(The Center Square) – Republican West Virginia Senator Mike Maroney has been removed from his committee chairman responsibilities and committee appointments after he was arrested and charged with two misdemeanors in Marshall County on Tuesday. Senate President Craig Blair, R-Berkeley, said Maroney, R-Marshall, is entitled to due process. Maroney was arrested for indecent exposure and disorderly conduct after he was “accused of performing an overt act of self gratification” at...
Bristol, Va. could upgrade punishment for camping on public property and include city parks
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — The Bristol, Virginia City Council has introduced a proposal to amend the current camping ban on public sidewalks in the city, upgrading the misdemeanor class and including public parks in the ban. The council passed on first reading an ordinance to amend the current ban on camping on public rights-of-way. That […]
The Monroe County Commission announces Starlink Initiative
MONROE COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – On August 13, the Monroe County Commission announced the implementation of the Starlink Initiative, a program created by County Clerk Jeremy Meadows, 911 Director Richard Miller, and Sheriff Michael Miller. The initiative aims to provide each county deputy with a mini Starlink terminal, which will be mounted on their cruisers, […] The post The Monroe County Commission announces Starlink Initiative appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Second bee sting death in Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A second person is reported as having died due to a bee sting in Raleigh County. Although, this time, the victim did not have a known allergy to the insects. So, how did this happen? Diane Tyson was a healthy 63-year-old Air Force veteran from Raleigh County. As an avid lover […]
City Council members urge transparency, eschew executive session for Fruits of Labor lease discussion
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The oft-revisited issue of a Fruits of Labor lease emerged yet again at Tuesday evening’s meeting of Beckley City Council, with council members insisting that the issue be addressed before the public as opposed to during a private executive session discussion. Council member, Natalie Coots stated that the issue had been […]
Trucker dead in crash near I-64 runaway truck ramp in West Virginia
A truck driver lost his life in a crash near a runaway truck ramp in Raleigh County, West Virginia, over the weekend. The post Trucker dead in crash near I-64 runaway truck ramp in West Virginia appeared first on CDLLife.
A Culture Of Violence At Southern Regional Jail, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, two more former corrections officers with the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver pled guilty last week for their role in the beating death of an inmate in March 2022. That leaves four more defendants facing trial in October. Maria Young caught up with U.S. Attorney...
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