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Fayette County couple arrested on drug and child neglect charges following shots fired call
CANNELTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County couple has been arrested on drug and child neglect charges following a shots fired call early this morning. According to Fayette County Chief Deputy Shannon Morris, Zachariah T. Roat, 35, and Kristina L. Roat, 32, of Cannelton, are facing felony charges in Fayette County. At approximately 2:30 AM, […]
One more day of solid rain, drier by the weekend
WOAY-TV (Oak Hill, WV): Howdy folks and happy hump day!!! A few more showers are expected tonight, with another day of rain tomorrow. Tomorrow is our last significant chance for rain until the start of next week. Some areas have received upwards of three inches over the past day or so, providing much-needed relief from dry conditions. However, these same locations will be more prone to flash flooding if heavy rains occur in the vicinity.
Man injured in Ohio River barge accident
SOUTH POINT, Ohio (WSAZ) - A Marathon employee was injured Tuesday in a barge accident on the Ohio River near South Point, the company said in a media statement on Wednesday. The man was taken to an area hospital for treatment. “Our thoughts are with our injured co-worker and his...
State Fair advanced discounted ticket deadline approaching
FAIRLEA (LOOTPRESS) – The deadline to purchase advanced discounted tickets to the 2024 State Fair of West Virginia is Monday, July 29. Tickets may be purchased by visiting statefairofwv.com/tickets/, calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) or at the State Fair Box Office. The Box Office is open Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday, […]
Police attempting to identify couple who stole $1,000 worth of merchandise from Kohl’s
BARBOURSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Police are attempting to identify a couple responsible for stealing $1,000 in merchandise from Kohl’s. According to the Barboursville Police Department, the pictured couple allegedly stole $1,000 worth of merchandise from the Barboursville Kohl’s. The female suspect was described as wearing a see-through midriff top, while the male suspect appeared to […]
Free cone and pup cup for adopters at Fayetteville Dairy Queen
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayette County Humane Society has announced an exciting promotion for pet adopters. From now until Saturday, anyone who adopts a pet from the society during their free adoption event will receive a free ice cream cone and pup cup from the Fayetteville Dairy Queen. In addition, High Lawn Funeral Home […]
Big Lots Shutting Down Stores Amid Financial Uncertainty
Big Lots is planning to shutter around 40 stores as the company opens up about their ability to continue. I've been shopping at Big Lots for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I could spend hours in the toy aisle, and even as a teenager, I spent quite a bit of time thumbing through the DVD and Blu-ray selections. My wife and I still shop at Big Lots on a regular basis today. It's safe to say that it's one of my all-time favorite stores. Need groceries? Done. Kitchenware? Easy. How about some furniture? They've got all kinds of options out on the floor.
Longtime owner of Miller's Chicken passes away
Joe Miller, 87, owner of Miller’s Chicken, a popular longtime restaurant on in Athens, died Monday, July 22, in his Sunnyside home surrounded by family. To celebrate Miller’s life, the family-owned Miller’s Chicken will be closed on Friday and Saturday. “Thank you to everyone who has shown their love and support over the last couple of days. Your kindness and prayers mean the world to our family, work family and...
Director who transformed Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program leaves
NELSONVILLE, Ohio — Jen Seifert parted ways with the Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program earlier this month after a six-year tenure as executive director. “Executive Director Jen Seifert is no longer with the organization,” SAOP board president Rebekah Crawford confirmed in a written statement on July 15. “We appreciate her service to SAOP and our community, and we wish her well.”
Jackson County Jr. Fair in full swing in Cottageville
COTTAGEVILLE, WV (WOWK) — The Jackson County Fair in Cottageville, West Virginia, offers not just carnival rides and games but also the experience to learn about farming and agriculture. The 4-H Club and the FFA bring together dozens of kids to show off the animals they have spent the last year raising. From showcasing, where […]
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