Flatwoods
CRIME & SAFETY
Couple arrested on drug charges during traffic stop
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A couple from Ashland were arrested while transporting drugs from Huntington, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. The man and woman were arrested after the Wayne County Sheriff’s Drug Enforcement Unit conducted a traffic stop in the Huntington area of Wayne County. Deputies...
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 release Wednesday. The man was taken to an area hospital for treatment. “Our thoughts are with our injured co-worker and his family, and...
Scheme targets local businesses
FLATWOODS, Ky. (WSAZ) - The Flatwoods Police Department is warning residents about a scheme targeting local businesses in the area. According to the Flatwoods Police Department, the scheme involves someone calling a local business while the manager is not currently at the store and acting like they are from the business’ corporate office-- reaching out about an upcoming fire safety inspection.
Raceland Police Department building undergoing renovations
RACELAND, KY (WCHS) — The Raceland Police Department building in Greenup County, Kentucky is undergoing renovations. The work began a month ago with improvements such as new wiring, drywall, flooring, ceiling and lighting. The building also has new rooms for a server, evidence and interviews. An updated lobby system...
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