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Staying safe with flooding risks in southern WV
BEAVER, WV (WVNS) – Steady rain, which could lead to high water issues is expected in our eastern counties Thursday night into Friday morning. When confronted with high or fast moving water, some people tend to panic. Will Davis, a Public Information Officer with the Beaver Volunteer Fire Department, said staying safe is all about […]
Tornado watch in effect for portions of Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, DC
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch in effect 6:15 p.m. Thursday until 7 a.m. Friday for the following areas: THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA IN MARYLAND THIS WATCH INCLUDES 14 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL MARYLAND ANNE ARUNDEL HOWARD MONTGOMERY PRINCE GEORGES IN NORTH CENTRAL MARYLAND CARROLL FREDERICK WASHINGTON IN NORTHEAST MARYLAND CECIL IN NORTHERN MARYLAND BALTIMORE BALTIMORE CITY HARFORD IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND CALVERT CHARLES ST. MARYS IN VIRGINIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 33 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL VIRGINIA...
West Virginia expands program providing housing, support for young adults aging out of foster care
West Virginia leaders are expanding their support for young adults who are aging out of foster care and in need of housing, education and employment support as they transition to independent living. The Department of Human Services has funded additional programs around the state in its Transitional Living for Vulnerable Youth program, which serves youth […]
Raleigh County Schools Back-to-School Wellness & Community Outreach Fair hosted at convention center
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Hundreds of students, families, and community members made their way to the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center on Friday, where Raleigh County Schools hosted its annual Back-to-School Wellness and Community Outreach Fair. A multitude of organizations set up in support of the event, engaging with students and families, and providing valuable insight […]
Missing 16-year-old boy could be in Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Beckley Police Department has asked the public for help in finding a missing teenager. According to a Facebook post from the Beckley Police Department, they are searching for 16-year-old Jack Silas Platter, who was last seen in the Ona area of Cabell County on July 30, 2024. The post stated Platter could be somewhere in the Raleigh County area.
First Babies-R-Us location to open in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Babies-R-Us is coming to the Mountain State. Kohl’s has announced the arrival of Babies”R”Us at its stores, offering a curated selection of trusted baby brands online and in select locations. The rollout of these new shops has begun, with plans to open all 200 by fall. Kohl’s plans to open […]
Wanted Fayetteville man found hiding in garage crawl space
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A wanted man was found hiding in a garage crawl space, and a woman was caught lying and harboring him as a fugitive. At around 5:48 AM on August 7, 2024, Cpl. N.D. Hall of the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department received a dispatch from the Fayette County Office of Emergency […]
Federal corrections officers say pay scale contributes to staffing shortage at FCI-Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Union representatives of Local #404-FCI-Beckley have reported that the medium-security men’s federal prison is understaffed. Charlie Turner, president of the union, and executive vice-president Brad McDaniel both said pay for federal corrections officers has not kept pace with pay increases for local and state agencies. As a result, they said, federal […]
Fayette County Humane Society urgently seeks pet food donations
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayette County Humane Society is in urgent need of donations to help feed the animals in their care. The shelter is currently in “code red” status and is experiencing a shortage of dry puppy food and wet dog food. Donations can be made in several ways: Drop off food […]
Beckley Presbyterian Church celebrates 100 years
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Beckley Presbyterian Church is celebrating one hundred years in their current building! The congregation has been in the large stone church since 1924, though the official date the church was founded was back in 1872. Monte Mitchell is the current pastor for the church and said their celebration will honor their […]
A Peek into Summers County’s Past: Flood at Summers County High School
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - This isn't a typical old piece in my collection but it is history nonetheless. This was the first time Summers County High School flooded in November 2003 during my senior year. Since this year is my 20th high school reunion I felt compelled to write a piece related to it. I was always a bit of a history nerd and can recall the terrible downpour that had been occurring that morning for hours. We started school as usual, but it wasn't long until it became anything but a typical school day. On the ride to school, we...
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