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Eleven West Virginia inmates sentenced for smuggling drugs into prisons
CLARKSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Eleven inmates have been sentenced for smuggling drugs into West Virginia prisons. According to U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld, eleven inmates in the Northern District of West Virginia have been sentenced for smuggling or attempting to smuggle drugs into several federal prisons. The inmates were involved in smuggling operations at Federal Correctional […]
Gov. Justice orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, August 14, in honor of former Delegate Ron Fragale
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice has ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Harrison County to be displayed at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of former West Virginia Delegate, Ron Fragale. Ron […] The post Gov. Justice orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, August 14, in honor of former Delegate Ron Fragale 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 […]
Two Arrested at The State Fair of West Virginia
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (Hinton News) — The State Fair of West Virginia saw two arrests of wanted men during the 10-day event. According to a report from WVVA, on Tuesday, August 13, Zachariah Hughart, 20, was arrested and charged with using minors to film sexually explicit content. Hughart had been the subject of a "be on the lookout" (BOLO) alert issued by the Lewisburg Police Department. A fair attendee reportedly recognized Hughart and alerted authorities. The West Virginia State Police located and arrested him without incident. Earlier, on August 10, Billy Joe Lester, 35, was arrested at the fairgrounds. Lester was wanted in connection with charges in Wyoming County, Raleigh County, and Guilford, North Carolina. Off-duty officers from Wyoming County allegedly spotted Lester and informed troopers who were working at the fair. He was also taken into custody without resistance. Both men are currently incarcerated at Southern Regional Jail. Hughart has a $75,000 bond and Lester presently has no bond out of Greenbrier or Wyoming counties and a $5,000 out of Raleigh County. The post Two Arrested at The State Fair of West Virginia appeared first on The Hinton News.
Evidence left at crime scene lands woman in jail
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Blood and fingerprints left at a crime scene led to the capture of a burglary suspect. On July 28, 2024, at around 10:30 AM, Officer E. D. Leftwich was sent by Mercer County 911 to 800 Highland Ave, Princeton, Mercer County, WV, in response to a reported burglary. Upon arriving, he […]
Man pours three Twisted Teas and grass seed over woman during fight
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A husband was charged after a physical altercation broke out; he slammed the female to the ground and poured three cans of Twisted Tea and a bag of grass seed over her. On August 13, 2024, Beckley Police went to 201 Baker St. after receiving a report from a third party […]
Man throws glass of Pepsi on girlfriend and one-year-old child
BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man is in jail after throwing a glass of Pepsi at his girlfriend and one-year-old child after he drank two “40’s”. On August 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM, Patrolman H. D. Browning responded to a domestic disturbance at 1907 Bluefield Ave. Upon arrival, a white male exited the house and indicated […]
WVDNR reminds bear hunters about early firearms seasons
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that two early black bear firearms seasons will begin on August 31 and October 5. Hunters are encouraged to prepare by purchasing the necessary licenses and stamps. The first season runs from August 31 to September 8 in Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and […]
Carnegie Hall now accepting teaching proposals for 2024 fall classes and workshops
LEWISBURG, W.Va. – Would you like to be a part of the vibrant arts community here in the Greenbrier Valley? Carnegie Hall is seeking instructors for its Fall 2024 Classes and Workshops. Anyone interested in teaching an arts-related class or workshop is invited to submit a proposal. Classes are...
Sweet Springs mystery-film project looks to add local talent
Writer/director Kent Allen is on the lookout for locals interested in various levels of filmmaking to help with his project set in the Sweet Springs Resort Park. Sweet Springs has been the site of many exciting things like historic events, paranormal investigations, and community activities. This fall it will be one of the filming locations for P27: The Series, a tense drama/mystery/thriller set in a psychiatric faculty.
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