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Woman found not guilty in attempted child kidnapping from mall
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A woman who faced charges after an attempted child kidnapping last year at the Charleston Town Center was found not guilty Monday by reason of mental illness. Love Sabatini appeared before Kanawha County Circuit Court Judge Dave Hardy for a plea entry. A plea agreement...
Tigger Lawson is this week’s LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week
(LOOTPRESS) The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week for the week of July 7 – July 13 is Tigger Lawson! Tigger is an exceptionally well behaved pup with a black coat and white features. His According to his family, he is the most handsome boy around! Thanks to all who submitted for this week’s feature and […]
West Virginia man reported missing in Summersville Lake area
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (WOWK) – A West Virginia man has been reported missing in the Summersville Lake area. West Virginia State Police and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources officers are searching for a 44-year-old man from the Morgantown area, according to Lieutenant Mike Coberly with WV DNR. Coberly says the man had gone on […]
Woman arrested after defecating outisde of church
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman was arrested after defecating outside a Beckley church and was found lying in the yard. On July 12, 2024, Beckley Police responded to a report of a suspicious person at 2014 S Kanawha St, at the King Anglican Church. The report involved a female who had defecated in the […]
Fright Nights to begin casting for 2024 haunt
DANIELS, WV (WVNS) — Fright Nights at the Resort at Glade Springs will begin casting for the 2024 haunt in a matter of weeks. The haunt has multiple areas ranging from a haunted corn maze to Camp Kilamee to spook visitors who dare to enter. Desiree Christian, Scare Coach for Fright Nights, said they have […]
Grass and field fires on the rise in Summers County
SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Summers County is currently experiencing a rise in grass and field fires. According to Summers County 911, the county has experienced a rise in grass and field fires due to the recent hot and dry weather. Residents are urged to refrain from outdoor burning until weather conditions improve. The county […]
Crews searching for man they believe drowned at Sutton Lake, officials say
BRAXTON COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Rescue teams are searching for a man who they believe drowned Monday at Sutton Lake in Braxton County, law enforcement said. West Virginia Division of Natural Resources officers said a 25-year-old Charleston man was on a boat with family members when a child began experiencing trouble in the water.
Former shelter dog plays Toto in Abingdon performance
A former shelter dog is now an actor at the Barter Theatre in Abingdon, playing Toto in "The Wizard of Oz.' Max is an 11-year-old terrier mix, and this is the first time he’s acted in a play. "And he takes his role as Toto very seriously which I...
Animal shelter loses power during heat wave
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - On Mondays, the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association is closed to the public, but today without power, they opened their doors and asked the community for help. “Luckily our team is very well versed in dealing with emergencies this year, so we quickly jumped into action to make...
Temporary burn ban goes in to effect for Tazewell County
TAZEWELL, VA (WVNS) — Due to the recent dry weather conditions in the area, a burn ban will be in effect for Tazewell County, Virginia. The burn ban will be in place until Thursday, July 25, 2024, however the date could be reassessed by the Board. All outdoor burning activities, aside from cooking with charcoal […]
Rutter’s to Expand to Virginia
Pennsylvania-based Rutter’s has announced plans to open its first location in Virginia, coming sometime next year. The new site is planned for just east of Winchester, Pa., at the corner of Millwood Pike and Coverstone Drive, reported The Winchester Star. Growing Through New Builds. The new Rutter’s location will...
Woman arrested after telling police she shot her husband
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - One woman has been arrested after she told police she shot her husband. On Saturday, July 13, the Parkersburg Police Department responded to an address on Rayon Dr. in south Parkersburg in reference to a shooting that had already occurred. The subject and arrestee, identified as Bendi Tucker, called 911, stating she had shot her husband, according to the release.
Man arrested after threatening to kill mother, burn her house down
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One man has been arrested after threatening to kill his mother and burn her house down. According to a criminal complaint, on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, police responded to a residence on Washington Street West in Charleston following an argument between 36-year-old Justin Ball and his mother. The complaint states that […]
Caesars Virginia generates over $19 million during the month of June
DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Caesars Virginia casino in Danville generated over $19.2 million during the month of June, the Virginia Lottery announced Monday. The Virginia Lottery adds the value is adjusted to deduct any winnings at the casino. The report says over $14 million was generated through slot machine...
Tazewell County man charged with multiple felonies
TAZEWELL, VA (WVNS) — A Tazewell County man was charged with multiple felonies, some of which included child abuse. 46-year-old Jason David Osborne, of Pounding Mill, Virginia, was charged with four counts of Child Cruelty/Neglect/Abuse, one count Strangulation of Another, and one count of Discharge Firearm or Missiles In/At Occupied Building Unlawfully. The incidents relating […]
Gov. Jim Justice and Babydog to speak at Republican National Convention tonight
MILWAUKEE, WI (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice, along with First Lady Cathy Justice and their dog, Babydog Justice, will attend the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, today. Governor Justice is scheduled to speak, with Babydog Justice set to appear on the main stage between 7:15 and 7:45 PM ET. West Virginians can watch a live […]
Capito celebrates signing of bill that fights against Parkinson’s Disease
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito made her way to Capitol Market in Charleston Monday evening to celebrate the signing of a bill trying to end Parkinson’s Disease. The Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act, which was signed by...
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