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Bob Huggins, Little General Stores donate $100,000 to support cancer care
College Basketball Hall of Fame Coach Bob Huggins and representatives from Little General Stores presented a check to staff at the CAMC Cancer Center – Beckley on Friday, July 12. The annual “Evening with Bob Huggins,” fundraiser was held at Fairchild Motor Company showroom in Beaver, West Virginia presented...
Dirty Birds score 26 in epic win over Lexington
LEXINGTON, K.Y. – The Charleston Dirty Birds made an emphatic statement in Wednesday’s dominant victory over the Lexington Legends. Not only did Charleston score a season-high 26 runs on 27 hits against Lexington’s pitchers, they also pushed their win/loss record back above .500 for the first time this summer.
West Virginia celebrats 50 years of WIC
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is excited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Since its establishment in 1974, WIC has been vital in providing essential nutrition support to vulnerable mothers and young children across the state. To mark […]
Maryland construction workers celebrate $1 million lottery prize
FREDERICK, MD—A pair of construction workers drove all the way from Frederick to a Virginia job site before some Maryland Lottery scratch-off fun completely changed their day. The men revealed a $1 million prize on a 100X The Cash scratch-off, consulted one of their bosses, and quickly returned home to celebrate with 18 holes of golf.
Parking to be restricted at Fayette County Judicial Annex
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Roof replacement has restricted parking at the Fayette County Judicial Annex. Parking at the E Maple Ave lot will be limited for the next two weeks due to the roof replacement at the Fayette County Judicial Annex. During this period, motorists are advised to use the Wiseman Ave parking lot by […]
Corporal Joshua Wickline and K9 Nala: two sidekicks with an amazing tracking story
SMITHERS, WV (WVNS) – Corporal Joshua Wickline has seen his fair share of action in his now 5 years of service. His hard work paid off, being named “favorite law enforcement officer in the county” several times by his peers and the people he serves. Recently, Wickline decided to try his hands with something new: […]
Second Steak 'n Shake in West Virginia Set to Open its Doors in North Central Part of State Next Week
A new national restaurant chain is about to open its doors in North Central West Virginia after a lengthy process to get started. According to media reports, social media posts, and a worker on site, Steak ‘n Shake is set to open its doors this Monday, July 22. WBOY reported this as well (and can be found on their site).
A Day in the Life of a wrangler in West Virginia
POCA, WV (WOWK) – With 10 horses to take care of, every day is a busy day at Circle M Ranch. From cleaning, feeding, grooming and training, there isn’t much wranglers can’t do. You can watch 13 News Anchor Andie Bernhardt tackle the day as a wrangler trainee in the video player above.
West Virginia American Water and American Water Charitable Foundation Provide Over $845,000 in Statewide Support to Communities in 2023
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia American Water today its total charitable contributions for 2023. Last year, the company gave more than $459,000 in grants, charitable donations, and program support to nearly 127 organizations in West Virginia. Additionally, the American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF) granted $386,200 and provided employee matching gifts, impacting communities served by […]
Road reopens after Sissonville crash
UPDATE: (6:30 P.M. Thursday, July 18) – Allens Fork Road has reopened after a crash in Sissonville. The crash had one lane of traffic temporarily closed. Kanawha County dispatchers say no injuries were reported in the crash. KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – One lane of traffic is shut down...
West Virginia International Sports Jamboree kicks off Friday
CAIRO — The West Virginia International Sports Jamboree kicks off Friday evening at North Bend State Park where mobility and visually impaired participants will take the field in numerous endeavors. Friday’s activities feature a free concert by the Midnight Outlaws, a Ritchie County-based southern rock band, with the bulk...
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