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Independence Day serves as a reminder for Americans everywhere
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Election years always draw more major disagreements between would-be friends compared to other years. Many people feel as though there is more division than ever among people in the United States of America. Whether it be at events, in the workplace, or even at the family dinner table – differences seem […]
Pat White & Steve Slaton: No. 3 All-Time College Football Duo Revealed
West Virginia's former stars, quarterback Pat White and running back Steve Slaton, have been recognized as the No. 3 playmaking duo in college football history by 247Sports, excelling together from 2005 to 2007, with notable achievements and a potent ground attack. Steve Slaton: 664 attempts, 3923 yards, 5.9 avg, 50...
A symbol of patriotism: bald eagles in the mountain state
BROOKS, WV (WVNS) — Near the 4th of July holiday, people are sure to see plenty of symbols of America’s patriotism all around – the waving of red, white, and blue flags, the playing of the Star Spangled Banner, and, of course, images of bald eagles. Did you know that the bald eagle has not […]
How to properly dispose of fireworks
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Once fireworks are used, what should you do with them? With fireworks being a popular addition to Independence Day, it is important to know how to dispose of them properly. Throwing away fireworks that are still hot can be dangerous. Chris Graham, Fire Marshal for the City of Beckley, said water […]
Lions Club guides fundraiser to a good cause
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – The Lions Club of Fayetteville made it their mission to help the community. At the Fayetteville 4th of July Celebration, they were a guiding light to help others. The Lions Club sold Rattlesnake Walking Sticks for their sight conservation cause. The club had everything from small sticks for kiddos to full […]
Woman dies in July 4th motorcycle accident in Raleigh County
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — An investigation remains active after a woman died in a motorcycle accident in Raleigh County on July 4th. According to an incident report from the Troop 6 of the West Virginia State Police, Troopers responded to a single motorcycle accident at the 2300 block of Route 3, Hinton Road in […]
State Police ask for public assistance to locate Kanawha County man
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — State Police are asking for help to locate a missing Kanawha County man. William "Bud" Hill, 67, is missing from the Belle area, according to a news release from West Virginia State Police. The news release describes Hill as being 5-foot-10 tall and weighing...
Raleigh County Commission approves $4,975 grant for Day Report Center
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of the Raleigh County Commission came together this week for the commission’s Regular Session meeting at which a grant for the Raleigh County Day Report Center was presented for consideration. The grant, presented for consideration in the amount of $4,975, would be used for the training of Day Report Center […]
Son physically assaults mother over eyeglasses
LEWISBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A son physically assaults his mother after demanding his eyeglasses. On July 2, 2024, Corporal S.M. Simmons from the Lewisburg Police Department responded to a Domestic complaint in Lewisburg, WV. The victim had dialed 911, reporting that her son Travis Vandevander had forcefully entered her bedroom and physically assaulted her. Upon […]
Hinton woman turns 106 on Fourth of July holiday
HINTON, W.Va. (WVVA) - A Summers County woman is celebrating her birthday this Independence Day. Myrtle Brabb, of Hinton, turned 106 today. Last year, Brabb was sent more than 1,500 birthday cards from all over the country after the Hinton Hope Foundation relayed that her only wish for her birthday was to receive card.
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