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Bluestone and Beckley travel plazas will be closed for the completion of construction
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – The Bluestone Travel Plaza West Virginia Turnpike is scheduled to shut down at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 8, 2024, to make way for the completion of a new travel plaza that is currently under construction at the same location. The fueling stations at the site are already out of service, […]
Police searching for missing juvenile in West Virginia
POINT PLEASANT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Police are requesting the assistance of the public in locating a missing juvenile. According to the Point Pleasant Police Department, they are seeking help in locating a missing juvenile identified as 17-year-old Pricila Michele Patterson. Pricila is approximately 5′ 6″ tall, 98lbs, has green eyes and brown hair with blonde […]
GALLERY: Fayetteville shines in 4th of July Parade despite rain showers
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The rain did not stop Fayetteville residents and visitors from enjoying 4th of July festivities on Thursday. Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival kicked off on Wednesday with a carnival at Charlie McCoy Town Park. The fun continued into Thursday with multiple food and craft vendors set up downtown with multiple contests taking place […]
Milton cancels 4th of July festivities due to weather
MILTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Milton has canceled its 4th of July festivities. According to the city, they have decided to cancel Thursday evening’s festivities due to potential inclement weather. The festivities were planned for April Dawn Park in Milton. City officials say they will try to reschedule the festivities for a later […]
“End of Watch Ride to Remember” event for fallen Nicholas Deputy Thomas Baker to be held Friday
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Nicholas County Sheriff’s Department will host a memorial event to honor Deputy Thomas Baker, who was killed in the line of duty. The event, “End of Watch Ride to Remember,” will take place on Friday, July 5th, at 8:30 AM on Main Street in Summersville in front of the Nicholas […]
Man hit and killed by train in McDowell County
MCDOWELL COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A tragic incident occurred in McDowell County after a man was hit and killed by a train. According to McDowell County Deputies, they responded to a call shortly before 11 pm in Keystone, about a man hit by a train. When deputies arrived, the man was pronounced dead. The identity […]
City of Bluefield seeks public’s help in animal cruelty case
BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Bluefield is requesting the public’s assistance in an active animal cruelty investigation. According to the city, on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, a search warrant was executed on Giles Street, where multiple severely emaciated, sick, and injured dogs were found. Bluefield Animal Control, assisted by Mercer County Animal Control […]
Raleigh County Commission approves transfer of property to veteran’s museum
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An Eisenhower Drive property on Tuesday was approved for transfer by the Raleigh County Commission for use by the Raleigh County Veteran’s Museum. During Tuesday’s Regular Session of the Raleigh County Commission, a property listed at 201 Eisenhower Drive was the subject of discussion as item 5.6 in the “New Business” […]
Woman escapes after being kidnapped
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County woman was able to escape after being kidnapped and tortured. On July 2nd, 2024, Senior Trooper T.D. Richardson was alerted to a disturbing incident that had unfolded over the previous few days in the Fayette County area. According to the undersigned officer’s report, the trooper was approached […]
Governor Justice declares July 5, 2024, a holiday for state employees
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Jim Justice has proclaimed Friday, July 5, 2024, a full-day state holiday for public employees. “We should all take time to reflect on all the sacrifices made by our veterans and active duty military members this Independence Day,” Gov. Justice said. “Their sacrifices are the reason we can celebrate the […]
State Senate Legislative Advisor, Marilyn Hall joins White House Historical Association Council
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Legislative Advisor and Media Specialist for the West Virginia State Senate, Marilyn Hall has been named as a council member for the White House Historical Association. With a council comprising just over one hundred members nationwide, the White House Historical Association was founded by First Lady Jaqueline Kennedy in 1961. The […]
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