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Drunk man arrested after reportedly ‘beating and kicking’ dog
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Cabell County man faces charges following an incident on Sunday during which a dog was reportedly beating and kicking a dog. According to Cabell County Court documents, on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 7:05pm, authorities responded to the Huntington area with regard to reports of a male “beating and kicking […]
Man stole car, claimed he was going to return it after he got married
OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A man stole a car and claimed he would return it after getting married. At around 8:14 pm on July 2, 2024, deputies from Wyoming County responded to a stolen vehicle complaint at the Dollar General in Oceana. The complainant reported that Tommy Wilson had taken her father’s vehicle from her […]
Man sentenced to 120 months for transporting meth to West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man has been sentenced to 120 months for transporting meth to West Virginia. According to U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld, Bacarre H. Curtis, age 23, of Eastpointe, Michigan, was sentenced on June 25 to 120 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fifty grams or more of methamphetamine. […]
Ryan Browning take Oath of Office in WV
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Ryan Browning of Kenova officially takes the Oath of Office in the West Virginia House of Delegates in a simple ceremony on Wednesday, July 3. Browning, who owns a transportation business, was appointed to represent the 28th Delegate District, which encompasses a portion of Wayne County. He will complete the unexpired […]
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 […]
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 […]
Disaster declaration issued for April 11 flooding in Kanawha County
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – It was announced this week that a FEMA Disaster Declaration was signed by President Joe Biden for the April 11, 2024, flooding in Kanawha County. The declaration will purportedly allow for assistance opportunities for individuals impacted by the flooding the those who meeting FEMA guidelines. Individuals may utilize the Dunbar Recreation Centers […]
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 […]
State Historic Preservation Grant for the Memorial Building Porch to be considered at Fayette County Commission meeting
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The planned agenda for the upcoming meeting of the Fayette County Commission has been announced and will include consideration of a State Historic Preservation Grant for the Memorial Building Porch. Scheduled for 9:00am on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the upcoming session will address a number of planned agenda items including a […]
“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 […]
Gabby Barrett to perform in West Virginia
WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Country music sensation Gabby Barrett will be performing in West Virginia this September. Barrett is set to perform at the Capitol Theatre in Wheeling on September 8th at 7:30 PM. Tickets for the highly anticipated show are on sale and can be purchased here. Barrett is touring in support of her […]
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 […]
Berkeley County Battlefield Park announced
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A partnership was announced this week for the establishment of Berkely County’s very first Battlefield Park. Made possible by a public-private partnership between members of the Berkeley County Commission, Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation, and Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation Board, the development will entail the preservation of Hoke’s Run Battlefield […]
Sandstone Falls: A natural marvel on the New River
SANDSTONE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Sandstone Falls, the largest waterfall on the New River, spans a dramatic 1,500 feet across, dropping between 10 to 25 feet over a series of islands. This natural wonder marks the New River’s transition from a broad waterway to a narrow, roaring mountain river as it begins its final rush through […]
High school students participate in WVSOM clinical anatomy camp
LEWISBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) invited high school students to its Greenbrier County campus for an in-depth look at the human body during the second annual Clinical Anatomy Summer Experience camp, also known as C.A.S.E. Young science enthusiasts are invited to the camp for one week for an […]
Planet Fitness to open new location in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Planet Fitness is set to open another location in the Mountain State. According to the Planet Fitness website, they will be opening a new location in Charleston. The new gym will be located at 2846 Mountaineer Blvd in Charleston. An opening date has not yet been announced, but a Pre-Grand Opening […]
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” […]
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