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Johnson outduels Edwards, Man defeats Hedgesville 2-0 in Little League Softball State Tournament
FAYETTEVILLE Man’s Mia Johnson and Hedgesville’s Kenzie Edwards both were dominant for seven innings, but a costly Hedgesville error led to two unearned runs in the fifth inning as the Man Little League advanced to Wednesday’s championship game of the loser’s bracket defeating the Hedgesville Little League 2-0 Tuesday evening in the West Virginia Little League Softball State Tournament at Charlie McCoy Town Park.
Altercation leads to deadly shooting
LENORE — A deadly shooting occurred on July 5 in Lenore. According to a press release by the West Virginia State Police earlier in the day, Trooper J. C. Morrison responded to a shooting at a residence between Lenore and Naugatuck along Rt. 65. The victim identified as 42-year-old Charles Speer of Kermit traveled to the residence of 50-year-old David Hodge of Lenore. A physical altercation occurred, during which Speer was shot multiple times. Speer was transported to Williamson ARH where he was pronounced dead. Speer is being sent to Frankfort, Kentucky for an autopsy.
Logan defeats Sophia to win Senior League state championship
Logan defeated Sophia Monday evening to win the West Virginia Senior League State Tournament (Photo courtesy of West Virginia Little League District 8 Facebook). WEBSTER SPRINGS The Logan Senior League captured the state championship Monday night with a 7-2 win over Sophia Senior League at Don E. McCourt Field. With...
Oceana City Council to meet Thursday
OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The upcoming Oceana City Council meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at the Oceana City Hall. Mayor Evans will initiate the proceedings with opening comments and calling the meeting to order. Agenda Highlights: WVMLP Discovery Responses: There will be a discussion and verification of discovery responses […]
Chapmanville 11-12-year-olds state tournament bound
The Chapmanville 11-12-year-old All-Star baseball team won the West Virginia District 2 tournament runner-up game 7-2 against Logan on July 1 to advance to the state tournament which begins on July 19. Chapmanville fell to Madison in the District 2 championship game in eight innings before the triumph in the...
Harts Plumbers, Electricians and HVAC Technicians share tips to help homeowners prepare their home cooling systems for summer and ensure their families stay safe and comfortable during the hottest months of the year.
Harts Plumbers, Electricians and HVAC Technicians share tips to help homeowners prepare their home cooling systems for summer and ensure their families stay safe and comfortable during the hottest months of the year.
Woman identified, arrest made after body found in Lincoln County
HAMLIN, W.Va. — West Virginia State Police have identified the woman whose body was found in Lincoln County and made an arrest in the case. Marissa Brandjes of Parkersburg, West Virginia, was found at Taunton Way off Frances Creek Road near Harts, West Virginia, on Monday, June 24.
Former Martin County man fatally shot in Lenore, police investigating
LENORE, W.Va. — A former Martin County, Kentucky, resident was fatally shot early Friday morning at a residence in Lenore, West Virginia, authorities said. The victim, Charles Speer, 42, of Kermit, West Virginia, was pronounced dead after the shooting, according to the West Virginia State Police (WVSP). The alleged...
WV State Police continue investigation into fatal shooting near Lenore
LENORE A Mingo County resident says he shot and killed a man that came to his house and started a fight. West Virginia State Police First Sergeant MS Lively says 42-year-old Charles Speer, of Kermit, was shot by a fifty-year-old homeowner early Friday morning. Lively told MetroNews that Speer went...
Burley Ray Muncy Obituary
Burley Ray Muncy, 62, of Kermit, West Virginia, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at the Tug Valley ARH Medical Center in South Williamson, Kentucky. Born Aug. 11, 1961 in Kermit, he was the son of the late Burley Muncy and Violet Marcum Johnson. Burley is preceded in death by...
Ronnie Lee Howell Obituary
Ronnie Lee Howell, 67, of Kermit, West Virginia, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024 at the Bluegrass Hospice Center of Lexington, Kentucky. Born Nov. 23, 1956 in South Williamson, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Carmel and Dorothy Chaffin Howell. Ronnie was a truck driver and a surface...
James Luther Scott Obituary
James Luther Scott, age 84, of Pilgrim, passed away July 6, 2024 at Highlands Appalachian Regional Hospital. He was born July 30, 1939 in Pike County to the late Axton and June Meade Scott. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Vadie Howell Scott;...
Erika Mullins hits go-ahead double in 7th, Man LL wins 7-6 over Craigsville in LL State Softball Tournament
FAYETTEVILLE Erika Mullins doubled home the go-ahead run with two outs in the top of the seventh and the Man Little League fought off elimination defeating the Craigsville Little League 7-6 in seven innings Monday evening in the West Virginia Little League Softball State Tournament at Charlie McCoy Town Park.
Rylan Lambert's walk-off sacrifice fly in 7th propels Logan LL to 7-6 win over Summersville LL
FAYETTEVILLE Rylan Lambert hit a walk-off sacrifice fly and Kaylee Conley doubled home the tying runs in the seventh inning and the Logan Little League defeated Summersville 7-6 in seven innings Monday evening in the West Virginia Little League Softball State Tournament at Charlie McCoy Town Park. After loading the...
30th annual Bible Basketball Camp set to get underway July 8
The First Baptist Church of Williamson is gearing up to host its highly anticipated 30th annual Bible Basketball Camp at the historic Williamson Field House from July 8 to July 12. Children up to third grade are invited to attend from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., while grades four to...
Week Six Grid Spotlight: Tug to play at rival Rebels, Miners host Scott
It's rivalry week in Week 6 of the 2024 high school football season on Oct. 4 as the Tug Valley Panthers are set to travel north on US 52 to take on the Tolsia Rebels at Glenhayes. That same night, the Mingo Central Miners will be home atop Miner Mountain...
Lady Panthers reveal 2024-25 basketball schedule
NAUGATUCK – It's looking to be a good year for the Tug Valley High School girls' basketball team for the upcoming round ball season. The Lady Panthers will certainly be put to the test as Tug Valley has revealed its 2024-25 basketball schedule. Coach Seth Ooten said one game...
Logan Social Security office to temporarily close
LOGAN – The Social Security Office at the Fountain Place Mall will temporarily close for an 11-day period beginning next week. The office, located at 1103 George Kostas Drive in Logan, will be closed from Monday, July 15 through Friday, July 26 in order to undergo required maintenance. The office will reopen Monday, July 29.
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