Mount Nebo
LATEST NEWS
Woman arrested after running over pedestrian following argument with boyfriend
PRATT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One woman has been arrested after running over a man following an argument with her boyfriend. According to a criminal complaint, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, an officer with the Pratt Police Department responded to Campbell Avenue for a pedestrian struck by a car. Upon arrival, the officer found a pedestrian […]
Cottrell retires as CBHS principal
BLACKSVILLE, W.Va. — After 23 years of service at Clay-Battelle High School, David Cottrell retired as the school’s principal at the end of the year to take up the role of president of the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference. Cottrell came to Clay-Battelle High School as the assistant principal...
Fish the New River with Premier West Virginia Outdoors
SANDSTONE, WV (WOAY) – Matt Whitt started his guide service, Premier West Virginia Outdoors in 2023, calling it his passion. He’s been floating and fishing the upper end of the New River Gorge (Sandstone/Meadow Creek area, into the Glade Creek/Grandview-Sandbar area) for 39 years, and guiding fishermen for 20.
Property owner victim of hit and run incident in Oak Hill
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A property owner has been the victim of a hit-and-run incident that occurred in Oak Hill Friday morning. Oak Hill resident Savanah Byers-Cook tells LOOTPRESS that a vehicle ran off the road and into her fence on Center Street in the Rosedale area of Oak Hill. The vehicle also struck […]
Fireworks shows happening near New River Gorge National Park
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Independence Day is quickly approaching so we’ve compiled a list of fireworks shows near America’s newest national park. LOOTPRESS has compiled the following list of scheduled fireworks shows for communities surrounding New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. FAYETTEVILLE: Fireworks will begin at dusk on Thursday, July 4. The Fayetteville Heritage […]
Haven Development, LLC
HAVEN DEVELOPMENT, LLC, a participant in the Virgin Islands Economic Development Incentive Program of the US Virgin Islands, has a procurement requirement to purchase goods and services locally in the Virgin Islands to the maximum extent practicable and regularly purchases the following types of goods and/or services:. Construction Supplies and...
Pretrial hearing in case of Nicholas County man charged in deputy’s death
SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. — The trial for the man charged in the June 2022 shooting death of Nicholas County Sheriff’s Deputy Tom Baker is scheduled to go on trial July 23 in Summersville. Brent Tyler Kelly, 30, of Birch River, was in court Friday for a pretrial hearing before...
Make A Splash This Summer: Top Tips for the Ultimate Pool Party
(BPT) - Everyone loves a pool party — the warm sun, refreshing water, plus all the fun and games happening in and around the pool that make it the coolest way to spend time with friends and family in the summertime. Want to keep everyone happy, hydrated and entertained...
Little League Softball: Sophia blanks Beckley for District 4 title
Fayetteville – Sophia Little League Softball All-Stars head coach Brent Haga is not opposed to being the visiting team. Haga readily admits he prefers it that way. “I like to be the visiting team from the coin toss, so we can come out swinging and hitting the ball,” Haga explained. “We want to make a statement early in the game and keep the bats going.”
Traveling WV: Burger Carte
SMITHERS, W.Va. (WCHS) — It simply doesn’t get any more red, white, and blue than the small-town burger joint. Unfortunately, this iconic slice of Americana is slipping away due to the advent of fast food giants like McDonald’s, Wendy's, and Burger King. However, West Virginia has always been a bit of a throwback with several burger joints standing strong in the face of sheer corporate volume and gigantic advertising budgets.
Fire at Summersville Save A Lot prompts response from emergency units
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Emergency units made their way to the Summersville Save A Lot location on Wednesday following reports of a potential working structure fire. According to the Summersville Fire Department, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, units with the SFD were dispatched to the Save A Lot grocery store. Upon arriving at the scene, […]
This West Virginia Birding And Nature Center Makes For The Perfect Unique Day Trip
Are you a birder? I am, albeit quite an amateur, and I’m always on the lookout for good bird-watching opportunities. Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains near the New River Gorge Bridge in the New River Gorge National Park, the New River Birding & Nature Center in Fayetteville, West Virginia, is a beautiful hidden gem for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers alike. It flies (pun intended, of course!) under the radar for many, but this 230-acre nature preserve that features a gazebo (affectionately known as the “outdoor classroom”) and an accessible boardwalk trail offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of the New River Gorge region.
WV Hive hosts Network & Resource Fair at Historic Black Knight Country Club
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The public was invited to network with several local and federal businesses, courtesy of the West Virginia Hive Network. This free event was held at the Historic Black Knight Country Club from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thursday, June 27, 2024. Universities and community colleges set up shop to offer […]
Vickie Williams
Vickie Williams, 67, of Cowen, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at CAMC Memorial Division, Hospice Care. Born June 5, 1957 in Richwood, she was the daughter of the late Elmer “Lynn” Williams and Mona (Moore) Williams Cutlip. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...
Fayette County man arrested after leading police on chase with missing front tire
LANSING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County man has been arrested after leading police on a chase with a missing front tire. According to a criminal complaint, Jonathan Allen Richmond, 38 of Lookout, was apprehended on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, after failing to stop his Ford F150 pickup truck missing a front tire. Police attempted […]
$100,000 scratch-off winner sold in Summersville
SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A $100,000 scratch-off winner was recently sold in Summersville. According to the West Virginia Lottery, a $100,000 winning XXXXX scratch-off ticket was sold in Summersville on Friday, June 21, 2024. The winning ticket was purchased at Little General #2450 located at Merchants Walk. The winner has been identified as Norbert S. […]
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.