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National Analyst Names Virginia Tech One Of College Football's Dark Horses To Win A Conference Championship
The 2024 College Football season is inching closer and there is a lot of hype surrounding Virginia Tech coming into the year. They have the most returning produ
Virginia Tech class of 2026 targets updated Top247 rankings
On Wednesday, 247Sports announced their 2026 Top 247 rankings update live on the Football Recruiting Podcast. Notably, Virginia Tech's first commit of the 2026 class, Peyton Falzone, made a splash by landing at number 216 nationally. Here's a list of other targets and their updated rankings:. Committed QB Peyton Falzone.
Meadow Bridge man arrested on felony charges following traffic stop
MEADOW BRIDGE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Meadow Bridge resident is facing multiple felony charges following a traffic stop on July 4, 2024. According to Fayette County Chief Deputy Shannon Morris, Corporal Joshua Wickline was patrolling the Meadow Bridge area when he pulled over a vehicle for a minor violation. During the stop, deputies discovered numerous […]
Bell at the McDowell County Courthouse to chime for the first time in around 20 years
WELCH, WV (WVNS) — After many years of silence, the bell at the McDowell County Courthouse will ring again at the beginning of August 2024. According to a post on the McDowell County Commission’s Facebook page, at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 1, 2024, the Courthouse bell will ring 12 times after around 20 years […]
Three arrested in Raleigh County after 10-year-old not fed, found living in deplorable conditions
PROSPERITY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Three people have been arrested in Raleigh County after a 10-year-old reported she was not being fed. The responding deputy stated the living conditions were some of the worst he had seen in his 10 years of law enforcement. According to a criminal complaint, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, a welfare […]
Risks and regulations for ATV riders when using public roads
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A number of residents in Raleigh and Fayette counties have said they want local police to offer relief from a reported surge in the number of people driving off-road vehicles on public roads. In some cases, however, it is legal to use ATVs on public roads according to a Beckley Police […]
Will the Hokies Start Off Hot in 2024?! Opponent Preview Pt. 1 | Two Deep
Pete and Sam were joined by SOS writer Robert Irby to preview the first six opponents on the Hokies 2024 football schedule - Vanderbilt, Marshall, Old Dominion, Rutgers, Miami, and Stanford. How will Tech fare? The boys are optimistic!
Princeton Health Care Center announces passing of beloved staff member
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Princeton Health Care Center shared the news last week of a beloved staff member’s passing. 25-year-old Sarah Smith was a resident of the Princeton area and was a loving mother to her 6-year-old daughter. Her compassionate demeanor and charismatic nature were among the Mercer County resident’s most notable qualities according to […]
Peebles named to Nagurski Trophy watch list
BLACKSBURG - Virginia Tech defensive tackle Aeneas Peebles has been named to the watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy by the Football Writers Association of America. The award has been presented annually since 1993 to college football’s best defensive player. Peebles (6-1, 290), who spent four seasons at...
County and city officials discuss plans for Pinecrest Industrial Park development
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Attorneys for the City of Beckley and the Raleigh County Commission plan to meet on Thursday, August 1, 2024, to set a development plan for Pinecrest Industrial Park, once overseen by the non-profit Pinecrest Development Corporation. The group deeded the 146-acre property to the City of Beckley in early 2022, under […]
Aspen Corporation welcomes new COO
DANIELS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Aspen Corporation, a top provider of nationwide golf course construction, renovation, and irrigation, along with full-service landscape and environmental/site work services regionally, is excited to announce the appointment of Mr. Joey Childress as the company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO). In his role as COO, Childress will be responsible for overseeing Aspen’s […]
Color Dash for Hope back for 2nd year at ACE Adventure Resort
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) — The second annual Color Dash for Hope is coming up this Saturday at ACE Adventure Resort in Fayette County. The 5-K will take you throughout ACE’s 2000 acres – all for a great cause. Proceeds from the race will go to benefit Hope in the Hills, an organization that promotes […]
Raleigh County Family Support Center & United Way unveil Little Free Library location
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Family Support Center on Tuesday teamed with United Way of Southern West Virginia for the unveiling of a Little Free Library location which will provide literary materials to young readers throughout Raleigh County. Granted as one of only 50 new locations across the country, the resource was unveiled […]
Park Middle School gym construction continues in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The Roadrunners at Park Middle School in Beckley will see a new gymnasium and classrooms, once construction of a new wing is completed. Raleigh County Schools Superintendent Dr. Serena Starcher said on Monday, July 29, 2024, that STEM and computer science rooms were practically ready for students and that she anticipated […]
White Oak Public Service District receives investment from USDA Rural Development
GLEN JEAN, WV (WVNS) — The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development made a major investment into the White Oak Public Service District in Fayette County. USDA Rural Development invested $1.6 million dollars into the Glen Jean Wastewater Treatment Facility which falls under White Oak PSD jurisdiction. This is the latest in a line […]
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