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14-year old WV cowboy wins a world championship
Des Moines, Iowa, – Koalton Heckler, 14, of Mill Creek, West Virginia won “World Reserve Champion” in chute dogging at the National Junior High Finals Rodeo in Des Moines, Iowa. Chute dogging is an event that prepares youth and junior high cowboys for steer wrestling. Competitors must...
Why the suit to void a council primary in Lynchburg matters across Virginia
Meanwhile, a look at the math involved with the 125 mail ballots that have been questioned. The post Why the suit to void a council primary in Lynchburg matters across Virginia appeared first on Cardinal News.
Ex-girlfriend activates ex-boyfriend’s debit card to make purchases
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An ex-girlfriend faces charges after activating and using a debit card in her ex-boyfriend’s name. On June 10, 2024, a male victim filed a walk-in complaint at the West Virginia State Police Beckley Detachment regarding fraudulent debit card use. Scott stated he had never owned any credit or debit card […]
Suspect in armed robbery arrested, accused of kidnapping and strangling woman
MOSSY, WV (WVNS) – A Mossy man is facing felony charges stemming from two separate incidents. Back on June 15th, an armed robbery occurred at the Midway T&C Gas Station. Detectives were later able to identify Clinton H. Hall as a suspect in the investigation. On the 29th, deputies were contacted by the owner of […]
Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore and D.C. and Virginia Area
This week the AFRO compiled a list of events happening throughout the month of July in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) area. Take a look below to see what’s happening near you!. Captain America Movie Marathon. Are there any Marvel fans in the family? If so, the Enoch...
Fayette County man arrested on drug charges after police find fentanyl and methamphetamines in his vehicle
VICTOR, WV (WVNS) — A Fayette County man faces drug charges. Rufus R. Keeney of Victor was pulled over just before noon on July 2, 2024 for a minor traffic violation in the Chimney Corner area. During the stop, deputies received consent to search the vehicle. A narcotics-detecting K-9 also gave a positive indication during […]
Fayetteville Town Council approves pay raise for police officers and clerks
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayetteville Town Council has approved pay raises for its town police officers and clerks at the department. At their regular town council meeting Tuesday evening, the Fayetteville Town Council approved an extra 75 cents per hour pay raise for all town police officers and clerks. There was no discussion among […]
Kirby appointed judge, resigns from House of Delegate
Gov. Jim Justice has appointed Del. Todd Kirby to be circuit judge in Raleigh County. He replaces Judge Robert Burnside, who announced last year he would not seek reelection. Kirby, R-Raleigh, resigned from the House of Delegates effective Tuesday, according to the letter he sent to House Speaker Roger Hanshaw Tuesday. “I am grateful for […] The post Kirby appointed judge, resigns from House of Delegate appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Watch Jaws while floating on the lake at Ace Adventure Resort
MINDEN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – ACE Adventure Resort invites thrill-seekers and movie lovers to a unique event: a screening of the classic film Jaws while floating in the park’s lake. Attendees can enjoy an after-hours swim from 8 to 9 PM before the movie starts. Guests can watch the film from the comfort of an inner […]
Concord University President, Dr. Kendra Boggess, to retire in August 2025
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) — President of Concord University, Dr. Kendra Boggess, announced she will be retiring after the 2024-2025 academic year. According to a press release, Dr. Boggess will be hanging it up after serving Mountain Lions of Concord College (and now) University for 41 years. She became CU’s first woman to serve as President […]
2 DUI checkpoints to be held in NCWV next week
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The West Virginia State Police will hold two DUI checkpoints in North Central West Virginia next week. The first checkpoint will be held in Monongalia County on Thursday, July 11th along U.S. Route 19/WV Route 7. This checkpoint will take place near the Pursglove post office...
Tamir Rice’s Killer Cop Timothy Loehmann Just Can’t Keep A Job
Timothy Loehmann, the police officer who shot and killed 12-year-old Tamir Rice in 2014, is once again out of a job. The post Tamir Rice’s Killer Cop Timothy Loehmann Just Can’t Keep A Job appeared first on NewsOne.
Ronceverte man arrested after domestic disturbance call
RONCEVERTE W.Va. (WVDN) – A Ronceverte officer received a call regarding a domestic disturbance and yelling on June 29, at approximately 8:07 p.m. Several officers with the Ronceverte Police Department responded to investigate the cause of the disturbance. Upon arriving in the area, officers could hear people yelling. The officers reportedly spoke with individuals at […] The post Ronceverte man arrested after domestic disturbance call appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Louisa County excited to host VA State Little League Major Baseball Tournament
LOUISA COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Louisa County will soon host some of the best little league baseball players in Virginia. District 14 and Louisa Little League will be hosting the 2024 Virginia State Little League Major Baseball Tournament in Louisa County later this month. The tournament will run July 18-23...
Buchanan Co., Va. man dies in crash
RUSSELL CO., Va. (WYMT) - A southwest Virginia man was involved in a deadly crash on Sunday, June 30. In their investigation, officials with Virginia State Police said the crash happened at 10:05 p.m. on Swords Creek Road in Russell County, Virginia. According to VSP, Tony R. Hill, 65, of...
‘Leave the fireworks to the pros’: Officials beg civilians to play it safe this Fourth of July
Independence Day is on the horizon and people across Virginia are getting ready and making plans to celebrate -- but if those plans include setting off any fireworks, plans may need to change.
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