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Oak Hill to host Clean Up Day next week
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The city of Oak Hill is inviting residents to join the effort to make the town cleaner and more beautiful at the upcoming Oak Hill Clean Up Day on August 22, 2024. This event, which will take place rain or shine, is organized with the support of the WV Community […]
Electric boating manufacturer closing West Virginia facility a little over a year after opening
BEECH BOTTOM, W.Va. (WTRF) — A little more than a year after its ribbon-cutting ceremony, Pure Watercraft in Brooke County has closed its Beech Bottom Industrial Park production facility. Economic Development Secretary Mitch Carmichael confirmed with MetroNews “Talkline” on Thursday, citing falling short with its private capital investment....
State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Thursday, August 15
GENERAL INFORMATION 8 a.m. – Gates open 11 a.m. – Carnival rides ope 12 p.m. – West Virginia Lottery Opens ENTERTAINMENT 10 a.m., 1 p.m. – FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – Catherine Hickland 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – Hot Glass Academy […] The post State Fair of West Virginia schedule for Thursday, August 15 appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Eleven West Virginia inmates sentenced for smuggling drugs into prisons
CLARKSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Eleven inmates have been sentenced for smuggling drugs into West Virginia prisons. According to U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld, eleven inmates in the Northern District of West Virginia have been sentenced for smuggling or attempting to smuggle drugs into several federal prisons. The inmates were involved in smuggling operations at Federal Correctional […]
Gov. Justice orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, August 14, in honor of former Delegate Ron Fragale
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice has ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Harrison County to be displayed at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of former West Virginia Delegate, Ron Fragale. Ron […] The post Gov. Justice orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, August 14, in honor of former Delegate Ron Fragale appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Second bee sting death in Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A second person is reported as having died due to a bee sting in Raleigh County. Although, this time, the victim did not have a known allergy to the insects. So, how did this happen? Diane Tyson was a healthy 63-year-old Air Force veteran from Raleigh County. As an avid lover […]
City Council members urge transparency, eschew executive session for Fruits of Labor lease discussion
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The oft-revisited issue of a Fruits of Labor lease emerged yet again at Tuesday evening’s meeting of Beckley City Council, with council members insisting that the issue be addressed before the public as opposed to during a private executive session discussion. Council member, Natalie Coots stated that the issue had been […]
Two Arrested at The State Fair of West Virginia
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (Hinton News) — The State Fair of West Virginia saw two arrests of wanted men during the 10-day event. According to a report from WVVA, on Tuesday, August 13, Zachariah Hughart, 20, was arrested and charged with using minors to film sexually explicit content. Hughart had been the subject of a "be on the lookout" (BOLO) alert issued by the Lewisburg Police Department. A fair attendee reportedly recognized Hughart and alerted authorities. The West Virginia State Police located and arrested him without incident. Earlier, on August 10, Billy Joe Lester, 35, was arrested at the fairgrounds. Lester was wanted in connection with charges in Wyoming County, Raleigh County, and Guilford, North Carolina. Off-duty officers from Wyoming County allegedly spotted Lester and informed troopers who were working at the fair. He was also taken into custody without resistance. Both men are currently incarcerated at Southern Regional Jail. Hughart has a $75,000 bond and Lester presently has no bond out of Greenbrier or Wyoming counties and a $5,000 out of Raleigh County. The post Two Arrested at The State Fair of West Virginia appeared first on The Hinton News.
Man gets second DUI after crashing ATV
BOONE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man gets his second DUI after crashing ATV, and deputies find up to 10 beer cans scattered across the road. On Monday, August 12, 2024, at around 9:28 PM, Deputy Hicks was sent to 30827 Pond Fork Road in Bim regarding a possible motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, he […]
Evidence left at crime scene lands woman in jail
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Blood and fingerprints left at a crime scene led to the capture of a burglary suspect. On July 28, 2024, at around 10:30 AM, Officer E. D. Leftwich was sent by Mercer County 911 to 800 Highland Ave, Princeton, Mercer County, WV, in response to a reported burglary. Upon arriving, he […]
Man pours three Twisted Teas and grass seed over woman during fight
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A husband was charged after a physical altercation broke out; he slammed the female to the ground and poured three cans of Twisted Tea and a bag of grass seed over her. On August 13, 2024, Beckley Police went to 201 Baker St. after receiving a report from a third party […]
Man throws glass of Pepsi on girlfriend and one-year-old child
BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man is in jail after throwing a glass of Pepsi at his girlfriend and one-year-old child after he drank two “40’s”. On August 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM, Patrolman H. D. Browning responded to a domestic disturbance at 1907 Bluefield Ave. Upon arrival, a white male exited the house and indicated […]
WVDNR reminds bear hunters about early firearms seasons
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that two early black bear firearms seasons will begin on August 31 and October 5. Hunters are encouraged to prepare by purchasing the necessary licenses and stamps. The first season runs from August 31 to September 8 in Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and […]
2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar now available to purchase
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that the 2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is now available to purchase online and in stores around the state. This year also marks the 40th anniversary of the WVDNR publishing the popular calendar, which helps fund important Wildlife Resources Section programs. Calendars can […] The post 2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar now available to purchase appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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