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Madison man arrested on drug related charges
MADISON W.Va. (WVDN) – A man has been arrested drug related charges in Madison. The West Virginia State Police released the following statement: “On Thursday, July 18, 2024, S/Tpr. A. R. Workman of the West Virginia State Police Madison Detachment received a 911 call of a disturbance at the Boone Motor Lodge in Danville, WV. […] The post Madison man arrested on drug related charges appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Fountain raised to Marshall U. tragedy added to National Register
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — One of West Virginia’s newest historical sites is also one of its most unusual. At the heart of the Marshall University campus, a fountain shaped from a mass of green metal rods stretched upwards to the sky. A healthy jet of water erupts from its center and empties into the surrounding reflecting pool.
Jackson Co. Commission clears up confusion on opioid settlement spending
RIPLEY, WV (WOWK) — Questions are being brought up about West Virginia opioid settlement money and what it’s being used for, specifically in Jackson County. Friday evening, the Jackson County Commission addressed public concerns about a new training center and gun range and how much of the settlement money was used to build it. According […]
Kentucky Motel Must Pay Over $2M After Man Fatally Suffers From 150-Degree Shower Burns
Econo Lodge Motel must pay the estate of Alex Chronis a total of $2.06 million after the 76-year-old man died after sustaining third-degree burns after shower at the motel. The estate originally filed the lawsuit in October 2022 in Kentucky’s Kenton County Circuit Court for $7 million in damages.
WV paid more than $900,000 sending National Guard members to Texas border in 2023
The state of West Virginia spent more than $900,000 in 2023 sending a group of volunteers from the West Virginia National Guard to the southern border as part of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s controversial Operation Lone Star initiative, according to documents obtained via the Freedom of Information Act and shared by nonprofit watchdog group American […] The post WV paid more than $900,000 sending National Guard members to Texas border in 2023 appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Suspect found with 29 grams of cocaine and 8 grams of fentanyl
DANVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – State Police charge suspect who had 29 grams of crack cocaine and 8 grams of fentanyl. On Thursday, July 18, 2024, Trooper A. R. Workman of the West Virginia State Police Madison Detachment responded to a 911 call reporting a disturbance at the Boone Motor Lodge in Danville, WV. Upon arrival, […]
Couple arrested after dispute over drinking the last Pepsi
SOPHIA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A couple was arrested after fighting over drinking the last Pepsi. On July 17, 2024, a Raleigh County Deputy was assigned to respond to a domestic disturbance in Sophia. Upon arrival, the deputy found the complainant on the back porch of the residence. She reported that her daughter, Destiny Smith, had […]
Two more arrested for desecrating prayer altar on God’s Promise Trail
INEZ — Police nabbed two additional suspects involved in the desecration of the prayer altar on God’s Promise Trail in Inez, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office said Friday. Chief Deputy Chris Kidd apprehended Brian Keith Robinette, 20, and Alexandria Riddle, 20, both from Wellington, Menifee County, around...
Soulja Boy to bring the party to the Paramount
Staff report ASHLAND, Ky. — Rapper Soulja Boy will bring his signature sound to the stage of the Paramount Arts Center in September. By combining the party-oriented snap music of Atlanta with the harder underground styles of Chicago and his native Mississippi, Soulja Boy conceived an uncomplicated unique sound and greatly profited from it with “Crank […] The post Soulja Boy to bring the party to the Paramount appeared first on The Tribune.
First responders battle a fire at abandoned Charleston house
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A structure fire broke out at an abandoned home in Charleston Friday night, according to dispatchers. Reports of the fire came in at about 9 p.m. along Indiana Avenue at a house that is reportedly vacant. First responders are one the scene and no injuries...
Vehicle erupts into flames after crash on Charleston’s West Side
UPDATE (12:38 p.m. on July 20, 2024) — Power in the affected area has been restored after a vehicle crash in Charleston’s West Side knocked the power out Friday night, according to Appalachian Power. CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — A two-vehicle crash on Charleston’s West Side caused one of them to flip over and crash into […]
Bears and coyotes added to Charleston urban hunting season
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Urban hunting in Charleston will include bears and coyotes beginning this fall. On Monday, Charleston City Council approved a bill that adds bears and coyotes as animals allowed to be hunted within city limits during urban hunting. Previously, only deer were on that list. The bill allows hunters to use crossbows […]
West Virginia American Water gives more than $845,000 to support organizations across the state
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Over the course of last year, West Virginia American Water managed to provide more than $845,000 supporting a host of organizations that dedicate their time in helping others. American Water’s Charitable Foundation recently announced its end of year total in charity donations for 2023. The...
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