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Raleigh County Parks and Recreation, National Coal Heritage announce public meeting for historical research project for Clear Fork Rail Trail
WHITESVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Parks and Recreation and National Coal Heritage Area have announced that a public meeting will be held at the Salamy Memorial Center in Whitesville to discuss topics of historical significance to the Clear Fork Rail Trail. The address for the meeting is 38117 Coal River Road, Whitesville, WV […]
Beckley’s next mayor, Ryan Neal talks campaign victory, plans for the city
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – It was a whirlwind of emotions for many on Tuesday as results of the Primary Election rolled in, leading to a number of significant changes in leadership throughout state. The Raleigh County area specifically saw many shifts with regard to elected officials, including the voting in of multiple new members of […]
Raleigh County voters pass fire levy
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County voters passed a fire levy on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, which is expected to put around $3.5 million into local fire department operations. Fire officials have said the levy will be used to support 13 volunteer fire departments in the county, along with Beckley Fire Department. Firefighters increasingly provide […]
Beckley City Council upcoming meeting to see board reappointments
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Beckley Common Council has released the planned agenda for the council’s Regular Session meeting set to take place on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 6:30 pm. The full agenda for the Beckley City Council’s upcoming meeting as released by the City of Beckley can be seen below. 1. […]
Meet your new Beckley Mayor and City Council members; several incumbents voted out
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Did the recent change regarding Beckley’s City Government cause incumbents to fail and new members to be elected? One could make that argument. Beckley residents went to the polls on Tuesday to decide who they wanted to represent them and the city. The newly elected mayor will be Ryan Neal. Former […]
‘Mrs. Cochran can get a fair trial here in Raleigh County,’ judge says
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Representatives for both the state and defense convened in Raleigh County Circuit Court Monday morning for a pre-trial hearing as part of ongoing court procedures for Natalie Cochran. Cochran, who was previously convicted of fraud, has been at the epicenter of a highly publicized legal battle, having been accused of First-Degree […]
Ronceverte Food Truck festival returning for second year
RONCEVERTE, WV (WVNS) – A beloved, tasty event is returning to Ronceverte. The Food Truck Festival is taking a pit stop in the city this weekend. The Ronceverte Food Truck Festival will be held on Edgar Avenue. Multiple different trucks for taste pallets of all kinds will be open for business. Co-Chair of the Ronceverte […]
Congresswoman Miller Tours Steel of West Virginia, WC Hydraulics
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS ) – Today, Congresswoman Miller (R-WV) toured Steel of West Virginia in Huntington and WC Hydraulics in Beaver. While at Steel of West Virginia, Congresswoman Miller discussed the newly released EPA rules that could cripple mining operations crucial to the production of American steel. “The Biden Administration is doing everything it can […]
American Legion Cemetary to host Memorial Day flag ceremony
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Those who have served will be honored this Memorial Day with a flag ceremony set to be held at Beckley’s American Legion Cemetary. It has been announced that a service will take place at 8:00am on Monday, May 27, 2024, in acknowledgement of Memorial Day. The service will be open to […]
Beckley Common Council to vote on first step towards utility development on Pinecrest site
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — In 2021, the non-profit Pinecrest Development Corporation gave a 146 acre industrial development along the East Beckley Bypass to the City of Beckley. At its next regular meeting, Beckley Common Council is set to vote on whether to approve a plan by Thrasher Engineering to begin site prep work and engineering […]
Town of Sophia 2024 Spring Cleanup Schedule
SOPHIA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Town of Sophia has released the schedule for its 2024 Spring Cleanup. The Public Works Department is scheduled to collect for Spring Cleanup beginning Monday, May 13, 2024 and continuing through Friday, May 17, 2024. Residents are not to put items out any earlier than 5 days prior scheduled pickup. […]
Mullens: Volunteering to beautify the community
Becky Moorefield and Michelle Martin say volunteer efforts are integral to Mullens' continued recovery from a 2001 flood. Mullens: Volunteering to beautify the community appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
Oak Hill: Supporting levies as a civic responsibility
Veteran Larry Hamlin thinks its the responsibility of Fayette County citizens to fund its fire departments, law enforcement and libraries. Oak Hill: Supporting levies as a civic responsibility appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
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