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Man arrested on multiple drug charges following traffic stop in Fayette County
MONTGOMERY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Kanawha County man has been charged with multiple felony offenses following a traffic stop in Fayette County. According to Sheriff Shannon Morris, the incident occurred just before 7:00 p.m. on October 7, 2024, when deputies were conducting routine traffic enforcement in the Montgomery area. Deputies initiated a traffic stop for […]
Trial for Natalie Cochran is continued again
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Raleigh County Circuit Court Judge, H.L. Kirkpatrick agreed on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, to continue the trial of Natalie Cochran, a former Daniels pharmacist accused of killing her husband in 2019. Judge Kirkpatrick made the decision after Raleigh County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Tom Truman, who was just assigned to the case […]
Man arrested following execution of search warrant in Meadow Bridge
MEADOW BRIDGE W.Va. (Hinton News) - On Tuesday, Sept. 24, officers went to serve a search warrant in the vicinity of Meadow Bridge. While in the residence, officers located the accused, Garry Wayne Martin, in the back bedroom of the residence. According to the criminal complaint, after Martin left the bedroom, officers were able to make contact with him on the front porch. Officers were able to locate 15 wrapped-up aluminum foil pieces containing a blue substance consistent with heroin. They were also able to locate one plastic baggie with a blue substance consistent with heroin and one plastic baggie...
Schedule of events for Bridge Day in 2024
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — Bridge Day makes a flying return to Fayette County in October 2024. The 2024 Bridge Day event will bring a variety of things for people to enjoy at the New River Gorge Bridge, including vendors, scenic views from the bridge, and more. According to the official Bridge Day website, the […]
Natalie Cochran trial faces further delays as defense requests bag of organs, blood & tissue samples, additional discovery
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Court proceedings for Natalie Cochran continue to tread water as the defense cites issues with the discovery process, calling for evidentiary items including a bag of organs, blood and tissue samples, and more. Representatives for the state and defense were present in Raleigh County Court on Tuesday with Natalie Cochran appearing […]
Code Red status announced by the Fayette County Humane Society
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — As of Wednesday, October 9, 2024, the Fayette County Humane Society is in Code Red. According to a post on the Fayette County Humane Society’s Facebook page, the shelter is once again at full capacity with no open kennels available as of Wednesday, October 9, 2024. The shelter stated that […]
Things to know ahead of Bridge Day 2024
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia’s largest one-day festival, Bridge Day, returns for its 45th annual celebration on October 19, 2024. Hosted by the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce, this popular event brings tens of thousands of visitors to Fayetteville to witness and participate in an array of adrenaline-pumping activities. Bridge Day marks the one […]
The Dish Cafe opens second location in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A new restaurant, which opened in uptown Beckley on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, drew a crowd at lunchtime. Uptown Dish on Main Street was open and ready for business for breakfast and lunch on Wednesday. The cafe is the second location of The Dish Cafe in Daniels and the manager and […]
Stories of Strength: Betty and Danna Davis share their story
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) — October is breast cancer awareness month. To celebrate 59News is sharing an inspiring story of courage and resilience. A local mother and daughter each fought with breast cancer. The battle not only transformed their lives, but shed light on the importance of having a strong support system. Danna Davis was […]
Appalachians continue to lose the war on drugs: The opioid settlement episode
West Virginia began distributing opioid settlement money at the end of 2023. Since then, counties across the state have been opening the door for applications and approving funds. The opioid settlement money was supposed to be used for substance use treatment, recovery and prevention programs, or supporting law enforcement in anti-drug measures. However, a look […]
Beckley Police Department hosts first FBI Teen Academy in the region
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Shady Spring High School senior Katie Wray was at the FBI Teen Academy to build her leadership skills on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Wray was one of more than 15 high school students from the region who were at Beckley Police Department to learn about law enforcement careers. Wray said a […]
Kanawha Valley Weekend Events: Friday, Oct. 11 to Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. -- Haunted houses and terrifying trails. The Harvest Art Fair and a community Halloween party. Fall is in full swing this weekend in the Kanawha Valley. Whether you’re looking for seasonal selections or other fantastic fun, there’s sure to be something around to tickle your fancy. Here are a few local happenings between Friday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024.
City of Beckley hires first City Manager
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Beckley has hired a City Manager. During a regularly scheduled City Council meeting, Council members went into a brief executive session and came back when they announced unanimously that they had hired Michael Resare from Arizona. Resare’s LinkedIn profile shows that he is the current Deputy City Manager […]
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