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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 […]
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 […]
Fayette County candidate found in contempt of court
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Fayette County judge has found a candidate running for magistrate in contempt of court. Judge Blake issued a ruling that Rick Pannell Jr. be held in contempt of court for failing to update all political signs. In an original complaint filed in the Circuit Court of Fayette County, magistrate […]
Beckley Veteran’s Cemetery to raise new flag on Memorial Day
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – While many people will be placing smaller flags on fallen soldier’s graves on Memorial Day, one local cemetery will be hoisting a much larger one. Beckley’s American Legion Post 32 Veteran’s Cemetery is getting a brand-new flag for Memorial Day. This new flag comes straight from Senator Joe Manchin’s office. The […]
Greenbrier County elects new Sheriff
GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Residents in Greenbrier County will have a new Sheriff in town. Voters hit the polls on Tuesday, May 14th, 2024, to vote on a wide range of races, but one was for Sheriff. Current Sheriff Bruce Sloan could not run after serving two full terms. No candidates ran on the […]
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 […]
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. […]
Tunnels in Greenbrier County reopened after temporarily closing due to flooding
UPDATE: Friday, May 24, 2024 @ 4:30 p.m. | GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — According to Greenbrier County Dispatch, all three tunnels were reopened. GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — Multiple tunnels in Greenbrier County are temporarily closed due to flooding. According to Greenbrier County Dispatch and posts on the Greenbrier County Homeland Security and Emergency […]
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 […]
Poll workers help make the process smooth and easy in Fayette County
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — Poll workers are an essential part of the election process and are found at every polling station no matter where you go. Their job is one of utmost importance. Poll workers are in charge of verifying that people are registered to vote, verifying the precinct those people are voting in, and […]
Greenbrier Chapter of Read Aloud WV Distributes Books to Local Students
RAINELLE AND ALDERSON W.Va. (WVDN) – The Greenbrier Chapter of Read Aloud WV distributed books to the children at Rainelle Elementary School (19 April) and Alderson Elementary School (24 April). Both events were made possible by a grant from the Hollowell Dawkins Foundation. The children were very excited to get books. Their eyes lit up […] The post Greenbrier Chapter of Read Aloud WV Distributes Books to Local Students appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Voters pass the Fayette County Fire Levy
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) — One of four levies on the Fayette County ballot, the fire levy, was a hot topic during election season. The voter made their voices heard and the fire levy passed. The levy would grant the departments in the county some much needed funding. Joshua Davis, a firefighter with Fayetteville Fire Department, […]
True and devout Aldersonians proclaimed
ALDERSON W.Va. (WVDN) – On Sunday, April 14, Mayor Travis Copenhaver declared four people “True and Devout Aldersonians” at a small reception in City Hall. They were Charles Marion Lobban Jr., Mark Thue Ballard, Howard Rodgers McVey, III and E.S. “Tod” Hanger Jr. All four shared the distinction of having served on the Alderson Town […] The post True and devout Aldersonians proclaimed appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Young voters pile into the polls
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Young voters are an essential turning point for politics. In West Virginia, it appears the opened polls are bringing out those looking to make a difference. In Greenbrier County many young voters can be seen entering to place their ballots. Elections are valuable for young people to voice their opinions. Cody […]
Raleigh County voters pass excess school levy
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — In Raleigh County, voters again passed an excess school levy of about $22.8 million on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, during the primary election. Raleigh County School officials had said, prior to the levy, that levy funds support academics, athletics, along with student health and other services. Officials also said funds from […]
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