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Man makes threat at Summers County Tax Office
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Hinton man was arrested after he asked staff if he would still have to pay taxes if he killed everyone in the tax office. On September 26, 2024, at approximately 1:37 p.m., the Summers County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a verbal threat made at the department’s tax office. […]
Bluestone Lake levels higher because of Hurricane Helene waters, officials say
With the arrival of water from North Carolina and Virginia resulting from Hurricane Helene, the levels of a Southern West Virginia lake will be higher than usual for the next several weeks, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said in a news release Monday. Bluestone Lake crested Sunday evening at 1493.7 feet, up from its […]
A Peek into Summers County’s Past: A Special Lamp
RIVERSIDE REST W.Va. (Hinton News) - This week's piece is a little more sentimental to me but still has its ties to Summers County history nonetheless. The lamp you see here was bought at John and Lucille Clay’s store in Riverside Rest, in the early 1950s. Now comes a twist with the lamp you see in the photo. My good late friend Chubby Clay lived in his parent’s store in Riverside Rest. I had mentioned him and his parents in my story about how the town of Riverside Rest was formed. Their store, the antique furniture restoration they did, and his...
A Rare Opportunity Awaits: Become the New Owner of Grandma’s House in Hinton, WV
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) – In the picturesque town of Hinton, W.Va., nestled in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, lies a beloved local treasure – Grandma’s House. For more than two decades, this quaint antique store has served not only as a shop but as a cherished cornerstone of the community. Now, as its dedicated owner, Margie Temple, prepares for a well-earned retirement, she’s searching for the perfect person to take the reins and continue the legacy of this iconic small business. Grandma’s House isn’t just an antique store; it’s a piece of Hinton’s heart and soul, a gathering place for...
Protective order hearing involving Raleigh County Prosecutor reaches conclusion
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Representation for Raleigh County Prosecutor, Ben Hatfield and the petitioner of a Domestic Violence Protective order against Hatfield convened at the Raleigh County Judicial Center on Monday for a hearing regarding the aforementioned order Proceedings got underway during the morning hours, with multiple individuals entering and exiting the courtroom during the […]
Pembroke residents among Southwest Virginians with harrowing stories from flooding
Gov. Glenn Youngkin toured communities in Southwest Virginia throughout the weekend. The post Pembroke residents among Southwest Virginians with harrowing stories from flooding appeared first on Cardinal News.
Vendor fair to take place this weekend in Crab Orchard
CRAB ORCHARD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A variety of local artisans and vendors will be coming together this weekend for a vendor fair event in Crab Orchard. Scheduled to take place from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday, October 5, 2024, the vendor fair will be set up at Orchard Park at 1404 Robert C. Byrd Drive […]
I-64 westbound in Raleigh County down to one lane following accident
BEAVER, WV (LOOTPRESS) – UPDATE: The road has since reopened. — I-64 west in Raleigh County is currently down to one lane due to an accident. According to West Virginia 511, an accident has occurred on I-64 westbound near the Beaver exit at mile marker 124.5 in Raleigh County. The two left westbound lanes are […]
City of Bluefield offers resources for storm recovery efforts and relief
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – The City of Bluefield is taking steps to get their city cleaned up and back to normal after Tropical Storm Helene. City Manager Cecil Marson said Bluefield experienced a full loss of power due to the storm. He said that the city’s power is about 70% restored thanks to Appalachian Power […]
Police Warn Against Trespassing and Theft at Flood-Damaged Campgrounds in Giles County
RICH CREEK, VA (LOOTPRESS) – The Rich Creek Police Department, alongside other law enforcement units across Giles County, is responding to numerous reports of individuals trespassing on campground properties to collect items washed down the river by recent floods. Some of these individuals have also been accused of entering damaged campers still on-site to take belongings. […]
Jordan Adkins announces candidacy as a write-in candidate for Raleigh County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The name of a Beckley attorney will appear on the general election ballot in November as a write-in candidate for Raleigh County Prosecuting Attorney. Jordan Adkins is the only candidate who will oppose Ben Hatfield, the Republican incumbent, in the general election. Adkins said on Monday, September 30, 2024, that he […]
Dumpsite opened for Bluefield residents seeking a place to dispose of their storm debris
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – Communities all over Southern West Virginia are still recovering from Hurricane Helene. 59News visited the Bluefields to see the damage that was done. There are lots of downed trees throughout the streets, parks, and even people’s yards. As many Bluefield residents live inside the city and town limits, it can be […]
Clean-up and recovery efforts progress in Princeton
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Much of southern West Virginia and Virginia are still cleaning up from the hurricane. In Princeton, there is still quite of debris around the city. Princeton City Park is currently closed due to multiple trees downed in the park. Herald Goins, a Princeton resident said his power has been out due […]
Multiple Mercer County offices to remain closed Monday due to impact of storms
PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Multiple Mercer County offices will remain closed on Monday due to the impact of recent storms throughout the area. An announcement from Mercer County Commission President, Bill Archer on Sunday indicates that the impacted offices in question have been navigating power outages as well as lack of phone an internet in […]
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