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Man Hospitalized After Assault Outside Beckley Bar
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One man was hospitalized in serious condition with multiple facial lacerations after a violent altercation outside Calacino’s on Robert C. Byrd Drive late Friday night, according to law enforcement. The altercation occurred in a parking lot outside the Beckley restaurant after a physical confrontation between two men escalated into violence. According […]
Scammers aiming to prey on storm repair donations
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — Millions across the southeastern United States are facing the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and combating disastrous conditions. As you search for ways to help, officials are warning well-meaning individuals to be on alert as charity and disaster scams may be on the rise during this time. In times of crisis, people […]
State of Emergency declared in Mercer County due to damage from Hurricane Helene
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Jim Justice today declared a State of Emergency for Mercer County following significant damage caused by the remnants of Hurricane Helene. The powerful storm left widespread destruction in its wake, impacting homes, businesses, and other infrastructure. This declaration allows the West Virginia Emergency Management Division to implement the Emergency Operations […]
Raleigh County Commission launches investigation into prosecuting attorney’s office
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Commission on Monday announced the initiation of an investigation by the commission itself into complaints regarding the Raleigh County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The investigation follows a letter received by commission members from multiple Raleigh County Circuit Judges, as well as county employees. The investigation will be active alongside […]
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 […]
Jordan Adkins announces candidacy as a write-in candidate for Raleigh County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) –A Beckley attorney is running 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 is a Concord University graduate who passed the bar […]
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 […]
Woodrow Wilson Homecoming Parade scheduled for Wednesday
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Woodrow Wilson Homecoming Parade has been announced and is set to take place on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. The proceedings will get underway at 6:30pm, with the parade route itself expected to be closed off to traffic from 6:20pm to 7:30pm on Wednesday, according to the Beckley Police Department. The […]
Dolly’s Diner sees rush of business after storm leaves many without power
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — Over the weekend of September 28th and 29th, 2024, the inclement weather allowed one special restaurant to stay open despite many homes and businesses in the area losing power. The weather brought in a flurry of customers to Dolly’s Diner in Princeton. The cozy atmosphere in Dolly’s Diner was the perfect […]
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 […]
Be cautious of intersections with stoplight issues
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – Power is still being restored in some areas, which can make for some chaotic situations. One of these situations involve stoplights. Some stoplights are still not working due to the power outages. Captain Matthew Pettrey of the Central Fire Station in Bluefield, West Virginia told 59News what to do when you […]
Bluefield Union Mission, other local food pantries, “here for the community” in time of need
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) –It is in trying times that services like the ones provided by the Bluefield Union Mission are most in demand. The mission serves hot meals daily to people in need and operates a food pantry where you can go and get some non-perishable supplies. As Bluefield has now been without power for […]
Raffle of ’83 El Camino at Chili Night will benefit Hospice of Southern West Virginia
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — If you’ve ever dreamed of driving a classic El Camino, you could get lucky at Chili Night in Beckley on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Hospice of Southern West Virginia will host a raffle for a 1983 El Camino during the annual downtown street fair. Hospice volunteer Patricia Earehart, who is also […]
Youth football grants approved by Raleigh County Commission
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of the Raleigh County Commission came together on Tuesday to participate in the commission’s Regular Session meeting at which several youth football grants were approved. The agenda item was addressed just over eight minutes into Tuesday’s session and would see $500 awarded to each the following youth football programs in […]
WV Department of Health hosts Pediatric EMS Symposium at Summit Bechtel Reserve
GLEN JEAN, WV (WVNS) — In an effort to support the medical care for kids in the state, the West Virginia EMS for Children Pediatric Symposium is taking place through October 2nd at the Boy Scouts of America’s Summit Bechtel Reserve in Glen Jean. The event features workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions that are designed […]
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