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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 […]
Bluestone Lake nears record levels after Tropical Storm Helene
HINTON, WV (WVNS) — The debris and damage of Tropical Storm Helene affected many parts of Appalachia, while almost breaking a record at a local dam in the Mountain State. According to the Bluestone Lake information on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ website, the Bluestone Lake is at approximately 1,492.93 feet as of 4:00 […]
The Thrasher Group provides support to communities impacted by Hurricane Helene
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia-based engineering, architecture, and field services firm, the Thrasher Group, has partnered with The Thrasher Group North Carolina to provide support for communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. The Thrasher Group North Carolina and the Thrasher Group, engineering companies which share a majority owner, have come together to offer support and […]
Summers County man accused of credit card fraud
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - A Summers County officer responded to the vicinity of Summers Street on Sept. 26, in reference to credit card fraud. The victim stated that she had woken up and went to confirm her check had been deposited into her bank account. Allegedly, she noticed that there were three charges to her account that she didn't make or approve. According to the criminal complaint, the first unusual transaction was for $153.49 made shortly after midnight on the same date as the complaint. The second was also for $153.49 a couple of hours later and the third more...
Greenbrier County School Board to Discuss Possible Closure of Crichton Elementary School
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (WVDN) — The Greenbrier County School Board will address the potential closure of Crichton Elementary School during its upcoming meeting on Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Kyle & Ann Fort Arts & Sciences Building, located at 653 Church Street in Lewisburg. According to the agenda, “The […] The post Greenbrier County School Board to Discuss Possible Closure of Crichton Elementary School appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Fayetteville Police Department collecting donations for North Carolina flood victims
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Fayetteville Police Department is organizing a relief effort to help flood victims in North Carolina, with donations and supplies being accepted to assist affected communities. Officer Kenny Cullum, who is coordinating the effort, is urging residents to contribute whatever they can to support those in need. According to Cullum, many […]
Shady Spring High School to hold modified Homecoming Parade
SHADY SPRING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Shady Spring High School has announced plans to host a modified take on the school’s annual Homecoming Parade event this Friday. The announcement comes in the wake of several cancelations last week as storms coming on the heels of Hurricane Helene created issues for multiple scheduled and rescheduled iterations of […]
Woodrow Wilson graduate awaiting deployment to South Korea
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Marshall University and Woodrow Wilson graduate, United States Army Specialist 4, BreOnna S. Carson is currently spending time with family as she awaits deployment. Specialist Carson, who recently completed Advanced Individual Training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, is on pre-deployment leave at the time of writing and will be taking on […]
Local food truck, The Taco Spot, continues the legacy of a cherished family member
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) – There is no greater bond than your own family. That is something that holds true for many people from many different walks of life. In Hispanic culture, family is a source of identity and belonging. These ideals are also held dear by owners of the popular food truck, The Taco Spot. […]
Local agencies gather donations for those affected by Hurricane Helene
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Local agencies are gathering donations to support those who were affected by Hurricane Helene. According to Facebook posts made by the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office and White Sulphur Springs EMS, donations are being gathered to take to North Carolina to aid with disaster relief. The post on the Raleigh County Sheriff’s […]
Man arrested after reportedly threatening tax office staff
HINTON W.Va. (Hinton News) - The Summers County Sheriff's Department responded to the Summers County Courthouse on Sept. 26 for the complaint of a threat being made. According to the criminal complaint, the caller stated an individual identified as Johnathan Pilkington, 71, of Hinton, asked if he killed everyone in the office, would he still have to pay taxes. This threat was allegedly made while a worker was speaking with Pilkington. Three customers in the office reportedly heard the statement being made. The primary function of the Summers County Sheriff's Department tax office is to collect taxes and this statement was reportedly made at the tax office located in Hinton. Pilkington was arrested but is not listed as an inmate at Southern Regional Jail at the time of writing. The post Man arrested after reportedly threatening tax office staff appeared first on The Hinton News.
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 […]
Gone But Never Forgotten: Dedication Sports Page to Mark Gray
On Thursday night, Sept. 26, the Greenbrier County community lost a man that was loved by everyone and who loved everyone just the same. Mark Gray, the Western Greenbrier football coach and color commentator for Greenbrier West football and basketball games, and wrestling coach, collapsed suddenly during his Timberwolves home football game. Today, the staff […] The post Gone But Never Forgotten: Dedication Sports Page to Mark Gray appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
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 […]
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