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State of Emergency declared in Mercer County due to storm damage from Tropical Storm Helene
MERCER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — A State of Emergency was declared for Mercer County by Governor Justice due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene. According to a press release, the declaration of a State of Emergency for Mercer County will help the West Virginia Emergency Management Division carry out the Emergency Operations Plan, which […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Attorney General Morrisey Warns Consumers of Charity and Disaster Scams in Wake of Hurricane Helene
CHARLESTON W.Va (WVDN) — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging consumers to be on guard against impostors calling to solicit monetary donations to aid those affected by the deadly floods, mudslides and wind following Hurricane Helene. The death toll as of Tuesday morning was at least 130, and more than 600 remain missing; the wind […] The post Attorney General Morrisey Warns Consumers of Charity and Disaster Scams in Wake of Hurricane Helene appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
New appraiser, tax deputy approved by Raleigh County Commission
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Commission on Tuesday approved consideration of multiple county employees including candidates for the positions of appraiser and tax deputy, respectively. William Scott Morris was approved by commission members early in Tuesday’s meeting as Appraiser with the Raleigh County Assessor’s Office. Shortly afterward, Rebecca Heath was considered for a […]
PCH Volunteer Auxiliary donates $45,000 to support hospital areas in need
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital (PCH) released a statement on Monday, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 announcing a generous donation to the institution from the PCH Volunteer Auxiliary. The donation, totaling $45,000, will be utilized in departments throughout the hospital. We are grateful to the Volunteer Auxiliary for their continued support. Their […]
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