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Man leads deputy on high-speed chase because he was late for appointment, did not realize police was chasing him
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Three-vehicle crash at I-77 interchange causes major traffic disruption, hazmat response
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Man leads deputy on high-speed chase because he was late for appointment, did not realize police was chasing him
WOOD COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Wood County Sheriff’s Office reports that on August 26th, a high-speed chase on Red Hill Road ended with a traffic citation. A deputy, while traveling south on Red Hill Road toward US 50, observed a vehicle speeding away from the Scenic Hills Housing Development. The vehicle, driven by 46-year-old […]
Three-vehicle crash at I-77 interchange causes major traffic disruption, hazmat response
WOOD COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – On September 3, 2024, at approximately 6:36 PM, a three-vehicle crash occurred at the interchange of I-77 and US-50 in Wood County, prompting a large emergency response. The incident involved two passenger vehicles and a tractor-trailer carrying a tanker loaded with a fuel mixture. Due to the severity of the […]
Game of the Week Preview: Marietta @ Athens
THE PLAINS — The Bulldogs have been chomping at the bit for quite some time now, looking to make a genuine statement on the gridiron to the Athens faithful. Now, after a dream start to the season, the ‘Dogs (2-0) get to show their bite in front of a home crowd. Through two statement victories on the road, Athens has a +63 point differential. The most recent being a 55-6 drubbing of Gallia Academy in Gallipolis. ...
8th House district candidate Q&A: David Kelly talks bullying, family violence and financial stress
When we visited northwestern West Virginia, students frequently said they’re worried about school and campus safety. Others interviewed in the region often brought up violence and threats, including bullying and family violence like domestic and child abuse. Another common theme was financial stress. As part of Mountain State Spotlight’s “Citizens Agenda” approach to covering this […] 8th House district candidate Q&A: David Kelly talks bullying, family violence and financial stress appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
2024-2025 United Way campaign kickoff
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – United Way of Southern West Virginia announces the organization’s Board of Directors will serve as chairpersons of the 2024-2025 annual campaign. The campaign will kick off Thursday morning, September 5th, during the UWSWV Leader’s Club Breakfast at the Historic Black Knight Country Club. As Campaign Chairs, the Directors will connect with […]
Mountain State Spotlight hires Mary Kay McFarland as Managing Editor
Mountain State Spotlight has hired Mary Kay McFarland as managing editor to guide our reporting staff as we tell stories of intense local importance and broad statewide relevance. “I’m excited to work on in-depth journalism that takes the time to unpack the nuanced challenges facing our state,” she said. “This reporting includes an invitation to […] Mountain State Spotlight hires Mary Kay McFarland as Managing Editor appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
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