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How to properly dispose of fireworks
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Once fireworks are used, what should you do with them? With fireworks being a popular addition to Independence Day, it is important to know how to dispose of them properly. Throwing away fireworks that are still hot can be dangerous. Chris Graham, Fire Marshal for the City of Beckley, said water […]
Raleigh County Commission approves $4,975 grant for Day Report Center
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Members of the Raleigh County Commission came together this week for the commission’s Regular Session meeting at which a grant for the Raleigh County Day Report Center was presented for consideration. The grant, presented for consideration in the amount of $4,975, would be used for the training of Day Report Center […]
Blacksburg Pharmacy has a new home
BLACKSBURG, Va. – Folks in Blacksburg may have noticed the town’s pharmacy has moved, but it didn’t go far. Located adjacent to their old building, the owner of the pharmacy said they have been looking for a new building for almost seven years. They said the new...
Virginia Tech makes Top 6 for Class of 2025 five-star women's basketball recruit
The last five-star women's basketball recruit to commit to Virginia Tech was Elizabeth Kitley. Could first-year coach Megan Duffy be on the path to landing the next one?. Friday, five-star Divine Bourrage from Davenport, Iowa, narrowed her list of schools to six with the Hokies making the cut ahead of her official visits this fall. Joining the Hokies in her top six are South Carolina, Baylor, Illinois, Arizona, and LSU.
Bedford Police seeking public's assistance in identifying suspect in fraud investigation
BEDFORD, Va. – The Bedford Police Department is currently seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a recent fraud investigation, we’re told. According to the department, the suspect is a white male who appears to be in his 50′s or 60′s. He has gray hair and a goatee, wearing glasses, and was operating a red Audi SUV that is possibly from out-of-state.
Shrine Bowl Director Offers Evaluation of WVU OL Wyatt Milum as NFL Prospect
A major figure in the world of scouting college football prospects is high on another senior WVU offensive lineman. Eric Galko, the Director of Football Ops and Player Personnel for the East-West Shrine Bowl, offered his thoughts on the latest Mountaineer NFL prospect on Wednesday. “WHO’S NEXT: We got to...
Severe Weather Threatens Parts of West Virginia as Cold Front Moves Through
Charleston, WV – Severe weather continues to threaten parts of West Virginia tonight as a cold front moves through the area. According to the US National Weather Service in Charleston, residents should anticipate spotty showers and storm activity overnight into Saturday morning. Low temperatures will range from the mid-60s to low 70s in the lowlands and mid-60s in the mountains. The severe storm risk remains in effect until the cold front exits by Saturday morning.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for southern West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for most of southern West Virginia. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 7 PM Friday evening for the following counties: Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Fayette, Gilmer, Greenbrier, Jackson, Kanawha, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Nicholas, Putnam, Raleigh, Roane, Summers, Wayne, […]
State Historic Preservation Grant for the Memorial Building Porch to be considered at Fayette County Commission meeting
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The planned agenda for the upcoming meeting of the Fayette County Commission has been announced and will include consideration of a State Historic Preservation Grant for the Memorial Building Porch. Scheduled for 9:00am on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the upcoming session will address a number of planned agenda items including a […]
Man arrested after entering aunt’s home without permission to use bathroom, assaulting her after being told to leave
MARMET, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One man has been arrested after entering his aunt’s home without permission to use the bathroom and then assaulting her after being told to leave. According to a criminal complaint, on Thursday, June 27, 2024 police were dispatched to a residence on Summit Dr. in Marmet in reference to a domestic […]
Virginia Tech football CB target picks up Crystal Ball Prediction ahead of commitment
Saturday night, three-star cornerback Major Preston is set to make his commitment at 7 p.m. and Virginia Tech is one of the four finalists for him. One day ahead of his commitment, there was a Crystal Ball Prediction released for the talented CB and it was one that doesn't paint a great picture for Brent Pry and company.
Heat index could reach over 105 degrees in some areas of Tri-State on Friday
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Tri-State area for Friday afternoon and early evening due to excessive heat conditions in which the heat index could reach up to 106 to 109 degrees in some areas. The heat advisory is in effect from noon to 8...
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