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Honduran national arrested in contraband investigation at FCI Mc Dowell
1+ hour, 51+ min ago (160+ words) MCDOWELL COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) " A man has been arrested following an investigation into the alleged introduction of contraband into the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Mc Dowell, according to the Mc Dowell County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said deputies arrested…...
Northern West Virginia city to receive $33. 3 million for water infrastructure upgrades
14+ hour, 6+ min ago (244+ words) BUCKHANNON, WV (LOOTPRESS) " The City of Buckhannon will receive $33. 3 million in funding from the U. S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development to support major upgrades to its water infrastructure, including the construction of a new water treatment plant and replacement of aging…...
West Virginia ends fiscal year with $370 million revenue surplus
22+ hour, 43+ min ago (429+ words) CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) " West Virginia finished Fiscal Year 2026 with a $370 million revenue surplus, according to the West Virginia Department of Revenue, as General Revenue Fund collections exceeded state estimates by seven percent. The state collected approximately $5. 693 billion during the fiscal…...
AAA: Extreme Heat Creates Dangerous Conditions for Drivers and Roadside Technicians
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (235+ words) BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS)" As temperatures climb across the region, AAA is reminding drivers that extreme heat doesn't just impact comfort'it can create dangerous conditions on the road for both motorists and roadside technicians. High heat is one of the leading…...
Three days of America 250 festivities planned in Fayetteville
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (366+ words) FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) " The Town of Fayetteville has announced a three-day lineup of events to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, with activities scheduled July 2-4 at several locations throughout town. The celebration begins Thursday, July 2, at the Love Hope Center for the Arts....
Families Invited to Explore the Art and Science of Flight at Paper Pilots on July 18
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (169+ words) Lootpress is an online news platform offering the latest local, state, and national news updates, making us unique. Although it is based in Beckley, WV, it covers a vast multi-state area. The company was established back in 2020 to deliver impartial…...
Driver Accused of Causing Head-On Crash While Under the Influence Faces Upgraded Charge After Woman Loses Leg
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (386+ words) FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS)" A Fayette County man is facing an upgraded felony charge after investigators say he was driving under the influence of multiple controlled substances when he caused a head-on crash that left a woman with life-altering injuries....
Man Accused of Striking Teen with Truck, Brandishing Handgun Hours After Potting Soil Theft
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (483+ words) OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) " A Wyoming County man is facing multiple charges after police say he struck a 19-year-old with a pickup truck and allegedly threatened several people with a handgun just hours after admitting to stealing potting soil from a…...
Wyoming County Man Charged in Potting Soil Theft, Vehicle Break-In Investigation
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (396+ words) OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) " A Wyoming County man is facing multiple charges after police linked him to the theft of potting soil from a local supermarket and a separate vehicle break-in using evidence he allegedly left behind. According to the Oceana…...
RCPRA Youth Outdoor Adventure Program Announces Stand Up Paddleboarding
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (162+ words) Lootpress is an online news platform offering the latest local, state, and national news updates, making us unique. Although it is based in Beckley, WV, it covers a vast multi-state area. The company was established back in 2020 to deliver impartial…...