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WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) - A Flood Watch is in effect across most of West Virginia on Monday as forecasters warn...

Oak Hill Fire Department reminds residents of city fireworks rules ahead of America 250 celebrations

OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) - As communities prepare to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the Oak Hill Fire Department is reminding...

The 2027 finalists pictured left to right: JoAnn Gilbert, Brooklyn Long, Andrea Helms and Michelle Shreve. Lisa Cook is not pictured. (West Virginia Department of Education)

Three southern West Virginia school employees named finalists for 2027 School Service Personnel of the Year

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) - Three southern West Virginia school employees have been named finalists for the 2027 West Virginia School...

Fayette County man charged after alleged altercation with deputy

FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - A Fayette County man is facing charges after allegedly threatening and struggling with a sheriff’s...

Fireworks light up the sky in Ansted Saturday night

Ansted Heritage Festival celebrates community, history and America’s 250th as 2026 event concludes

ANSTED, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The 2026 Ansted Hometown Heritage Festival wrapped up Sunday after three days of community celebrations that...

Fayetteville splash pad temporarily closed following electrical equipment failure

FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) - UPDATE 6/24/2026 3:57 PM: The splash pad has reopened. — The Town of Fayetteville’s splash pad...

Oceana reminds mobile vendors of $250 annual business license requirement beginning July 1

OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The City of Oceana is reminding mobile vendors that a valid city business license is required...

Heavy rain, severe storms expected across West Virginia on Monday

WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) - West Virginians should prepare for a round of heavy rain and potentially severe thunderstorms beginning late...

ATV crash in Fayette County prompts medical helicopter response