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CDL Class Starting in June at New River CTC

GHENT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – New River Community and Technical College is now registering students for its upcoming Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training Class, beginning in June. This hands-on training opportunity equips students with the skills needed to begin a career in the high-demand trucking and transportation industry.
The program will be offered in two phases at the Advanced Technology Center in Ghent. The first phase, Learner’s Permit Prep Week, begins June 2. Students interested in

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West Virginia Supreme Court Upholds Order Requiring Utility Oversight After Prison Water Outages

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has upheld a decision by the state’s Public Service Commission (PSC) ordering Gauley River Public Service District to enter into a management agreement with a larger utility company, following repeated failures in water service to the Mount Olive Correctional Complex.
The ruling, issued May 22, affirms the PSC’s finding that Gauley River is a “distressed utility” under state law and authorizes the Commission to mandate

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Authorities searching for woman in alleged child abduction case in Summers County

JUMPING BRANCH, WV (LOOTPRESS) – UPDATE 5/23/25 9:46 PM: According to the Summers County Sheriff’s Department, Lisa Pack has been apprehended in Raleigh County with a male.
The child has been located safely.
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The Summers County Sheriff’s Department is actively investigating a reported child abduction in the Jumping Branch area and is asking for the public’s help in locating a local woman.
According to police, Lisa Pack of Jumping Branch is believed to be unlawfully in possession of a



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Family Conflict Escalates: Man Allegedly Defies No-Contact Order

PHILIPPI, WV (LOOTPRESS)— A Philippi man is facing accusations of violating a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) after repeated and unwanted contact with a family member, according to a report from the Barbour County Sheriff’s Department.
On May 16, 2025, Deputy Williams responded to a disturbance on Penny Lane in Barbour County involving Travis Barkley — referred to in the report as the defendant — and his father, identified as the victim.
According to authorities, the victim reported

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Man Accused of Hitting Mother, Making Threats in Greenbrier County Incident

GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) -A domestic disturbance in Greenbrier County has led to assault allegations against a Lewisburg man after a confrontation with his mother turned physical.
West Virginia State Police were dispatched around 1 p.m. Tuesday to a residence on Shoestring Trail following a report of a domestic incident. According to the responding trooper, the victim reported that her son, Alex Crookshanks became aggressive after she opened the door while bringing in a package.
She

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New Campsites at Coopers Rock State Forest Now Available for Reservations

BRUCETON MILLS, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Just in time for last-minute Memorial Day weekend getaways, West Virginia State Parks has announced that an expanded section of the McCollum Campground at Coopers Rock State Forest is now open and available for reservations, earlier than originally anticipated.
The expansion adds 25 new campsites to McCollum Campground, bringing the total to 50. Each new site is equipped with 50-amp electric service, water hookups, a picnic table, fire ring and grill, ideal for

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Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Administration’s Ban on Harvard’s Foreign Student Enrollment

BOSTON (LOOTPRESS) — A federal judge on Friday temporarily halted the Trump administration’s attempt to strip Harvard University of its ability to enroll international students, siding with the Ivy League institution just hours after it filed an emergency lawsuit.
U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs granted Harvard’s request for a temporary restraining order, blocking the Department of Homeland Security from revoking the university’s certification in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program.

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Billy Joel Cancels Entire Tour Following Diagnosis of Neurological Disorder

NEW YORK (LOOTPRESS) — Music icon Billy Joel has announced the cancellation of all remaining concerts on his tour following a diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a rare neurological condition. The 76-year-old singer had 17 performances scheduled across North America and England, including high-profile shows at Yankee Stadium, Citi Field, and MetLife Stadium.
Joel’s team released a statement confirming that his symptoms—hearing, vision, and balance issues—have worsened due to the

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Summersville installs first electric vehicle charging station

SUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Summersville has announced the installation of its first electric vehicle (EV) charging station, marking a significant step toward modern infrastructure and accessibility.
The new charging station is located in the parking lot of the Ferguson Office Building at Northside Plaza.
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Concord University announces Spring 2025 Dean’s List

ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Concord University has released its Spring 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing undergraduate students who demonstrated academic excellence during the semester.
To qualify, students must have been enrolled full-time, completed at least 12 Concord credit hours, and earned a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher.
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