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Oak Hill man sentenced to more than three years in federal drug case

OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – An Oak Hill man has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for multiple methamphetamine and fentanyl distribution offenses, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday.
John Gray, 40, of Oak Hill, received a sentence of three years and one month, followed by three years of supervised release.
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Bluefield State Earns Top Five Placement in New Statewide College Rankings

BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Bluefield State University has been named one of the Top Five colleges in West Virginia by Research.com in its 2025 to 2026 Best Colleges in West Virginia ranking. This recognition places Bluefield State among a select group of institutions that deliver strong value, meaningful outcomes, and accessible opportunity for students across the state.
Research.com’s rankings draw on publicly available data that measure cost, graduation rates, academic quality, and alumni

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Raleigh County to hold full-scale disaster exercise at Raleigh General Hospital

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Raleigh County Emergency Services will conduct a full-scale disaster exercise at Raleigh General Hospital on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, between 9:55 a.m. and noon, according to a press release from the Raleigh County Emergency Services Authority.
The exercise will take place primarily in the hospital’s Emergency Room and Trauma Center areas.
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Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Southern West Virginia and Southwest Virginia

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for portions of southwest Virginia and southeast and southern West Virginia, with forecasters warning of accumulating snow and hazardous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, the advisory goes into effect 7 p.m. this evening and remains in place until 10 a.m. Friday.
2 to 4 Inches of Snow Expected
Forecasters say the region can expect 2 to 4 inches of snow, which may lead to slick roadways and reduced


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President Trump orders flags lowered to honor West Virginia National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom

(LOOTPRESS) – President Donald Trump has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff to honor Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, the West Virginia National Guard member who was shot and killed in Washington, D.C.
The proclamation, issued Thursday, reads:
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Public Hearing Scheduled for West Virginia American Water Rate Cases

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia has scheduled a virtual and in-person public comment hearing on December 15 for two rate cases filed by West Virginia-American Water Co.
In May, the company requested approval for a $46 million increase in water rates and a $1.4 million increase in sewer rates. The company proposes implementing the increases in two phases: addendum period 1, effective March 2026; and addendum period 2, effective March 2027.
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$50,000 winning Powerball ticket sold in southern West Virginia

GAP MILLS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man has won a $50,000 prize from the West Virginia Lottery’s Powerball game in Monroe County.
According to lottery officials, Kenneth A. claimed the prize from the November 30, 2025 drawing.
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State Fire Marshals Remind Public: Live Christmas Trees Illegal in Public Buildings

WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) — As holiday decorations begin to brighten schools, offices, and government buildings across the state, the West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office is issuing a seasonal reminder: live Christmas trees are illegal in all public buildings.
While officials stress they aren’t trying to dampen holiday spirit, they say the rule exists for one important reason — safety.
“We’re not the Grinch,” the Fire Marshal’s Office noted in its announcement. “We enjoy the season too. We

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Lewisburg Police: Woman Caught Inhaling Air Duster While Shopping at Walmart

LEWISBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A routine call to a local Walmart turned into an arrest Saturday after Lewisburg Police say a woman was caught inhaling air duster while walking through the store.
According to Patrolman Thomas of the Lewisburg Police Department, officers responded to a disturbance at the Walmart on Jefferson Street North on December 1, 2025. When Thomas arrived, he found Sgt. Williams with the suspect — later identified as Vicky Scott — along with several members of Walmart’s Asset

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West Virginians Brace for Higher Power Bills as NEADA Warns of Energy Cost Surge

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A new energy-price report issued by NEADA warns that rising electricity rates this winter could hit West Virginia households especially hard, adding to mounting financial pressure on low- and middle-income families.
The group’s 2025 winter outlook highlights a sharp increase in electricity prices nationwide — a trend that comes at a critical time for states like West Virginia, where power costs are already climbing.
Why West Virginia May Be Hit Hard
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