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Former correctional officers indicted for murder of SRJ inmate Quantez Burks

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Four former correctional officers at Southern Regional Jail have been indicted for second-degree murder of inmate Quantez Burks.
According to court records, in the September 2025 term, a Raleigh County grand jury returned indictments for four former correctional officers at Southern Regional Jail.
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Two people arrested on child neglect charges

MINGO COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Mingo County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of two residents on felony child neglect charges.
Billy S. Manns and Tia R. Vance, both of Williamson, were taken into custody on October 2, 2025, by Cpl. E. Williams and Deputy J.D. Tincher.
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Major improvements underway at Plum Orchard Lake Wildlife Management Area

FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – After years of concerns from residents and visitors about deteriorating conditions at Plum Orchard Lake Wildlife Management Area, major improvements are now well underway.
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) provided an extensive update to local legislators this week detailing ongoing projects at the popular outdoor recreation site.
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Police identify man killed in hit-and-run on West Virginia Turnpike

FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A 63-year-old man from Middlesex, North Carolina, was killed Friday in a hit-and-run on the West Virginia Turnpike.
Jack Walter was struck near the 63-mile marker, according to West Virginia State Police.
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New River CTC Partners with BetterMynd to Provide Free Online Counseling for Students

BEAVER, WV (LOOTPRESS) – New River Community and Technical College is expanding support services for students by partnering with BetterMynd, an online therapy platform. The collaboration provides New River CTC students with access to free, confidential counseling sessions from licensed mental health professionals.
With limited in-person counseling options, the new partnership ensures students can receive support wherever they are using a laptop, smartphone or tablet during the day, evening or

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Two arrested after drug bust in Wyoming County traffic stop

WYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two men were arrested after a traffic stop in Brier Creek led to the recovery of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cash, according to the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Department.
Deputies said that on Saturday, October 4, 2025, around 11:50 p.m., Corporal Matthew Perry observed a white SUV driving suspiciously at a slow rate of speed.
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West Virginia WIC program currently remains open during government shutdown

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program will continue operating during the current government shutdown, the state Department of Health announced.
WIC clinics will keep providing food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referral services until further notice.
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One person injured, one arrested following shooting incident in Nicholas County

CRAIGSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Craigsville man has been arrested following a shooting that left another man injured early Saturday morning, according to the Nicholas County Sheriff’s Department.
Deputies said the incident occurred around 2:48 a.m. on October 4 at a residence on Fourth Street in Craigsville.
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Wanted West Virginia fugitive found hiding in wall of attic

OHIO (LOOTPRESS) – A man wanted on federal drug charges in West Virginia since August has been captured in Cleveland, OH, authorities announced.
The U.S. Marshals reported that 29-year-old Terrell Sparks was found Friday morning hiding in the wall of the attic at a home in the 8300 block of Medina Avenue “after an extensive search.”
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2025 Beckley Chili Night winners announced

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Many filled the streets of downtown Beckley on October 4 for the city’s 34th Annual Chili Night, celebrating local talent, food, and community spirit.
Beckley Events thanked all participants and volunteers who helped make the event a success, and announced winners in several categories.
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