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Brushfork Man Arrested After Violent Domestic Dispute Involving Juvenile

BRUSHFORK, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A Brushfork man is facing multiple charges after a domestic incident involving a juvenile and another adult on Friday, June 6, 2025.
At approximately 5:33 p.m., West Virginia State Police responded to a call from Mercer County 911 regarding a domestic dispute.  The call was made after a juvenile girl reportedly fled the home and ran across the street to ask a neighbor for help.
Upon arrival, troopers spoke with Chandler Wishnevsky, who stated that he and his mother

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Multiple vape shops raided in two West Virginia counties for illegal sales to minors

RANDOLPH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A large-scale law enforcement operation led by the Mountain Region Drug and Violent Crimes Task Force resulted in the execution of search warrants at five tobacco and vape shops across Randolph and Upshur Counties on Thursday, June 5.
The coordinated effort was in response to numerous complaints that minors under 18 and individuals under the age of 21 were able to purchase Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC products, along with other banned or illegal substances, from

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Stuck military vehicle temporarily closes mountainous road in West Virginia

RACINE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A military recovery vehicle caused a temporary road closure early Thursday morning after getting stuck on Drawdy Mountain.
According to the Racine Volunteer Fire Department, the vehicle was identified as an M88 Armored Recovery Vehicle.
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WV State Board of Education votes to disregard governor’s order on vaccine exemptions

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Board of Education voted Wednesday to support county school systems in disregarding Governor Patrick Morrisey’s executive order that allows for religious and conscientious exemptions to the state’s school vaccination requirements.
During the meeting, the board approved a motion recommending the State Superintendent issue guidance instructing county school boards to follow the current compulsory school vaccination law.


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One person dead following motorcycle crash in West Virginia

BRAXTON COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A 62-year-old man from Elkview was killed Wednesday afternoon in a motorcycle crash near the Gerald R. Freeman Campground.
According to the West Virginia State Police, the crash occurred around 1:20 p.m. on W.Va. Route 15, approximately two-tenths of a mile east of the campground.
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Ansted Hometown Heritage Festival returns this weekend

ANSTED, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The annual Ansted Hometown Heritage Festival is set to bring a weekend full of fun, food, and family entertainment to downtown Ansted from Friday, June 13 through Sunday, June 15.
The festival kicks off Friday evening at 5 p.m. with a live chainsaw carving demonstration by the Mason Dixon Boys, followed by live musical performances from Glen Shelton at 6 p.m. and Acoustic Fusion at 8 p.m.
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One person charged with murder after woman found dead

INWOOD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man has been charged with murder following a deadly incident Tuesday afternoon in Berkeley County.
According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to a report of a physical disturbance at 473 Sulphur Springs Road in Inwood around 3:15 p.m. on June 10.
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Man arrested after stealing a bicycle and a kitten

FRANKFORD, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Authorities arrested Vesper Lewis after he allegedly broke into his mother’s home, threatened a woman, and stole both a bicycle and a kitten on Monday, May 26, 2025.
Greenbrier County deputies were dispatched to a home when the house sitter for the homeowner called 911 to report an active break-in. She told dispatchers that Lewis, the victim’s son, had unlawfully entered the home despite being previously barred from the property.
Upon arrival, officers found signs of

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Athens-Concord Town Social to return August 17

ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Athens-Concord Town Social organizers have set the date for the 37th annual event and hope this year’s participants are ready to Let the Good Times Roar! The day of fun, food, and festivities will take place on Sunday, August 17, 1-4 p.m., on the front lawn of Concord University and, as always, will coincide with CU’s new student orientation weekend. 
Food and artisan vendors, community groups, local businesses, school organizations, and more are encouraged to showcase

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Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening Aunt with Axe in Bluefield

BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A domestic disturbance turned violent on June 8, 2025, when Steven McKinney allegedly threatened his aunt with an axe at a residence, according to the Bluefield Police Department.
Officers responded following reports of a dispute between McKinney and his family members. When police arrived, they found McKinney outside the home and conducted a safety frisk, confirming he was unarmed at the time.
While officers began their investigation, other residents emerged from the

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