CHARLESTON – With one member of the West Virginia National Guard dead and another in critical condition following a shooting the day before Thanksgiving, Gov. Patrick Morrisey called for a moment of prayer for the surviving Guard member and the families of both.
Meanwhile, U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito called for the maximum federal penalty for the suspected shooter, an Afghan national recently granted asylum in the U.S., which could mean the death penalty if convicted.
Morrisey issued an
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By STEVEN ALLEN ADAMS For the Dominion Post CHARLESTON – With one member of the West Virginia National Guard dead and another in critical condition following a […]
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Following the death of 20-year-old West Virginia National Guard Spc. Sarah Beckstrom, the federal prosecutor for the District of Columbia said the suspect now will face charges upgraded to first-degree murder.
Meanwhile, West Virginia is honoring Beckstrom’s memory.
“My baby girl has passed to Glory,” her father, Gary Beckstrom, posted on social media.
Gov. Patrick Morrisey issued a formal proclamation requesting that all West Virginians observe a statewide moment of silence or prayer at 2:15
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November 28 brings together a rich blend of diplomatic moments, frontier expansion, cultural milestones, aviation breakthroughs, and national celebrations. From the earliest days of the Republic to the height of modern innovation, this date reflects the ongoing evolution of America’s identity and global influence.
Below are ten significant events that took place on November 28.
1. 1785 — The Treaty of Hopewell Is Signed
Representatives of the United States and the Cherokee Nation signed the
by Lootpress(LOOTPRESS) – The holidays hit everyone differently. Some folks want cozy cabins and a quiet mountain escape. Others want lights, events, and something festive to break up the winter slump. And plenty of West Virginians are simply looking for a quick reset — somewhere close enough for a weekend but far enough away to feel like an escape.
Here are five of the best short winter getaways in West Virginia and the surrounding region — each offering something different for families, couples, or anyone
by LootpressCHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia State Parks officials today announced a special Black Friday offer on holiday merchandise that rewards shoppers with an official Almost Heaven swing ornament when they spend $100 or more on Black Friday at shopwvstateparks.com.
“Our Black Friday specials are a great way for families and friends to experience the beauty and relaxation of West Virginia’s state parks,” said State Parks acting chief Dillard Price. “Whether you’re planning a winter getaway
by LootpressWASHINGTON, DC (LOOTPRESS) – U.S. service members lined the streets of Washington, D.C., in a solemn display of unity and respect during an honor escort for U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom of the West Virginia National Guard. The procession, held on November 27, 2025, paused traffic and drew quiet reverence from onlookers as military personnel stood shoulder to shoulder to honor the fallen soldier.
The tradition—often referred to as a fallen soldier procession—is a time-honored military ritual in
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — MetroNews This Morning in our weekday podcast that gets you caught up on what’s going on in West Virginia.
Listen to the Friday, Nov. 28 episode here.
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