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MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - A project to renovate the eastbound and westbound spans of the Oakvale Bridge in Mercer County is among 11 construction projects awarded by the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) on Monday, December 22, 2025. #MercerCounty
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WVDOH awards contract for Mercer County bridge rehabilitation
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - A project to renovate the eastbound and westbound spans of the Oakvale Bridge in Mercer County is among 11 construction projects
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December 24, 2025 at 12:35 PM
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - A project to renovate the eastbound and westbound spans of the Oakvale Bridge in Mercer County is among 11 construction projects awarded by the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) on Monday, December 22, 2025. #MercerCounty
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Jim Beam will suspend bourbon production at one of its Kentucky distilleries for at least a year as the American whiskey industry grapples with trade uncertainty and weakening consumer demand.
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Jim Beam to Pause Kentucky Distillery Operations for One Year as Tariffs, Demand Slump Hit Industry
KENTUCKY (LOOTPRESS) - Jim Beam will suspend bourbon production at one of its Kentucky distilleries for at least a year as the American whiskey industry grapple
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December 24, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Jim Beam will suspend bourbon production at one of its Kentucky distilleries for at least a year as the American whiskey industry grapples with trade uncertainty and weakening consumer demand.
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PSC: "Starting January 1, 2026, the average monthly residential rates should decrease by 12 cents to $137.31."
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Settlement Means Lower Power Bills for Mon Power, Potomac Edison Customers
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia accepted a settlement agreement Tuesday that will decrease by 0.1 percent the aver
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December 23, 2025 at 10:43 PM
PSC: "Starting January 1, 2026, the average monthly residential rates should decrease by 12 cents to $137.31."
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OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A Wyoming County man is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly disrupting church services, threatening security members, and violating a no-trespass order in Oceana.
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Man Faces Multiple Charges After Church Disruption and Trespassing Incidents in Oceana
OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A Wyoming County man is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly disrupting church services, threatening security members, a
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December 23, 2025 at 7:25 PM
OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A Wyoming County man is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly disrupting church services, threatening security members, and violating a no-trespass order in Oceana.
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HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS)— Police have charged a man following the theft of more than $1,000 worth of items from a front porch in Hinton.
According to police, Patrolman L. Appell responded to a reported larceny at a residence on Summers Street on Dec. 18, 2025.
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According to police, Patrolman L. Appell responded to a reported larceny at a residence on Summers Street on Dec. 18, 2025.
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Porch theft in Hinton leads to man charged with Grand Larceny
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS)— Police have charged a man following the theft of more than $1,000 worth of items from a front porch in Hinton. According to police, P
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December 23, 2025 at 4:33 PM
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS)— Police have charged a man following the theft of more than $1,000 worth of items from a front porch in Hinton.
According to police, Patrolman L. Appell responded to a reported larceny at a residence on Summers Street on Dec. 18, 2025.
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According to police, Patrolman L. Appell responded to a reported larceny at a residence on Summers Street on Dec. 18, 2025.
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No winner last night....$1.7 billion Powerball jackpot set for Christmas Eve drawing
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$1.7 billion Powerball jackpot set for Christmas Eve drawing
(LOOTPRESS) - Powerball® could deliver the ultimate life-changing prize this Christmas Eve. No ticket matched all six numbers drawn last night, pushing the jac
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December 23, 2025 at 1:07 PM
No winner last night....$1.7 billion Powerball jackpot set for Christmas Eve drawing
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The West Virginia Parkways Authority expects 1,065,000 vehicle transactions on the West Virginia Turnpike over the holiday season that began Friday, December 19, 2025.
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More than 1 million transactions expected on West Virginia Turnpike this holiday season
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Parkways Authority expects 1,065,000 vehicle transactions on the West Virginia Turnpike over the holiday season
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December 22, 2025 at 7:43 PM
The West Virginia Parkways Authority expects 1,065,000 vehicle transactions on the West Virginia Turnpike over the holiday season that began Friday, December 19, 2025.
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FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) - As 2025 winds down, Fayetteville is gearing up for a wide array of New Year’s Eve celebrations that promise something for everyone — from elegant dinners and lively parties to community traditions and wellness events. #FayetteCounty
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Fayetteville, WV Prepares for Diverse New Year’s Eve Celebrations Ahead of 2026
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) - As 2025 winds down, Fayetteville is gearing up for a wide array of New Year’s Eve celebrations that promise something for every
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December 22, 2025 at 6:47 PM
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) - As 2025 winds down, Fayetteville is gearing up for a wide array of New Year’s Eve celebrations that promise something for everyone — from elegant dinners and lively parties to community traditions and wellness events. #FayetteCounty
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West Virginia State Parks officials today announced that a series of state-park branded bourbons produced by Smooth Ambler will soon be available to purchase at select retailers across the state.
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West Virginia State Parks Expands Smooth Ambler Partnership
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia State Parks officials today announced that a series of state-park branded bourbons produced by Smooth Ambler will s
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December 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM
West Virginia State Parks officials today announced that a series of state-park branded bourbons produced by Smooth Ambler will soon be available to purchase at select retailers across the state.
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CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia State Parks officials announced that 21 state parks and forests will host 24 First Day Hikes on Jan. 1 to help visitors kick off 2026 with time spent outdoors.
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West Virginia State Parks Announces First Day Hikes
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia State Parks officials announced that 21 state parks and forests will host 24 First Day Hikes on Jan. 1 to help visi
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December 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia State Parks officials announced that 21 state parks and forests will host 24 First Day Hikes on Jan. 1 to help visitors kick off 2026 with time spent outdoors.
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RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The West Virginia Republican Party has begun accepting applications to fill a vacancy in the State House of Delegates for House District 42.
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West Virginia GOP Opens Applications to Fill House District 42 Vacancy
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The West Virginia Republican Party has begun accepting applications to fill a vacancy in the State House of Delegates for House
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December 21, 2025 at 1:33 PM
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The West Virginia Republican Party has begun accepting applications to fill a vacancy in the State House of Delegates for House District 42.
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(LOOTPRESS) - This Sunday, December 21, marks the official first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere — the winter solstice. At 10:03 a.m. EST, the sun reached its lowest point in the sky, making today the shortest day and longest night of the year.
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Winter Officially Begins Today: Shortest Day, Longest Night Mark the Solstice
(LOOTPRESS) - This Sunday, December 21, marks the official first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere — the winter solstice. At 10:03 a.m. EST, the sun re
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December 21, 2025 at 1:23 PM
(LOOTPRESS) - This Sunday, December 21, marks the official first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere — the winter solstice. At 10:03 a.m. EST, the sun reached its lowest point in the sky, making today the shortest day and longest night of the year.
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CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Governor Patrick Morrisey formally announced that the State of West Virginia has requested the posthumous award of the Purple Heart for U.S.
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Governor Morrisey Requests Purple Hearts for Guard Members Killed, Injured in D.C. Attack
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Governor Patrick Morrisey formally announced that the State of West Virginia has requested the posthumous award of the Purple Hea
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December 20, 2025 at 10:57 PM
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Governor Patrick Morrisey formally announced that the State of West Virginia has requested the posthumous award of the Purple Heart for U.S.
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PINEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) One person has died following an early-morning structure fire on Edgewood Street in Pineville, according to local authorities.
At approximately 3:22 a.m.
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At approximately 3:22 a.m.
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One Dead in Early-Morning Structure Fire In Wyoming County
PINEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) One person has died following an early-morning structure fire on Edgewood Street in Pineville, according to local authorities. At a
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December 20, 2025 at 12:17 AM
PINEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) One person has died following an early-morning structure fire on Edgewood Street in Pineville, according to local authorities.
At approximately 3:22 a.m.
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At approximately 3:22 a.m.
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CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – After the fifth West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) vehicle was struck by another vehicle in the space of a week, the WVDOT is urging drivers to pay attention on state roadways.
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WVDOT urges public to pay attention on state highways
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – After the fifth West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) vehicle was struck by another vehicle in the space of a week,
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December 19, 2025 at 11:51 PM
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – After the fifth West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) vehicle was struck by another vehicle in the space of a week, the WVDOT is urging drivers to pay attention on state roadways.
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CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The West Virginia Department of Tourism is bringing a taste of the mountains to the capital city this weekend at the Dirty Birds Light the Night event.
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Hit the Slopes at Light the Night with West Virginia’s New Interactive Ski Simulator
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The West Virginia Department of Tourism is bringing a taste of the mountains to the capital city this weekend at the Dirty Birds Li
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December 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The West Virginia Department of Tourism is bringing a taste of the mountains to the capital city this weekend at the Dirty Birds Light the Night event.
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West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is leading a coalition of 22 attorneys general, standing up for children and for religious freedom.
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Attorney General McCuskey Leads Coalition to Stand up for Children and Religious Freedom
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is leading a coalition of 22 attorneys general, standing up for children and for relig
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December 18, 2025 at 5:28 PM
West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is leading a coalition of 22 attorneys general, standing up for children and for religious freedom.
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Former Delegate Chris Pritt is running for the West Virginia State Senate in District 17.
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Chris Pritt to Run for WV State Senate
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) - Former Delegate Chris Pritt is running for the West Virginia State Senate in District 17. Chris served two terms in the West Virgi
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December 18, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Former Delegate Chris Pritt is running for the West Virginia State Senate in District 17.
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A disturbing case of animal neglect unfolded in Fayette County in November after authorities discovered nine pit bulls—four of them already dead—at a residence on Sharp Road.
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Nine Dogs Found Neglected at Fayetteville Home; Four Puppies Dead, Woman Arrested
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A disturbing case of animal neglect unfolded in Fayette County last week after authorities discovered nine pit bulls—four of
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December 18, 2025 at 4:23 PM
A disturbing case of animal neglect unfolded in Fayette County in November after authorities discovered nine pit bulls—four of them already dead—at a residence on Sharp Road.
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The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is kicking off a more efficient way to obtain your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test card on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
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West Virginia DMV Introduces New CDL E-Test Card
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) - The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is kicking off a more efficient way to obtain your Commercial Driver’s License
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December 17, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is kicking off a more efficient way to obtain your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test card on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
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Greenbrier County Sheriff Bart Baker is proud to announce the graduation and certification of Deputy Thad Fullen.
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Greenbrier Sheriff's Department celebrates graduation and certification of Deputy Fullen
GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - Greenbrier County Sheriff Bart Baker is proud to announce the graduation and certification of Deputy Thad Fullen. Deputy Ful
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December 17, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Greenbrier County Sheriff Bart Baker is proud to announce the graduation and certification of Deputy Thad Fullen.
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The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that hunters harvested 33,775 antlered deer during the state’s two-week buck firearm season, which ran from Nov. 24 to Dec. 7.
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WVDNR Reports Buck Firearms Season Harvest Numbers
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that hunters harvested 33,775 antlered deer during the state’
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December 17, 2025 at 12:12 PM
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that hunters harvested 33,775 antlered deer during the state’s two-week buck firearm season, which ran from Nov. 24 to Dec. 7.
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Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted measurable progress in West Virginia’s child welfare system
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Governor Morrisey Highlights Measurable Progress and Continued Reform in West Virginia’s Child Welfare System
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted measurable progress in West Virginia’s child welfare system, pointing to improved outcome
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December 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted measurable progress in West Virginia’s child welfare system
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Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey invite local families to visit the Governor’s Mansion for free photos with Santa Claus inside the special life-sized gingerbread house.
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Governor and First Lady Morrisey Invite Local Families to Governor’s Mansion for Photos with Santa
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) - Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey invite local families to visit the Governor’s Mansion for free photos wi
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December 17, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey invite local families to visit the Governor’s Mansion for free photos with Santa Claus inside the special life-sized gingerbread house.
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CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Employees of the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) came together to support the YWCA Sojourner's Homeless Shelter for Women and Families through a food drive that provided critical resources to women and families in need.
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PSC employees host holiday food drive for YWCA
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Employees of the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) came together to support the YWCA Sojourner's Homeless Shelter
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December 17, 2025 at 11:31 AM
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Employees of the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) came together to support the YWCA Sojourner's Homeless Shelter for Women and Families through a food drive that provided critical resources to women and families in need.
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