Beckley Police investigating suspicious item found in Halloween candy

Local NewsBy Fred PersingerNovember 3, 2025

BECKLEY, W.Va. — The Beckley Police Department is investigating after a suspicious item was found in a child’s trick-or-treat basket on Halloween night. According to police, a parent reported discovering a small vial labeled as fentanyl containing an unknown substance among their child’s Halloween treats. The item was secured by officers, and no injuries have…

Fayette County hosting homestead exemption clinic next week

Local NewsBy Fred PersingerNovember 3, 2025

FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. — A homestead exemption clinic is coming up next week for Fayette County residents. The clinic allows residents to sign up for a 2026 homestead exemption, which provides a property tax discount for those 65 and older or permanently disabled. Residents who are 64 but will turn 65 before July 1, 2026,…