A man has been arrested in Mercer County on multiple charges, including first-degree murder. According to jail records, Raheem Raquon Reed was taken into custody Thursday, October 16, 2025, and booked at Southern Regional Jail around 7:15 p.m. Reed is charged with first-degree murder, conspiracy, and use of a firearm during the commission of a…
A Raleigh County contractor is facing multiple felony charges after state police say he took thousands of dollars from several customers for home improvement projects that were never completed. According to a criminal complaint filed in Raleigh County Magistrate Court, Glen Thomas Ullman, owner of Fence Daddy and More LLC, has been charged with seven…
The Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a body was discovered Wednesday morning in the Baileysville area. Sheriff Brad Ellison confirmed the discovery and said that, at this time, investigators do not suspect foul play. Authorities have not released the person’s identity as they work to notify family members. The investigation remains ongoing under…
A 25-year-old Bluefield man has been arrested after allegedly firing multiple shots at a vehicle carrying five minors near Mercer Mall on Thursday, October 16, according to Mercer County authorities. The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were dispatched around 3:38 p.m. to 360 Napa Lane after reports of a shooting near the intersection of…
Criminal charges against former Raleigh County Prosecuting Attorney Benjamin Hatfield have been dismissed in multiple counties. In Raleigh County, Hatfield faced three separate charges: Violation of a protective order (dismissed September 15, 2025, by Magistrate Greg Tanner) Violation of a domestic violence protective order (dismissed September 12, 2025, by Magistrate Matthew Epling) Intimidation and retaliation…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey has appointed Donnie Lee Adkins II, a Raleigh County attorney, to the West Virginia Parole Board, citing his extensive background in criminal defense and public service. Adkins, a Beckley native and owner of The Aspen Law Office in Raleigh County, brings years of legal experience to the position. A…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Hope Gas, Inc. has filed a request with the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) seeking approval to raise natural gas rates for customers in 35 counties across the state. If approved, the proposed increase would generate about $79.6 million in additional annual revenue, representing a 40.95% overall rate hike. The…
The Raleigh County Veterans & First Responders Museum will host a historic anchor-setting ceremony at 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 201 South Eisenhower Drive in Beckley. The public is invited to witness the installation of a 6,000-pound mooring anchor from the USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) — a legendary American aircraft carrier…
PAX, W.Va. (WJLS News) — A railroad crossing in Fayette County will be temporarily closed later this month for repair work. According to a press release, starting at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2025, repairs to the crossing in the Town of Pax will require the temporary closure of Paint Creek Road (County Route…
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Big 12 Conference and the West Virginia University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics have announced game times and television designations for the 2025–26 men’s basketball season. West Virginia games will air across multiple national platforms, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, CBS, FOX, CBS Sports Network, FS1, ESPN+ and Peacock. Fans will once again…
The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority is inviting the public to an open house this Thursday, October 16th, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the New River Conference Center in Oak Hill. Organizers say it’s an opportunity to meet the planning team and take a firsthand look at the Site Master Plan for Wolf…
PINEVILLE, W.V.— Nearly $20 million in public water system upgrades have been announced for Wyoming County, marking a major step toward addressing long-standing water quality issues across the region. Residents in several parts of the county have reported substandard water conditions for years, saying the water in their homes is unsafe to drink and has…
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Tuesday that his administration will file to extend a donor agreement with the National Park Service (NPS) to ensure West Virginia’s national park sites remain open during the ongoing federal government shutdown. West Virginia was among the first states to enter such an agreement, which was initially valid for 14 days…
FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — A “No Kings” protest has been planned near the intersection of U.S. Route 19 and State Route 16 on Bridge Day this Saturday. According to organizers, “No Kings” is a political protest movement that rejects what they describe as authoritarian tendencies in President Donald Trump’s second term. A similar protest was held…
The Fayette County Humane Society has entered its final week managing the county animal shelter before control of the facility transfers to the Fayette County Commission on Saturday, October 18. The organization, which ended its contract with the county last month, said staff are making a final push to find homes for the remaining animals…
PINEVILLE, W.V. — A Wyoming County man is facing charges after police say he and another man were caught on camera stealing multiple packs of steaks from a local grocery store. According to a criminal complaint filed in Wyoming County, officers responded to Goodson’s Supermarket in Pineville after employees reported a shoplifting incident involving two…
SOPHIA— A Raleigh County couple has been charged after police said they left their three young children unsupervised for more than 12 hours in an apartment where drugs and weapons were present. According to a criminal complaint, Kenneth Neal Conley, 46, and Tamara Ann Conley, 44, are each charged with child neglect creating a substantial…
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A man accused of threatening a woman in the parking lot of the Lewisburg Walmart was arrested after officers found a loaded handgun and multiple knives in his vehicle, according to the Lewisburg Police Department. The incident began around midnight on October 4, 2025, when a woman, Haylee Robinson, told police she was sitting in…
BECKLEY— West Virginia Junior College’s School of Nursing has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 CECU Innovation in Employer Collaboration Award, one of only three schools nationwide to earn this distinction. The award, presented by the Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU), recognizes institutions that demonstrate excellence in education, innovation, and partnerships with…
BECKLEY— A four-day hearing over whether West Virginia families can claim religious exemptions to school vaccination requirements has ended without an immediate decision. After two days of testimony in September and two more this week, Raleigh County Circuit Judge Michael Froble told attorneys Thursday that he needs more time to deliberate before issuing a ruling.…
The bridge, which carries Route 29 over Piney Creek, stretches nearly 2,000 feet and handles around 10,000 vehicles a day. Catts Construction was awarded the contract for the project, which includes a new concrete deck overlay, new expansion joints, repairs to the north abutment, and a fresh coat of paint. Highway officials say the bridge…
HINTON — A Hinton man was arrested Tuesday morning after allegedly threatening to kill his sister and father during a violent domestic disturbance, according to police. At around 11:30 a.m. on October 7, 2025, Patrolman K. Higginbotham of the Hinton Police Department responded to a 911 call reporting an active domestic situation at a home on…
RALEIGH COUNTY– A Raleigh County deputy is being commended for his quick actions after rescuing a 91-year-old woman who fell into a thorn bush in her backyard. According to Sheriff Frank Priddy, the county’s Emergency Operations Center received a call from the woman, who reported that she was trapped and at risk of further injury.…
WAR — A McDowell County man is behind bars after allegedly attacking a woman during a violent domestic incident Saturday afternoon in War. According to the West Virginia State Police, Senior Trooper R.L. Morgan was dispatched around 4:41 p.m. on October 4, 2025, to a report of a domestic disturbance and possible overdose at a home…
After years of complaints about deteriorating conditions, major improvements are now underway at Plum Orchard Lake Wildlife Management Area. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources recently updated local lawmakers, outlining several upgrades completed between 2024 and 2025. A new Wildlife Resource Specialist was hired last fall, and maintenance crews have been busy with groundskeeping,…
The Wyoming County Sheriff’s Department says Corporal Matthew Perry pulled over a white SUV just before midnight Saturday after noticing it driving suspiciously slow. When the driver tried to flee by turning off the headlights, deputies eventually stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as Daniel Powell. A search turned up Suboxone strips, methamphetamine, fentanyl,…
OAK HILL – Veterans and their families in the Oak Hill area will have the chance to connect with the Beckley Vet Center this week. The mobile unit will host its monthly outreach event on Wednesday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to noon in the parking lot of the Oak Hill Church of the Nazarene. In…
CRAIGSVILLE, W.Va. (WJLS News) – 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. Investigators said four individuals were at the…
Authorities say a massive drug seizure in Mercer County ranks among the largest in West Virginia history, with enough fentanyl recovered to potentially kill 12 million people. Governor Patrick Morrisey made the announcement during a press conference Thursday morning in Charleston, joined by West Virginia State Police and Mercer County law enforcement. The bust, the…
High school seniors considering Marshall University will have a chance to learn more about the school’s new Direct Admissions program during a special event in Beckley on October 3. The Direct Admissions Launch will take place in the Woodrow Wilson High School auditorium from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Part of the “Marshall Direct” initiative, the…
Several Fayette County towns have set their trick-or-treat and trunk-or-treat schedules for the upcoming Halloween season. Each municipality determines its own dates and times through city council. Montgomery will open the festivities with a Trunk or Treat on October 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. On October 25, Ansted will host its event from 11…
A Beckley man is facing charges after police say he brandished and revved a chainsaw during a confrontation outside O’Reilly Auto Parts on September 11. Beckley Police said officers were dispatched to 307 Beckley Plaza after receiving reports of a man threatening people with a chainsaw. When officers arrived, they identified the suspect as Aaron…
Deputies responding to a shots-fired complaint in Greenbrier County on September 18 found themselves investigating a very different kind of disturbance. A woman called 911 reporting that she heard gunfire and rocks being thrown at her home, telling dispatchers that one of the bullets even sounded as if it passed near her head. Cpl. R.…
A Bluefield man is behind bars after leading police on a high-speed chase that ended in a crash Monday afternoon. Matthew James Davis, 39, faces multiple charges from the incident, including obstructing an officer, fleeing, making false statements, and interfering with emergency communications. He also faces charges from outstanding warrants connected to a March 2025…
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 29-year-old Candy Green, who was reported missing on September 28, 2025. According to the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office, Green was last seen in the Maple Fork area and may also be in Meigs County, Ohio. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to contact the…
Rainelle resident Devon Davis, 21, was arrested September 30, 2025, on one count of possession of child pornography, according to the Greenbrier County Sheriff’s Office. The arrest followed an investigation led by Sergeant D.L. Vaught after a tip from the West Virginia State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Authorities said the tip resulted…
Music lovers In Southern West Virginia will have A rare opportunity in October. “The President’s Own” United States Marine Corps Band will perform at Woodrow Wilson High School in Beckley on Thursday, October 2nd. Founded in 1798, The Marine Band is the Nation’s oldest continuously active professional musical group, performing For the President and the…
A Mercer County man will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of a Bluefield woman. Prosecuting attorney Brian K. Cochran announced that 45-year-old Charles Lee Dawson of Stoney Ridge Road was sentenced Monday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for first-degree murder. Judge Mark Wills also ordered…
