MERCER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) -- A DUI checkpoint will be held in the Bluewell area of Mercer County. Mercer County man receives maximum sentence for DUI resulting in serious injury The checkpoint will be from 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2024 to 2:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024 on U.S. Route 52, Coal Heritage Road, near the King Tire in Bluewell. Alternate routes include Warden Avenue and Route 20. The purpose of the DUI Checkpoint is to discourage people from driving while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, as well as informing the public about the risks of driving while impaired ..read more

FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) -- One man is dead after brandishing a weapon at members of the West Virginia State Police in Greenbrier County. Around 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024, members of the West Virginia State Police responded to reports of a man with a weapon in the Fairlea area of Greenbrier County. At the scene, Corporals D.P. Dillon and J.C. Mann found Justin Denver Grant. They asked Grant to put down the weapon, however Grant refused even after being tased. The situation escalated, resulting in Grant being shot by Corporal Dillon. Grant was taken to Greenbrier Valley Medical Center where he ..read more

SUMMERLEE, WV (WVNS) -- With Mother's Day approaching on Sunday, May 12, 2024, local greenhouses are seeing folks lined up to buy flowers. Casto's Greenhouse in Fayette County offered a selection of flowers and plants along with vegetables. Shoppers steered carts through the nine greenhouses at Casto's and stood on a line to make purchases on Monday, May 6, 2024. Crumbl Cookie countdown comes to an end "Big sellers are always hanging baskets. Hanging baskets seems to go," said Matthew Shott, an expert gardener who works at Casto's Greenhouse. "That's what Mom wants, it seems, for Mother's Day ..read more

FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) -- Keeping students safe is a priority around the nation and the state. In Fayette County, the board of education plans to follow the lead of school districts across the state by hiring two school safety officers. The officers will be retired law enforcement agents whom the school board will pay to travel around the county schools, as needed. Fayette County Schools Superintendent, Gary Hough said on Monday, May 6, 2024, the school district will pay the officers around $60,000 annually from upcoming levy funds. The funds were expected to be available on July 1, 2024. The ..read more

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) -- Raleigh County Circuit Court Judge, Andrew Dimlich sentenced William Pettry, a former firefighter for Coal River Volunteer Fire Department, to spend 37.5 to 130 years in prison during a sentencing hearing on Monday, May 6, 2024. Pettry, 35, pleaded guilty in March to crimes related to sexually assaulting an 11-year-old child and filming the assault. Under the sentencing, Pettry would be eligible for parole after serving 37.5 years. Pettry pleads guilty to sexual assault of a child Judge Dimlich ordered Pettry to remain under supervision for 50 years, if he is paroled. The ..read more

BECKLEY, WV (WNVS) -- The Raleigh County Public Library kicked off National Children's Book Week early, but still have several events planned for the kids to enjoy. WVU Tech to host Camp STEM for high school students The library started events on Saturday, May 4th with three events: a Star Wars May the Fourth event, a Mother's Day event, and a Free Comic Book day event. Amy Stover, Director of the Raleigh County Public Library, said they try and celebrate children's books all year round. Stover said participation has been good at the events. "Well, throughout the week, we're keeping with our s ..read more

LOOKOUT, WV (WVNS) - A tornado struck Fayette County in April of 2024. Storm clean-up has been in progress in the areas affected by the storm. In response to the damage, dumpsters were dispersed into the damaged areas for clean-up. People affected by the tornado were still in the process of recovering from the severe damage on May 6, 2024. Three people sentenced for felony drug crimes in Fayette County Tarps were used to cover holes in roofs, trees were knocked down, and some houses were knocked off their foundation. The Fayette County Solid Waste Authority and Litter Control partnered to prov ..read more

BECKLEY (WVNS) - May 6th through May 12th is a time to honor and recognize some of the most influential healthcare workers - it is National Nurses Week. The American Nurse Association celebrated all nurses with the theme of “Nurses Make the Difference.” Campestre celebrates Cinco de Mayo! In honor of the event, Beckley ARH Hospital celebrated as well. Myra Rose, Education Coordinator for Beckley and Summers ARH, said showing appreciation to nurses is essential. “It’s important that once a year we take time out and let the nurses know that we really care about them. As a Nurse myself, it makes ..read more

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) - Lung cancer was recognized across the nation the week of May 6, 2024. Lung Cancer Action Week is a time to support and acknowledge the fight against lung cancer The American Cancer Society says that there are over 200,000 new lung cancer cases in 2024 alone. Preventative scans are available to those who are at risk for lung cancer. Spanish-speaking church trying to put down roots in Beckley Lhea Mollette, Director of Ancillary Services at Beckley ARH, said early detection helps to avoid problems that could be worse down the road. “[These services help provide] the abi ..read more

Alerts Issued for Our Region FLOOD WATCH until midnight Tuesday for Mercer, Bland and Tazewell counties. Storms with heavy rainfall rates could cause high water issues to develop, especially in areas where storms move over the same areas. Remember that when encountering high water on flooded roads, 'turn around, don't drown ..read more