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Multimedia Journalist at WVNS-TV (Ghent, WV)

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Summers County Sheriffs looking for woman in case of abducted two-year-old

1 month ago | wvnstv.com | Rivers Upchurch

UPDATE: At around 9:40 p.m. on May 23, 2025, the Summers County Sheriff’s Department reported that Pack has been apprehended by law enforcement. The two-year-old child she allegedly abducted was also found safe, according to a Facebook post from the Summers County Sheriff’s Department. Stay with 59News for further coverage of the case. JUMPING BRANCH, WV (WVNS) – The Summers County Sheriff’s Department is searching for a missing woman in an abduction case.
UPDATE: Woman located in abduction case, child found safe

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Rivers Upchurch

UPDATE: At around 9:40 p.m. on May 23, 2025, the Summers County Sheriff’s Department reported that Pack has been apprehended by law enforcement. The two-year-old child she allegedly abducted was also found safe, according to a Facebook post from the Summers County Sheriff’s Department. Stay with 59News for further coverage of the case. JUMPING BRANCH, WV (WVNS) – The Summers County Sheriff’s Department is searching for a missing woman in an abduction case.
Gov. Morrisey speaks on issues affecting southern West Virginia

1 month ago | wvnstv.com | Rivers Upchurch

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Governor Patrick Morrisey recently hit the 100 day mark as the state’s top elected official. On Monday, May 5, 2025, he came to Beckley to discuss what he has done, and what he plans to do, for folks in the southern part of the state. About a month after his inauguration, Morrisey was thrown into the deep end as southern West Virginia was rocked by flooding that devastated communities across multiple counties.
Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office needs help identifying dealership break-in suspects

Mar 11, 2025 | wvnstv.com | Rivers Upchurch

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Mountaineer Ford on Eisenhower Dr. in Beckley was broken into on Monday, March 10, 2025, according to Raleigh County Sheriff Frank Priddy. The incident is being investigated by the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office and the Beckley Police Department. The Sheriff’s Office shared a facebook post asking for help identifying the individuals in the following two photos:If you have any information about the break-in, contact the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office or Crimestoppers.
Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office needs help identifying dealership break-in suspects

Mar 10, 2025 | yahoo.com | Rivers Upchurch

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Mountaineer Ford on Eisenhower Dr. in Beckley was broken into on Monday, March 10, 2025, according to Raleigh County Sheriff Frank Priddy. The incident is being investigated by the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office and the Beckley Police Department. The Sheriff’s Office shared a facebook post asking for help identifying the individuals in the following two photos:If you have any information about the break-in, contact the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office or Crimestoppers.
Welch community begins first steps back to normalcy after devastating floods

Feb 20, 2025 | wvnstv.com | Rivers Upchurch

WELCH, WV (WVNS) – On February 15 and 16, 2025, homes in McDowell County were destroyed, cars washed away, and we have now learned that some people in the county lost loved ones. Life will never be the same for many people across the county. But Monday, February 17, 2025, in the city of Welch, the community gathered to try to take the first steps in putting people’s lives back together. Clean up is underway in Welch after storms flooded most of McDowell County.
Welch community begins first steps back to normalcy after devastating floods

Feb 20, 2025 | yahoo.com | Rivers Upchurch

WELCH, WV (WVNS) – On February 15 and 16, 2025, homes in McDowell County were destroyed, cars washed away, and we have now learned that some people in the county lost loved ones. Life will never be the same for many people across the county. But Monday, February 17, 2025, in the city of Welch, the community gathered to try to take the first steps in putting people’s lives back together. Clean up is underway in Welch after storms flooded most of McDowell County.
McDowell county leaders provide recovery information, unveil 24/7 help line

Feb 18, 2025 | wvnstv.com | Rivers Upchurch

WELCH, WV (WVNS) – Public officials gathered together in Welch on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, to provide some crucial information about flood relief efforts. We got some more sad news today as officials confirmed the second and third fatalities as a result of the flooding. We also learned that the West Virginia National Guard is officially boots on the ground in Welch, they will be helping out with anything they can. Nearly 2200 people across the county are without water in their homes.
McDowell county leaders provide recovery information, unveil 24/7 help line

Feb 18, 2025 | yahoo.com | Rivers Upchurch

WELCH, WV (WVNS) – Public officials gathered together in Welch on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, to provide some crucial information about flood relief efforts. We got some more sad news today as officials confirmed the second and third fatalities as a result of the flooding. We also learned that the West Virginia National Guard is officially boots on the ground in Welch, they will be helping out with anything they can.
Mount View High School opens to assist McDowell County community

Feb 18, 2025 | wvnstv.com | Rivers Upchurch

WELCH, WV (WVNS) – Mount View High School is open to anyone who needs a warm place to stay in McDowell county. The home of the Golden Knights has heat, cots, wi-fi, hot food, a washer and dryer, and much more, and they’re not turning anybody away. Principal Tim Kennedy says anybody is welcome, and they have what you need.

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