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Jennifer Cox, 57, of Spencer, WV passed away, June 27, 2026. She was a beloved nurse practitioner, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, service, and excellence that touched countless lives throughout West Virginia and beyond. Born on April 8, 1969, she was the daughter of Donald and Patricia McCray Stevens. A 1987 graduate of Walton Read More…
UPDATED GUIDE DETAILS CHANGES TO SEASON DATES, WEAPON REGULATIONS AND BAG LIMITS CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today released its Hunting and Trapping Regulations Summary for the upcoming 2026-2027 seasons. The annual publication outlines important regulations and season dates designed to manage West Virginia’s wildlife resources while maximizing outdoor recreation. “Hunting and Read More…
Clay County Trooper C.A. Lane filed a complaint in the Magistrate Court of Calhoun County stating that on Friday, November 29th, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m. he arrived at 97 May Apple Lane, Big Bend, WV in Calhoun County to serve a capias out of Lewis County, on a Megan L. Hartz. Upon making contact Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced the appointment of Daniel Linville as Director of Special Projects, where he will help advance several key initiatives for the administration. “Daniel has demonstrated throughout his public service that he knows how to bring people together and deliver results,” said Governor Morrisey. “He will continue working to improve water Read More…
Aug 28, 1948 — Jun 27, 2026 Jerry M. Riggs, 77, of Washington, WV passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born August 28, 1948 in Calhoun County, WV to the late Leon B. and Marjorie M. Knight Riggs. Jerry retired from the WV DOH as a heavy equipment supervisor. Read More…
Carol Lucille “Sissy” Sprouse, 81, of Normantown, WV; departed this earthly life in the evening hours of Friday, June 26, 2026 at the WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV; following a brief battle with injuries sustained in a May 2026 motor vehicle collision. She was born October 20, 1944 in Normantown, daughter of the Read More…
World’s tallest portable ferris wheel to offer modified operations July 3 Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced a sensory-friendly hour for the America250 Ferris Wheel, part of the Capital City Celebration at the State Capitol Complex. The world’s tallest portable ferris wheel is set to offer modified operations from 9:00—10:00 a.m. Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today proclaimed that state employees may be excused from work beginning at noon on Thursday, July 2, 2026, without charge to accrued annual leave, allowing them to begin the Independence Day holiday weekend early and participate in America250 celebrations taking place across West Virginia. “The 250th anniversary of the United Read More…
Charleston, W.Va. — The West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame (WVAFHOF) will honor six new inductees with a banquet on Saturday, July 11, at Jackson’s Mill. The evening will start with a reception at 4:00 p.m. followed by dinner at 5:00 p.m. “This year’s inductees represent the very best of West Virginia’s agriculture Read More…
Next Saturday the nation celebrates 250 & in Elizabeth it is the fire department’s parade, ice cream social, etc and many expect to attend & participate in patriotic events. Elsewhere there are lots of patriotic demonstrations & events to celebrate our nation’s founding. Down in the lower Potomac swamps there is a spectacular event for Read More…