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Charleston, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced a new funding opportunity totaling approximately $2.34 million through the state’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The opportunity, offered through the Rural Health Link (RHL) initiative, is intended to expand non-emergency medical transportation capacity across West Virginia by supporting vehicle acquisition and transportation service operations. “Healthcare access starts Read More…
Danny Lynn Badgett, 73, of Big Springs, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2026, at WVU Camden-Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg, West Virginia, with his family by his side. He was born February 3, 1953, on Sang Run, Chloe, WV, the youngest of Charter and Geneva (Jarvis) Badgett. Danny was preceded in death by Read More…
In a complaint filed by Trooper W. Raines in the Calhoun County Magistrate Court, Trooper Raines stated that on Monday, March 30, 2026, at approximately 8:23 p.m., he and Sheriff G. Knight an were traveling on Kelly Road / Nobe Road, Big Springs, in Calhoun County, West Virginia for an unrelated investigation. Trooper W.T. Raines Read More…
As the 2026/2027 School Year begins, the public Schools in Calhoun have once again dropped attendance with the current enrollment for 26/27 being: Second only to our neighboring Gilmer County which lists 712 total students for the 2025/2026 School year on the WV State Board of Education website. A comparison of the three previous years Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – West Virginia’s service members have answered the call of duty with extraordinary valor, and now Governor Patrick Morrisey is calling on veterans, service members, and military families across the Mountain State to help establish a home for their legacy. Governor Morrisey announced today that the updated draft rules for the West Virginia Military Read More…
The Creston Community Building baked steak dinner was a success and all commented on just how good all the items were. One fellow brought his potatoes [that were cooked but not mashed] and dropped them in the kitchen. Barb had to go home and make more. Rosie & others brought tasty desserts. The even went Read More…
Glenn Mitchell Ice, 71, of Spencer, WV passed away at home on August 20, 2026. Born on November, 10, 1954, he was the son of the late James R. Ice and Emma Mae (Tanner) Ice. He was retired from the union Local 132 with 50 years of service. He enjoyed the outdoors, music, art and Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced a $1.25 million funding opportunity through the State’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to support the development of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), an all-in-one care model that coordinates medical care and daily support to help older West Virginians with serious health challenges stay Read More…
The WV Molasses Festival Queens invite you to join them September 24-26 in Arnoldsburg, WV, for the 2026 WV Molasses Festival! Come enjoy a great weekend of festival traditions, family fun, and community.
The annual Mt. Zion Ox Roast opens at 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. serving their traditional Sandwich, meal, drink and dessert. Entertainment and auction throughout the afternoon.