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Paul Eugene Hall, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the age of 86. Born in West Virginia on March 30, 1940, he was the son of Doy and Eula Houchin Hall. He graduated from Spencer High School, in Spencer, WV with the class of 1958 and joined the US Army which he served Read More…
Monday, July 27, 2026 @ 5:00 pm AGENDA I. Prayer followed by Pledge II. Call to Order III. Special Recognition – Local Youth Volunteer Appreciation – FRN/FSC IV. Public Comment – Please indicate on the Sign-in Sheet if you wish to address the Commission V. Review and Approve Minutes VI. Unfinished Business a. Open and Read More…
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today surveyed flood damage with the West Virginia National Guard before providing an update on the state’s ongoing response and recovery efforts. Search and rescue operations remain the top priority as state, local, and federal partners continue working around the clock to assist affected communities. Click here to view press Read More…
Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner issued today a Public Notice for a proposed West Virginia Constitutional Amendment to Section I, Article IV relating to the right to vote in elections held in West Virginia. The notice is issued in accordance with Senate Joint Resolution 9. The amendment will appear on the November 3rd General Election ballot. The Read More…
A meeting scheduled at Calhoun Middle/High School regarding The Valley North Transmission Line Project, which is a proposed 260‑mile, 765kV line connecting West Virginia and Maryland to serve growing electricity demand elsewhere (notably data centers) — not to power Calhoun or its neighbors. One of the projects under discussion is a proposed 765kV transmission line — the largest AC line Read More…
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection’s (WVDEP) Rehabilitation Environmental Action Plan (REAP) has awarded $56,217.64 in Litter Control Matching Grants to strengthen anti-litter efforts across the state. Among the 15 recipients for FY2027 are county solid waste authorities, county commissions, and municipalities. Berkeley County Read More…
On Tuesday, July 21, 2026, severe thunderstorms produced catastrophic, record-breaking flash flooding across central West Virginia. Commissioner Eric Lupardus has begun gathering supplies to assist with flooding victims. Contact him directly or through social media if you’d like to offer assistance. Key details: • Rainfall: More than 7 inches of rain fell in Upshur County Read More…
Federal Individual Assistance sought for Boone and Logan counties CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today formally requested that President Donald J. Trump approve a Major Disaster Declaration for West Virginia following the catastrophic flooding that struck southern West Virginia on June 22-23. The request seeks federal Individual Assistance for Boone and Logan counties and statewide Read More…
Agency enhances online platform to expand service for disability casesBaltimore, MD – The Social Security Administration (SSA) today announced major enhancements to my Social Security, expanding self-service options and the notices available to individuals navigating the disability claims and appeals process. The new tools will provide individuals with greater visibility, faster access to information, and more efficient case processing Read More…