Several Astronomers are star gazing this evening at the Calhoun County Park. A brief visit this evening brought me into the presence of several amateur Astronomers, although in my opinion they are far from amateurs. A few minutes of discussion let me know how very little I knew about their fields of expertise and how Read More…
Month: May 2022
Two Riders Injured in Route 16 Motorcycle Accident
Chief of the West Fork Volunteer Fire Department, Randy Perkins, said that this turn was well known for bike incidents due to riders who are unfamiliar with the area not realizing how sharp the turns are until it’s too late. Those responding to scene were the West Fork Volunteer Fire Department, Calhoun EMS, and the Read More…
Gov. Justice orders all U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff on the morning of Monday, May 30, in honor of Memorial Day
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation, ordering that all United States and West Virginia flags on all State-owned facilities be displayed at half-staff from dawn until noon on Memorial Day – Monday, May 30, 2022 – to honor the memory of the men and women who have paid the ultimate price defending the United States of America. Read More…
David Arrested for Sexual Abuse 1st Degree
Leonard Sumner David, age 75, was arrested and incarcerated in the WV Central Regional Jail on May 27, 2022 for Sexual Abuse 1st Degree in Calhoun case number 22-M07F-00021. He is currently being held on 50,000 Cash or surety bond.
Mt. Zion Community Park to Hold Meeting
The MT. Zion Community Park will meet on Monday June 6, 2022 at 6:30 pm. For more information contact the Weaver’s @ 304-354-6217.
Glenville State University Professor Releases Poetry Book
GLENVILLE, WV – Glenville State University Professor of English Dr. Jonathan Minton has released a new book of poetry entitled “Letters.” “The book is a collaboration between myself, and the visual artists Diana Magallón and Jeff Crouch. The poems draw upon various source materials, including personal letters, historical letters, linguistics, and the history of language. Read More…
Bootstrap Pumpkin Patch coming to Arnoldsburg
Calhoun County Bootstrap Business Organization has begun the work to establish their first agritourism project with the plowing and preparation for planting the Bootstrap Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkin Patches have become popular family events in the fall but have required traveling quite a distance to enjoy the adventure. Local businesses and community leaders have decided to Read More…
WV DHHR County update on Covid-19
5/26/2022 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of May 26, 2022, there are currently 2,256 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been nine deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,942 deaths attributed to COVID-19. DHHR has confirmed the death of a 79-year old female from Read More…
Calhoun Wood Festival Announces 2022 Parade Marshalls
The Calhoun County Wood Festival Committee is proud to announce Donnie and Susan Pitts as the 2022 parade marshals. Donnie is a 1967 Graduate of Calhoun High School, attended West Virginia Tech, Class of 1985, a teacher at Calhoun/Gilmer Career Center and was in administration for the Calhoun County Board of education from 1988 to Read More…
Friendly Reminder that Summer Fun has Begun!
Summer vacation for area youth is here and with it comes more time to play. Country roads and lanes become bike paths and creek beds and rivers become swimming and fishing holes. Unfortunately for adults, our world of work and errands continue. Tired minds and bodies can cause our daily drives to become too routine. Read More…
