News

June Marriages in Calhoun County

Larry James Stull Jr., age 37 of Mt. Zion married Tiffany Marie Husak, age 31 on June 4th, 2022. Steven Edward Basnett, Age 39, of Grantsville, WV married Amanda Lee Frederick, age 38 of Grantsville, WV on June 14th, 2022. James John Bajcar II, age 42 of Grantsville, WV married Joni Lynn Lloyd, age 43, Read More…

Crimes/Punishment News

Keener Being held on $50,000 bond – Facing 5 Counts

Rebecca Keener, age 38, was arrested July 2, 2022 on 5 counts of Fraudulent use of an access device as well as an 8 count Bond Revocation charge in case numbers 22-M07F000029-00032 and 22-M07M-00390-00397. She’s being held at the WV Central Regional Jail on $50,000 cash or surety bond. The state code reads on the Read More…

Uncategorized

Gov. Justice applauds U.S. Supreme Court ruling in major climate case

CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice issued the following statement today after the Supreme Court of the United States’ decision in West Virginia v. EPA: “I applaud the Supreme Court’s decision today in West Virginia v. EPA. “This ruling in favor of West Virginia will stop unelected bureaucrats in Washington, D.C. from being able to unilaterally decarbonize Read More…

News Schools

Calhoun Gilmer Career Center Introduces Students to Emergency Services

Mr. Michael Jackson, Criminal Justice Instructor at Calhoun Gilmer Career Center has been conducting an Emergency Service Summer Camp Program. Throughout the week the Middle and High School students have been introduced to the various departments, tactics and skills of Emergency Services including: Fire Suppression, Self Rescue, Hose Maze, Baseline Vitals, K-9 Crews (Cadavar Dogs Read More…

News

Pedestrian Struck by Bus at Minnie Hamilton Health System

Shortly after 12 Noon, on Wednesday, June 29th, 2022, a pedestrian was hit by a bus in the parking lot of Minnie Hamilton Health System. West Virginia State Police Trp. J. Richards is the investigating officer, who when contacted, informed us that there was a pedestrian hit and swiftly treated at the hospital. No further Read More…

Art & Music Community Events News

July 4th brings a Great Day of Entertainment at Calhoun County Park!

With Events Friday and Saturday to ignite good times! Donald Pitts, President of the Calhoun County Park, posted the question on Social medial ”Hey Calhoun County and surrounding areas, are you ready for a great holiday weekend?” We hope the answer is a resounding ”Yes!” because this weekend is filled with plenty of things to Read More…

Government News

Gov. Justice orders all U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff immediately and through July 4 in honor of Woody Williams 

Governor also designates July 3 as a statewide day of honor and mourning for Williams, officially authorizing a State Memorial Service 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, beginning immediately and continuing through sunset on Monday, July Read More…

Health News News

FirstEnergy Reminds Public to Have a Safety-First Summer

Foil balloons, fireworks and power lines don’t mix AKRON, Ohio, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — With the Fourth of July fast approaching and the summer months upon us, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) is reminding the public to be cautious of potential electrical hazards associated with popular outdoor activities. Celebrating responsibly will help keep customers safe Read More…