Nation’s first statewide waterfall trail continues to boost travel in the Mountain State, with visitor check-ins from over 41 states and 15 countries. Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Waterfall Trail continues to be a success and has now received over 20,000 participant check-ins since its initial launch in early June. The trail has received check-ins Read More…
Year: 2022
West Virginia Department of Tourism Announces Inaugural Class of W.Va. Chef Ambassadors
Nine local chefs selected for new tourism initiative to develop and promote West Virginia’s culinary industry Huntington, WV –– The West Virginia Department of Tourism tapped the expertise of nine local chefs across the state to serve as the first-ever class of West Virginia chef ambassadors. The chefs were honored at the annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism that took place in Huntington Read More…
WV Office of Emergency Medical Services Responds to Calhoun EMS Request
The following letter was received by Ridgeview News from the WVDHHR Office of Emergency Medical Services regarding the Calhoun EMS request for additional time to correct their deficiencies:
Calhoun Youth Football has 3 Wins in 4 Games
Submitted by Kevin Cunningham/Photos by Clear Blue Skies Media Calhoun Youth Football hosted the Roane County Little Raiders on Sunday 9/18 and came away with 3 wins out of the 4 games. The day started off with Flag winning by a score of 8 touchdowns to 5 touchdowns. Kayleb Harris and Brantley Davis had 2 Read More…
Calhoun County Commission to hold Special Meeting over Sheriff’s Vehicle
CALHOUN COUNTY SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETINGThursday, September 22, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. AGENDA I. Pledge of Allegiance: II. Personnel:A.Letter Sheriff BasnettB. Angela Bailey – $1.00 Per Hour Increase III. Old Business:A. Sheriff’s Vehicle VI. Executive Session: VII. Adjournment – Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 11, 20227
Calhoun Republican Executive Committee Sponsor Weekend West Fork Event
The Calhoun Republican Executive Committee sponsored a Saturday Night Concert with Frank Conn and the Partners along with a Meet the Candidate Night for three of the county’s Candidates at the Upper West Fork Park. During intermission the three candidates shared their platform and allowed the community to ask questions. Randy Wilson questioned Craig Arthur Read More…
Preserving the Harvest
There’s still time in the season for fresh vegetables There’s still time in the gardening season to stock up on vegetables, if not your own, then from the farmer’s market. Locally grown, home-preserved foods have more nutrients and vitamins for your body, and fewer additives and preservatives. And, they taste better. If you’ve never attempted Read More…
Adventures in St. Augustine, part II – Old Town
While we were in St. Augustine this past winter, we spent a couple days in ‘Old Town’. Much observing and mingling of the geographic and the people. Walking through different sections of town juggled and compromised my feelings, creating mixed emotions inside. Several spots were occupied by the homeless, having their few possessions with them. Sleeping Read More…