Guest Writers News

Creston Weighs in on Bud Light’s Recent Ad Campaign

Rev. Kevin Gillespie filled his regular appointment at the Burning Springs M. E. Church. Saturday afternoon there was a shower while the sun was shining and there was a spectacular double rainbow. Dogwoods are at their prime and phlox, bluets, paw paws, maples and oaks are in bloom.  The invasive garlic mustard is starting to Read More…

News Schools

Glenville State University Education Professor is Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Award Judge

GLENVILLE, WV – Glenville State University Associate Professor of Education and Director of Field Experiences Dr. Shelly Ratliff recently helped select the 2023 Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Award. The award is presented annually to an American poet or anthologist for the most outstanding new book of poetry for children published in the previous calendar year. Read More…

Community Events News

An Exciting Day Ahead – Don’t Miss a Thing at the Fling!

The 1982 Foundation has a full day of fun, activities, vendors, special guests and special events at the Calhoun County Community Center for their annual Spring Fling Event. A Cajun Brunch will be available from 9 a.m. to noon with scrambled eggs, sausage, onions, peppers, cheese, with or without rams and butter swim biscuits and Read More…

Community Government News

Calhoun Citizens are Taking on the Tough Questions

The Calhoun Citizens for Accountability Group met Thursday evening in the Little Courtroom of Calhoun County Courthouse. A group of growing membership and interest, they are making a difference in Calhoun County through holding leaders accountable for their decisions and making themselves aware of what decisions are being made.  Jason Wilson, Calhoun EMS Director was Read More…

Crimes/Punishment News

Judge Ashley Takes Firm Stand on Fentanyl Cases

David Scott Cummings was scheduled to appear in the Calhoun Circuit Court before Judge Anita Harold Ashley. The hearing was scheduled for 9 a.m. without Cummings present. According to his Atttorney, Daniel J. Minardi the defendant was supposed to be in route to the court, but was somehow delayed.  Both the Judge and Prosecuting Attorney Read More…

Business News

West Virginia State Leaders Celebrate “Phoenix Rising” in One of State’s Distressed Counties

Groundbreaking for $8.4 million community center in Calhoun County that will provide Central West Virginia with vital services is “great news for the entire state”  GRANTSVILLE, W.Va., April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — In one of Central West Virginia’s economically distressed counties, a Phoenix is rising. On April 15, 2023, Calhoun County and The 1982 Foundation will celebrate the groundbreaking of an $8.4 million mixed-use community center and pool, which are expected to Read More…

Government News

West Virginia exports increase by over 20 percent, state delivers second-largest amount of coal in US

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s export market grew for the third consecutive year in 2022 to a value of $7.6 billion, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s recent trade statistics. This marks a 20% increase over 2021, with an additional $1.4 billion in exports. “Our continued growth in exports showcases Read More…