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Submitted by Deirdre Purdy And Now, in Local News . . . There’s a story going around that somehow Calhoun County was ridden into the ground over the past 40 years by Democrats. Time to review the true history of our county finances. Back 40 years ago, West Virginia counties collected their taxes and set their budgets according to what they Read More…
Eric Lupardus, local businessman and one of several sponsors of the weekend Toy Run, was pleased with their first ever effort to encourage motorcycle enthusiasts and groups to help provide toys for children in the Calhoun area. Toys will be delivered to the Calhoun County Family Resource Network in Grantsville this week to help local Read More…
From the U.S. Department of Labor Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, Read More…
KAYAK POKER RUN Saturday, September 9th, 2023 Starting point at Wilson Straight on Route 5 East Sign Ups beginning at 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. $15 per Kayak/person For more information contact Cheryl at 304-354-6998 or Emalee at 304-514-1470 with any questions regarding the event. Everyone is welcome to the city park for refreshments and Read More…
Rev. Kevin Gillespie was not able to fill his regular appointments but is said to be on the mend. The Creston Neighborhood Watch will have a litter pickup on Saturday, September 9. Willing workers should show up at the Ferrell residence at 9 A. M. Barb Wright has been consulting with her medical experts. Among Read More…
Photos by Clear Blue Skys Studio Although Friday night brought Calhoun’s second loss of the season against Valley Wetzel Lumberjacks of Pine Grove, West Virginia, it was not with providing excitement for the fans who watched as their much loved hometeam played hard for Head Coach Jeff Goodrich. However, their efforts could not overcome the Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s General Revenue collections for August 2023, the second month of Fiscal Year 2024, came in at $410.8 million, which is $22.8 million above estimate. The surplus was led by strong consumer sales tax. Year-to-date revenue collections of $745.8 million stand at $30.5 million above estimate. “Once Read More…
From the office of Sheila Garrettson, Circuit Clerk of Calhoun County Lorie Strange-Paylor, Petitioner vs. Larry E. Paylor, Jr., Respondent, married March 19th, 2010, Divorce Decree August 9th, 2023. Amanda Marie Cain Moore, Petitioner vs. Chad Andrew Moore, Respondent, Married May 12th, 2012, Divorce Decree August 14th, 2023. Shyanna Leigh Jeffrey Hickman, Petitioner vs. Jakiah Read More…
It has been reported that Calhoun County Commission President Matthew Walker has tendered his resignation to the Calhoun County Commission. A Special meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 for the purpose of accepting his resignation and moving forward with the appoinment of his replacement by remaining Commissioners, Craig Arthur and Kevin Helmick. Read More…
OakHill, WV — August 31, 2023 — This summer, the young adventurers of Girl Scout Troop 38205 embarked on an unforgettable journey of courage and camaraderie at the exhilarating Girl Fest event hosted by ACE Adventures in scenic OakHill, West Virginia. Nine scout members; Lizzy Collins, Emma Ackley, Makenna Cunningham, Jasmine Tingler, Brooke Tingler, Trinity Read More…
