Crimes/Punishment News

What a Successful Day in Court Looks Like

John Fisher had been placed on a “High Low” agreement through the Calhoun Circuit Court in 2022, allowing him to go through Drug Treatment Court for rehabilitation. Judge Anita Ashley said that Mr. Fisher had completed with flying colors and was now completely clean and sober. During this time of rehabilitation he also managed to Read More…

Crimes/Punishment News

Douglas Enters Plea Before Judge Anita Harold Ashley

Loretta Kay Douglas appeared before Judge Anita Harold Ashley on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 in the matter of the State of West Virginia 22F2/23F7, with her her Attorney Calvin Honaker. Miss Douglas waived her constitutional right to a preliminary hearing allowing the State to bring charges without an indictment for the charge of Conspiracy to Read More…

News Obituary

💐Earnest Ball

Earnest Ball, 88, of Big Bend, WV, crossed the River Jordan to his heavenly home on Monday, March 6, 2023. He was born August 17, 1934, in Grantsville, WV, a son of the late Fred and Ethel Snider Ball. After graduating Calhoun County High School in 1952, Earnest served over seas in the United States Read More…

Community Events News

Calhoun Youth Invited to Civil Air Patrol Meeting This Evening at 6 p.m.

CAP is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves as the civilian auxiliary to the U.S. Air Force.   The Cadet Program is one of CAP’s three missions.   As a CAP cadet, you will participate in a year-round program where you fly, learn to lead, hike, camp, get in shape and push yourself to new limits.    Read More…

News Schools

Glenville State University Public Safety Officers Debut New Uniforms

GLENVILLE, WV – The Glenville State University Department of Public Safety strives to provide the campus community a safe and healthy environment in which to live, grow, learn, and work. Now, thanks to several donors, Public Safety staff also have new uniforms with a more modern, professional look. The new uniforms include pants and dress Read More…

Government News Schools

Gov. Justice signs bill to strengthen 2nd Amendment protections in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice held a signing ceremony today for Senate Bill 10, the Campus Self-Defense Act. This bill allows law-abiding West Virginians, who already have a concealed carry permit, to carry concealed on the campus of a state institution of higher education beginning July 1, 2024. “I’m proud to sign the Campus Self-Defense Act which will Read More…

News Obituary

💐Dennis Brooks Tanner

Dennis Brooks Tanner, 87, of Nebo, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 5, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born January 8, 1936, at Nebo, the son of the late Samuel and Lyda Sampson Tanner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Steve Read More…

Government News

Town of Grantsville Mayor and Council Continue to Struggle with DEP but are Moving their City Forward

The Town of Grantsville met for their monthly meeting at the City Hall on Monday, March 6th, 2023 at 6 p.m. Attended by around 16 total, but viewed by over 500 before the nights end through Ridgeview’s live feed, there were several names of familiarity from other County and State entities that made their way Read More…

Farming/Agriculture

WVDA LAUNCHES WV GROWN PARTNER PROGRAM

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) has launched a West Virginia Grown Partner Program to incorporate supporters of local agricultural products into the branding program. West Virginia Grown has historically focused on only those who produce agricultural products. The WVDA wants to expand the reach of the program by bringing in Read More…