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The Calhoun County Commission will meet today, December 9th, 2024 at 9 a.m. in the Little Courtroom of the Calhoun County Courthouse. Commission President Craig Arthur has stated that a portion of the agenda would be postponed for the return of County Clerk Jean Simers who has been on medical leave. The meeting will be Read More…
Frances L. Starkey, 87, formerly of Pleasant Hill, was reunited with her beloved husband Fred A. Starkey on December 4, 2024. She was born on March 28, 1937, to the late Mamie and Orval McCollum. She grew up in a loving home with her four siblings John “Jack” (Pam), Robert (deceased), Samuel (deceased), and Shirley Read More…
March 1943 – December 2024 Barbara Ann Wright 81, passed away peacefully. Born in March of 1943 to the late Violet Victor (Roach), Barbara was a devoted mother, grandmother and sister whose faith, warmth and compassion touched the lives of many. She was preceded in death by both her mother Violet and her brother, Ronald Read More…
Grantsville’s Christmas tree made its way from an Athens, Ohio tree farm with the help of newly elected Commissioner Eric Lupardus and the donation of Steve Whited. The staff of The 1982 Foundation helped to get it in place in front of the Morris Realty Building at the corner of Market and Main Streets. A Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice and First Lady Cathy Justice hosted the annual Joyful Night Celebration on the South Steps of the West Virginia State Capitol tonight, which included the lighting of the West Virginia State Christmas Tree, several holiday performances and readings, and fireworks. View photos from Joyful Night Celebration “It’s hard to put into words Read More…
Betty Gregory was elected to the bench in the Fourth Family Court Circuit (Calhoun, Gilmer, Ritchie, and Roane Counties) in May 2024 and will take office on January 1, 2025. Judge Gregory was sworn in by Judge Anita Harold Ashley on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024 in the Circuit Court of Calhoun County.
A two day Jury Trial in Calhoun Circuit Court began on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024, finding Jody Alan Satterfield guilty of the Attempted Murder of his mother and Attempted Arson. In the harrowing tale that followed, the defendant sat unaffected as testimony was provided by his 72 year old mother, his son, and niece describing Read More…
Tuesday’s Circuit Court began with the continuation of several cases that had been previously set for trial, but were continued to give precedence to incarcerated individuals. In the matter of 24-F-18, State v. Jody Alan Satterfield, charged with Attempted Murder and Attempted Arson, pre-trial motions were heard by Judge Anita Harold Ashley from Prosecuting Attorney Read More…
Cody Clayton Eagle is an accomplished country singer/songwriter hailing from the hills of West Virginia. Cody’s musical ability is only matched by his humble demeanor, and dedication to his craft, which are two traits that are very difficult to maintain. While Cody’s career in music is still fresh, his accomplishments match that of a veteran Read More…
