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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the awarding of more than $2.5 million in grant funding to support critical programs throughout West Virginia aimed at addressing child abuse, neglect, and sexual assault. More than $2.1 million was awarded to 22 programs working to address child abuse and neglect and nearly $400,000 to address and prosecute Read More…
Paul Douglas Lewellen, 60 of Tanner, WV; departed this earthly life on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at his residence following a sudden illness. He was born December 21, 1964 in Detroit, MI; son of the late Collum Lewellen and Bettie (Peeler) Lewellen Shanahan. Paul was a life long tool and die maker, who enjoyed classic Read More…
Ridgeview News was notified this morning that newly elected Grantsville Town Recorder Shannon Waldron has resigned. This, as questions continue to arise about the stability of the Calhoun County Seat’s local Government. Ridgeview News asked Mayor John Villines this morning, Tuesday, August 19th, 2025, if it were true that Waldron had resigned for which he Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that tickets are now on sale for National Hunting and Fishing Day, the state’s largest outdoor-focused celebration, returning to Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke on Saturday, Sept. 6. Hosted in partnership with the West Virginia Wildlife Federation, this annual event showcases the Read More…
On August 8th, 2025, Deputy H.M. Stephens filed a complaint in the Court of Magistrate Lora Davis against James Darrell Villers of Pine Creek Road in Grantsville. Deputy Stephens stated that on August 8th, 2025 at approximately 6:24 p.m., she and Chief Deputy C.R. Stephens served a personal safety order to James Villers. Approximately 5 Read More…
Calhoun County Commission SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETINGTuesday, August 19, 2025 @ 4:00 pm AGENDA I. Pledge of Allegiance, Prayer * please stand II. Call to Order III. Delegations/Requests * please indicate if you wish to address the commission on the sign-in sheet IV. Consider raise for janitor V. Sheriff Request: A. Consider moving Cindy Steele from part time tax deputy to full time tax deputy BConsider wage increase Read More…
The Food Handler’s class will be Friday, August 22 at the Creston Community Building. This is a chance to get or renew your card. The class starts at 10 A. M. And the cost is $12.00. The event is sponsored by the Creston Community Building & the Creston Food Pantry. Denise, down at the Shade Read More…
GLENVILLE, WV – The campus of Glenville State University is once again buzzing with energy as Welcome Week 2025 brought students, faculty, staff, and the Glenville community together to kick off the new academic year. The week’s events – including Freshman move-in day activities, student organization fairs, evening socials, and community gatherings – built excitement Read More…
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Magnificent color expected to cover the Mountain State following summer rain Charleston, W.Va. – With autumn quickly approaching, the West Virginia Department of Tourism has unveiled its highly anticipated fall foliage projection map. Created in collaboration with the West Virginia Division of Forestry, this map predicts when and where fall foliage will appear across the state, Read More…