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Robert R. Jones (Bob), born January 12, 1941 in Madison, WV (Boon County) departed this life during the morning hours of Friday, August 8, 2025. Bob and his parents, Ray and Pauline Jones, moved to Gilmer County where he grew up and attended school. During these early school years Bob would help with the upkeep Read More…
Submitted by CMHS Athletic Director, Whitney Butler Golf kicked off this week with Coach Debra McClain. And even though it’s been a whirlwind, our CHS Golfers haven’t let that slow them down. The team had a tournament in Roane on Thursday where they had a great showing for their first match. Then Coach McClain was Read More…
As opening day of School is near, the staff of Calhoun County Schools are hoping students and parents will join them at their Open House events to take the time to meet staff and get the school year started with a smile 😃
Dear Citizens of Calhoun County, I am writing to discuss current community matters and how we desperately need to work together to be more effective. Regarding the recent unsafe structures ordinance, we held two public hearings before its passage. Only one citizen attended our meeting and raised concerns during that time, and we considered his Read More…
Almost Heaven swing photo-ops spread across the Mountain State Grantsville, WV – The West Virginia Department of Tourism will be adding a new Almost Heaven swing to the Bank of the Little Kanawha River on the Avalon Campus in Grantsville. After submitting an application three years ago, The 1982 Foundation will soon receive their photo Read More…
Judge Anita Harold Ashley held Circuit Court in Calhoun County on Tuesday, August 6th, 2025 Hearing the following cases: In the matter 25-F-12 State v. Otis Dewayne Smith (Manufacturing a Controlled Substance), Attorney Hunter S.. Burdette of the Public Defender’s Corporation requested and was approved for a continuation for Mr. Smith due to Health Issues. Read More…
Visitors from 50 states and 48 countries exploring Almost Heaven waterfalls Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced that the West Virginia Waterfall Trail has surpassed 125,000 check-ins. Since its launch in 2022, this statewide trail has received visitor check-ins from all 50 states and 48 countries. To date, more than 14,000 prizes have Read More…
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETINGTuesday, August 12, 2025 @ 5:00 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. Approval of Minutes V. Legal Issues VI. Unfinished Business A. Appointment of Three Citizens to Livestock Claim Review Committee B. Consider Contract with Thrasher for Architectural Services for Read More…
After a long fulfilling life Joseph Leroy Langford passed away on August 6, 2025 at the age of 82, in Glenville WV on Bee Tree Hollow WV. Surrounded by his loving family, and faithful cat Paws. He was born on June 8, 1943, the son of the late Harry and Erma (White) Langford. He served Read More…