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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey has issued a proclamation granting West Virginia state employees the full day off on both Wednesday, December 24th, and Friday, December 26th. “I am so grateful to the tireless work of our state employees,” said Governor Morrisey. “Their commitment to improving the lives of West Virginians inspires me everyday. I hope they Read More…
April 24, 1956 – December 18, 2025 Dexter “Keith” Shrader, 69, of Elizabeth, WV, passed away December 18, 2025. He was the son of the late Dexter Shrader and Nancy Hall. A 1974 graduate of Wirt County High School, Keith retired from the Carpenters Union and enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with friends. In Read More…
The Creston Community Christmas Party was Saturday night at the Creston Community Building. Lots of effort went into the decorating of the building and the tables were loaded with all sorts of delicious food. Lots of presents & candy bags were wrapped for the children and youth. Of course the playground equipment, including the merry-go-round Read More…
In a complaint filed on December 17th, 2025 by Sergeant KM Williams of the Grantsville WV Detachment of the WV State Police, a current and a former city official’s altercation has once again placed Calhoun County on the State stage of embarrassing debacles for Calhoun County citizens. In his complaint, Sgt. Williams stated that on Read More…
West Virginia’s New Interactive Ski Simulator West Virginia ski season off to excellent start with all five resorts now open Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism is bringing a taste of the mountains to the capital city this weekend at the Dirty Birds Light the Night event. Guests visiting GoMart Ballpark today, Friday, Read More…
Above photo: State Senator Ben Queen addresses supporters Tuesday night at the Bridgeport Conference Center, where he announced he will seek reelection to the West Virginia State Senate. Bridgeport, West Virginia – State Senator Ben Queen announced today that he will seek reelection to the West Virginia State Senate, continuing his service to the people Read More…
Chester Dillon Marks, 64, of Rosedale, West Virginia, passed away December 9, 2025, at Glenville Center. He was born December 6, 1961, at Pittsburgh, PA, a son of the late Finley Ralph and Flossie May Mackey Marks. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers Jeffro, Ronnie, Jerry, and an infant Read More…
SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETINGMonday, December 22, 2025 @ 4:00 pm I. Call to Order II. Introductions III. Discussion of Current and Future Projects; Roles and Responsibilities; Action Plans IV. Recess until 6:00 pm REGULAR COMMISSION MEETINGMonday, December 22, 2025 @ 6:00 pm AGENDA I. Prayer Followed by Pledge of Allegiance II. Call to Order III. Special Recognition – Circuit Clerk, Sheila Garretson Retirement IV. Public Comment – please indicate on the sign Read More…
Richard Hosey, 88, of Grantsville, WV, passed away on December 13, 2025. He died at home peacefully surrounded by family after a battle with cancer. He was born October 7, 1937, in Grantsville, WV, to the late former Ada Gibson “Nutter” and Hale Hosey. Rick is survived by his son Charles Richard “Richie” Hosey and Read More…
Thirty eight year old, Paul Richard Goodrich III of Chloe, WV has been arrested and charged with felony DUI 3rd offense following a 911 call by staff at Minnie Hamilton Health System. Following his arrest, the bond of Mr. Goodrich was set at $15,000 by Magistrate Richard Postalwait and the defendant is being held in Read More…