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It is now the annual “unique time” known as firearms deer season. Lots of folks have come from mostly far [but some near] to look to harvest the wily bucks. The W. Va. DNR downplayed the terrible disease that killed at least 80% of the deer on the other side of the Ohio River and, Read More…
Ricky Lee “Rick” Townsend, 64 of Sand Fork, WV; departed this earthly life suddenly on the morning of Friday, November 21, 2025 at his residence. He was born April 20, 1961 in Cox’s Mills, WV; son of Dorthy (Losh) Townsend of Sand Fork and the late Bobby Joe Townsend. During his 64 years, Rick was Read More…
July 2, 1933 — November 22, 2025 Virginia A. Buck, 92, of Williamstown, WV passed away Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Marietta Heights in Marietta, OH. She was born in Calhoun County July 2, 1933, daughter of the late Oral D. and Oleta Marshall Weaver. Virginia was a retired bank teller at Calhoun Co. Bank. Read More…
As stated in a letter received by Emily Collins, Former Grantsville Recorder, the investigation of the Secretary of State’s Office regarding the allegations against wrong doing by Mrs. Collins during the 2025 Town of Grantsville election were dismissed. Emily Collins Grantsville, WV 26147 Re: complaint Dear Ms. Collins, Pursuant to W. Va. Code § 3-1-50(a)(7), Read More…
Thirty nine year old Austin William Schaar of Columbia, Georgia has been arrested for Burglary – Entry of dwelling or outbuilding and Attempt to Commit a Felony. He appeared before Magistrate Lora Davis who set his bond at $10,000. A preliminary hearing is scheduled on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 10 a.m. before Magistrate Richard Read More…
Joseph Patrick “Pat” Fulmer, 82, of Elizabeth, WV, passed away November 18, 2025. Born in Parkersburg, WV, he was the son of the late Claude Fulmer and Margaret Strahan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Larry Strahan, Bill Fulmer, Larry Roberts and a nephew Brian Watterson. He was a Read More…
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our Dad, James Dale Barr II on November 18. Deeply mourned by daughters Chasidy (Jody) Rush , Tonya Graham , grandsons Matthew Rush, Philip Graham II and great grandson McKinley Graham. Per his request services for his immediate family will be held at a later time.
SPENCER, WV – Route 33 Wrestling (Rt33W), Spencer’s premier woman-owned and -operated professional wrestling promotion, is wrapping up the year with a special holiday event. The promotion returns to the Spencer Armory for its final show of 2025, “In Your Gingerbread House,” on Saturday, December 13th. This family-friendly event promises unpredictable excitement with at least Read More…
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETINGMonday, November 24, 2025 @ 6:00 pm AGENDA I. Prayer Followed by Pledge of Allegiance II. Call to Order III. Special Recognition a. Calhoun Middle/High School Band b. Calhoun High School Cross Country Team c. Calhoun Middle School Cross Country Team IV. Public Comment – please indicate on the sign in sheet* if you would like to address the Commission V. Unfinished Business VI. New Business a. Consider Election Policies – Jean Simers, Read More…