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Southern West Virginia experienced severe flooding over the weekend brought on by an exceptionally heavy rain event. Gov. Patrick Morrissey declared a State of Emergency in Boone, Cabell, Greenbrier, Kanawha, Lincoln, Logan, Mercer, McDowell, Mingo, Raleigh, Summers, Wayne, and Wyoming counties. Williamson in Mingo County utilized their flood walls for the first major test since they Read More…
The Calhoun County Commission will be having a work session on Friday at 4pm in the little court room with E-911. The Community is encouraged to attend.
The Calhoun County Commission is taking application for the position of County Administrator. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree, but a master’s degree is preferred along with three years of experience as an upper level manager. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Applicants should submit their resume to Craig Arthur, Commissioner President, at Read More…
Rev. Kevin Gillispie filled his regular appointment at the Burning Springs M. E. Church. He had been concerned about Garfield Road and elsewhere being blocked by high water and rock slides. More rocks & dirt came down at the “red cut” near the Munday road but nothing was blocked. A flock of robins has taken Read More…
With heavy hearts, we the family of Greta Lenore Richards, 86, formerly of Grantsville, WV, announce her passing on February 15, 2025. Greta was born on August 12, 1938, in Grantsville, WV, a daughter of the late Joshua Sewell and Minnie Francis Bower Owens. In addition to parents, Greta was preceded in death by h,er Read More…
According to Calhoun 911, Calhoun County has shelters in place for anyone who may be displaced by flooding, should the need arise in Calhoun this weekend. Calhoun FRN in Grantsville is prepared at their Drop in Center when requested. The Arnoldsburg Community Building will also be made available when requested. According to the Calhoun County Read More…
Due to the predicted rains, the Calhoun Republican Executive Committee made the tough decision to cancel their Annual Lincoln Day Dinner. Although a great night of food and entertainment with Johnny Staats and the Cossin Brothers was planned, the risk of heavy rains and flooding felt like too much of a risk for many traveling Read More…
Precipitation starts this morning. Flood threat through the weekend. A strong low pressure system approaches from the west today. This system has the potential to produce a significant, widespread flooding event this weekend with some river flooding likely persisting into Monday. Much colder air will then take hold for next week as the system departs. Read More…
Facing what our new Governor describes as a “massive deficit” in our state budget, I can’t help but notice that Medicaid and PEIA are among the primary causes. This raises an important question. What could we have done over the past few decades to reduce these expenses? The answer is simple – promote healthier outcomes Read More…
Entrepreneurship is the backbone of West Virginia’s economy, fueling innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of our communities. As we celebrate National Entrepreneurship Week from February 15-22, we recognize the hard-working entrepreneurs and small business owners who take risks, bring ideas to life, and drive our state forward. National Entrepreneurship Week is the perfect time to Read More…