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Lillie L. (Mace) O’Brien, 80, of Spencer, West Virginia, passed away on July 22, 2026 at Roane General Hospital after an extended illness. She was born on September 11, 1945 in Arnoldsburg, West Virginia she was the daughter of the late Oral Mace and Ernestine Mace. Lillie was a devoted and loving mother, wife, grandmother and Read More…
Dolores Mysliwiec, 88, of Glenville, WV; departed this earthly life in the morning hours of Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born August 28, 1937 in West Virginia, daughter of the late Alphonsus and Pauline (Slomka) Mysliwiec. Dolores is a former Sociology Professor for Glenville State University, having Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia’s 2026-27 hunting season dates and bag limits for mourning dove, woodcock, snipe, sora and Virginia rails have been set. These seasons are set within the annual guidelines established by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Species Dates Daily Limit Possession Limit Mourning Dove (3-way split) Sept. 1 – Oct. 11 15 45 Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that applications are now open for the 2026 antlerless deer and state park controlled lottery hunts. Hunters who want to participate in these limited-permit opportunities must submit their applications online at WVhunt.com. “These lottery hunts are critical for managing West Virginia’s deer population Read More…
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today provided an update on West Virginia’s ongoing flood recovery efforts as hundreds of state employees, National Guard members, first responders, volunteers, and local officials continue helping communities recover from this week’s devastating flooding. “Our emergency response has transitioned into a recovery mission, but our commitment to these communities has Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today launched West Virginia’s Blue Envelope Program, a new initiative designed to improve communication during traffic stops involving drivers with autism spectrum disorder, dementia, or intellectual or developmental disabilities. The program provides participating drivers with a blue envelope that holds their driver’s license, registration, insurance information, and emergency contact information, Read More…
Paul Eugene Hall, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the age of 86. Born in West Virginia on March 30, 1940, he was the son of Doy and Eula Houchin Hall. He graduated from Spencer High School, in Spencer, WV with the class of 1958 and joined the US Army which he served Read More…
Monday, July 27, 2026 @ 5:00 pm AGENDA I. Prayer followed by Pledge II. Call to Order III. Special Recognition – Local Youth Volunteer Appreciation – FRN/FSC IV. Public Comment – Please indicate on the Sign-in Sheet if you wish to address the Commission V. Review and Approve Minutes VI. Unfinished Business a. Open and Read More…
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today surveyed flood damage with the West Virginia National Guard before providing an update on the state’s ongoing response and recovery efforts. Search and rescue operations remain the top priority as state, local, and federal partners continue working around the clock to assist affected communities. Click here to view press Read More…
Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner issued today a Public Notice for a proposed West Virginia Constitutional Amendment to Section I, Article IV relating to the right to vote in elections held in West Virginia. The notice is issued in accordance with Senate Joint Resolution 9. The amendment will appear on the November 3rd General Election ballot. The Read More…