News Schools Sports

Calhoun County Players Shine in All-LKC Boys Basketball Honors ​

Gaylen Duskey, Writer The 2025-26 All-Little Kanawha Conference Boys Basketball Team has been announced, and Calhoun County is proudly represented by several talented athletes who made their mark on the court this season. ​ These players demonstrated exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship, earning recognition among the best in the conference. ​ Leading the way for Read More…

News Schools Sports

Calhoun shows well in first track meet

Gaylen Duskey, Writer Saturday the Calhoun High School Track and Field Team had its first meet of the season in the Don Williams Memorial at Roane County High School.  “Couldn’t have asked for a better season opener. Great weather and great performances,” Coach Kayla Ware said. “As a coach, I am excited to say that Read More…

Business Community Education News

There’s a Cost to Ignoring Your Government and Their ResponsibilIties

I have been involved with local politics through employment: (Magistrate Assistant, Circuit Clerk Deputy) Appointment: (Magistrate Clerk) Grant funded: (Calhoun County Prevention in Schools), child of an elected official, Wife of a Town Employee and now reporting on elected officials. Decades of discovering how it all works for the good, the bad and assuredly the Read More…

News Obituary

Connie Louise Smith Obituary

Connie Louise Smith, 67, of Grantsville, WV was called home by Almighty God on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Ruby Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Gassaway on September 29, 1958, Connie was the daughter of the late Edward “Don” and Lenora Goodrich Cottrill. To know Connie was to know a woman whose Read More…

Court Crimes/Punishment News

Carter Preliminary Hearing a Very Tense Environment

Mickey Case Carter, age 26, appeared for his Preliminary Hearing in Calhoun Magistrate Court on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 2 p.m. in Case 26-M07F-00006 charging First Degree Murder of 29 year old Emily Metheney on March 13th, 2026 at Chloe, WV. Carter appeared before Magistrate Lora Davis with his Attorney, Mark Plant. At the Read More…

Government Holiday News

GOVERNOR PATRICK MORRISEY AND FIRST LADY DENISE MORRISEY OPEN GOVERNOR’S MANSION FOR FREE EASTER TOURS

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey have opened the Governor’s Mansion to the public for free Easter tours.  Just in time for spring, tours of the Governor’s Mansion give visitors an inside look at one of the Mountain State’s most iconic landmarks, decorated in full Easter splendor. Guests are also invited to Read More…

Government News

Commission to Hold Special Budget Meeting Monday, March 23rd

SPECIAL BUDGET COMMISSION MEETING Monday, March 23, 2026 @ 4:00 pm AGENDA I. Budget & Financial Meeting  a. Final Review of Expenditures and Revenues b. Consider Levy Rate c. Approve 2027 Budgets and Levy Rates II. Erroneous Tax Assessments and Consolidations – Assessor Jason Nettles III. Wills, Bonds, Settlements & Estates – County Clerk Whitney Butler IV. Financial a. Approval of Invoices b. Budget Revisions & Transfers Regular Meeting 5:00pm I. Prayer followed by Pledge II. Call to Order Read More…

Farming/Agriculture Food News

WVDA ANNOUNCES SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM, ENCOURAGES FARMERS TO APPLY NOW

Charleston, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is pleased to announce the return of the West Virginia Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) for the 2026 growing season. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides eligible low-income senior citizens with access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Seniors can sign up Read More…