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Johnny L. Staats began playing the mandolin at just seven years old in 1976. By the age of ten, he was already performing live alongside his family — his father John Staats on guitar, his mother Betty Staats on piano, and his sister Missy Staats on banjo — playing local churches throughout West Virginia. Those Read More…
The West Virginia Department of Health and the West Virginia Emergency Management Division (EMD) are encouraging residents to prepare against the cold as temperatures continue to plunge. “It is vital to protect yourself and your home from freezing temperatures,” shared acting State Health Officer Dr. Mark McDaniel. “Prolonged exposure can lead to hypothermia, frostbite, and Read More…
Route 33 Wrestling presents “In Your Gingerbread House” – December 13th, 2025 – the Spencer Armory Owner/Director: The Boss LadyReferees: Marvin Kiruki, Mike Luckey, & Smartie MarksRing Announcer: Adam Vickers Year-End Award Results:– Superstar of the Year – Caleb Throne– Male Talent of the Year – TIE! Brox Boulder & Titan Troy– Female Talent of Read More…
Submitted by: Brandy Brabham, WVU-Extension Agent, Roane Co., 304-927-0975 Did you have a tough gardening season this summer? Enjoy learning more about gardening and working with others? Interested in sharing your gardening knowledge with others? If you answered “yes” to the preceding questions, the Extension Master Gardener course conducted by the West Virginia University Extension Service might be just the Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, Governor Patrick Morrisey issued the following statement after President Donald J. Trump declared Fentanyl a Weapon of Mass Destruction: “I want to thank President Trump for taking this decisive action to confront the fentanyl crisis and treat it with the seriousness it demands. This is something I called for immediately upon taking Read More…
The Creston Community Building Christmas party will be Saturday, December 20 with the meal starting at 3 P. M. And the visit from the polar regions scheduled for 5 P. M. Assuming travel conditions are conducive for sleighs. The Creston area presently is a winter wonderland with something over 5 inches of snow. Engineer Evans Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Due to expected snowfall and plunging temperatures, Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared a State of Preparedness in all 55 counties in West Virginia, which will remain in effect until Thursday, December 18, 2025. Governor Morrisey ordered personnel and resources to prepare to mobilize and respond to any emergency that may develop and delegated Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey announced today that his proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget will include pay raises for state employees, citing West Virginia’s improved financial outlook made possible by his administration’s disciplined, balanced-budget approach over the past year. “I believe in casting a wide net,” said Governor Morrisey. “Our state employees are the ones who teach Read More…
Betty L. Salvino, 90, of Weston, WV; departed this earthly life in the late evening hours of Monday, November 10, 2025 at the WVU Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, WV; following an extended illness. She was born March 8, 1935 in Linn, WV; daughter of the late Wellington and Hazel (Messenger) McHenry. Betty is a graduate Read More…
Mary Jo Moyers, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and dedicated servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the age of 90. She was surrounded by the love of her daughters as she went home to be with her Lord and Savior. Born on March Read More…