News Obituary

Teresa “Terry” Putnam Obituary

Teresa “Terry” Putnam, 79, of Glenville, WV; departed this earthly life in the early morning hours of Monday, September 1, 2025 at the residence of her loving daughter, following an extended illness. She born March 23, 1946 in Fairmont, WV; daughter of the late Emilio and Gladys (Thorne) Megna. Terry is a graduate of Sand Read More…

Hunting News

WVDNR REMINDS HUNTERS ABOUT UPCOMING YOUTH SEASONS, CHANGES TO REGULATIONS

SQUIRREL AND BLACK BEAR YOUTH HUNTING SEASONS SET TO OPEN IN SEPTEMBER CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With the first slate of youth hunting seasons set to open in September, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today reminded hunters that the minimum age restriction for youth seasons has been removed. “Hunting in West Virginia is a Read More…

Government News

Town Council to conduct September’s Meeting at 6 p.m. This Evening

THE TOWN COUNCIL MEETING CAN BE VIEWED ON FACEBOOK LIVE FROM THE RIDGEVIEW NEWS PAGE AT 6 P.M. The Grantsville Town Council will hold their September meeting at 6 p.m. at the City’s office on Main Street. The Agenda is as follows: Notice: Town of Grantsville – Public Comment Rules

Community Community Events Entertainment News

Labor Day Celebration on the Avalon Campus beginning at Noon Today

The Saundra Johnson Aquatic Center will. Open at noon today for the final day of Season 2025. This will be your last chance to enjoy a beautiful day of swimming and Delicious Food from the “Best of WV Nominated” Tiki Tacos that will be serving their famous steak (Carne Asada, Chicken and Shrimp fajita meals Read More…

Hunting News

WVDNR ANNOUNCES RETURN OF ELK MANAGEMENT TOURS FOR 2026 SEASON

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced dates for its 2026 elk management tours, which give visitors the chance to explore scenic areas of Logan County and learn about the state’s elk restoration program. The first tour will take place Saturday, Sept. 6, with tours continuing on weekends through Oct. Read More…

Hunting

WVDNR MONITORING SEASONAL HEMORRHAGIC DISEASE IN DEER POPULATIONS

OFFICIALS REMIND PUBLIC THAT DISEASE IS HARMLESS TO HUMANS AND NOT A LONG-TERM THREAT TO DEER CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that cases of hemorrhagic disease (HD) have been confirmed in Harrison, Jackson, Pleasants, Ritchie and Wood counties. These counties are in close proximity to counties in Ohio, Read More…

Crimes/Punishment News

Harris Arrested on Capias for Driving Suspended Revoked DUI

Sr. Trooper J.D. Richards filed a Magistrate Court Complaint on On Sunday, August 25, 2025, stating that on May 25th, 2025, at approximately 10:45 p.m., while he was conducting a road patrol in the 3,000 block of South Calhoun Highway, heading south, he observed an older, green in color GMC Sierra in front of him. Read More…

Community Community Events Health News News

West Virginia Department of Human Services Joins Nationwide Observance of National Recovery Month

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) joins partners nationwide in recognizing September as National Recovery Month. This observance promotes evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, celebrates the nation’s recovery community, and acknowledges the service providers and communities that make recovery possible. “Recovery Month is an important time to celebrate Read More…