West Virginia Department of Human Services Announces LIEAP Application Mailing Beginning November 2nd
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA), will begin mailing applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) on November 2, 2026. Mailing criteria include households that received regular LIEAP benefits during the previous season and those who: The deadline to submit pre-LIEAP applications is November 25, 2026. Applications may be returned by Read More…
North Star Child Advocacy Center Among Recipients in the $17.2 Million in Victims of Crime Act Grant Awards
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced $17,178,347 in Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding through 81 grants awarded across West Virginia. “No one should have to face the aftermath of a crime alone,” said Governor Morrisey. “These grants put counselors, advocates and safe shelter within reach of victims in every part of West Virginia, and they Read More…
WV Department of Agriculture Offers Cooking and Gifting Ideas
WV WILDLIFE COOKBOOK The WVDA has teamed up with the WV Division of Natural Resources (DNR) to produce a West Virginia Wildlife Cookbook. From ramps to paw paws, venison to trout, this cookbook has mouthwatering recipes that feature Mountain State wildlife and foods you can forage. You can find a copy at https://agriculture.wv.gov/ The holidays Read More…
Powers arrested for DUI
Deputy C.R. Stephens filed a complaint in Calhoun Magistrate Court stating that on l0/26/26 he was notified by Calhoun Control of a single vehicle crash near Willie’s Red Barn. Upon arrival to the scene he met with Kevin Powers, owner of the crashed truck, who stated he hit a deer and it damaged his truck. Read More…
Pleasant Hill Honor Rol
Principal Honor Roll Santos-Kind Morris – 1st Whited – 1st Fox – 2nd Yoak – 2nd Belcher – 3rd Gumm – 4th Honor Roll Santos-Kind Morris – 1st Whited – 1st Fox – 2nd Yoak – 2nd Sims – 3rd Belcher – 3rd Gumm – 4th Wallburn – 4th
PSD Follow-up by Jason Firestine
Shari,Good morning. I hope all is well with you and your family. I feel that when I comment on a story on Ridgeview News, it may not go to the same audience as if I write you a letter. The letters usually end up on the Fakebook which everyone is addicted to. So, in case Read More…
Secretary Warner announces more than 115,000 ballots have been cast in absentee voting and during the first seven days of early voting for the 2026 General ElectionCharleston, W.Va.
WV Secretary of State Kris Warner announced today that early voter turnout is approximately 30% higher than during the same period of West Virginia’s 2022 midterm election. The increase reflects strong voter participation ahead of Election Day. Below is a breakdown of votes by county and political party as of end of day Wednesday, October Read More…
West Virginia Treasurer Larry Pack defends Hope Scholarship in enrollment decline
BY HENRY CULVYHOUSE West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack addresses reporters about his 2026 legislative priorities during a news conference Nov. 17, 2025, in Charleston, West Virginia. (Photo by Lori Kersey/West Virginia Watch) West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack defended the Hope Scholarship program Tuesday, stating that while it may contribute “a teeny bit” to declining Read More…
Treasurer Pack Honors Special Olympics West Virginia Athletes During Recognition Ceremony at State Capitol
Ceremony Celebrates Athletes’ Achievements and Highlights Financial Opportunities Through WVABLE Savings Program State Treasurer Larry Pack today honored nearly two dozen Special Olympics West Virginia athletes during a special recognition ceremony at the State Capitol, celebrating their outstanding achievements at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games this past June. Treasurer Pack also encouraged eligible West Read More…