Charleston, W.Va. – The critical role of mineral and royalty owners in West Virginia’s economy was the focus of a recent episode of “Just Three Questions!” with WV Secretary of State Kris Warner and his guest Tom Huber, President of the West Virginia Royalty Owners Association (WVROA). During the episode, Huber outlined the association’s mission to educate Read More…
Thousands in Appalachia estimated to have undiagnosed epilepsy
Diagnosis, care are key to managing serious, underreported neurological condition June 3, 2026 Share this article: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Epilepsy specialists believe that fewer than 10 percent of the estimated 20,000-to-25,000 patients in the region who have epilepsy are currently being treated – a gap they say leads to delayed diagnoses, preventable injuries, and even death. According to WVU Medicine experts, epilepsy cases Read More…
A Buy The Chronicle Update
By Gaylen Duskey Recently I had a post saying that even more important than money we needed people if we were going to buy the Calhoun Chronicle and return its ownership to Calhoun County. I said we needed people to negotiate with the current owners, form a 503(a), serve as an editor and publisher, staff Read More…
Lawyers who helped WV foster children sue state officials over troubled system still seeking appeal
This story was provided courtesy of West Virginia Watch. “The children are just not being protected, and that’s our concern,” said Marcia Lowry, executive director of A Better Childhood, which brought the lawsuit with West Virginia foster children A sweeping lawsuit brought by foster children against West Virginia continues to seek an appeal after a federal Read More…
Treasurer Pack Releases Hope Scholarship Parent Satisfaction Survey for 2025-2026 School Year
State Treasurer Larry Pack, who serves as Chairman of the Hope Scholarship Board, is encouraging Hope Scholarship participants who were enrolled in the program for the 2025-2026 school year to fill out a Parent Satisfaction Survey, which is required by state law. “Since I took office, it has been our goal to better understand why Read More…
North Star Child Advocacy Center Expands Services with Addition of Trauma-Focused Therapy Program Beginning July 1
North Star Child Advocacy Center (North Star CAC) is pleased to announce the launch of in-house trauma-focused therapy services beginning July 1, expanding the organization’s comprehensive support for children and families impacted by abuse, neglect, and trauma. The expansion was made possible through a two-year grant from the Sisters Health Foundation and is further supported Read More…
Carpenter Arrested for DUI
On Thursday, May 28th, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m. Sr. Trooper Josh Richards was notified by Calhoun County Dispatch of a report of a vehicle that was reported traveling at a high rate of speed headed towards Grantsville. Trooper Richards was advised that the vehicle was a silver in color Toyota 4Runner with a temporary Read More…
Saundra Johnson Aquatic Center is ready to cool you down!
The Saundra Johnson Aquatic Center, located on the Avalon Campus in Grantsville is open and ready to cool you down on the hot days of summer as well as fill your belly with Tacos and other treats from the Tiki Taco Hut The zero entry pool with it’s baja pool shelf and shade sails surrounding Read More…
Record-Breaking 200,000 West Virginia Vacation Guides
Distributed Worldwide Since February Launch Almost Heaven trip planner still available for delivery to your doorstep Charleston, W.Va. – More than 200,000 copies of the 2026 West Virginia Vacation Guide have been distributed by the West Virginia Department of Tourism since its launch in February, reflecting a growing interest in the Mountain State as a top Read More…
Calhoun Middle High School Announces Honor Roll Students
Calhoun Middle High School Principal’s Honor Roll – 2nd Semester Middle School: Raelyn Arnold, Chelsea Bailey, Kyla Burrows, Elijah Capps, Addison Caudill, Elizabeth Collins, Alexander Dickson, Emma Frail, Willis Gainer-Pittman, Sophia Goodrich, Evan Griffin, EmbreeGungle, Ellie Hall, Paisley Harper, Bristol Hoskins, Haygan Houchin, Olivia Hardman, Kenlie Jarvis, Leyland Kerby, Reagan Morgan, Haley Nicholas, Quintin Parkin, Chase Pierce, Kaelynn Powell, Christian Pridemore, Bentley Snodgress, Brooke Tingler, Mackenzie Tingler, Adalida Trippett, Eliana White High School: Emily Basnett, Evan Burch, Emilee Burns, Holly Read More…



















