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Rev. Kevin Gillispie filled his regular appointment at the Burning Springs M. E. Church. He had been concerned about Garfield Road and elsewhere being blocked by high water and rock slides. More rocks & dirt came down at the “red cut” near the Munday road but nothing was blocked. A flock of robins has taken Read More…
With heavy hearts, we the family of Greta Lenore Richards, 86, formerly of Grantsville, WV, announce her passing on February 15, 2025. Greta was born on August 12, 1938, in Grantsville, WV, a daughter of the late Joshua Sewell and Minnie Francis Bower Owens. In addition to parents, Greta was preceded in death by h,er Read More…
According to Calhoun 911, Calhoun County has shelters in place for anyone who may be displaced by flooding, should the need arise in Calhoun this weekend. Calhoun FRN in Grantsville is prepared at their Drop in Center when requested. The Arnoldsburg Community Building will also be made available when requested. According to the Calhoun County Read More…
Due to the predicted rains, the Calhoun Republican Executive Committee made the tough decision to cancel their Annual Lincoln Day Dinner. Although a great night of food and entertainment with Johnny Staats and the Cossin Brothers was planned, the risk of heavy rains and flooding felt like too much of a risk for many traveling Read More…
Precipitation starts this morning. Flood threat through the weekend. A strong low pressure system approaches from the west today. This system has the potential to produce a significant, widespread flooding event this weekend with some river flooding likely persisting into Monday. Much colder air will then take hold for next week as the system departs. Read More…
Facing what our new Governor describes as a “massive deficit” in our state budget, I can’t help but notice that Medicaid and PEIA are among the primary causes. This raises an important question. What could we have done over the past few decades to reduce these expenses? The answer is simple – promote healthier outcomes Read More…
Entrepreneurship is the backbone of West Virginia’s economy, fueling innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of our communities. As we celebrate National Entrepreneurship Week from February 15-22, we recognize the hard-working entrepreneurs and small business owners who take risks, bring ideas to life, and drive our state forward. National Entrepreneurship Week is the perfect time to Read More…
FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHTThis Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia and much of West Virginia.DAY ONE…Tonight.Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN…Saturday through Thursday.Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more Read More…
ANGLERS ARE REMINDED TO PURCHASE A 2025 FISHING LICENSE AND TROUT STAMP SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced that the following lakes and streams were stocked with trout during the week of Feb. 3: While daily trout stockings are not announced in advance, the WVDNR publishes a list Read More…
Through an exciting partnership with RIZE Education, Glenville State University is now offering five new, cutting-edge MBA programs! These programs are a result of hard work and dedication on the part of the Glenville State University Business Department and University President Dr. Mark A. Manchin’s commitment to provide innovative, fully online programs available to WV, Read More…
