On , February 13, 2026, at approximately 10:15 a.m. Cpl. Brian Young of the Grantsville, WV State Police was contacted by Calhoun County 911 in reference to child abuse that had been reported at Arnoldsburg Elementary School in CalhounCounty, WV. Cpl. Young contacted CPS and drove to Arnoldsburg Elementary school to speak to the 7 Read More…
Secretary of State Kris Warner announces four Regional Winners in the state’s first-ever “I Voted!” Sticker Contest; Public to now select the Statewide Winner
Charleston, W.Va. – More than 1,100 eighth grade students from throughout the state submitted artwork in West Virginia’s first-ever “I Voted!” Sticker Contest hosted by the WV Secretary of State’s Office. The next step in the contest is for the general public to vote. Back in December, Secretary of State Kris Warner announced the contest to design a Read More…
Special Prosecutor Coffey Provides McCumbers Update
Following a request for an update on the Jacob McCumbers case which was bound over in the Circuit Court of Calhoun County; Special Prosecutor Elizabeth Coffey responded with the following statement regarding Charges against Mr. McCumbers of 50 counts – 61-08D-05(a) – Sexual abuse by a parent, guardian, custodian to a child. “The case is Read More…
County Commission Considers Community Service and O&M Options
The Calhoun County Commission and Board of Equalization and Review was called to order on Wednesday, February 13, 2026 at 1:32 p.m. by President Commissioner Lupardus. Commissioner Arthur opened the meeting in prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Others present: Commissioner Rush, Commissioner Arthur by phone, County Administrator Jennifer Randolph, County Clerk Whitney Butler, Sheriff Graham Read More…
Creston News Week of February 16th
The weather finally warmed and much of the snow has melted although there are yet icy spots. Last week with clear main roads it was obvious to spot the problem areas, mostly driveways that caused water to run out on the road making icy spots [black ice]. In olden days the county would send out Read More…
ROUTE 33 WRESTLING TO OPEN ITS 2026 SEASON ON MARCH 14TH
SPENCER, WV – On March 14th, pro wrestling fans from all over the region will make their way to the Armory in Spencer, WV to see the return of Rt33W LIVE, an evening of thrilling professional wrestling action. Route 33 Wrestling has hosted more than 30 live wrestling events over the past eight years in Read More…
Property Transfers for January 2026
The Following property transfers were filed in the office of County Clerk Whitney Butler for the Month of January 2026
Stray Pig Causing Issue on Walnut Road
Ridgeview received a call on February 14th at 10:10 a.m. from the Stephanie Nichols at the Keener residence on 1228 Walnut Road reporting that a pig was in her yard for which she has no idea who it belongs to. Because of this she cannot let her dogs out. If this animal belongs to you, Read More…
Public Notice of WVU – Roane County Extension Service Meeting
SPENCER, WEST VIRGINIA Location: Roane General Hospital Conference Room 200 Hospital Drive Spencer, WV or Virtual Option: (Zoom Software) Topic: Roane County Extension Service Committee Time: Feb 24, 2026 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://wvu.zoom.us/j/97179303257?pwd=NNdOaYqZTU2WlbZ5dPSOlYAheGPSne.1 Meeting ID: 971 7930 3257 Passcode: XXU8HEDU One tap mobile +13052241968,,97179303257# US +13092053325,,97179303257# US If you have never used Zoom to Read More…
Calhoun Commission Extends Invitation to Local Artisans
The Calhoun County Commission is inviting local artists, art groups, and community organizations to submit proposals for participation in the America250 Mural Project, a statewide initiative celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. As part of this project, Calhoun County has been awarded up to $5,000 through a grant from the West Virginia Department of Read More…




















