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Gov. Justice, DoHS announce increase in provider waiver rates and IDD waiver expansion

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) announced today that providers have been notified that the Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) will increase provider waiver rates by 15% on October 1, 2024, the amount as recommended in the service cost and rate review conducted by Myers and Stauffer Read More…

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Gov. Justice announces major investments in Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and Lost River State Park

​ CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today announced significant developments at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park and Lost River State Park as part of ongoing investments to enhance outdoor recreation and tourism in the state. Cass is adding its first campground featuring 100 campsites, modern amenities, and historic preservation. Lost River is adding 35 modern campsites, enhancing Read More…

Community Events News

CCCOA Invitation to a Presentation of “Caption Call”

Calhoun County Committee on Aging extends an invitation for Wednesday, August 28th @ 10am for a brief presentation and Bingo on CAPTION CALL! This program is available to all ages and at NO cost at the Grantsville CCCOA. So please join them for the program as well as a great lunch which will be served Read More…

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The Consequences of Holding Government Accountable

From the inception of the Ridgeview News, one of the primary goals has been to keep the community aware of what’s happening with our local government and keep them accountable. We’ve suffered long enough at the hands of politicians who control the government for their own benefit without regard for the consequences to the citizens Read More…

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WVDOT sweeps three out of 10 categories in 2024 America’s Transportation Awards competition

CHARLESTON, WV – The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) took home three out of 10 regional awards in the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards, in competition with 13 other southeastern states. The awards were presented at the Southeastern Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (SASHTO) Annual Meeting on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, in Arkansas. Sponsored by the Read More…

Community News

Calhoun County Route 9/2, Henry’s Fork Road, Will be Closed Beginning Thursday, August 22, 2024

CALHOUN COUNTY, WV – Calhoun County Route 9/2, Henry’s Fork Road, will be closed, from milepost 0.00, to milepost 2.91, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 22, 2024, and Friday, August 23, 2024, for several culvert replacements. The roadway will be closed; however, emergency vehicles will be accommodated. The roadway Read More…