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Outstanding Students of Calhoun Gilmer Career Center

Outstanding Student Leaders for morning and afternoon CTE labs were recognized this week at our fall student assembly on 11-14-24. These students are managers and/or foreman within their simulated workplace companies at our center and act as our student council making an impact within their classrooms and center-wide for improved practices and skill development. Congratulations Read More…

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Duane Poling and Stull Families receive County Park Tributes

by Linda Prine Jarvis The Calhoun County Park Trail signage project is accomplished!  The Park Board would like to thank West Virginia University and WVU Extension Service for funding this project which willincrease utilization of the trail and physical activity at Calhoun County Park.  Two Map Signs display the Walking Trail and other features of the park and their locations.  On the trail, Distance Markerssigns will show each half mile walked and enter/exit Read More…

Hunting News

WVDNR REMINDS HUNTERS ABOUT TREE STAND SAFETY

SAFETY COMPLIANCE AND HUNTING REGULATIONS PREVENT ACCIDENTS IN THE FIELD SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With West Virginia’s buck firearms season just around the corner, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) is reminding hunters of the importance of adhering to hunting regulations and practicing safe, responsible behavior in the field. “Hunting is a time-honored tradition Read More…

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Gov. Justice orders flags to half-staff on Friday, November 15, in honor of U.S. Army Corporal Howard Godwin, Jr

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Taylor County to be displayed at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Friday, November 15, 2024, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of United States Army Corporal Howard Godwin, Jr.  View Read More…

West Virginia

West Virginia Department of Human Services Offers Supports for Youth Transitioning Out of Foster Care

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is committed to supporting youth as they transition from foster care into adulthood. With a focus on comprehensive services, the State continues to expand its offerings to ensure foster youth have the tools they need for a successful transition. “When youth in foster care turn 18, they Read More…

Business News

Calhoun leading the State Once Again in Business Growth

Calhoun County led the state in new business growth for the month;Secretary of State Mac Warner Reports 1,100 New WV Business Registrations for October of 2024 Charleston, W. Va. – The WV Secretary of State’s Office registered 1,100 new businesses statewide during the month of October according to Secretary of State Mac Warner.  Calhoun County led the state in Read More…

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West Virginia celebrates Inaugural Breeze Airways New York-Newark flight

, Low-cost flights soar in popularity at West Virginia International Yeager Airport CHARLESTON, WV –– Breeze Airways, the premium leisure low-cost carrier offering point-to-point service between underserved markets across the U.S., today launched nonstop service from Charleston, WV to New York-Newark, NJ, with fares starting from $49* one way. This marks the newest destination served by West Read More…