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Calhoun County Man Sentenced for a Firearms Conviction

U.S. Attorney’s Office, Northern District of West Virginia CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – Victor L. Carpenter, 57, of Mt. Zion, West Virginia, was sentenced today to 57 months in federal prison for the unlawful possession of a firearm. According to court documents and statements made in court, Carpenter was on state probation for malicious assault and Read More…

Business Community Community Events News

Residents are Willing to Step Up and Out to bring Prosperity Back to the County Seat

County residents, with an interest in the direction of City Government, met at the Grantsville Volunteer Fire Department to discuss concerns and potential candidates for the 2025 Town Council, Mayor and Recorder positions. Roger Propst addressed those in attendance about the significance of The 1982 Foundation, American Medicine Company and other potential business opportunities that Read More…

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Commonwealth Financial Services Makes Donation to North Star

On Wednesday morning after a tour, Commonwealth Financial Services officials presented North Star Child Advocacy Center (NSCAC) with a check for $4,000.00. Daniel Spurgeon, Financial Advisor for Commonwealth Financial Services, explains why their donation to North Star was so important to the company. “North Star is a light for thousands of children in possibly the most dark and challenging time of their lives. It’s really unfortunate Read More…

Education News Schools

John and Ruth McGee Foundation and Glenville State University Announce New Five-Year Scholarship Program for Primary Education Majors

With the generous support of the John and Ruth McGee Foundation, Glenville State University is pleased to announce a new five-year scholarship program for primary education majors. This program will provide $100,000 in support for the next five years to our West Virginia students pursuing education degrees.  Scholarships will be awarded to high-need students from Read More…

Business Government News

Wirt County led the state in new business growth for the month

Secretary of State Mac Warner Reports 1,222 New WV Business Registrations for November of 2024 Charleston, W. Va. – The WV Secretary of State’s Office registered 1,222 new businesses statewide during the month of November according to Secretary of State Mac Warner.  Wirt County led the state in the percentage of new business growth with a total of Read More…

Community Events News

Official Results from Route 33 Wrestling’s Final 2024 Event

Spencer, WV –  Mistletoe Melee results – Saturday, December 7th, 2024Owner/promoter – “The Boss Lady” Jessi McCumbersRing announcer: Nick StevensReferees: Smartie Marks and Mike Luckey Brought to you by: Groves Auto Service, Twister’s Garage, and the City Of Spencer 2024 Year End Awards Results:Men’s Wrestler of the Year: Michael AnthonyWomen’s Wrestler of the Year: Sarah Read More…