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Calhoun BOE Levy to be Voted on November 5th, 2024

ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE COUNTY OF CALHOUN DIRECTING AN ELECTION TO BE HELD TO AUTHORIZE CONTINUATION OF ADDITIONAL TAX LEVIES FOR THE FISCAL YEARS BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025, JULY 1, 2026, JULY 1, 2027, JULY 1, 2028, AND JULY 1, 2029 That at a statutory meeting of the Board of Education Read More…

Hunting News

NEW MIGRATORY BIRD REGULATIONS GO INTO EFFECT SEPT. 1

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced that new hunting regulations and season dates for migratory game birds will go into effect on Sept. 1 in accordance with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s annual guidelines. The 2024–2025 migratory game bird seasons are scheduled as follows: Hunters are also encouraged to Read More…

Government News

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…