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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Morrisey officially announced the opening of West Virginia’s bow season this Saturday, September 26, running through December 31, 2026. At the same time, the Governor announced the launch of a new Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH) contest sponsored by Whitetail Frenzy, rewarding hunters who donate harvested deer to local families in need. Read More…
Although the 2026 WV Molasses Festival began on a rainy note, the final two days were filled with sunshine and great community memories.
James D. Hardman (Jim), 82, passed away August 16, 2026, at CAMC Memorial surrounded by his wife and daughter. Jim was born December 11, 1943, to parents Alfred George Hardman and Ruby Pearl Wilcox in Gilmer County, WV. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his 8 brothers and 2 sisters. Read More…
The big news around Creston [and other places] was rain, high water and flooding. Several roadways around Creston were under water with some feet in the Ann’s Run road in front of the Creston Community Building. Because of the flooding the Creston ATV Poker run couldn’t be set up Friday & the event had to Read More…
Diana Lea “Starcher” Satterfield, 73, went to be with the love of her life, her beloved husband, Kenneth “Gene” Satterfield, on September 21, 2026, at 10:42 p.m. After being apart from him since his passing in 2019, Diana is now reunited with the man she loved and cherished so deeply. Though her passing leaves an Read More…
Mary Kathryn Brandenstein, age 80, of Spencer, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, at her home in Spencer. Born on December 11, 1945, in Akron, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Donald Carl Baum and Emogene Bridgewater . Mary was a longtime member of Peoples Baptist Church. In addition to Read More…
Carl J. “Junbug” Blosser Jr., 56, of Spencer, West Virginia passed away September 24, 2026 at Roane General Hospital. He was born on November 23, 1969 in Spencer, West Virginia, Carl was the late son of Carl J. Blosser and Tressie Gay (Price) Blosser. He was a graduate of Roane County Highschool and worked as Read More…
FALL 2026 RETREAT INFORMATIONWhen: November 10 – 15, 2026Where: Cedar Lakes Conference Center, Ripley, WVBoth copies of registration due: Download Retreat Registration Form here (Coming in July 2026)Download Retreat Frequently Asked Questions hereCEDAR LAKES FALL RETREATWhen filling out the Meal portion of the form, keep in mind that menus will be available a week prior to retreat, however, Cedar Read More…
Immerse yourself in your passion! Experience our events at Cedar Lakes! Over 40 years of practice makes us a great choice for the value minded quilt maker. Lodging on campus is available at several price points, as is lodging off campus in beautiful Ripley, West Virginia, just minutes up the road. Cedar Lakes Conference Center Read More…