Business News

Ridgeview Celebrates 2nd Year

The first edition of the Ridgeview was actually December 30th, 2021. But the official date with the WV Secretary of State’s Office was January 1, 2022; and here we are 3,282 posts later. We’ve had a few bumps in the road, more than a few journalism lessons and advice from cousin Ron. A few heart Read More…

Accident News

New Years Eve Roll Over on Route 5

An accident involving two juveniles in the afternoon of Monday, December 31, 2023, luckily had no injuries. It appears the driver ran off of the road and over compensated when pulling his truck back onto the highway causing it to overturn and slide into the guardrails on Route 5 west of Cabot Station. Grantsville Volunteer Read More…

Business News

GasBuddy Releases Annual Fuel Outlook; Predicts Lower Gas, Diesel Prices in 2024

National average price of gas projected to see yearly decline in 2024 for second straight year DALLAS, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — GasBuddy, a PDI company, today released its annual Fuel Price Outlook with some good news for drivers: expect lower gasoline and diesel prices in 2024. The outlook highlights key trends in gasoline and diesel prices, forecasting Read More…

Government News

Family Court Judge Issued Public Admonishment from Judicial Investigation Commission

In a complaint filed before the Judicial Investigation Commission of West Virginia, No. 106-2023, in the matter of the Honorable Steve Jones, Fourth Family Court Circuit for Calhoun, Gilmer, Ritchie and Roane Counties, a public admonishment was issued on December 12th, 2023. The admonishment states that following an investigation of the Judicial Disciplinary Counsel pursuant Read More…

Community Events News

Why you should plan on attending our Ladies Event

From Publisher Shari Johnson When LuAnn Johnson, my friend from North Carolina, mentioned the idea of hosting a ladies event, I didn’t tell her, but I for certain questioned whether or not in the middle of the winter, this was a good idea? But I’m always game for an adventure, so we decided to hold Read More…

Public Notice West Virginia

Invitation to Bid for CAP Pickup Truck

FOR SALE — West Virginia Wing, Civil Air Patrol has retired a 2003 GMC Sierra pickup 4X4 ¾ ton truck which is available for purchase.  The vehicle is being sold, as is, where is, with no expressed or implied warranties.  Interested parties may view the vehicle by appointment only by contacting tmorris@wvwg.cap.gov or dbutler-case@wvwg.cap.gov. Civil Air Patrol is not Read More…

News Tourism

Welcome 2024 in the outdoors on a First Day Hike in America’s State Parks

WASHINGTON, Dec. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Celebrate the New Year with fun, fresh air, and scenic views by participating in a First Day Hike in one of America’s State Parks. These guided hikes are organized annually from Hawaiito Maine to encourage individuals and families to start the year on the right foot – by getting outside and connecting with nature. Read More…

Government News Politics

West Virginia Should Ban Ranked Choice Voting

To hold confidence in elections and to protect voters’ ballots, West Virginia should ban Ranked Choice Voting by Mac WarnerWV Secretary of State In West Virginia, we have confidence in our election results and we pride ourselves that every eligible vote cast is counted. Proposals to change the way we conduct elections and count ballots Read More…

News Obituary

Nolan Earl Moyers Sr. Obituary

Nolan Earl Moyers Sr., 86, of Frametown, WV went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, December 26, 2023.  He was born on March 30, 1937, in Scott, WV, a son of the late Lester E.and Alda M. (Vanhorn) Moyers.  In addition to his parents, Nolan was preceded in death by his loving and Read More…