News Schools

100 Years of Calhoun High School Graduations – the Class of 2024 Bids Their Farewell

Photos provided by Clear Blue Skys Studio The graduating class of 2024 were encouraged by the words of former CHS Principal and Teacher, Mr. Robert Bonar who spoke to the 72 graduating seniors on Friday, May 17, 2024, as they awaited the opportunity to receive their diploma and turn the next page in the chapter Read More…

News

Office of Energy warns about new phone scam targeting homeowners

NEWS PROVIDED BY West Virginia Development Office CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) warns a new phone scam is targeting homeowners across the state. Energy officials say people are receiving calls from scammers claiming to represent the “West Virginia Power Company” or other, legitimate power companies that operate in West Virginia, including Read More…

Government News

Gov. Justice issues proclamation calling for Special Session of the West Virginia Legislature starting Sunday

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation calling for the West Virginia Legislature to convene in Special Session at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Click to view the Special Session Call“The special session I’m calling today isn’t just really important; it’s critical to the health and well-being of some of our state’s most Read More…

News Schools

Goff Named Glenville State University Staff Employee of the Year

GLENVILLE, WV – Sheri Goff, Financial Aid Counselor, has been named the 2024 Staff Employee of the Year. Nominations for the award described Goff as “kind,” “thoughtful,” and “having unwavering dedication.”  She has impressed many around campus with her positive attitude and friendly demeanor. A co-worker notes that she volunteers to cover Saturdays and evening work assignments Read More…

Community Events News

1982 Foundation Awarded $250,000 for School Window Replacement

The Preservation Alliance of West Virginia is proud to introduce the first four recipients of the newly established Fund for Historic Schools Grant, as well as four recipients of Saving Historic Places Grants. Recipients of The Fund for Historic Schools Grants include: Round two Saving Historic Places Grant recipients include: “The goal of both the Fund for Historic Schools and Saving Read More…

Business Farming/Agriculture

Arnoldsburg Farmers Market Open 2-6 p.m. Today!

The weekly farmers market will be open with food, product and plant vendors beginning at 2 p.m. Ridgeview Essentials will be on hand with our limited supply of Essential Oils and products and an opportunity to make and take your own roll on recipe! Stop by to check out what Ridgeview has to offer and Read More…

News Obituary

Robert Gene “Bob” Ashley Obituary

Robert Gene “Bob” Ashley, 70, of Spencer, West Virginia, died shortly after midnight on May 15, 2024, at CAMC-Memorial, following a brief illness. Bob was born on Independence Day, July 4, 1953, the son of the late Gene M. Ashley and Kathleen Harris Ashley.  He graduated from Spencer High School in 1971 and from Marshall Read More…

News Schools

Crislip-Garrett and Tingler Awarded Golden Horseshoe

The West Virginia Department of Education is honored to announce the 2024 Golden Horseshoe winners for Calhoun County. Since 1931, students have been honored as knights of the Golden Horseshoe having demonstrated exceptional knowledge of West Virginia history on the state-administered exam. This year, Jasmyne Tingler, & Ryleigh Crislip-Garrett will join the ranks of WV Read More…

Uncategorized

Holcomb Charged with DUI with Injury

Trooper J.D. Richards of the West Virginia State Police filed a complaint in the Magistrate Court of Calhoun County May 11th, 2024 regarding the arrest of 24 year old Riley Holcomb. Trooper Richards stated ath on Friday May 10th, 2024 at approximately 10 p.m. he was notified by Calhoun County Dispatch that a two vehicle Read More…