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James Orland Epling, 87, of Spencer, West Virginia, passed away at Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, West Virginia, on May 5, 2026. James was born in Spencer, West Virginia, on July 30, 1938, a son of the late Beacher Johnson Epling and Edna Marple Epling. He was a former pastor, and a retiree from Read More…
CHANGES INCLUDE REMOVAL OF HORSEPOWER RESTRICTIONS ON SEVERAL LAKES May 6, 2026 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced the following changes to boating regulations, effective immediately: These changes were approved by the West Virginia Legislature during the 2026 Regular Session. For more information on boating safety and regulations, visit wvdnr.gov/lands-waters/boating.
When: May 21st Time: 7am to 10am Where: CCCOA (Senior Center in Grantsville) Address: 105 Market Street Grantsville, WV 26147 MHHS will be providing blood work at a very low price! Remember to put this date on your schedule! * No food after midnight if you are having lab work done! We will have several Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey today applauded the U.S. Coast Guard’s decision to establish its new Special Missions Command in Kearneysville, West Virginia, calling it a major victory for national security, military readiness, and the Mountain State’s growing role in supporting critical federal operations. “This is a tremendous win for West Virginia and a powerful Read More…
Alfred Stuart Akeroyd Jr., 45, of Palestine, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 5, 2026. Born on April 25, 1981, in Abington, he was the son of Alfred Akeroyd Sr. and the late Dorothy McGowan. Alfred proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and later served as a firefighter for Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced that West Virginia is taking additional steps to protect taxpayer dollars and ensure Medicaid resources are directed to those who truly need them, following a formal response to Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). “West Virginia is building on a strong foundation Read More…
Paul “Abe” Rush, 84, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away May 3, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born April 6, 1942, a son of the late James Rush and late Zella Murphy Cottrell. Abe was a simple man, a man of Christ, and an outdoorsman who loved to plant his garden. Surviving Read More…
Age 67 yrs old, passed away on May 1st, 2026 at CAMC Memorial. She was born June 20th, 1958, and she was the daughter of the late Don & Helen Ramsey. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren & great-grandchildren. She loved yard sales & thrift shopping for bargains. Left behind to cherish Read More…
Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner said that early voting in-person is well underway for West Virginia’s Primary Election. According to Secretary Warner, polling locations in all 55 counties had a total of 33,138 voters cast a ballot in person during the first week of early voting (April 29 through the morning of Read More…
Bonnie E. Luzader, 78 of Glenville, WV; formerly of Morgantown, WV; departed this earthly life in the late evening hours of Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the residence of her son Michael, following an extended illness. She was born November 28, 1947 in Kentucky, daughter of the late Earl and Bonnie Honeycutt. Bonnie held several Read More…