Walter Franklin McCormick, 87, of Orma, WV, passed away August 7, 2024, at his home. He was born July 23, 1937, in Roane County, WV, a son of the late Elwood and Dollie Ayers McCormick. Walter moved to Cleveland and began work as a skilled craftsman at the age of 18. He worked assembling saxophones, Read More…
Doy Gene Hannah Obituary
Doy Gene Hannah, 73, of Chloe, WV, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the home of Ermal and Patricia Vaughan. He was born on October 28, 1950, at O’Brien, WV, a son of the late Carrie Keener and Tishie Hannah. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Read More…
FAVORITE WATERS FOR FALL FISHING TRIPS IN ALMOST HEAVEN, WEST VIRGINIA
Whether you’re a seasoned angler trying to become the next Master Angler or new to fishing, fall is a great time to cast a line in West Virginia. In this guide, we’ll explore why fall fishing is so rewarding and share some of the best fishing spots across the state. BENEFITS OF FISHING IN THE FALL There Read More…
Pleasant Hill Church to Hold Homecoming
The Pleasant Hill Methodist Church would like to invite everyone to their church Homecoming on Sept 8th, 2024 at 10:45 a.m. There will be special singers and speakers, and lots of Memories! A covered dish dinner will follow the service. Everyone is welcome.
Calhoun Commission Sells Shelter Property for $75K and Gives Town of Grantsville $57K
The Calhoun County Commission met for their August meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, August 12th, 2024. The meeting opened on the courthouse steps with the auction of the Country Lane Property purchased for the Animal Shelter which ended up not being suitable. Timothy Sampson was the only bidder at the minimum of $75,000. The Read More…
Notice of Public Auction of County Property
The Calhoun County Commission will auction the following property on Monday, August 12th, 2024 at 9 a.m. The property is located at 88 Country Lane, Mt. Zion, WV 26151. A bid of $75,000 is the minimum bid, well below what the property was appraised for, being $118,000. Interested bidders should be at the Courthouse in Read More…
Governor Jim Justice launches Emergency Drought Relief Reimbursement Grant Program
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today the Emergency Drought Relief Reimbursement Grant Program, providing financial assistance to agencies helping secure and distribute irrigation and livestock water supplies in counties experiencing severe or extreme drought conditions in accordance with the U.S. Drought Monitor. The program reimburses eligible expenses incurred by local public agencies, fire departments, and conservation districts, Read More…
$12M Allocated to Volunteer Fire Departments and First Responders
JULIAN, WV — Surrounded by several members of the West Virginia State Firemen’s Association, Gov. Jim Justice ceremonially signed House Bill 5128 providing $12 million to volunteer fire departments, emergency services, and other first responders around the state. “I say it all the time that our first responders are so brave because they run to the fire, and Read More…
Linda Peggs Obituary
Linda Peggs, 68, of Glenville, WV, passed away on August 7, 2024, inside her home. She was born in Reedy, WV, on March 10, 1956, a daughter of the late Eugene Keener and Roxie Falls. She worked at CCCOA (Calhoun County Committee on Aging) and truly loved all her clients. Linda lived life to the Read More…
