If seeing is believing the Saundra Johnson Aquatic Center had about 100 serious believers on Sunday, May 19th, 2024 as the youth who supported The 1982 Foundation’s efforts to open the facility jumped in feet and head first! The youth and family supporters were treated to tacos at the Tiki Taco Hut and an afternoon Read More…
UWF Park Offers Community a New Facility for Events
Submitted by Charles Thomas The Upper West Fork Park CAP would like to introduce the Sycamore Room. This building, located behind the main park building, received damage after the flood at the end of August 2023. The structure had 18 inches of water and flooded for the first time since its construction as an exercise Read More…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…