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In search of discovering the names of over 1,100 men and women who have served at various times in various branches and wars, my appreciation for the veterans as well as their families grew mightily. My understanding for their contribution to my freedom hit home as I read name after name of men and women Read More…
Nothing hits the spot for me any better than a warm bowl of soup on a brisk winter day, and one of my personal all time faves is Tomato Soup. So last week I determined that I would make it from scratch and the end result was wonderful! I had watched a video a week Read More…
WEST VIRGINIA HUNTERS HARVEST 1,130 FALL TURKEYS IN 2024 December 18, 2024 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that hunters harvested 17 percent more fall turkeys in 2024 compared to last year. “West Virginia is truly a top destination for turkey hunting, and our thriving turkey populations are Read More…
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH) and Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) today announced continued progress in reducing overdose deathsacross the state, alongside the release of the agency’s 2025-2030 One State One Vision West Virginia Substance Use Primary Prevention Strategic Plan aimed at sustaining and expanding these efforts. “Every life Read More…
On Saturday, December 28, 2024, at approximately 8:28 am, Trooper C. A. Lane and Trooper L. E. Whitt were advised of a shooting incident off of Pine Creek Road in Grantsville, WV by the Calhoun County Emergency Operations Center. Calhoun County Sheriff Graham Knight was the first law enforcement officer on scene. He arrived at Read More…
ATLANTA (Dec. 29, 2024) — Jimmy Carter, 39th president of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died peacefully Sunday, Dec. 29, at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. He was 100, the longest-lived president in U.S. history. President Carter is survived by his children — Jack, Chip, Jeff, Read More…
A call came in at 8:23 a.m. to Calhoun Control from the address of 5957 Pine Creek Road that a shooting had occurred. When local police and Sheriff arrived on scene it was discovered that two people at that address had been killed and two were shot, one of which was critical. It was determined Read More…
A shooting was reported on Pine Creek Road around 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 28th, 2024. Police was dispatched to scene with ambulance ordered to stand down until called in which has currently been permitted. Details to follow as made available.
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that he will run across the finish line as West Virginia’s Chief Executive and remain in office until Governor-elect Patrick Morrisey assumes office as the 37th Governor, ensuring a smooth transition process. “I have always promised Toby and Edith that I would run through the finish line as their Governor. Read More…
If you’re one of the people who struggle with the wintertime blues, when the dismal gray and cold weather effects your attitude and the passing of Christmas leaves you longing for sunny weather, a trip to Grantsville might just put a little sunshine in your soul. The 1982 Foundation and their staff work tirelessly to Read More…
