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Hurricane, W.Va. (Putnam County) – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner visited Calvary Baptist Academy on Wednesday to present the school with the prestigious Jennings Randolph Award for Civic Engagement. The Award is presented to any public or private high school in West Virginia that registers at least 85% of their eligible seniors to vote. Putnam Read More…
The Calhoun County Commission met for their second February meeting on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025. Commissioners Craig Arthur, Jacob McCumbers and Eric Lupardus were present. A long awaited answer from Jim Hildreth, Engineer, regarding the status of the ten plus year Norman Ridge Water project brought no new information. The citizens in that area of Read More…
Mt. Zion Homeowners Mike and Kay Richards, whose garage received severe damage from a hit and run incident on February 24th, 2025, are offering a reward of $500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the responsible party for their garage damage. Information was provided that a U-Haul truck driver was responsible, but Read More…
Calhoun County Schools are incredibly proud to announce the Calhoun County Winners of this year’s West Virginia Young Writers competition! These talented young authors have demonstrated exceptional creativity, storytelling, and dedication. Their words have the power to inspire, captivate, and move us all. Grade Band Title Author School Grades 1-2 The fairy Talia Mayle AES Read More…
Calhoun 8th Grade Students will be hosting a bingo fundraiser on Saturday March 1 to raise funds for their Washington DC field trip. The students will be having raffles, silent auction items, and many more! The doors open at 5 PM, and the games kick off at 6 PM. They hope to See you there!
CHARLESTON, WV – Governor Patrick Morrisey announced yesterday that the federal government accepted his request for Individual Assistance in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, and Wyoming counties. Other counties in the request still remain under consideration by FEMA. The Individual Assistance (IA) Program provides funds to individuals experiencing significant damage to homes or property. “I’m grateful to President Read More…
Curtis Arthur Gregory, 84, of Big Springs, WV, passed away February 25th, 2025, at Minnie Hamilton Long Term Care in Grantsville, WV. He was born, July 17, 1940, in Franklin, North Carolina, the son of the late Dewey and Ivalee Gregory Jennings. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Pearl, with whom he Read More…
The West Virginia Department of Highways made a quick clean up in the 1000 block of Route 7, across the river from the Grantsville Water Plant. Trees, rocks and mud had come down into the roadway, preventing one of Calhoun School’s buses from running that direction. Overnight winds and rains likely caused the slide. Drivers Read More…
Calhoun County Schools are thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s Math Field Day! 🧠✨ These brilliant minds have showcased exceptional problem-solving skills, teamwork, and passion for mathematics. A huge round of applause to all participants for their hard work and dedication. Your enthusiasm and love for math inspire us all! 🙌📐✏️ Calhoun County Read More…
In a complaint filed in the Magistrate Court of Calhoun County, Sgt. K.M. Williams of the West Virginia State Police, Grantsville detachment stated that he had received information on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at approximately 1:10 p.m. from a Minnie Hamilton Health Systems staff member that a woman in their facility reported injuries from her Read More…
