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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced $10 million in new funding opportunities through West Virginia’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), bringing the total value of funding opportunities made available through the program to more than $160 million. “Substance use disorder has touched far too many families and communities across West Virginia, and we’re committed Read More…
Del. Elliott Pritt, R-Fayette, is facing a federal charge after allegedly initiating an online and physical relationship with a minor, according to a criminal complaint BY AMELIA FERRELL KNISELY AND LORI KERSEY Former Del. Elliott Pritt addresses the House of Delegates on the last night of the 2026 legislative session. Pritt, who faces a federal charge, resigned Monday. Read More…
There were 359 riders in the summer Creston ATV Poker Run which had to be a record for the summer ride. Erin Seller came in fist & Brian Cottrell had both the second & third best hands. Glen Underwood won the 50/50. The community would like to thank all those who came & rode, those Read More…
Winfield S. Starcher, Sr., 92, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at CAMC General Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia, following a short illness. Born on June 24, 1934, Winfield was the son of the late Francis “Reed” Starcher and Hattie Butler-Starcher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his eldest Read More…
Betty Jo Ann Peggs, 82 of Glenville, WV; (formerly of Coxs Mills) departed this earthly life in the early evening hours of Saturday, July 25, 2026 at the Glenville Center following an extended illness. She was born March 21, 1944 in Gilmer County, WV; daughter of the late Opal and Glennis (Horner) Townsend. Jo Ann Read More…
Lillie L. (Mace) O’Brien, 80, of Spencer, West Virginia, passed away on July 22, 2026 at Roane General Hospital after an extended illness. She was born on September 11, 1945 in Arnoldsburg, West Virginia she was the daughter of the late Oral Mace and Ernestine Mace. Lillie was a devoted and loving mother, wife, grandmother and Read More…
Dolores Mysliwiec, 88, of Glenville, WV; departed this earthly life in the morning hours of Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born August 28, 1937 in West Virginia, daughter of the late Alphonsus and Pauline (Slomka) Mysliwiec. Dolores is a former Sociology Professor for Glenville State University, having Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia’s 2026-27 hunting season dates and bag limits for mourning dove, woodcock, snipe, sora and Virginia rails have been set. These seasons are set within the annual guidelines established by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Species Dates Daily Limit Possession Limit Mourning Dove (3-way split) Sept. 1 – Oct. 11 15 45 Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that applications are now open for the 2026 antlerless deer and state park controlled lottery hunts. Hunters who want to participate in these limited-permit opportunities must submit their applications online at WVhunt.com. “These lottery hunts are critical for managing West Virginia’s deer population Read More…
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today provided an update on West Virginia’s ongoing flood recovery efforts as hundreds of state employees, National Guard members, first responders, volunteers, and local officials continue helping communities recover from this week’s devastating flooding. “Our emergency response has transitioned into a recovery mission, but our commitment to these communities has Read More…