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This story had me confused… The victim of this story was not Gary A. Farrell but rather, the neighbor of Gary Paul Farrell, Joshua Bopp. Ferrell’s son, Gary A. Ferrell was a witness to the incident. The complaint is now posted as Senior Trooper J.D. Richards filed it in the Magistrate Court, written in first Read More…
The Calhoun County Commission meeting opened at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 22nd, 2025 with prayer by Commission President Craig Arthur followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners Eric Lupardus and Lee Rush were also in attendance. The Commission gave honor to retiring Circuit Clerk Sheila Garretson for her many years of service to Read More…
Bobby Davis, age 82, of Elyria, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 15, 2025. Born August 18, 1943, in Cox’s Mills, Gilmer County, West Virginia, to the late Vera and Okey Davis, he lived a full and devoted life marked by humor, hard work, a love of the outdoors, and an unwavering devotion Read More…
The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is providing an update on major achievements over the last year, marked by governmental efficiencies, the improvement of programmatic operations, and prompt public health response. “2025 was a prosperous year defined by growth, purpose, and resilience,” shared Secretary of Health Dr. Arvin Singh. “We set ambitious goals for Read More…
WVDNR ENCOURAGES ANGLERS TO RENEW ANNUAL LICENSES AND STAMPS EARLY CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced the availability of the state’s 2026 Fishing Regulations Summary, which can be downloaded for free at WVdnr.gov/fishing-regulations. “Reviewing the Fishing Regulations Summary each year is an important step for anglers to stay informed about Read More…
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey has issued a proclamation granting West Virginia state employees the full day off on both Wednesday, December 24th, and Friday, December 26th. “I am so grateful to the tireless work of our state employees,” said Governor Morrisey. “Their commitment to improving the lives of West Virginians inspires me everyday. I hope they Read More…
April 24, 1956 – December 18, 2025 Dexter “Keith” Shrader, 69, of Elizabeth, WV, passed away December 18, 2025. He was the son of the late Dexter Shrader and Nancy Hall. A 1974 graduate of Wirt County High School, Keith retired from the Carpenters Union and enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with friends. In Read More…
The Creston Community Christmas Party was Saturday night at the Creston Community Building. Lots of effort went into the decorating of the building and the tables were loaded with all sorts of delicious food. Lots of presents & candy bags were wrapped for the children and youth. Of course the playground equipment, including the merry-go-round Read More…
In a complaint filed on December 17th, 2025 by Sergeant KM Williams of the Grantsville WV Detachment of the WV State Police, a current and a former city official’s altercation has once again placed Calhoun County on the State stage of embarrassing debacles for Calhoun County citizens. In his complaint, Sgt. Williams stated that on Read More…
West Virginia’s New Interactive Ski Simulator West Virginia ski season off to excellent start with all five resorts now open Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism is bringing a taste of the mountains to the capital city this weekend at the Dirty Birds Light the Night event. Guests visiting GoMart Ballpark today, Friday, Read More…