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Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Mac Warner reports that West Virginia’s November 5, 2024 General Election is now complete with all 55 counties reporting their official results. The overall turnout rate among active voters exceeded 66%. The voter turnout rate for all registered voters, including the more than 91,000 voters in “inactive” status, was Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has issued two proclamations, declaring Tuesday, December 24, 2024, and Tuesday, December 31, 2024 as a full-day state holiday for public employees. “As we approach the holiday season, I want to take a moment to genuinely thank all the incredible state employees across West Virginia,” Gov. Justice said. “These folks pour their Read More…
Calhoun Deputies C.R. Stephens and H.M. Stephens participated in the Spencer’s “Shop with a Cop” at Walmart in Spencer. Mayor Terry Williams expressed his gratitude to all the officers who participated in the event saying “It’s a fun way for kids to get to know the police.” Mayor Williams appreciates the Walmart partnership.Thanks to Kate Read More…
VIEW PHOTO ALBUMHUNTINGTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice and First Lady Cathy Justice celebrated today a historic milestone with the introduction of the 45th and final therapy dog placed through the Friends With Paws program. Since its launch, the program has brought comfort, joy, and healing to students across West Virginia, becoming the nation’s first and Read More…
In a complaint filed in Calhoun Magistrate Court, Deputy C.R. Stephens, of the Calhoun Sheriff’s Department, reported that on December 17th, 2024 at approximately 7:52 p.m. he was dispatched to a single vehicle crash at the intersection of North Calhoun Highway and Frederick Drive. Calhoun Dispatch advised Deputy Stephens that a vehicle had struck a Read More…
There’s so much to see in our beautiful and festive town. We have a light show all around the town, from Washington Park to Downtown, Heritage Park, and the Armory. The Hungry Moose is a new restaurant in town right amongst the lights. Backwood Ramblings is also on Main St and will satisfy your hunger Read More…
Sheila Marie Butler, 68, of Arnoldsburg, WV, passed away at her home on Monday, December 16, 2024. She was born on August 2, 1956, in Fairmont, WV, a daughter of the late John and Lona Falls. She was a homemaker and her boys were the joy of her life. She loved fishing and mushroom hunting. Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today the West Virginia Water Development Authority (WDA) has approved funding for 24 Economic Enhancement Grant Fund projects totaling $67,425,807. In April 2022, Gov. Justice called a special session to fund the Economic Enhancement Grant Fund, at the time securing an initial amount of $250 million. Since then, the program has seen exceptional success, Read More…
In a complaint filed by Deputy H.M. Stephens on December 13, 2024, she stated that on the same date at approximately 4:26 p.m. she had received a phone call from Calhoun Control, advising that a woman at 7502 North Calhoun Highway had called 911 saying that her son Christopher Ferrell was not acting like himself. Read More…
After a very disappointing year last year, the Calhoun County Park Board had made the difficult decision to take this year off and reorganize the format of the Christmas light show next year. We then received a call from Big Springs residents Rick and Debbie McGuire about using their computer controlled display at the park. Read More…
