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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced more than $1.7 million in federal funding for two initiatives designed to help West Virginians recover from substance use disorder find employment, remain in the workforce, and build a more secure financial future. “Overcoming addiction is a tremendous accomplishment, but recovery also means having the opportunity to rebuild Read More…
The Social Security Administration (SSA) today announced a 3.6 percent benefit increase for 2027. Social Security benefits include Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by $75 per month. Nearly 72 million Social Security beneficiaries will see a 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) Read More…
McClellan “Frank” McQuain, 85, of Looneyville, West Virginia passed away on October 12, 2026 at his home surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 11, 1941 in Newton, West Virginia, he was the late son of Grover McQuain and Nellie (Parsons McQuain) Courtney. He was a heavy equipment operator for the pipeline for many years. Read More…
Funding will provide new technology and tools to improve patient care and expand access in rural communities CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced nearly $2.2 million in Rural Health Transformation Program awards to help community health centers across West Virginia improve patient care, reduce administrative costs, and expand access to healthcare in rural communities. Read More…
Virginia “Gin” Swart, 94, of Annamoriah, West Virginia, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 8, 2026. With her earthly journey complete, she was welcomed into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father, where there is no more pain or sorrow, only eternal peace and rest. Gin was born on Read More…
Department of Tourism shares third fall foliage update of 2026 Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism has issued its third official 2026 foliage report and updated statewide map. This week’s top destinations to see fall foliage include Babcock State Park, Summersville Lake State Park, Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park and New River Gorge Read More…
Buddy Byrd Jr., 53, of Walker, WV, passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. He was born June 2, 1973, in Warren, Ohio, a son of Carrie Frederick Byrd and the late Buddy Byrd Sr. Buddy was a 1991 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School. A mechanic by trade, he was Read More…
Billy Joe Dillon, 55, of Glenville, West Virginia passed away on October 7, 2026 in Shelby, North Carolina. Born on March 19, 1971. He was the son of Henry and Wanda (Maddox) Dillon. He was a graduate of Sissonville High School and worked as a Foreman Operator for Traffic Control for Slurry Paving Company. He Read More…
Photos by Kara Starcher The Pride of Calhoun County competed at the 72nd annual Black Walnut Festival on Saturday, October 10th, 2026. The CMHS Band participated in the parade and a very wet Festival Band Competition which didn’t stop the Marching Red Devils. Competing in Class C, they brought home … AND the big award Read More…
Residents across portions of West Virginia should prepare for thunderstorms Wednesday, October 14, as an approaching cold front brings the possibility of isolated strong to severe storms during the afternoon and evening hours. According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a cold front will approach the region Wednesday afternoon and evening, generating thunderstorms that Read More…