Fallen Braxton County Fire Fighter returned Home, Honored by First Responders Procession
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On Wednesday May 4, dozens of first responders lined the highway along Interstate-79 from Kanawha to Braxton County to honor fallen firefighter, John Forbush. The 24 year old member of the Gassaway Volunteer Fire Department, died on Sunday attempting to save the life of a mother and child who’s vehicle had plunged into the Elk River . The firefighter left the Charleston Mortuary around 9 a.m. to be returned home to Braxton County. His funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.
Photos from the WV State Fire Marshall’s Social Media Page.
Calhoun Middle High School Athletic events for week of October 3rd: Monday – October 3rd Golf – Practice Rd – State Golf Tournament (away) HS Volleyball – Webster (away) 6:00 PM Tuesday – October 4th Golf – 1st Round – State Golf Tournament (away) 9:10 AM (https://wvga.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/wvga22/event/wvga2290/index.htm) 2022 WVSSAC High School Golf State Championship – Oct Read More…
February flood album (scroll left or right) Calhoun County had multiple roads effected by flooding, but were spared major flooding when the water crested below flood stage in Grantsville at 33.26 feet around 1 a.m. Regarding flood stage the action level for concern is at 34 feet, flooding occurs at 36, with major flooding 38 Read More…
Based on information from a complaint filed by Nigel E. Jeffries, Prosecuting Attorney, on or about January 26, 2023, at approximately 11:30 p.m., 58 year old, Stephan Paul Brown, contacted Calhoun County 911 . Brown reported to Calhoun County 911 that prowlers at his residence broke into his window. Additionally, he stated that people on his property were wishing him harm. At this time, Cpl. Brian E. Young prompted State Police dispatch to take over the call, at which time they contacted the accused to gather additional information. He informed both Calhoun County and State Police dispatchers that he had a firearm in his possession with which to protect himself. Additionally, the accused appeared to be disoriented or confused, and it was suspected that he was possibly intoxicated or over-medicated. Cpl. Brian E. Young and Trooper Joshua Richards (collectively, “Officers”) of the West Virginia State Police traveled to the accused’s residence at 4005 Pink Road, Amoldsburg, Calhoun County, West Virginia. The Officers contacted the accused at approximately 1 a.m. on January 27, 2023. At that time, Brown took the Officers around the property, pointing out Read More…
