Crimes/Punishment News

Smith Facing Felony Strangulation Charges

In a complaint filed in the Magistrate Court of Calhoun County by Trooper J.A. Elkins, the Trooper stated that on July 16th, 2026 at approximately 10:41 p.m. he was notified of a domestic situation located at 14041 S. Calhoun Highway, Arnoldsburg, WV. Trooper Elkins was contacted the victim, who stated that her boyfriend, Christopher S. Read More…

Guest Writers History News

Front Porch Appalachia – Volume 3

The Triple Nickel – Where Every Mile Tells a Story Some roads get you from one place to another. Then there are roads like Ohio State Route 555—the Triple Nickel—that remind you why you ever fell in love with wandering in the first place. This wasn’t about racing through curves or chasing a destination. It was Read More…

Community Editorial Letters News

Questions and Answers from a Frustrated Mr. Firestine

Since Calhoun County is too busy to answer a question, yet multiple questions, here are the answers. Now here are some new ones to ask. With a bit of research (about 10 minutes) I found that a PSC report from 2014 had Mt Zion listed as #353 out of 369 which is not good. Maybe Read More…

Guest Writers News

Front Porch Appalachia Volume 2

Kittle’s Hardware Where Every Nail, Every Board, and Every Handshake Tells a Story Some places survive because they adapt. Others survive because they never forget who they are. Nestled in the heart of Union, West Virginia, Kittle’s Hardware is one of those rare places where time hasn’t stood still—it has simply been respected. Long before Read More…

Government News

GOVERNOR MORRISEY WELCOMES CARL AYERS AS SECRETARY OF THE WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today welcomed Carl E. Ayers as Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Human Services. Ayers, a veteran human services administrator with nearly 30 years of leadership experience, officially began serving as Secretary today. “West Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens deserve a Department of Human Services that is effective, accountable, and Read More…

News

North Star Child Advocacy Center is Hiring an Executive Director

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in the Lives of Children North Star Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is seeking an experienced, visionary, and compassionate Executive Director to lead our nationally accredited Child Advocacy Center into its next chapter of growth and service. About North Star Child Advocacy Center North Star CAC is a safe, Read More…

News Obituary

David Allen Fought Obituary

David Allen Fought, 61, of Rockport, West Virginia, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on June 29, 1965, in Wood County, West Virginia, a son of the late Charles “Donnie” Fought and Helen Reed Fought. David was a 1985 graduate of Wirt County High School. He dedicated more Read More…

News Obituary

Owen Arnold Obituary

Owen Arnold, 75, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, surrounded by his family and loved ones.Born on June 9, 1951, in Akron, Ohio, Owen was known by many as “The Carpet Man”, a trade he dedicated much of his life to. When he wasn’t working, Owen was happiest doing the things he loved most. Read More…