Tag: Calhoun County
Will Freed’s come along way since Rush Run, But his heart’s still here
I spent a few days trying to connect with Will Freed of the Will Freed Band; a man of many talents with a schedule to match. Having just finished 7 shows in 6 days, with one day between before the chaos that he calls life begins again. That’s a far stretch from the life he Read More…
How are we affected in Calhoun County by the Supreme Court’s Overturning of Roe vs. Wade?
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade, eliminating the constitutional protection for abortion and allowing states to set their own laws regulating the procedure. This represents one of the most significant judicial reversals in generations. Following a conversation with a young lady on social media I discovered that after the reversal Read More…
Calhoun Alumni Invitation to Catch Up on the Latest
The 1982 Foundation is hosting their very first Red Devil Revolution for all Calhoun High School and Calhoun Middle High School Alumni. Saturday, July 2nd at noon, all classes are invited to join together at the Calhoun Community Center (Old High School) for a reunion day. Classes celebrating milestone years – 10th, 20th, 30th, 40th, Read More…
Annie’s Appalachian Adventures Book Reading at the FRN
Everyone knows a child who needs the first book in our series, The Letter. If you are a mental healthcare professional, social worker, school teacher, or concerned parent explore our websites and consider picking up a copy of this book to keep in your toolbox. Annie’s Appalachian Adventures is a literary children’s series of empowerment Read More…
EMS Problems across West Virginia being Addressed by Governor Justice
During the Wednesday news briefing, Governor Jim Justice addressed the continued problems emergency medical services face due to staff shortages, increased healthcare and fuel costs, especially in rural communities such as our own. Justice said that he had instructed the DHHR Bureau for Medical Services to submit a State Plan Amendment to seek approval to Read More…
Calhoun Schools hosting Summer Camps filled with Fun and Learning Opportunities
From Laura Webb. 4th Grade Teacher, Arnoldsburg School SummerBoost 2022 has officially started at Calhoun Middle High School! We have roughly 90 students enrolled in the summer fun. Throughout the summer, students will have the chance to participate in a variety of camps like reader’s theater, food prep, arts and crafts, STEM, music, and cardio Read More…
Carpenter Arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance
Tyler Ray Carpenter, age 26 was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance without a Prescription. His incarceration began on June 21, 2022 at the West Virginia Central Regional Jail where he is being held on a $3,000 bond in misdemeanor case number 22-M07M-25.
The Old School Welcomes back the Old Field for some New Adventures
The long awaited, hard fought and much anticipated day has finally come. The 1982 Foundation announced yesterday that the Wayne Underwood Field has been rejoined to the Calhoun County High School of 1921. Crystal Mersh, President of The 1982 Foundation stated ”We are humbled and honored to be presented with this precious property and we Read More…
Biker downed by Doe on 33/119 East of Sandridge
The Highways of Calhoun County have claimed multiple motorcycles this summer in accidents generally caused by unfamiliarity with the winding roads that are often what attracts the bikers in the beginning. Today’s accident was likely unavoidable as many automobiles face the same demise with area deer bolting into the road, unseen until impact. A 66 Read More…
