News

Crystal Mersh Continues to Bring Hope and State Attention to Calhoun County

Below is an update from the 1982 Foundation Facebook page that shows Crystal’s passion and drive to expand on her dreams for returning home to Calhoun County: Thomas WV is a beautiful town that sits on the bank of a river with a cool vibe and beautiful little shops. Thomas is going to be a Read More…

Health News News

WVDHHR COVID-19 UPDATE

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of March 4, 2022, there are currently 2,088 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been 13 deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,440 deaths attributed to COVID-19. DHHR has confirmed the deaths of a 67-year old male from Mercer Read More…

News Opinion

Our Children and the Anti-Racism Act of 2022

Opinion/Shari Johnson/Publisher On Wednesday, March 2, the WV Senate quickly passed 30 bills in order that those bills could continue on to the House of Delegates in time for Wednesday’s deadline to send them to the next body. One such bill was Senate Bill 498, creating the Anti-Racism Act. In a 21-12 vote, with Senator Read More…

News Schools

CMHS Empowerment Academy students participate in drone tournament

From L to R: Gavin Hicks, Coby Staples, Tucker Sampson, Addie Collins, Daniel Coagrove, Anessia Kerry, Kayleigh Cunningham pose for a quick photo at the aerial drone tournament in Fairmont, WV. 2-28-2022/Whitney Butler/Writer WE HAVE LIFT OFF! Calhoun Empowerment Acadamy participate in drone competition  On Saturday, February 26th, seven Calhoun Middle students traveled to Fairmont,  WV Read More…

Art & Music Community Events Hunting/Fishing News

Spring Fling & Sportsman Event Competitions

Among the many events of the Calhoun County Community Center Spring Fling sponsored by The 1982 Foundation, two events are underway with the opportunity to spend some quality time in the outdoors with amazing rewards! The organizers of the event have received their permit for the Spring Fling Muskie Tournament which will be statewide, April Read More…

News Schools

Calhoun’s Math Field Day Winners 2022

Bonnie Sands FEB 23, 2022 Students from across Calhoun County put their math skills to the test Tuesday, February 15th taking the annual county Math Field Day test. Students who place in the Calhoun County Math Field Day will have the opportunity to compete in the Western Regional Math Field day held March 15th, at WVUP.  Read More…

Weather

Gov. Justice declares State of Preparedness for 41 counties ahead of potential flooding

2/23/2022 Downpours and steady rain forecast for much of state tomorrow and Friday CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice has declared a State of Preparedness for 41 counties throughout West Virginia due to the threat of flooding this week. The main threat will be possible isolated flash flooding due to heavy downpours or steady rain, with storms Read More…

Government Health News News

Gov. Justice, COVID Czar say West Virginia could transition out of pandemic and into endemic “very soon” 

CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice and members of the West Virginia COVID-19 pandemic response leadership team held another news briefing today to update the public on the state’s latest pandemic response and vaccine distribution efforts… WV COVID RESPONSE TEAM: PANDEMIC MAY TRANSITION TO ENDEMIC SOONDuring Monday’s briefing, Gov. Justice and State Coronavirus Czar Dr. Clay Marsh Read More…

Community Events News

1982 Foundation Spring Fling Planning Meeting DATE CHANGED

MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 21, at 6:30 p.m. the 1982 Foundation will have a face to face planning session for the Spring Fling to be held at the Calhoun County Community Center. The meeting will be held at the Calhoun County Library where there will be discussion and planning for the: Spring Craft Show Food Teams Read More…

Health News News

WVDHHR COVID-19 Update

February 15, 2022 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of February 16, 2022, there are currently 5,271 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been 37 deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,104 deaths attributed to COVID-19. DHHR has confirmed the deaths of a 70-year old Read More…