Tag: The 1982 Foundation
“The county has a tremendous amount to be proud of.” Gayle Manchin & Roger Hanshaw Sing Calhoun’s Praises
The Power of a Story The construction crews continued to whir around The 1982 Foundation properties as former West Virginia first lady Gayle Manchin, now federal co-chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission, and House Speaker Roger Hanshaw, got a briefing from Crystal Mersh, Foundation President on what is happening at the site of the former Read More…
The Taste of Progress is happening in Grantsville
Tonight there will be several experiencing a tasted of what will be when The Varsity Chop House & Grille opens in Grantsville. The 1982 Foundation is hosting a tasting menu of their restaurant planned for the Community Center. The Varsity Chop House & Grille will serve American fare at the intersection of fine dining and Read More…
Area West Virginia Businesses & Organizations, Mark Your Calendars!
On October 19th, 2023 the 1982 Foundation will be hosting neighboring counties to come visit for a tour and insights into the various 1982 Foundation projects. Those inivted are county commissions, EDA, house of Delegate members, Chambers of Commerce, Historical Societies and any other interested parties (our neighboring counties and their neighboring counties about 16 Read More…
Two for One at the Wayne Underwood Field
On Saturday September 2nd, The 1982 Foundation will entertain two meetings on the Wayne Underwood Field at 10 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Those helping with the Fall Festival on October 7th, 2023 will meet for planning at 10 a.m . The Bootstrap Meeting will be at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for all six teams. Read More…
1982 Foundation Lamp Post Project is Lighting up Possibilities
Could you imagine street lamps at Christmas in our county seat for the parade and festivities? The 1982 Foundation will put up the first 10 if they can get other individuals, churches, and businesses to pledge the others. Each one is approximately $1000 and an estimate to do the bridge and town shows the need Read More…
This Week’s Update on The 82 Foundation Adventures
According to the most recent update of Crystal Mersh, Foundation President, the project is progressing nicely and the pool is literally taking shape before their eyes. Ten members of the crew construction the pool worked from daylight to the end of the day laying blocks in very hot, humid weather on Saturday, August 4. Parkersburg Read More…
The Grand Ol’ Lady is Getting the Attention She Deserves
Photos by Photographer Roger Propst 1982 Foundation President Crystal Mersh has kept the ball rolling from the battle for the Wayne Underwood Field, Multiple shelters, Concert Stage, Recovery Center, Swimming Pool, and now the much beloved Grand ‘Ol Lady herself, Calhoun County High School. There was quite a delay after the initial demolition work and Read More…
1982 Foundation – Building a Place for Friendships to Grow
Progress continues at the Calhoun County Community Center as the property takes shape with more concrete work on the pool and pool house. Crews across the Wayne Underwood Field have worked between showers and sunshine to keep the project rolling. A ten foot pad will soon be poured on the front side of the pool Read More…