Trooper J. D. Richards filed a complain in the Magistrate Court of Calhoun stating that on or about Sunday, May 21st, 2023 at approximately 6:30 p.m. while conducting routine road patrol on WV R.t 16 SB in the area of Arnoldsburg, he observed a red in color Dodge Caravan weaving in it’s lane, traveling at Read More…
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Calhoun Representative Carol Miller & Colleagues lead on Bill to Complete the Mountain Valley Pipeline
Today, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) introduced the Mountain Valley Pipeline Completion Act alongside Congressman John Joyce (R-PA) and Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) which will complete the Mountain Valley Pipeline. Click Here for full bill text. “Ensuring that the natural resources beneath the feet of my constituents in Pennsylvania are able to reach Americans across the country is critical to Read More…
Are You having a Wood Festival Food Booth?
Questions always arise around Calhoun Wood Festival time about what is required for food booths. A quick call to the Mid Ohio Valley Health Department garnered the answers for all those needing to know. According to the MOVHD, anyone preparing or serving food or drinks must have a food handler’s regardless of being paid or Read More…
“It’s Getting Real” – 1982 Foundation Project Taking Shape
You can almost hear the children’s laughter coming from the Pool Site as the measuring stakes are being driven into the ground by 1982 Foundation’s Construction team. You can almost feel the strength from those that are recovering from addiction who will discover a program of support in the old bus garage. Future babies are Read More…
First Lady Justice announces West Virginia Birthday Punch Contest
CHARLESTON, WV – First Lady Cathy Justice announced today that her office will be hosting a West Virginia Birthday Punch Contest in honor of the state’s 160th birthday. West Virginia residents are invited to create and submit an original (non-alcoholic) punch recipe. The top-prize winning recipe will be served at this year’s West Virginia Day Celebration at Read More…
Gov. Justice announces Get Paid to Pay it Forward campaign, paying drivers to transport individuals in Jobs & Hope WV
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today the Get Paid to Pay it Forward campaign, compensating drivers for transporting individuals to substance use treatment. This initiative, part of the Jobs & Hope West Virginia Program, addresses the transportation challenges faced by people seeking substance use treatment, especially in rural areas of the state with limited public Read More…
Strange Saturday Sink Hole On Country Lanes
Fire Chief David Johnson was called by Calhoun 911 to go to 182 Country Lanes, Mt. Zion, WV for a strange phenomena in the backyard of one of the resident’s in the Trailer park. An approximate 1.5’ x 1.5’ hole appeared suddenly and was discovered when the tire of an empty trailer sitting in the Read More…
Who’s Protecting Who with Regard to Public Drinking Water?
David Johnson, Chief operator of the Grantsville Municipal Water Plant, has had virtually a spotless record when it comes to the operation, testing and quality of the drinking water produced in Grantsville, West Virginia. With over 30 years of service as a Class II Operator he runs a tight ship when it comes to the Read More…
There’s a New Sheriff in Town!
The Calhoun County Commission met Thursday Morning, May 11th with a short agenda and meeting that last less than ten minutes. Following the opening procedures, Commission President Matt Walker made a motion to appoint Graham Knight as Sheriff. The motion died with no second made. Commissioner Kevin Helmick then made a motion for the hiring Read More…
Gov Justice honors first responders at Medal of Valor awards
WATCH FULL EVENT | VIEW PHOTO ALBUM CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice and officials from the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security (WV DHS) honored seven West Virginia first responders today with the inaugural Medal of Valor awards. “There is no other way to put it; these recipients are heroes,” Gov. Justice said. “It is an extreme Read More…