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Mingo Saloon and Lodge offers shelter for ‘epic adventurers’

VALLEY HEAD — The Mingo Saloon and Lodge offers motorcyclists, travelers and local residents alike a place to return after their “epic adventure” and to “eat, drink like a king” along the Seneca Trail. Located at 29096 Seneca Trail, the Mingo Saloon and Lodge has been in ...

Flooding highlights changes in FEMA operations

CHARLESTON — Major flooding events earlier this winter in southern West Virginia and in June in northern West Virginia highlighted the state’s efforts to help people recover while also raising concerns about federal support for future flooding events. Officials with the West Virginia ...

Kelly provides retirements update

CHARLESTON — While the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation has improved its ability to fill vacancies for entry-level correctional officers, retirements of experienced officers is causing concern. Correctional officer retirements were just one of several issues raised ...

Harvest time: Leonhardt maintains traditions

GUTHRIE — The farmer is part of West Virginia’s identity and DNA. West Virginia’s state flag and great seal includes a farmer. Drive down any state highway and you’ll pass acres of farmland or pastures of cattle. For the men and women at the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, ...

Joint investigation results in charge

ELKINS — A West Virginia man faces a felony charge after Elkins and Belington police allegedly found “over one-quarter pound of suspected fentanyl” during a joint narcotics investigation over the weekend. William Houdini Johnson Jr., 41, is charged with manufacturing or possession with ...

Pickens School closure hearing canceled

ELKINS – The closure public hearing for Pickens K-12 School has been canceled for tonight. The following was posted on the Randolph County Board of Education social media page at about 4 p.m. Tuesday: “Community Statement: Closure Hearing for Pickens School Canceled Date: October 14, ...